Your Guide to Last Minute Holidays in Cyprus

Getting There and Around Cyprus

Do not let travel put you off your late deal, there are plenty of frequent flights from the UK that will arrive in Larnaka or Paphos. Travel once in Cyprus is easy, there are a number of options, you could use the public transport, which is cheap and fairly reliable. Alternatively there is the opportunity to hire a car at the airport or just hop into a taxi.

Beaches in Cyprus

Your late deal from Teletext holidays could have you enjoying the beautiful beaches that Cyprus has to offer in just a matter of days. If you’re looking for beaches then Cyprus is certainly the right destination choice as a staggering 52 beaches on this island have been awarded the blue flag.

The Limassol region has 14 blue fag beaches to offer all with stunning stretches of sand and clear blue waters. Some beaches offer water sports to entertain the whole family, café’s border the waterfront for a quick bite to eat.

Sightseeing in Cyprus

Why not do a little sightseeing on your late deal. There is plenty to see on this island, which has a vast history behind it. The Byzantine churches in the Troodos Mountains, which are on the World Heritage list and the third century Tombs of the Kings and Roman mosaics near Paphos are certainly worth a visit.

It does not stop there however a visit to the ancient temples of Kition near Larnaca must not be missed. The capital, Lefkosia (previously Nicosia), is also very interesting. You can learn about Cypriot history at the fantastic Cyprus Museum and marvel at some more frescoes at St John's Cathedral.

Why not take a boat trip and get a different view of the island, from Larnaca and Limassol, boat trips can be arranged from the marina. The Zenobia shipwreck is a popular excursion among divers. From Paphos, book a trip to the Yeronisos islands for the chance to gawp at beautiful coastlines and sea caves, as well as enjoy a swim in a secluded bay.

Eating and Nightlife in Cyprus

Food in Cyprus is of excellent quality; there is plenty to choose from with wide ranges of fruit and vegetables. The local cheese, halloumi, is delicious grilled. Fish as one can imagine is excellent here it is usually served grilled, fried, plain or spicy. Also sample grilled lamb or chicken known as souvla, or sausages called shieftlalies. Cyprus probably has some of the best pork the world; there are spicy sausages with garlic called loukanika and strong ones called pastourma.

With your late deal from Teletext holidays you could soon taste the exquisite food this beautiful island has to offer and if that is not enough then there is plenty to be enjoyed in the way of nightlife. Cyprus is home to one of the up and coming party resorts known as Ayia Napa, a place where many of the younger generations will visit to party the night and morning away. Paphos also offers a good nightlife with many sport bars, Irish bars, live music events and nightclubs. The crowd here is a little older than that of Ayia Napa but generally this place is great for all ages, the restaurants open late and the clubs open even later. If partying is what you’re looking for on your late deal then look no further!

Shopping and Family Attractions

Why not take home some surprise gifts from your late deal holiday. Cyprus offers a wide range of handicrafts and ceramics, perfect for decorating your home with.

There are also many shops available all over the island selling souvenirs including leather goods, lace, jewellery, spectacles and home-made honey and sweets, are all good buys. The island also has a wide range of local alcohol to take home from the local tipple and ouzo to the Filfar orange liqueur.

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