The island of Cyprus offers a Mediterranean paradise to visitors seeking everything one should expect from an island holiday. With year-round sunshine, warm weather, refreshing hospitality, and activities spanning from the beach to the mountains to across the countryside, Cyprus will rejuvenate your senses and stimulate your need for relaxation and adventure.
Warm accommodations that fit any style
There is a wide and unique selection of hotels and villas to choose from when visiting Cyprus. You can indulge in the opulence of a 5-star beach resort in Paphos, equipped with world-class amenities and services; you could choose to stay at a fully furnished island villa in Limassol, featuring breathtaking views of the Mediterranean Sea; or you could opt for the relaxation of country living with a stay in the Troodos Mountains. No matter where you stay on the island, you can expect to be treated with the type of hospitality and care that is only dreamed about on other holiday retreats.
The official languages of Cyprus are Greek and Turkish, but over 75% of the country speaks English, and in tourist areas such as hotels, resorts, and main points of interest, English – as well as French, German, and many other European languages – are commonly spoken. So, no matter where you are visiting from, you can enjoy the comfort of speaking your native tongue while in the country.
An oasis of adventure
The diverse amount of activities to enjoy in Cyprus is enough to keep anyone’s holiday schedule full and filled with a thrilling mixture of relaxation and adventure. The first inhabitants of Cyprus are said to have arrived over 10,000 years ago, and ever since then the beach has been the place to go!
Nowadays, there is much more to do on the beach than simply stare at the waves, as the ancient Cypriots were no doubt limited to. Today’s visitors can have a blast scuba diving, sailing, and body surfing in the warm Mediterranean waters on the coast, or lie on the beach and soak up the warm island sun.
Once the ancients left the beach, they discovered the breathtaking forest-covered mountains of the island, complete with a diverse array of wildlife and climates. Thanks to the thousands of years of exploration since, you can enjoy amazing hikes through the beautiful mountain trails on the island and experience the same soul-enriching taste of Mother Nature that greeted the original inhabitants so many years ago.
Art, golf and the open seas: what more could you want?
Cyprus has an impressive history of architecture dating back to antiquity and a history of art dating back to the Byzantine era and leading all the way up to the current day. Today, you’ll find many artists, art schools, and a municipal museum in every major town, on the island. If your ideal holiday includes a dip into the art, culture, and history of the place you are visiting, take a trip to some of the museums and discover a bit of the cultural history Cyprus has to offer.
Some more modern forms of entertainment to dive into on the island include championship golf courses that will both challenge and invigorate your golf skills, and vibrant cruises that last from 2 to 5 days and can include stops in a number of the historic and relaxing areas surrounding the Mediterranean Sea.
The complete holiday destination
Cyprus boasts a rich variety of activities and accommodations to add valuable memories to every kind of holiday. From family retreats to romantic getaways, this cultural island in the Mediterranean Sea has much to offer. Start planning your trip today, because with so much to do on the island, you don’t want to miss out on anything!