Hotel Talk with Farah Shammas

Send us Fan Mail George Adamides opens up to talk to us about life in tourism, hotels and as an entrepreneur. Having opened Nicosia’s first vegan restaurant and with a passion for travel, George has some interesting views and perspectives on life that make this episode unique and entertaining. George Adamides Facebook Instagram Elysian  Host Farah Shammas : Instagram Facebook Linkedin TikTok Farah...

Send us Fan Mail Themis Papadopoulos is the CEO of  Interorient Shipmanagement. He has a wealth of knowledge about his sector after nearly 3 decades in the field and gives us perfect explanations about this shipping industry, why it matters to all of us and how the industry is developing and moving with the times. A wonderful episode for even those not in shipping to comprehend this complex world....

Send us Fan Mail We were honored to host the world Demetra George at our hotel for an unforgettable concert and a special guest appearance on the Hotel Talk podcast. Her enchanting soprano vocals have mesmerized audiences across the globe. 🌎✨ From appearances on NBC, CBS, PBS & The Hallmark channel to performing for US Presidents and world dignitaries, Demetra's musical journey is truly...

Send us Fan Mail Celebrating one year of Hotel Talk, we bring you a very special episode featuring Yasmina, Farah's eldest child, who shares some wise words on what it means to be a daughter of a hotelier and her aspirations for the future. At just 10 years old, Yasmina's insights are truly inspiring. Join us in celebrating the next generation and their dreams. Host Farah Shammas : Insta...

Send us Fan Mail Thales Panagides is a businessman, speaker and the author of ‘Odessey to the Heart’, an inspirational philosophical story of a man’s journey to spiritual enlightenment. In this episode, Thales talks about his life, personal journey and experiences that culminated into creating this book. A surprising conversation with many twists and turns, quotes, ideas, interactions and question...

Send us Fan Mail Zacharias Ioannides had a long and distinguished career in the Cyprus Toursim Industry for 40 years, both at Cyprus Airways and as Head of the Cyprus Hotel Association. His philosophical approach to life, coupled with this love for music and literature, have culminated into the release of his first poetry book, ‘Unlocking the soul’. He shares with us why his desire for peace, love...

Send us Fan Mail Michalis Pantelides is a young Cypriot Fashion Designer living in Italy, who is empowered by creating sustainable fashion. He is from Nicosia and left to travel Europe with his studies and working with various designers and in influencing jobs before creating his own line of breathtaking scarfs all made using 100% recycled plastic. His inspiration stemmed from visiting rubbish hea...

Send us Fan Mail Alexander Papacosta is a Swedish-Cypriot entrepreneur, co-founder and Director of Moi Strov. He shares with us his journey from Sweden to Cyprus, his vision for his company, his love for the island and his philosophy when faced with personal challenges. Every country needs individuals like this, striving to make a difference and staying positive despite long hours and hard work. A...

Send us Fan Mail Sophia Paraskeva is a bubbly personality in the Cyprus marketing world having worked for Limassol Marina’s launch and now Cybarco. She shares her drive, passion, philosophy and appreciation for ‘growing’ into the forties as well as candidly talking about her eye-opening memori of her egg freezing journey, Fovaritage.   Watch video podcast here Sophia Paraskeva Facebook Instagram H...

Send us Fan Mail George Tavelis is the owner of Spa Creators, the owner and Managing Director of Sanctum Spa and Fitness and the founder and Chairman of the Cyprus Spa Association. Fitness and holistic wellness is his life and passion, and he tells us why, how and some surprising stories along the way. A really fascinating episode of some remarkable experiences and insights into his life and the i...

Send us Fan Mail Eleni Kazelas is much more than what meets the eye…. She is a dynamic lady who stands up for what she believes and takes action. A somewhat shocking youthful experience led her to find her forever home in the island of Cyprus and her love for the island, beaches, animals and nature unfolded into the creation of a non-profit organization Let’s Make Cyprus Green. Download this episo...

Send us Fan Mail Alex Ikonomidis has a surprising story, one of depth, connection, questions and love for nature and life. A …. by trade, he has lived first hand both the Greek and Lebanese financial crisis. He took seven years to make an awarded documentary ‘ Seed for Change ’. He again was moved to act after witnessing heartbreaking suffering in Lebanon, his wife began a movement called Liban Tr...

Send us Fan Mail Marco Ricordini is in the Golf business from more than 20 years. He started playing golf at age of 5 and become the first Italian with the CMAE diploma (Club Manager) certification.  After managing golf clubs in Italy, he moved to Cyprus in 2020. In his background, he had experience in Real Estate for luxury properties in Malta and Cyprus. Marco Ricordini Facebook Instagram Elea G...

Send us Fan Mail Maybe the best episode to date!!!!  My 7 year old son recorded an episode for HOTEL TALK PODCAST chatting about himself and what it’s like to have a hotelier mummy. A short and sweet episode, Leon Raphael Shammas Papadopoulos surprised us all with his confidence in sharing some interesting thoughts and making us all smile. Enjoy! Host Farah Shammas : Instagram Facebook Linkedin Ti...

Send us Fan Mail Jean-Emmanuel Hay is the Managing Director of Class and Relax Magazine. He deals with high end travel and luxury tourism, writes about them and designs his publications for distinguished and exclusive travelers. In this episode he describes how he ended up in this field and shares some surprising stories along the way.   Watch video podcast here Jean-Emmanuel Hay Facebook Instagra...

Send us Fan Mail Farah Shammas shares her first solo podcast episode on the special occasion of the hotel’s anniversary. 36 years ago, on the 29th June 1987, he grandfather Shukri Hanna Shammas opened the (then) Sheraton Limassol with her father as the Managing Director. She answers questions commonly asked and candidly talks about some very happy times and memories growing up in this hotel. Watch...

Send us Fan Mail Laura Stefania Efthimiou is the founder of Design with Moss. As a single mother, in a foreigner country, with no or very little help, the daily struggle to educate a child is very consuming emotionally, energetically and financially. In this episode, Laura opens up about her own personal struggles and experiences with not one, but two divorces, and ultimately conveys how everyone...

Send us Fan Mail Dimi Mavropoulos is a well known personality in Limassol, Cyprus. Growing up in a privileged yet strict environment, he found his passion in sales, cars, carnival and more. In this colourful episode he tells us about his background, his personal journey with some interesting twists and turns and gives us some unique tales of entrepreneurship and creativity. His pride for Limassol...

Send us Fan Mail Matthew Sanctuary is the UK’s number 1 TikTok vegan influencer. He will review anything vegan and in this episode he reveals how he started sharing his vegan discoveries and why he aims to make these choices a norm for so many. Of course, he does have a day job too - incredibly working with children who have been in the care home system. This is a really fascinating episode coveri...

Send us Fan Mail Emila Papadopoulos is a Cypriot/British journalist best known for her time with the BBC both on television and radio. She is a mother of two young children and married to a Limassolian based architect and hotelier. In this episode she shares her personal journey, aspirations and thoughts on life, British royalty and her time in the UK with the BBC, plus more. You will hear some in...

Send us Fan Mail George Asimenos, better known to do many a generation of clubbers and night owls, as DJ Asimenos who saw Limassol through a very different lense to most of us. He descigbes his unlikely story of how he came to become an international famous DJ with many a story along the way. Full of humour, honesty and frank comments, this episode will interest everyone who loves life and especia...

Send us Fan Mail Yannis Matsis is currently the Manager of the Cyprus Office of MUFG Investor Services, a world leading financial group wirh headquarters in Japan. He is well known for his time as CEO of Hellenic Bank among many other positions which he discusses in this episode. His love for work, values, beliefs and role as a father and husband are all fundamental aspects in his life which have...

Send us Fan Mail Marie Mac is one of the interior designers who has worked with Farah Shammas at St Raphael Resort’s luxury residential Tower and she is currently working in her fathers business in re-insurance after her family was hit hard by COVID-19. In this breathtaking and tearjerking episode, she bravely tells us just what happens when ‘COVID enters your home’ and takes no mercy. A triumphan...

Send us Fan Mail Kjetil Krogstad is a world famous tiktoker from Norway best known for his flamboyant, happy, and fun dance videos dressed up in a navy suit and red tie as the Norwegian prime minister. Some things people don’t know about him is his ‘real’ job and indeed philosophies that have allowed him to be himself, find happiness and spread positivity through social media and more. He recently...

Send us Fan Mail Michalis Michael is the Purchasing Manager of St Raphael Resort and Marina, however more than that he is an avid adventurer and professional hiker. His love for nature trails has taken him far and wide to explore areas on our home island and abroad. In this unique episode, he talks about different trails, where to go to find them, what to look out for, some hints and tricks for al...