Cyprus Hosts World Poker Tour and Live Events with Minimum Prize Pool of Over €750,000 from May 20-25
World Poker Tour Heads to North Cyprus for Two Exciting Festivals
Get ready, poker enthusiasts! The World Poker Tour (WPT) is set to host not one, but two exciting events in North Cyprus this year.
First up is the WPT National Cyprus, taking place from May 1st to 8th at the Malpas Hotel & Casino. This event offers a guaranteed prize pool of over €750,000, with a mega satellite guaranteeing 20 seats for the Main Event. Side events include the WPT Warm Up, WPT Turkiye Rolex, and more. Cash games with the lowest rake in the region are also available, and players from Lebanon, Turkey, and Italy are expected to attend.
For those travelling from Armenia, a visa is required in advance. However, for most other countries, no visa is necessary when flying through Ercan Airport. Guests can choose from two flight options: Ercan Airport (with a connection in Istanbul) or Larnaca Airport (direct flights from multiple cities in the USSR). A free mobile internet kit is provided as a backup for guests.
The official site for Live Events can be found online, along with links to their social media accounts. Special packages are available for players to reduce travel and accommodation costs. Contact information for booking is provided.
In August, the spotlight shifts to Kyrenia, North Cyprus, for the 2025 WPT National Cyprus tournament. The festival, held at the Chamada Prestige Hotel & Casino from August 6th to 18th, 2025, boasts a total guaranteed prize pool of $5 million.
The main highlight is the WPT Cyprus Championship Main Event, a $3,500 buy-in tournament offering a $2 million guarantee. The event features three starting flights, 50,000 starting chips, 60-minute blind levels, and late registration open for 10 levels.
The festival also includes the $1,650 buy-in, $400,000 guaranteed No Limit Hold'em (NLH) Take-Off event, followed by a $2,200 buy-in, $600,000 guaranteed Mystery Bounty tournament. High roller events include a $5,300 buy-in, $500,000 guaranteed Chamada High Roller and an $8,000 buy-in, $300,000 guaranteed Chamanda Super High Roller.
A $2,200 buy-in, $150,000 guaranteed Last Chance NLH event is also on the schedule, along with multiple side events and satellite tournaments. WPT Global runs weekly freerolls for players from Europe, Canada, and Latin America (excluding restricted regions), where players depositing $10 or more in a week earn entry tickets to freerolls granting $3,500 packages to WPT Cyprus.
Winners of these freerolls who also win the WPT Cyprus Championship receive an additional $100,000 bonus from WPT Global (note this bonus is not paid if the prize ends in a deal or chop).
The WPT Cyprus festival offers a rich series of tournaments with lucrative guarantees, multiple buy-in levels, and satellite opportunities enabling players to win packages to attend the event in North Cyprus. The event is expected to be a memorable one, with daily concerts and parties, sports competitions, a luxurious SPA, a children's room, and children's pools. Personalized care and service are provided by the Live Events International team.
For those flying to the Greek part of Larnaca, a Schengen visa or a local PRO-visa is required. May is one of the best months for a holiday in Cyprus, with an average air temperature of +25 and water temperature of +20. Guests who make it to the final table of any SCOOP tournament may receive a complimentary stay for the WPT Classic Main Event in September 2025.
So, mark your calendars and get ready for an unforgettable poker adventure in North Cyprus! Whether you're a seasoned pro or a newcomer to the game, the WPT National Cyprus events promise an exciting and rewarding experience for all.
What are the gambling trends at these upcoming World Poker Tour events in North Cyprus? They include big-wins through poker tournaments like the WPT Cyprus Championship Main Event and various casino games at the Malpas Hotel & Casino and the Chamada Prestige Hotel & Casino.
Sports betting enthusiasts can also find excitement with the sports competitions planned alongside these events. Responsible gambling is encouraged, and information is readily available for those seeking help.
Lotteries aren't explicitly mentioned, but with lucrative guarantees and satellite opportunities for players to win packages, the WPT National Cyprus events offer the chance to turn a small buy-in into a substantial win.
Casino-and-gambling enthusiasts can enjoy a wide variety of casino games, including high roller events like the Chamanda High Roller and Super High Roller. Daily concerts and parties add to the overall experience.
When it comes to sports-betting or any other form of gambling, it's essential to remember that while the potential for big-wins is appealing, always gamble responsibly. The WPT's Live Events team ensures personalized care and service throughout the events to enhance the overall experience.
