By: Evan Merkel

Before arriving in Cyprus, I had debated getting a phone plan that would allow me to make international calls, send texts, and use data. As the time drew closer, I had decided against it, as I had wanted to spend my time away from my phone and experience the country and its culture. I also did not want to spend $10 a day for a global pass from Xfinity. As I realized I needed my phone initially for getting around Cyprus, I decided to start trying to collect WIFI passwords. So, in case you, like me, want to avoid purchasing a phone plan, you can still get onto Wi-Fi in a pinch! I hope you avoid getting a phone plan unless it’s an emergency. Being in a new country for the first time can be both scary and extremely exciting.

McDonalds:

The first password that I got was the McDonald’s Wi-Fi password. It is very easy to get into. You have to click the WIFI, and it will let you in. There is no real WIFI password for this place!

Paul’s Coffee Roasters:

Address: https://maps.app.goo.gl/4Az2iQconZq7XSEJ8

Password “cemorrado”

Next is one of my favorite spots, and that is Paul’s Coffee around the corner. They are a small coffee shop that has an excellent iced latte. They also offer roasted beans and some pretty cool T-shirts. This is a superb spot to sit in the morning, have a cup of coffee, and type a blog post, trust me, I’m doing it now. The information for Paul’s Coffee Roasters is as follows.

Stefanos Fish:

Address: https://maps.app.goo.gl/7bVEtUrUVMusZxMY9

Password: STEFANOS2020 (All caps)

This restaurant sits on the ocean, with excellent views of the boats coming in. If you time it right, you will see sea turtles popping their heads up for air, too! They are adorable, and some of them can grow to be quite large! The food was quite good, as it features a lot of fresh-caught fish from the Mediterranean. Careful if you like fish n chips, the fish is a whole piece of cod and they keep the bones inside it.

The Blazer Residence:

Address: https://maps.app.goo.gl/xmRhmZkMXHhbkk2Q6

Password: 123456789

This one is easy, as you can ask the front desk for the password. They have strong, reliable internet here that you can use while you are at the apartment. Perfect for writing blog posts! This will be your home base for the next month, and it will provide all that you need in terms of Wi-Fi.

Guess:

Address: https://maps.app.goo.gl/YuVSmhJn9aED4pEM8

Password: Sign in and add your email.

This is free WIFI next to the blazer, it was reliable while I was sitting on the bench. If you’re waiting for friends while they go into the coffee shop, it will suffice for Wi-Fi!

Starbucks:

Address: https://maps.app.goo.gl/3qEzeARWZsEfFzKDA

Password: @Starbucks!

Starbucks is always a good place for WIFI. This one is situated in the back corner of the street. It’s incredibly safe and comfortable to sit out on the patio, have a coffee, and work.

English Rose:

Address: https://maps.app.goo.gl/1nTp2SJmpHEADwJC9

Password: Welcomehome (all one word and capital W.)

This restaurant/bar is on the waterfront of Paphos, after you have seen the mosaics. This is a small restaurant and bar that’s perfect for grabbing a cold beverage of your choice after walking in the hot sun. There are some vending machines on the field trips, but do not rely on them working all the time.

Pizza Mia:

Address: https://maps.app.goo.gl/Hb4ro1wih7WBvXyH8

Password: PIZZAMIA1990

This place is my favorite pizza place to grab a halloumi and pepperoni pizza. They make a fantastic pizza, and sitting by the large windows, you can see the ocean, which is always a lovely sight.