Top 10 reasons to visit Cyprus this year

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We want to start by saying that we are most definitely bias. We ♥ Cyprus. But we wanted to share with you why we feel like this and give you the Top 10 reasons to visit Cyprus this year.

We know that these are strange times with a lot of uncertainty. Everyone wants a holiday but they also want to keep themselves and their family safe.

As you know we’ve put into place ‘new normals’ in terms of hygiene and safety procedures and you can get a full refund if travel plans change too with our ‘book with confidence‘ promise.

But why else should you visit Cyprus this year?

1. The Weather

One of the most talked about topics if you are British and one of the reasons why around one million British nationals visit Cyprus every year*. With the monthly temperature on average 10℃ warmer than the UK and an average of 3000 sunny hours per year, Cyprus is a fabulous destination for your holiday. Temperatures can soar to the mid-thirties and the water is in the mid-twenties. So, leave the midsummer rain and come to our Mediterranean isle and soak up the sun.

2. The Beaches

The beaches in Cyprus are sandy and clean and the water is crystal clear! Don’t take our word for it; many of the beaches in Cyprus have been awarded the blue flag for recognised water quality and cleanliness. Cyprus has hundreds of miles of beautiful coastline overlooking the Mediterranean sea offering an incredible array of beach moments. Whether you are looking for a beach to splash about with kids, beaches to lounge near to, unspoilt beaches for wild swims, secluded spots for privacy or somewhere wonderful to scuba dive or snorkel – Cyprus has it in spades.

3. The Food

By now you’ll know that food is high on our agenda. Cypriot dishes are a mix of Greek and Turkish influence but one thing is for sure; everything is fresh, super healthy and grown on the island! Think charcoal grilled pork and chicken ‘souvla’, fish, sausages, big salads, vegetables, rich pasta dishes and of course halloumi. Share small plates and graze the afternoon away.

4. History

Cyprus’s history goes back some 10,000 years to the Neolithic and Byzantine age. Pay a trip to the Cyprus Museum in Nicosia to get a better understanding or visit the various ancient ruins that can be found all over the island. From the Tombs of the Kings and Kato Paphos Archaeological Park to the Colosseum in Paphos; if you’re into architecture and fancy yourself as a historian, then Cyprus has so much to discover.

5. The Culture

As you’d expect from a country steeped in history, the island is a culture hub for festivals celebrating music, food, wine and dance. From Limassol Carnival, which takes place 50 days before Lent and goes on for 11 days and the Classical Music Festival in Larnaca in April to the Limassol Wine Festival in the Summer and the Jazz Festival in the Winter, you’ll be spoilt for choice. And if you needed any more evidence of the country’s cultural status, then look no further than Paphos which was crowned ‘European City of Culture’ in 2017.

7. Night Life

If you’re after something a little more lively from your holiday, then you’ve come to the right place. Whilst it might not be something that you can even imagine right now, but Cyprus is also well known for it’s buzzing nightlife in places like Ayia Napa, Limassol and Paphos. With clubs, pubs and bars providing a wide range of entertainment you’ll find something to suit all tastes! Typically, bars and clubs don’t tend to get busy until after midnight, so soak up the sun and culture during the day and party til dawn! But if don’t fancy being in a sweaty club, then Paphos Old Town is full of wine bars and restaurants and there are also some great Beach Clubs along the coast. Sandy Beach, Cabana Beach Club and Alpostro in Limassol are some of our favourites. With DJs everyday until late, enjoy a cocktail and fruit platters from your sun lounger.