Cyprus has witnessed a record in tourist arrivals during the summer months of 2015, Deputy General Director of the Cyprus Tourist Organisation, Annita Demetriades, has told CNA.

She added that in November, a great increase was recorded in the arrivals of tourists mainly from Britain and Russia. According to data from the statistical service, there was an increase of 32.7% in the arrivals during November.

An increase in the arrivals of tourists from Greece, Poland, Switzerland, France and Austria was also recorded, according to CTO.

Demetriades told CNA that 2015 was a successful year as regard the revenue from arrivals, pointing out that traditionally during the months of June, July and August the arrivals of tourists are in high records.

She also said that CTO is coordinating its efforts with other competent authorities in order for Cyprus to become a year round destination.