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Cyprus Holidays
Beaches are only part of the story on a holiday to Cyprus. The island is also home to mountain scenery, centuries-old sights and unforgettable food.
An island for everyone
Thanks to its sandy stretches, ancient sights and up-tempo nightlife, Cyprus is a firm holiday favourite, attracting everyone from families to clubbers. A mix of laidback and lively resorts fringe the island, along with beautiful beaches – 64 are Blue Flag-certified. And if you go inland, you’ll find sleepy villages, hidden hamlets and the scenic Troodos Mountains.
Larnaca region
The Larnaca region of Cyprus is home to the family-favourite resort of Protaras. Its golden beach and clear shallow waters are a winning combination for anyone with little ones, and its main strip has a good mix of restaurants, cafés and bars. Further south is Ayia Napa. It’s best known as a clubbing mecca, but it’s also home to one of the island’s best beaches and has a pretty old town. Neighbouring Nissi Beach completes the trio of resorts. It boasts a waterpark and white-sand beach with its own islet.
Paphos region
The town of Paphos is the best-known resort on Cyprus’ west coast. A traditional harbour town, it’s got a handful of golden beaches, a pretty marina and a long list of historical sights, including the Tombs of the Kings. Elsewhere in the region is Limassol, which has a 7-mile stretch of beach, and Coral Bay, where you’ll find a large horseshoe-shaped cove with Blue Flag credentials. If you’re after somewhere away from it all, the quiet seaside villages of Polis, Amathus Bay and Latchi give you an authentic slice of island life.
At a glance
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Discover the Tombs of the Kings in Paphos
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Drive up into the pine-cloaked Troodos Mountains
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Sample Ayia Napa’s electric nightlife
Destinations in Cyprus
Top Destinations
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Larnaca Region
The bright lights of Ayia Napa are one of the main reasons people book holidays to the Larnaca region of Cyprus. But you’ve also got Blue Flag beaches and picturesque countryside to look forward to.
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Paphos Region
Holidays to the Paphos region involve Blue Flag beaches, forests filled with cypress trees, and seafood dinners at harbour-front tavernas.
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