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Cyprus Flights and Holidays

Sink your toes into warm sand, feel the sun warming your skin as you look out on the sparkling blue Mediterranean sea. Nothing beats Cyprus for a beach holiday!

With an expansive coastline providing a wide variety of beaches to choose from, ranging from secluded bays, to lively resorts, sandy beaches and rocky coves, you are bound to find the right one for you.

Relaxing in the sun is not the only reasons to visit Cyprus. There’s a myriad of activities you could indulge in and being an island, water sports feature strongly. Discover the magic of the underwater world by snorkelling or diving in the warm crystal clear seas. Windsurfing and sailing can be enjoyed all the year round, thanks to steady winds and calm predictable seas, while coastal cruising and deep-water fishing are also popular. You could even use the island as a base for a short cruise to other nearby countries

While world famous coastal resorts are a paradise to sunseekers and clubbers, elsewhere Cyprus is a peaceful haven of traditional villages and medieval castles. Glorious beaches are backed by rugged mountains and antiquity is around every corner in the form of well preserved archaeological sites.

Step back in time with a visit to Choirokoitia, one of the best preserved sites of a prehistoric settlement found in the Eastern Mediterranean, with its reconstructed round dwellings giving a vivid representation of what life was like at the dawn of civilisation.

Admire the exquisite floor mosaics of the Roman villas depicting scenes from mythology and be impressed by the underground Tombs of the Kings nearby, carved out of solid rock and decorated with Doric pillars. Or enjoy an ancient Greek play performed in a Roman amphitheatre with the most spectacular view on a cliff overlooking the sea.

Eating and Drinking

With emphasis on fresh local ingredients, a pungent mix of herbs and spices and a light spattering of olive oil, Cypriot food is essentially Mediterranean, similar to that of Greece and with a hint of the Middle East and Asia Minor.

It is not surprising that home cooking is an important feature of everyday life in Cyprus, with recipes passed down through the generations. Having a hearty meal in the company of friends and family is what it’s all about. No wonder that hospitality and conviviality are deeply ingrained in the Cypriot psyche, so much so that pleasing has become a fine art. So give free reign to your taste buds and indulge in a culinary feast.

The choices are plentiful in Paphos, relish mouthwatering delicacies at the numerous restaurants serving both local and international cuisine and offering exceptional value. Choose from gourmet restaurants in some of the most exclusive hotels to chilled out burger joints and pizzerias. Many good restaurants are found around the Marina where there are tavernas serving traditional Cypriot dishes, as well as a concentration of good fish restaurants.

Nightlife: Numerous lively bars, tavernas, British pubs, discos, a cinema, a bouzouki club and a few nightclubs; several of the hotels have their own nightclubs, often with live bands.

The Cities of Cyprus

Four large cities punctuate the island, with Nicosia, the capital in the centre, and Larnaca, Limassol and Paphos along the southern coast. The old town centres with their picturesque historical buildings allow you to wander along narrow streets and browse through interesting markets and shopping centres.

Flyglobespan fly year round direct from Glasgow and Edinburgh to Paphos and throughout the summer months direct from Aberdeen, meaning it’s easier than ever to visit Cyprus.

As the capital of Cyprus for 600 years in antiquity, the archaeological legacy of Paphos is such that UNESCO put the whole city on its World Cultural Heritage List.

Enjoy classical opera under the stars in the romantic setting of the medieval castle overlooking Paphos harbour during the various summer festivals. Or jive to the latest dance tunes at a plethora of entertainment spots, part of the modern town’s varied nightlife. Paphos won’t disappoint you.

Accommodation

Flyglobespan offer a wide range of accommodation in Paphos, ranging from luxury beachside hotels with every amenity, such as health spas, conference centres, fresh and salt-water pools and exotic gardens, to a variety of hotel apartments for the budget-conscious.