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MODA BAGNO & INTERNI; BEAUTY YOUR SPACE DESERVES

Moda Bagno and Interni has over twenty top notch projects completed for several prestigious institutions, under its expert belt, with years of experience to show for its credibility and quality as well.

What sets Moda Bagno and Interni apart is not just the quality of the products that they source from only the best manufacturers around the world, it is the detail, the sophistication, and the superior craftmanship. The shop and its full range of exquisite products are nothing but quality and true display of chic taste.  One of the choice retailers in all of Europe, Moda Bagno and Interni sets the standard for quality and aesthetically impeccable designs and products, that will definitely have your space looking unique as it should be always, whether you want a single piece for a spot you call your own, or a set to make sure family and friends always have a reason to be around.

Bathroom Furniture

Our bathroom furniture collection has the most exquisite products, designed stylishly for the most convenient of use, and visually irresistible. From tap knobs, sinks, toilets, to bathtubs, Moda Bagno and Interni has a variety of classy and upscale products, from trusted brands, that will add quality, durability, and magnificence to any bathroom.

Looking for a complete re-do? Let Moda Bagno and Interni wow you with our impressive variety of floor and wall tiles, or wooden floor designs. From plain mono-colour designs to herringbone shades, we have every possible look, from vintage, to contemporary, for a definite upgrade in class of your bathroom.

 

APHRODITE HILLS RESORT; A PLACE FOR SPECIAL TIMES OF THE YEAR

Everybody loves a tinge of “extra” during the festive seasons of the year, and some people want only love and their partner, family. Whatever your preferences, we know the perfect spot just for you, love, and family.

The Aphrodite Hills Resort rests invitingly in the hills of the Kouklia village, an inviting allure you should definitely fall for because this multiple award-winning resort is not just another resort, it is the place for special times of the year.

Overlooking the city of Paphos in a majestic stance amongst the hills, and the scintillating Mediterranean sparkling behind it, the Aphrodite Hills Resort is a luxurious hotel-resort combination like no other, with a stupefying 290 suites of pure class, accompanied by views that will leave you speechless by their beauty. The posh quarters range from hotel rooms with private terraces, to apartments, which are just a foretaste of what the glamorous Elite and Mythos villas offer. An outdoor pool, indoor pool, adult-only pool, and a 24-hour gym, are at your disposal at any time should you wish to break a sweat or cool off in fresh liquid goodness.

Family


Aphrodite Hills Resort is a true Cypriot resort, built with the core values of Cypriot culture in mind, which includes family. Without family we are not really ourselves and what is a true festive season without love, togetherness, and family?

So, with that in mind, the Aphrodite Hills Hotel was built around the idea of family being together, from our suites that can easily hold company of four to six, to our Kids’ Club which offers an inexhaustible variety of fun and delight for children aged 3 to 12 years old, we are certain every day within the resort walls will be unforgettable.

For the bigger kids and the adults, there are academies dedicated to football, tennis, golf, and jockeying, including professional trainers, coaches, and programs, to get you into pro form, shape, and skill level, in less than no time. There is also the multiple award-winning spa for those who want to de-stress, and an adult-only area which includes a pool and bar, for a tranquil and chill time.

Christmas is the most wonderful time of the year for families, and no place will be better than one which is like a home away from home. Let true Cypriot hospitality add a warm value to your family moments. Celebrate the new year with us as well, the resort will be more than glad to make your countdown and usher into the new year special, by brightening up the sky with fireworks, entertainment, and more.

What about love?

Want a getaway just for two?  A beautiful place with natural romantic aura, and scenic views that complement the senses? Then you shouldn’t be anywhere else than the Aphrodite Hills Resort.

Overlooking the city of Paphos, the Resort has one of the most privileged and significant views in the history of romance; the birthplace of the goddess of love herself, Aphrodite. The fabled Petra Tou Romiou graces the eyes of our guests, while the beautifully electric blue Mediterranean looks on from behind.

Specially reserved suites for couples makes sure every comfort is only but a stone throw away, and for the days when all you want to do is cuddle up with your loved one, the resort spares no luxury, from indoor pools, Jacuzzi, to a private terrace. The resort also has special packages for couples and for various celebrations such as on Valentine’s Day, where couples can get a one-of-a-kind treat from the resort, starting with a romantic dinner for two, to an exquisite downtime in a special romantic spot just for two.

And if love ever becomes all-consuming and demands the bells and rings, then the St. Catherine Chapel standing at the heart of the resort will be the perfect place for an impromptu or planned wedding. The resort honours love by letting couples plant a symbolic olive tree on the grounds of the resort, so it can grow as durable and adorable, as their love.

Building a spiritual life; the key to staying youthful

Billionaire founder of Oracle Sytems, Larry Elison has dedicated a chunk of his wealth to funding research on how to extend human life and make them live forever, and he is not the only one.

But it is not so much about living forever, as it is about staying youthful. Nobody will want to live forever if they won’t be able to enjoy it, or if it means watching on from a home for the old. Youth is not the age or the looks in particular, it is an energy, a feeling from within, and that is what those who seek spirituality have learned, and it is working wonders for them, so why not you?

In very general terms, spirituality is the quest to find the meaning of our lives, by connecting to something beyond ourselves. It is NOT the worship of a god, deity, or a religion, it is simply deep introspection to find true purpose. Where that search takes you, is personal and entirely up to you. From simple exercises to following diets or certain principles, to subscribing to a school of thought, man’s search for answers, truth, purpose, and inner peace has crossed most certainly every human mind, and on each person’s journey, there are consequences, benefits, and results. One of such benefits is youthfulness, and so we decided to take a closer look at some of the most simple spiritual paths that have been known to spur youthfulness.

MEDITATION

This simplistic exercise is much more than just sitting down eyes closed and your legs folded. Meditation has been used for over a century by monks and spiritual practitioners to concentrate, control, and direct their energy and mind. The main aim of meditation is to sharpen the mind and generate focus, but meditation is also known to reduce anxiety, helps self-awareness, sharpen attention and memory, and largely reduce stress. Stress, anxiety, increased blood pressure, are just a few of the things that speed up ageing, and also happen to be a few of the things which meditation has a direct impact on, in as little as eight weeks.

Beyond the effect on stress and anxiety, meditation greatly improves cognitive abilities and brain function. Based on research by professors at Harvard Medical School, meditation has a positive effect on the healthy cellular ageing and the replenishment of gray matter around the brain. Gray matter is what carries brain cells, and dendrites, that are responsible for the thinking. Meditation actually slows down the degradation of gray matter, therefore slowing down ageing, while keeping our brain functioning as it should.

This is only one example out of a multitude of research and scientific evidence that backs up the huge role of meditation in staying youthful and sharp. Meditation is fairly simple and requires nothing in particular to begin, just you and somewhere to sit. You can get guides and videos from YouTube or around the web to get you started or subscribe to the teaching and methods of priests and monks.

YOGA

Edge Boutique; glamorous fashion for the dynamic lady & man

Inspired by the little things around us; colours, emotion, feelings, scenery, that inspire our moods, EDGE Boutique became a reality for one woman who wanted to share her love for fashion with the world. An upscale boutique in the heart of Limassol’s touristic centre, EDGE Boutique is a one-stop shop for every dynamic fashionista who wants to add more accent to her style, or take it up a notch with a classy, elegant, and bold look, whether for a fun casual day out in the sun, or a work party, and everything else in between.

At EDGE Boutique, the focus is not a name, but rather the detail, the finesse, the quality, and uniqueness of the brand, and what it stands for, that directs our brand choices and style. We opt of fashion that has a beauty in its concept and a soul to it.

A peep into some of the latest arrivals at EDGE Boutique;

JIL SANDER NAVY

Part of the Jill Sander Navy for women collection, this brown wide V-neck dress makes for the perfect casual outfit on the colder days, and matches beautifully with the black John Richmond boots. The dress is part of Jill Sander Navy’s Fall-Winter collection.

Jill Sander is the luxury brand and fashion house of German designer Jill Sander, and has been in the fashion world for over 50 years.

Malaysia; Nature gave every place a gift

Encompassing the island of Borneo and a chunk of the Malay Peninsula, Malaysia is an Asian country, well-known for its beautiful beaches and mindblowing natural reserves. The capital of the country is Kuala Lumpur.

 

Malaysia has a large Indian and Chinese population and was colonised by the British up until 1957. The official language of the country is English, it is amongst the top 50 most populated countries in the world, and has greatly been influenced by European culture as well.

BUT let's get back to those beautiful beaches and jaw-dropping reserves shall we?

Malaysia is one of the 17 countries of megadiversity, a denomination for countries with the most number of plant and animal species, and words cannot describe the colourful and attractive culture of the natives. A melting pot for some 24 different ethnicities, Malaysia’s culture is just as diverse and endowed as its landscape and wildlife.

We picked out five places that should tease your senses;

 

Danum Valley, Sabah

A full 486 square kilometres of uninhabited, uninhibited, and unadulterated nature, Danum Valley is located in the heart of the larger Ulu Segama reserve. An undisturbed 130-million years of forest, blessed with an incredible amount of flora and fauna, Danum Valley in for those who love and desire to be totally immersed in the beauty of nature, a true verdant heaven. The forest is a lowland dipterocarp forest, with spectacular and exclusive species such as the Bornean Orangutan, Bornean gibbons, the mousedeer, the clouded leopard, the East Sumatran Rhinoceros, and much more. The Danum Valley is the only place where you can find the spectacled flowerpecker.

 

The Petronas Twin Towers, Kuala Lumpur

If you love the daring and heights, then the Petronas Towers should do it for you. Standing as the world’s tallest twin towers, the building held the record for tallest in the world, till 2004, but it lost nothing in its splendour and beauty when it lost the title of the world’s tallest building. Designed by Argentine Cesar Pelli, the building has 88 floors, and an Islamic-styled designed in honour of Malaysia’s Muslim religion. Tower One is completely occupied by Petronas, while tower two is occupied by renowned companies such as HUAWEI, Microsoft, AVEVA, Boeing, IBM, and much more. Shopping malls and the exquisite Suria KLCC shopping mall, and KLCC park can also be found in and below the towers.

The sky bridge that connects the two towers, is another treat not to miss and is not for the fainthearted.

 

 

Malaysia; Nature gave every place a gift

Encompassing the island of Borneo and a chunk of the Malay Peninsula, Malaysia is an Asian country, well-known for its beautiful beaches and mindblowing natural reserves. The capital of the country is Kuala Lumpur.

 

Malaysia has a large Indian and Chinese population and was colonised by the British up until 1957. The official language of the country is English, it is amongst the top 50 most populated countries in the world, and has greatly been influenced by European culture as well.

BUT let's get back to those beautiful beaches and jaw-dropping reserves shall we?

Malaysia is one of the 17 countries of megadiversity, a denomination for countries with the most number of plant and animal species, and words cannot describe the colourful and attractive culture of the natives. A melting pot for some 24 different ethnicities, Malaysia’s culture is just as diverse and endowed as its landscape and wildlife.

We picked out five places that should tease your senses;

 

Danum Valley, Sabah

A full 486 square kilometres of uninhabited, uninhibited, and unadulterated nature, Danum Valley is located in the heart of the larger Ulu Segama reserve. An undisturbed 130-million years of forest, blessed with an incredible amount of flora and fauna, Danum Valley in for those who love and desire to be totally immersed in the beauty of nature, a true verdant heaven. The forest is a lowland dipterocarp forest, with spectacular and exclusive species such as the Bornean Orangutan, Bornean gibbons, the mousedeer, the clouded leopard, the East Sumatran Rhinoceros, and much more. The Danum Valley is the only place where you can find the spectacled flowerpecker.

 

The Petronas Twin Towers, Kuala Lumpur

If you love the daring and heights, then the Petronas Towers should do it for you. Standing as the world’s tallest twin towers, the building held the record for tallest in the world, till 2004, but it lost nothing in its splendour and beauty when it lost the title of the world’s tallest building. Designed by Argentine Cesar Pelli, the building has 88 floors, and an Islamic-styled designed in honour of Malaysia’s Muslim religion. Tower One is completely occupied by Petronas, while tower two is occupied by renowned companies such as HUAWEI, Microsoft, AVEVA, Boeing, IBM, and much more. Shopping malls and the exquisite Suria KLCC shopping mall, and KLCC park can also be found in and below the towers.

The sky bridge that connects the two towers, is another treat not to miss and is not for the fainthearted.

 

Efeto Properties; Building the future today

Infrastructure is quickly becoming a key issue in the world, whether for those who are looking to expand a hotel chain, company offices, or just start a new real estate project, and much more. Having the right building speaks volumes of the business or home owner, and that is why Efeto Properties doesn’t compromise when it comes to quality and has put up some of the most impressive yet solid buildings in Limassol and Cyprus today.

Established and based in Limassol, Efeto properties is a construction and property development company that draws inspiration and know-how from its over 40 years of experience and drawing from the greatest architects and infrastructure, to deliver innovative and larger than life buildings that can only make you wonder.

We insist on quality

Adamant about quality and excellence, Efeto properties builds both residential and commercial projects, and has not disappointed in its delivery at any given time. Quality is what makes the best standout, and it is one of the key indicators of true value for money, return on investment, and tells prospective clients what you stand for and how you go about your business. Efeto Properties spares no expenses when it comes to quality, from the finest of materials to the most intricate of details, and that is reflected in the meteoric success of the company despite its being relatively new.

Why we go for only the finest

The choice of material plays a big role in every housing or real estate project, as it not only determines how long you may have to stay, but also the security of the place. Durability is another one of the fundamental considerations in property development, and Efeto properties spares no expense to make sure it gets the best material for the job. Another perk of dealing only in the best money can buy, is that in the right hands, this directly translates to security, something that we can’t put a price on.

A touch of class and aesthetic

Beauty doesn’t have to take a backseat just because realism comes first. Part of the quality Efeto properties brings to its projects is beauty and a unique twist to its aesthetics, that make their designs not only refreshingly breathtaking but also innovative and contemporary.

For clients desiring a personal touch or a particular detail to their projects, we are all in for it, because part of beauty is being unique and creativity lives inside of every man.

 

 

We care, it’s part of our job

With Efeto properties, it’s not just about putting up structures, we build homes, whether for your family or business, we build a place that is as welcoming as it is longstanding. We a home and then a friendship, so that our clients become more than just business to us, they become a part of our own family and home.


Parko Paliatso; the fun never stops

Entertainment is a constant in the world because children as well as adults will always have the need for a little time away from the seriousness and realities of the world, and we’ll always be here to make sure the fun never stops.

About to celebrate 20 years as a funmaker, a joy bringer, and one of the most entertaining parks in all of Cyprus, Parko Paliatso still doesn’t know when to kill the fun, it just keeps going!


The biggest fun park in Cyprus, Parko Paliatso stands on a whopping 30,000 square metres of land, and boasts of 25 different attractions, not counting the stalls and booths which all pack a dab of fun of their own. Created by Vali Amusements Ltd., Parko Paliatso has something thrilling, exciting, and funfilled for everyone, from adults to the children.


We play BIGGGG

Parko Paliatso is not only the biggest fun park in Cyprus, but is also home to the highest ejection seat ride in Europe; the sling shot. The sling shot goes as high as 160cm, and is NOT for the faint-hearted. It is slotted as one of our four extreme rides, the others being the looping star, the street fighter, and the booster.


No one is left out

Divided into four main levels of attractions, the park has entertainment for family, adults only, and then children. The different attractions can be grouped into four main slots; the extreme rides, the family extreme rides, which includes the spectacular wild mouse ride, the family rides, and then the kiddie rides.

The kiddie rides are ten in number and includes a huge merry-go-round, a cartwheel, and a toboggan slide area, amongst others.


What about the adults?

The adults have their moment too, if you’re coming with friends or a partner, this will be the perfect place to keep the smiles, laughs, and excitement coming all the long.

A 45 Metre Giant cartwheel is a place to start, or you could go in for some music and jingle on the music express, but if you really want to test your grit, you can cut right through and head for the extreme rides and take a shot at the mindboggling booster, the looping star, or the dreaded sling shot.


Space for everyone

Over 30,000 square metres of fun had to have something about it, and the Parko Paliatso has just that; a parking that can hold over 300 cars! So come with your friends, your friend’s friends, and the whole neighborhood for a fun filled day with the kids, we’ve got accommodation for everyone.


Over 19 years and still the fun never gets old, it’s still as exciting, thrilling, and entertaining as ever, because we never stop looking for the fun in everything, and we never stop searching for what new ways to entertain the world.


What are you waiting for? Let’s have some fun!!


Badlands National Park; it’s all good in the badlands, it’s all fun!

Called Mako Sica by the indigenous Lakota people of the area, the Badlands is today so called for its topography, more than anything else. This breathtaking prairie wilderness is over 900 km2 of unbridled and untamed fuuuuuuuunnn!

Found in the State of South Dakota, which is also home to Mount Rushmore (not far from the badlands… so we can go right???), the Badland National Park is a native prairie wilderness, with skyscapes, multilayered and multicoloured rocks, mind-blowing fossils, and a variety of thrilling wildlife. The stories around and about the badlands, the people from the past and its history will leave you in awe.

Campers? Let’s go!


Whether in the front or back country, the airy, and serene badlands is definitely a place to spend a few days in.

The front country campers have two lovely campgrounds to choose from;

The humongous Cedar Pass campground, which as 96 sites for campers, each backdropped and surrounded by a scenic slice of the goodness of nature that the badlands have to offer. The campground also has four campsites dedicated to group campers (mom, dad, and us), with a few others open in the winter months.

Or you could go for a more traditional camping experience; the cool flashlights, little delightful treks to the water point, wildlife coming through, and just the sound of the night air or laughter to lull you through the night, at the Sage Creek Campground.

Backcountry campers get the authentic camping spirit, find a safe spot, set up shop and commune with nature. Be sure to bring a map, and your passion for the outdoor.

Let’s go Hiking


With eight pleasurably arduous trails to discover and revel in, all you need to pack (apart from the essential hiking needs of course) is an open mind, and your sense of discovery, because it definitely is going to be awesome!

 Appreciate the wildlife


The bighorn sheep, the prairie dogs, the bisons, what else??? Because there is more, much more! The wildlife of the badlands is varied, diverse, and scattered all over the park. Have your cameras ready, keep a safe distance, and be amazed!

Learn something, it’s impossible not to

Got a school project? Love history? Or just passionately curious about the world, nature, and life?

Then the badlands is as perfect a place to start as any. Get to learn about the badlands with the rangers at your disposal, or even through a video conference, or do it big with a field trip.

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