How life is organised on the island of Spitsbergen and why the Arctic is a unique place on our planet. This is the second article in the series about travelling to the Arctic aboard the expedition ship SH Diana of Swan Hellenic. In the Arctic, everything is different – the rhythm of life, the laws of nature, the rules of conduct, and even the attitude towards life and death itself. Once you have been here, you begin to feel your…
Here silence is never empty. It crackles through the pack ice and drifts over glaciers. In the Arctic nature reveals itself slowly, if you’re paying attention. You won’t find guarantees or easy drama; instead, you might witness a bear leave its meal not because of your presence, but because it caught another scent. You might discover that the most powerful moment is not what you see — but what you don’t disturb. Rayann Elzein is the Expedition Leader aboard SH…
Have you ever dreamed of finding yourself in a place where time loses its meaning and you feel like a tiny part of grand and harsh nature? The polar regions of our planet are exactly such a place. This article opens a series about the journey of the Editor-in-Chief of Successful Business Magazine Natalia Kardash to the Arctic. But you may ask: how is the Arctic connected to Cyprus? Quite simply: a company that owns three vessels built specifically for…
He spent a year on Svalbard in an Arctic tent, explored Greenland with just skis and a parachute, and discovered lost relics from historic expeditions. Now a guest lecturer aboard Swan Hellenic, Mark Evans inspires travellers with a profound passion for the icy wilderness, inviting us to understand, admire, and protect one of Earth's last great frontiers.   700 days in the Arctic: tent on Svalbard, parachute on Greenland Mark, how did your fascinating connection with the Arctic begin? It…
Massimo Martina is a collector and dealer of modern art. Leveraging his long experience as CFO of one of the most important collections of Salvador Dalí sculptures and limited editions, he personally selects the best artworks on the market. Now an independent art consultant and entrepreneur based in Cyprus, he connects galleries and collectors with exceptional pieces, building a career rooted in trust and long-term partnerships. In this conversation, he reflects on leadership, risk-taking and the value of beauty in…
Located within Parklane, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa in Limassol, Kalloni Spa is one of the most spacious and light-filled spa destinations on the island. Over 3,000 square meters of calm, silence, and space to breathe. The interior feels open and airy, filled with natural light and softened by warm, organic materials in the finishes and furnishings. Treatment rooms offer panoramic views of the Mediterranean and are named after Cypriot herbs and flowers — many of which are used…
David and Alexander Petrossian, along with Mikhail Razinkin, are the co-founders of CDA Group, which today holds one of the leading positions in Cyprus’s real estate development market. Their story is one of how family values can become a solid foundation for building a large-scale business. In this interview, Alexander and David share their thoughts on leadership, overcoming challenges, and what keeps their passion for the business alive even after decades of work.   You’ve come a long way together…

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