Cyprus Kicks Off 2025 With A 27% Surge In Tourist Arrivals

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

February 18, 2025

Cyprus’ tourism sector is off to a strong start in 2025, with tourist arrivals surging by 27.4% in January compared to the same month last year. The growth signals the success of ongoing efforts to position the island as a year-round destination, particularly during the traditionally quieter winter months.

Key Numbers: A Strong Start To The Year

According to CySTAT, 112,100 tourists arrived in Cyprus in January 2025, up from 87,961 in January 2024. Israel led as the top source market, accounting for 21.1% (23,704 arrivals), followed by:

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United Kingdom – 16.7% (18,701 arrivals)
Poland – 14.1% (15,791 arrivals)
Greece – 10.1% (11,288 arrivals)

Shifting Travel Trends

While vacations remained the primary reason for visiting Cyprus, accounting for 56.4% of arrivals, the share of tourists traveling for business increased to 19.0%, up from 17.2% in January 2024. Meanwhile, 24.5% visited friends and family, slightly higher than the previous year.

Winter Tourism On The Rise

The steady increase in arrivals suggests that Cyprus’ strategy to boost winter tourism is gaining traction. With its mild climate, diverse cultural experiences, and targeted promotional campaigns, the island is attracting more visitors beyond the peak summer months—setting a strong precedent for the year ahead.

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Cyprus Unemployment At 4.2% In February 2026, Eurostat Data Show

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

April 2, 2026

Eurostat data show that Cyprus recorded a lower unemployment rate in February 2026, while rates in the euro area increased every month.

Strong Performance In Cyprus

Cyprus reported an unemployment rate of 4.20% in February 2026, down from 4.50% in February 2025. The number of unemployed declined from about 23,000 to 22,000 individuals over the same period.

Euro Area Trends And Broader EU Dynamics

Across the euro area, the seasonally adjusted unemployment rate rose to 6.20% in February 2026 from 6.10% in January. On an annual basis, the rate declined from 6.30% in February 2025. Across the European Union, unemployment stood at 5.90% in February 2026, compared to 6.00% a year earlier.

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Youth And Gender Disparities

Youth unemployment in the EU reached 15.30%, with 2,957,000 individuals under 25 recorded as unemployed. Female unemployment in the EU increased to 6.10% in February from 6.00% in January, while the male rate remained at 5.70%. Similar trends were observed in the euro area.

Conclusion: A Mixed Economic Landscape

Monthly data show an increase in the number of unemployed by 137,000 in the EU and 93,000 in the euro area. Annual figures indicate a decline in unemployment rates, while Cyprus maintains a lower level compared to EU and euro area averages.

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