I arrived in Larnaca, Cyprus about a few hours ago. The island is gorgeous and the Cypriots are a delight. Larnaca is very touristy and from what I have seen so far, there is no shortage of activity and of course an impressive array of cuisine to thrill every palate. The rest of the crew will join me on Wednesday. How our Cyprus trip came about is an interesting tale in itself. When I found out I would be presenting a paper at a conference in Nicosia, I said to the gang wouldn’t it be awesome if we could all go… white white beaches…green green trees…blue blue water…and we all kind of dreamily went “oh yeah that would be incredible.” Next thing you know, everyone was on their computers looking for tickets, and what a steal we found! What was just a pipe’s dream turned into an instant reality, who knew? Anyway to cut a long story short, we will be vacationing in Cyprus for about a week. We have rented out a holiday apartment on the cheap (and while it looks amazing on the pics, I won’t be surprised if it is less than fabulous, but hey it is 5 minutes away from the beach, what more can one ask for?).
After showering and unpacking earlier this evening, I left my hotel and took a walk along the pier with a no-nonsense mission in mind; finding food! Not surprisingly, I was soon enamored with “Cyprus by night” and walked a fair distance through the restaurant and shopping district, taking in the different sights and sounds that sit in very stark contrast to Jordan. I am biased towards Jordan (and Jordanians) and it will be hard for any other country to steal first place…possibly ever . However Cyprus came close. Just walking through the streets was so relaxing. I just let my mind stop for the first time in weeks and for a brief moment in time “it was all ok”. Tonight was the most relaxing I have had in a while. I feel invigorated, optimistic, and unrushed. And why wouldn’t I? The weather is perfect, the people warm and vibrant, the mood festive, and the vendors charming and endearing (yes that is possible!). After my circuitous walk on the pier, I finally found a restaurant and guys you will be happy to note, the portions are ridiculously huge…I ate just over half of my meal and couldn’t go any further.
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I also found a Movenpick Switzerland, and no, I didn’t have some without you…BUT I did take a picture to inflict mental anguish and entice you to get here fast!
I repeat: GET HERE FAST! Let the Grand Finale begin – we couldn’t have picked a better spot. I’m off to bed now, but can’t wait for “Cyprus by day” in a few hours. Till then dear reader...
3 comments:
way to be a bragger Tine...well just for that I must tell you that I made a delicious yellow cake with cream cheese frosting and ate it without you. Although, now we have 1/2 a cake, and I'm not sure what we'll do with it....curses!
p.s. we miss you! See you tomorrow!
He he, you guys know too well what happens when you eat without me, it seems you haven't learned your lesson.And what was that for, i didn't have movenpick without you? I should have! About the half cake...um..possible hand luggage? Come on, food is expensive here. I guess you can give it to Adam and Sarah. Looking 4ward to tomorrow...hugs.
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