Cyprus
Basking in the eastern Mediterranean sun, Cyprus is a land where ancient history and modern comforts fuse in a succession of friendly resorts and fascinating towns. This proud island nation has been at the crossroads of European culture for centuries - remnants of past civilisations give the land its rich tapestry of historic sights, nestling against vineyards and villages, mountains and coast. The mighty Troodos Mountains, the island’s rugged backbone, offer stunning views across the island to the sea where, legend has it, Aphrodite rose from the waves.
The mountain slopes are planted with vineyards, apple and almond trees, gorgeous in spring, snow-covered in winter. Scan around, and your view will take in crusader fortresses, Greek and Roman theatres, Byzantine monasteries and whitewashed villages clinging to cliffs and coves. With four hundred miles of coastline, there are no shortage of Blue Flag beaches to stretch out on. Most package holidays to Cyprus take advantage of the island’s easy-going, modern towns along the south coast. This magnificent stretch is one long succession of shimmering, emerald coves, hidden grottoes and world-class resorts.
There was a time when cheap holidays to Cyprus were hard to find, but we’ve established a reputation with the island’s leading hotels, and can offer holidaymakers who appreciate timeless beauty and genuine hospitality a guaranteed good value island adventure. Your first Cypriot experience may be the port city of Larnaca. A thrilling modern city with an elegant, palm-lined promenade, a cluster of Byzantine ruins and a great beach, Larnaca is an excellent introduction to the many facets of this enchanted land. With its seafront bustling with bars and restaurants and, in Zenon Kitieos Street, a stretch of tempting craft shops and markets, Larnaca is hard to leave. But there are further delights along the coast.
The island’s ancient capital, captivating Paphos, is a town where history simply pours from the pavements. UNESCO preserved, and full of fascinating sights, this is still a modern resort, with a lively harbour, stunning beaches and a host of family-friendly facilities. The birthplace of Aphrodite, Paphos is a popular choice for last minute holidays to Cyprus - any time of year.