The Road to Pissouri

2017 was a year of sunshine, storms, and unforgettable adventures in Pissouri. Join us as we relive record-breaking heatwaves, surprise August rain, crystal-clear swims, and music-filled nights under the stars. From welcoming family from Sweden and exploring the Troodos mountains, to sailing Cyprus’ dazzling coastline, celebrating birthdays and anniversaries, and even a special trip back to the UK...

Buckle up as we take a nostalgic ride back to 2016 – a year packed with unforgettable adventures and plenty of laughs. From Wales’ stunning run in the European Championships (and a bit of friendly ribbing from English friends) to Caribbean island-hopping with speedboats, waterfalls, and white-sand beaches, it was a year that never stood still. Back home in Pissouri, there were karaoke-filled after...

Join us for another sun-drenched, laughter-filled year on The Road to Pissouri . In these two vibrant chapters, 2015 unfolds with its usual blend of adventure, celebration, and unexpected twists. From bursting water mains and muddy racecourses to seaside weddings and birthday cakes in football stadiums, life in Cyprus is anything but quiet. You'll meet old friends, welcome new faces, and tag a...

In this vibrant Episode of The Road to Pissouri, 2014 springs to life with all the charm, chaos, and character of a year well lived. Follow our narrator on a journey that spans continents, seasons, and unforgettable moments—from the flooded streets of Surrey to the icy avenues of New York City, and on to the sun-soaked Caribbean aboard a Royal Caribbean cruise. Back in Cyprus, life never slows. Th...

Join us for a sun-soaked, laughter-filled journey through life in Cyprus in 2013. In The Road to Pissouri , we follow the highs and lows of island living—from hypnotists and hillside hikes to economic crises and drag queens with better legs than most of us. We kick off with petrol strikes, snow in the mountains, and birthday surprises (complete with violins). We move through community spirit in th...

From cultural celebrations under a full moon in Pissouri to heartfelt vow renewals by the sea, the first half of 2012 is filled with warmth, laughter, and connection. Friends gather for magical evenings of music and marriage, beachside receptions sparkle with dancing and chocolate fountains, and family reunions in Coral Bay bring heartfelt moments by the pool. A romantic anniversary trip to Crete...

Step into a vibrant Mediterranean tapestry in the first half of 2011, where each month brings a fresh adventure under the Cypriot sun. Follow Steve and our narrator as they hike coastal paths and forest trails, sled down Mount Olympus, and toast birthdays in northern Cyprus taverns. From snowball fights in Troodos to sizzling souvla at spring festivals, life in Pissouri is anything but quiet. We w...

In these next lively chapters of The Road to Pissouri , Rob continues his light-hearted and warmly nostalgic journey through expat life in Cyprus. From windswept hiking trails and ancient monasteries to fancy-dress birthday parties and seaside adventures, this is a celebration of friendship, community, and finding joy in the everyday. Travel with Rob and friends to the remote village of Kampos wit...

In this rich continuation of The Road to Pissouri , our story picks up in early 2009 with a swirl of birthdays, roaring log fires, and the clang of Theo’s cowbell echoing through the village bar. As the year unfolds, we journey from traditional meze dinners in Pissouri to dazzling cityscapes in Hong Kong and sunlit drives along Australia's Gold Coast. Back home, Cyprus offers its own kind of magic...

Join Rob and Mandy for a vibrant and heartfelt journey through their eventful year on the sun-drenched island of Cyprus. In this chapter, the story unfolds from the quiet beauty of a snow-covered Troodos to the sunlit cliffs of Cape Aspro, where spring flowers bloom and community spirit thrives. From birthday dinners at coastal tavernas to charity cycling adventures and village Easter games, 2008...

In this lively chapter, Rob and Mandy celebrate their wedding anniversary with a journey across the newly opened border into Northern Cyprus, exploring the historic harbour town of Kyrenia and the haunting beauty of Bellapais Abbey. Back in the South, the couple host their first visitors from the UK, introducing them to local village traditions and a wild Cyprus Night in Pissouri Square. From Guy...

In this episode, we reflect on our final winter in Cyprus, exploring mountain villages, celebrating the holidays, and confirming that life on the island could be more than just a dream. From festive evenings in Pissouri to day trips through Limassol and Nicosia, we experienced both the charm and chill of Cypriot winters. But all good things must be earned — so we returned to a snowy South Wales to...

In this opening episode, Rob introduces us to his life in the quiet Welsh village of Wenvoe in 2005 — a place of routine, familiarity, and grey skies. But beneath the surface, a long-held dream is stirring: the desire for a slower, sunnier life in the Mediterranean. As he and his wife Mandy share a quiet winter evening by the fire, a single conversation sets everything in motion. This is the momen...