CYPRUS CLOSES NEW YORK OFFICE

Tasoula Manaridis, director of the Cyprus Tourism Organization, has advised the travel trade that the tourist board is closing its offices in New York.
Manaridis writes: \”It is with deep regret and disappointment that we write to inform you that our Head Office decided to permanently close the Cyprus Tourism Organization New York Office effective September 14, 2013. This decision was a result of the current financial crisis in Cyprus and also a decision by the CTO to restructure its tourism offices abroad.\”
The CTO\’s director continues: \”Our office has a long history in the tourism industry and we have forged many friendships and invaluable partnerships. We want to take this opportunity to thank our tour operators, the media, the Archaeological Institute of America, travel agents, airlines, ETC and all travel professionals that supported Cyprus all these years. We are hoping that you will continue your efforts to promote Cyprus in North America just like we did during the last 20 years.\”
And on a more personal note, Manaridis said: \”As for me personally I have to say that I feel very blessed and proud that I was given the opportunity to promote this beautiful island in North America. During this time I made many lifelong friendships and I am hoping to keep these in the years to come.\”
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