Category: Cyprus

5 affordable luxury spa breaks in Cyprus

5 affordable luxury spa breaks in Cyprus

By on May 23, 2013 in Accommodation, Cyprus, Hotels, Middle East, Regions, Resorts, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel   - Read 1006 times

From stunning award-winning five-star beachfront hotels, to secluded agrotourism properties and holistic resorts within the island’s mountainous interiors, Cyprus offers the perfect location for an affordable luxury spa and wellbeing break. Wellness tourism continues to be a booming sector for Cyprus, with spas across the island offering the latest advances in beauty and therapeutic treatments [...]

Top 5 luxury family escapes for teenagers

Top 5 luxury family escapes for teenagers

By on Apr 26, 2013 in Accommodation, Africa, Asia, Caribbean, Cyprus, Family Travel, Featured, Hotels, Mauritius, Middle East, Regions, Resorts, Saint Lucia, Speciality Travel, Thailand, United Arab Emirates   - Read 3682 times

Unwind and relax whilst your teens engage in activities that they are sure to be talking about long after their visit. These carefully selected hotels offer the perfect holidays to reward your children after months of revision and exams, from team beach-athons in Saint Lucia and undersea walks in Mauritius to rock-climbing and urban graffiti [...]

3 new projects herald a new dawn for Nicosia, Cyprus

3 new projects herald a new dawn for Nicosia, Cyprus

By on Jan 04, 2013 in Cyprus, Middle East, Regions   - Read 4329 times

Locally known as Lefkosia, Nicosia is the largest city in Cyprus. The old city, at the heart of which is the distinctive many-sided Venetian citadel, is home to a wealth of history and tales dating back to the 16th Century. While already a must-see place on the list of any history-minded visitor, a series of major [...]

A bonus journey through authentic Cypriot village life

A bonus journey through authentic Cypriot village life

By on Nov 22, 2012 in Attractions, Cyprus, Going Out, Middle East, Regions   - Read 6954 times

Authenticity is something that is often lacking in modern tourist destinations nowadays. However, away from the tourist areas, the Larnaka countryside offers the chance to experience the genuine culture. Similar to the old Cypriot way of life, when foreign guests were welcomed on a complimentary basis, this winter the Larnaka Tourism Board if offering tourists the opportunity [...]

Special feature: Palm Beach Hotel & Bungalows, Larnaca, Cyprus

Special feature: Palm Beach Hotel & Bungalows, Larnaca, Cyprus

By on Nov 06, 2012 in Accommodation, Attractions, Cyprus, Family Travel, Featured, Going Out, Hotels, Middle East, Regions, Restaurants, Special Features, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany   - Read 5610 times

Arriving on a late flight into Larnaca, we stayed at the Livadhiotis Hotel in the town centre. Not only was this ideal for a late arrival, being just a few minutes from the airport, but it also put us well placed right in the heart of the town centre. Larnaca is a harbour town with a [...]

Top 10 European holidays for 2012

Top 10 European holidays for 2012

By on Feb 21, 2012 in Accommodation, Croatia, Cyprus, Eastern Europe, Europe, Greece, Hotels, Italy, Leisure Travel, Portugal, Regions, Resorts, Spain, Speciality Travel, Western Europe   - Read 983 times

Blue Palace Resort & Spa, Crete Elounda’s Blue Palace is part of the Luxury Collection of resorts and boasts a world class Thalasso Spa and over 140 room types with private pools all with sea views. The location is a star too, with a delightful private beach, crystal clear waters and soaring coastal vistas over [...]

The top 10 honeymoon destinations for couples in a muddle

The top 10 honeymoon destinations for couples in a muddle

By on Sep 03, 2011 in Africa, Asia, Australia, Barbados, Caribbean, Cyprus, Europe, Honeymoons, Indonesia, Leisure Travel, Maldives, Oceania, Regions, Saint Lucia, Seychelles, South Africa, Speciality Travel, Thailand, Western Europe, Worldwide   - Read 1553 times

Choosing where to go on honeymoon for many seems an enviable task but the reality can be really rather more taxing. With so many options available to the modern couple the novelty of being spoilt for choice can become quite bewildering. With this in mind I have taken a closer look at the top 10 [...]

The secret to exploring North Cyprus

The secret to exploring North Cyprus

By on Aug 28, 2011 in Attractions, Cyprus, Going Out, Middle East, Regions, Turkey   - Read 1185 times

North Cyprus is a defacto independent state located in the northern region of Cyprus. The state is officially named the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC). The country has a beautiful array of great sites and ancient architecture, perfect for historians and travellers. The area has tempted many conquerors due to its natural beauty, from [...]

3 of the best North Cyprus attractions

3 of the best North Cyprus attractions

By on Jul 06, 2011 in Attractions, Cyprus, Going Out, Middle East, Regions   - Read 2383 times

The sun drenched northern area of Cyprus is an often over looked luxury destination. The independent state is located in the eastern Mediterranean and is covered with the relics of ancient civilisations. For a first time visitor it can be hard to choose where to go and so we have whittled down the state’s attractions [...]

Top 10 island escapes

Top 10 island escapes

By on Sep 21, 2010 in Asia, Caribbean, Cyprus, Europe, Fiji, Greece, Maldives, Middle East, Oceania, Pacific Islands, Philippines, Regions, Thailand, Turks and Caicos, Vietnam, Western Europe, Worldwide   - Read 960 times

There’s something magical about islands.  The isolation… the privacy… wonderful beaches and complete solitude.  According to Tripadvisor, the world’s top 10 island escapes are: 1. Providenciales, Turks and Caicos 2. Cook Islands 3. Mykonos, Greece 4. Maldives 5. Cyprus 6. Boracay, Philippines 7. Ko Lanta, Thailand 8. Phu Quoc Island, Vietnam 9. Bora Bora, French Polynesia [...]

To re-open in April: Amathus Beach Hotel Limassol

By on Feb 27, 2009 in Accommodation, Cyprus, Hotels, Middle East   - Read 180 times

Amathus Beach Hotel Limassol will bring a new standard in luxury accommodation to Cyprus when it re-opens on 25th April 2009 following a 15 million Euro refurbishment and expansion. Boasting first class leisure facilities, Amathus Beach Hotel Limassol is a contemporary and innovative property, which sits alongside a soft, sandy beach, in 4,000 square metres [...]

Thanos Hotels, Cyprus: Anassa & Almyra

Thanos Hotels, Cyprus: Anassa & Almyra

By on Apr 15, 2008 in Accommodation, Cyprus, Family Travel, Going Out, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Middle East, Regions, Restaurants, Speciality Travel   - Read 185 times

The Thanos Hotels in Cyprus are individual in style, but share a commitment to make every guest feel at home. Surround yourself with acres of cool marble in the palatial Anassa or enjoy the simple, elegant comfort at the Almyra.   You can luxuriate all day long, or visit some of the many heritage sites [...]

A year of island hopping: December

A year of island hopping: December

By on Jul 22, 2006 in Accommodation, Africa, Asia, Caribbean, Cyprus, Florida, Hotels, Jamaica, Middle East, New Zealand, North America, Oceania, Regions, Resorts, Tanzania, Thailand, USA, Vacation Rentals   - Read 219 times

This is post twelove of twelve  and so concludes  our daily look at the best islands in the world to visit, when to visit them and where to stay (where individual recommendations are made). For December, the following are recommended: Bay of Islands, New Zealand: Cliff Edge by the Sea Cyprus: Hilton Cyprus and The [...]