Cheap Holidays to Cyprus

Whether it’s fantastic nightlife, sun-kissed beaches, incredible countryside and waterfalls or buzzing towns and pretty villages you are looking for, holidays in Cyprus are the perfect combination of sun and fun. With crystal-clear waters, family friendly resorts and sheltered beaches perfect for endless lounging, sunbathing and swimming, holidays in Cyprus are great for all ages. Its lively resorts are known for their great nightlife, shopping and mouthwatering restaurants. With day trips aplenty, sunset cruises, streets lined with bars and cafés and waterfront promenades for romantic sunset strolls, Cyprus holidays tick all the boxes.

Places to Go and Things to Do

Hit the beach!

Whether you're looking for somewhere young and lively or family friendly – you won't be short of sunbathing spots. CTO beach is best for family holidays thanks to its shallow waters, soft sand and entertainment facilities including a children's playground and watersports. If you're after an all-rounder, Finikoudes has a variety of waterfront restaurants and bars, golden sands and is just a stone's throw away from the lively town. Mackenzie is buzzing with trendy cafés and bars blaring the latest hits, Miami-inspired canopy beds and DJs playing to the crowds from the waterfront decks.

Slip and Slide

Give the kids a chance to blow off some steam at WaterWorld. Adrenaline junkies can take on The Fall of Icarus, Apollos Plunge, and The Quest of Heracles at the popular Ayia Napa park, while those who want to make a softer splash can stick to bathing in Aphrodite's Baths, or opt fora lazy trip down the calmer Odyssey River. If the rides haven't worn the kids out already, hop next door to EMW Go Karts and they can take to the tracks instead!

Party On

If you're looking for an energetic evening, Larnaca's nightlife will never disappoint. Buzzing beachgoers should head to Mackenzie beach and the XS Night & Day Club, where cocktails can be enjoyed with your toes in the sand. For drinks, a stroll around Old Limassol and Saripolou Square is a good place to start where you can hop between stylish venues – InTheory, Socialista, Salut and Meli Bar, are all firm favourites. Those that want to keep the party going can head into Ayia Napa's clubs, where foam is all part of the fun!

Spot Flamingos on the Lake

The Larnaca Salt Lake is located to the west of the town and is home to a flock of colourful flamingos that roost between November and March. The area surrounding the lake is made up of lush rolling hills and magnificent mountains, perfect for a sunset stroll.

Essential Information

Getting Around

Cyprus is compact and so getting around the island is relatively easy. Hiring a car offers the freedom to explore, especially if you want to discover areas of Cyprus that are a little out of the way, where public transport is more limited. Buses and taxis are widely available in main resorts and very convenient.

Travelling by bus or car

Bus services in the south of the island are frequent, clean and comfortable, and provide a cheap way of exploring the island. Rural buses may be more unreliable. There are often no services on Sundays.

A hire car will give you the opportunity to explore a little off the beaten tourist track. Roads are good, and well signposted, but they’re slightly better in the south. Driving is on the left hand side of the road.

Passports and Visas

British citizens don’t need a visa to visit Cyprus, but a valid passport is essential. For more information and advice, visit //www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/cyprus/entry-requirements or the Foreign Office at www.fco.gov.uk/en/

Health and Safety

Cover yourself with relevant travel and medical insurance before you travel. An EHIC will entitle you to emergency treatment (not valid in North Cyprus). For more info, see www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/cyprus/health

Vaccinations

British citizens don’t require any specific jabs to enjoy a holiday in Cyprus. However, it is recommended to be up to date with your routine vaccinations.

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