Large-Scale Entertainment Gala in Cyprus: Scheduled for July 20-27, Expected Expenses Exceed €700,000
Get ready for an unforgettable poker adventure with Live Events International at the LEI Summer Cyprus! This eagerly-anticipated series of tournaments guarantees a whopping €700,000 and takes place under the sunny skies of Cyprus, transforming the island into the ultimate poker destination.
Ready to roll the dice? LEI Summer Cyprus promises tournaments for every skill level and budget. Plus,experience thrilling cash games alongside extraordinary players from Turkey, Lebanon, and Italy, known for their unique poker styles.
What's in it for you?
- Stay at the luxurious Malpas Hotel & Casino – one of North Cyprus' most hospitable hotels.
- Non-stop cash games with the area's lowest rake.
- Cross paths with world-renowned poker players.
- Personalized care and service from the dedicated Live Events International team.
- Exclusive player packages for significant savings on travel and accommodation during the series.
Tempted? Check out our other article: "Cyprus - The Poker Mecca" for more info!
Event Schedule
MAIN EVENT and mega-satellites
MAIN EVENT – a must-play event for professionals and passionate players alike. With a reduced buy-in, the WPTN Main Event is expected to welcome a significant number of newcomers. Mark your place in history – become the champion of the Main Event with a €150,000 minimum prize pool!
Two mega-satellites for the Main Event are prepared for all festival participants, offering 15 guaranteed seats each!
RACE TO A MILLION EVENT – a classic tournament with one starting day and an incredibly deep structure, perfect for showcasing all your poker prowess. Guaranteed prize pool: €150,000! At the previous WPTN Montenegro stage, the prize pool exceeded the guarantee by 1.5 times! The tournament will be played at 8-max tables from day one, and the winner will receive bonus points for the "Race to a Million" promotion from Live Events International (details here). A super satellite for €330 with 20 guaranteed tickets is scheduled the day before!
SAID-EVENTS
Kick off the series with the traditional "warm-up" tournament, Cyprus Poker Cup (buy-in: 550 euros; guarantee: 50,000 euros). Other notable said-events include the WPT Accumulator with a minimum buy-in (200 euros) and an impressive guarantee (100,000 euros). For Omaha enthusiasts, organizers have prepared a super dynamic super knockout (buy-in: 650 euros; bounty: 300 euros; guarantee: 20,000 euros) to be played in a 6-max format. Looking for open-face Chinese "ananas"? Don't miss the traditional 3-max tournament with a starting stack of 300 points and a standard structure.
CASH GAME
The previous Cypriot stage saw an overwhelming number of open cash tables, often surpassing the number of tournament tables several times. Limits range from 5/5 euros to 50/100 euros with the lowest rake in the region! The distribution of Texas/Omaha games is roughly 50/50. The high-limit table compositions are so unique that even seasoned players couldn't help but express their delighted surprise! Over 40 players from Turkey and Lebanon have already confirmed attendance at WPTN Cyprus in July, and that's just the beginning!
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Player Packages
Organizers have tailored four packages to suit various needs:
Package #1 (Holiday Package) – priced at an incredible 890 euros (first-time offer in Cyprus!) includes 8 nights' accommodation at the Olive Tree Hotel 5* (5 min by taxi from the venue; free Olive Tree – Malpas – Olive Tree transfer available 24/7), as well as a buy-in for the WPT Cyprus Poker Cup (550 euros).
Package #2 (Main Package) – valued at 1390 euros is designed exclusively for players participating in the World Poker Tour National's main event. This package includes a buy-in for the main event (1100 euros) and 4 nights' accommodation at the comfortable Malpas Hotel & Casino 5*.
Packages #3 (LEI Package) and #4 (Platinum Package) include buy-ins for various tournaments, as well as 8 nights' accommodation at the Malpas Hotel & Casino 5* with a 60% discount for the LEI Package and a 93% discount for the Platinum Package (Platinum Package also includes a free "airport-hotel-airport" transfer – Ercan or Larnaca).
Note: All players who have booked/purchased packages for the cancelled festival in Montenegro are eligible for special conditions when purchasing packages! For more information, contact the managers of Live Events International!
Invitational Freeroll for Package Holders
Get ready for a surprise – on the final day of the series (July 27), organizers will host two free flip tournaments for all package holders, with 10,000 "tournament euros" for the upcoming September World Poker Tour up for grabs. To participate, registration and personal presence at the tournament venue at the start of the tournament is required.
Venue
For the second year in a row, Live Events International has chosen the warm and welcoming Malpas Hotel & Casino 5* as the festival venue, renowned for its exceptional service and quality of staff.
All rooms in the hotel are Superior category, with no standard rooms. Malpas offers a great spa zone, a kids' room, and pools.
All festival guests will enjoy the Full Board Plus service (breakfast, lunch, and dinner, plus special service in the tournament area).
Air Travel and Visa Regulations
If you've made up your mind to attend WPTN Cyprus, you have two flight options:
ERCAN (Turkish Cyprus) – Arrival at North Cyprus' Ercan Airport (with a connection in Istanbul). Citizens of most countries (including Russia, Ukraine, Belarus, and Georgia) do not need a visa. The exception is Armenian citizens, who must obtain a visa in advance.
LARNACA (Greek Cyprus) – Arrival at Larnaca Airport (direct flights from many cities). A valid Schengen visa is required. Russian and Ukrainian citizens can also obtain an electronic pro-visa, which takes 1-2 days to process.
VISA – A visa is not required for flights through Turkey to Ercan Airport (no direct flights from other countries to this airport). However, if flying to the Greek part at Larnaca, you'll need a Schengen visa or a local PRO-visa.
Air Tickets
- Almaty-Stambul-Almaty from $340.
- Astana-Stambul-Astana from $380.
Payment
Payment for packages, buy-ins, hotels is only accepted on-site. Be warned: anyone offering packages is likely a scammer!
For questions about electronic payments (Skrill, PS, etc.) or bank transfers, contact the live chat operators on the official website of Live Events International – www.leipoker.com
Weather and Entertainment
July is an ideal time for a vacation on Cyprus. Average air temperature is +31°C, water +25°C. As for entertainment, Malpas hosts concerts and parties almost daily. For LEI Summer Cyprus guests, sporting events and an unforgettable party are planned. Stay tuned for a special concert by a world-renowned artist just for you!
Sean Paul Performance
On July 26, Sean Paul – a popular Jamaican dancehall artist and Grammy award winner – will perform exclusively for Live Events International Cyprus guests.
Contacts and Booking
Olga Mikhailuk
Phone (RU): +7-905-835-34-35 Phone (UA): +38-063-465-97-97
E-Mail: [email protected]
Skype: cleo.m2009
Anastasia Lozinskaya
Phone (RU): +7-917-516-19-39
Phone (UA): +38-067-282-30-38
E-Mail: [email protected]
Skype: nastia_pokeradm
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- The LEI Summer Cyprus tournament series is hosted at the luxurious Malpas Hotel & Casino in Cyprus, a popular tourist destination for poker enthusiasts.
- The Main Event at LEI Summer Cyprus is open to players of all skill levels and has a reduced buy-in, with a guaranteed minimum prize pool of €150,000.
- Known for its robust cash games and notable players from neighboring countries, the casino is an attractive destination for poker players seeking a unique gaming experience.
- In addition to the Main Event, the series offers various satellites, side events, and cash games, making it a notable event in the calendar of casino-and-gambling and sports enthusiasts who love travel and the poker lifestyle.
- To capitalize on the thrilling poker adventure, organizers have prepared specialized player packages offering significant savings on travel and accommodation during the series.
