First Christmas in North Cyprus

tuesday


Joined: 20/04/2009
Posts: 111

Message Posted:
06/11/2009 10:02

This is our first Christmas in North Cyprus and we were wondering if there are any activities for kids on over the holiday? Also are there New Year celebrations?



Thanks

DutchCrusader



Joined: 19/05/2008
Posts: 11281

Message Posted:
06/11/2009 11:03

2009-12-31:00.00 hrs: http://www.allcrusades.com/BB_pics/S6000461_web_English.jpg

smithy


Joined: 17/07/2008
Posts: 5301

Message Posted:
06/11/2009 11:05

Hi Tuesday I wish you and your family a very happy Christmas over here in the TRNC lots of Hotels put on entertainment for Children, plus New Year at the big square by the beleydia they have live bands and fireworks etc great fun for all ages, wrap up warm though

tuesday


Joined: 20/04/2009
Posts: 111

Message Posted:
06/11/2009 14:05

Thanks for the info, New Year sounds good.

JohhnyLee


Joined: 25/04/2009
Posts: 2495

Message Posted:
06/11/2009 14:26

Good advice from smithy, Avoid the big Hotel ripoffs, and that really is what most of them are, everyone I have ever spoken to does not have a good word to say about the organised Xmas 2 day deals.

Our friends went to Malpas expecting somthing special, and it was somthing like 2 turkeys between hundreds of people, then they ran out of meat.

We went to Malpas for New Years, expensive and the worst food I have ever been served, you would not have given it to your cat.

And we have heard similar reports about the other large Hotels, As far as I am aware The Savoy is good (but pricey) and from personel experience have always found PIa Bella Excellent.

AlsancakJack



Joined: 14/08/2008
Posts: 5762

Message Posted:
06/11/2009 14:46

Mountain View Hotel is where we will be Christmas day. A good mixture of nationalities and good value for money. Although I am not a 'Christmas' person this one ticks all the boxes for me.

AJ

everon


Joined: 18/04/2009
Posts: 956

Message Posted:
06/11/2009 14:54

Merit Crystal Cove fantastic!!!! we have been for the last 3 years for the 3 day xmas "do".



Pia Bella last new year was a let down. It was very cold, we had to ask them to light the fire in the lounge. That evening they put all the ex pats in an alcove out of the way from the main diners who were all locals. We complained as in previous years we all celebrated together. They said they couldn't move us but offered us free drinks, we felt like we didn't "belong" there were eight of us and we all felt the same. So this new year we will be looking elsewhere.

TopTen


Joined: 15/04/2009
Posts: 1246

Message Posted:
06/11/2009 15:48

Let us know where what you find -everon. we have friends coming over and just want a good atmosphere, entertainment and dancing for NYE not bothered about big meal a buffet will do

deecyprus4


Joined: 27/07/2008
Posts: 3452

Message Posted:
06/11/2009 15:50

We found xmas to be difficult in the TRNC, not the fault of the country or people, I just missed my family way too much and am spending it back in UK this year.

kavenkoy


Joined: 10/04/2008
Posts: 1787

Message Posted:
06/11/2009 15:52

everon



you let me and mrs kav know as well ....you will be minus your best mates for a few weeks so you can get us drunk instead



kav

tarry67


Joined: 16/05/2008
Posts: 1053

Message Posted:
06/11/2009 16:14

Acmenia in Alsancak make a good day of it with music and games etc and a xmas lunch and then a buffet in the evening. I think they are charging for the day £30 per head for adults not sure about childrens prices.

scootex



Joined: 03/03/2009
Posts: 908

Message Posted:
06/11/2009 16:24

Oh come on I was there no way did they have 2 turkeys but it was all inclusive and we did manage to get a glass of wine even if it was the wrong colour

scootex



Joined: 03/03/2009
Posts: 908

Message Posted:
06/11/2009 16:27

should of said I'm replying to Jonnylees exageration about the number of turkeys

Woodspeckie


Joined: 25/01/2009
Posts: 2263

Message Posted:
06/11/2009 16:33

everon. We have stayed at the Pia Bella for the last 5 yrs Christmas/New Year, agree with you about the NY being put in the alcove, we complained and hopefully it will be put right this year I will certainly ask the question when we arrive on the 12th Dec. We were given an apology and offered free drinks all night, could have what we wanted as as much as we wanted, we left after the meal anyway to go to some Turkish friends and we were given a bottle of wine to take with us.

everon


Joined: 18/04/2009
Posts: 956

Message Posted:
06/11/2009 17:22

Woodspeckie, yes we all got free drinks all night but it still wasn't half as good as the years before, the drinks were free then as well. Will keep everyone posted for new year celebrations!! My husband booked xmas week in Prague as a surprise this year so will let you know how that goes, hope it snows!!!!!

Woodspeckie


Joined: 25/01/2009
Posts: 2263

Message Posted:
06/11/2009 18:04

I am sure you will enjoy Prague, a beautiful City and I would expect a lovely Christmas there, they love their music and the churches are something else.

kavenkoy


Joined: 10/04/2008
Posts: 1787

Message Posted:
06/11/2009 18:06

last time i went to prague ,was december and it was minus 13 and snowing ....bought lots of russian style hats with ear muffs .....dear me it was freeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeezzing



kav

Happy Hussar


Joined: 01/10/2008
Posts: 318

Message Posted:
06/11/2009 18:19

My son tells me that the 'Toms' in Prague are all knockouts!!

Tony

DutchCrusader



Joined: 19/05/2008
Posts: 11281

Message Posted:
06/11/2009 18:23

Woodspeckie: if you have the time to visit something special near Prague in the Czech Republic: http://www.allcrusades.com/CASTLES_COUNTRIES/castles_czech_rep_overview.html



I have many maps (Prague and surroundings and the whole Czech Republic) - if you want to borrow some, just mail me: hansdoeleman@allcrusades.com



I worked there many a time for a newspaper - I'm sure you'll have wonderful time!

hattikins


Joined: 17/02/2008
Posts: 2793

Message Posted:
06/11/2009 18:28

I love Christmas in NC, I miss the family of course but not all the build up to it as in the UK. This year we'll be in Australia, a long way to go for a BBQ but looking forward to seeing my son and his family.

Woodspeckie


Joined: 25/01/2009
Posts: 2263

Message Posted:
06/11/2009 18:35

DC. It is everon going to Prague but Evelyn will probably read your message. . I was there 5 years ago but would love to have another visit, enjoyed every minute.