Learn the best things to see and do in enchanting Ayia Napa. Located in one of the most beautiful parts of Cyprus, Ayia Napa offers some of its most outstanding beaches, has its liveliest nightlife, and has stunning coastal landscape features to explore in Cape Greco National Forest Park. This city runs along the southern coast of Cyprus, from just west of the Ayia Napa Marina to Cape Greco point on the its southeastern tip, then up around the corner towards Protaras. The name Ayia Napa is derived from the ancient word Napa, which means forest-covered valley, from the dense juniper forest that once covered this area. Adding Ayia to…

This post covers the best tourist attractions of the fascinating and beautiful island of Cyprus. Fringed with plush sandy beaches nestled along the coast, some of the best in Europe, mesmerizingly clear blue water, a vibrant nightlife, beautiful natural landscape attractions, fascinating archeological digs, historical castles, fortresses, and a wide variety of restaurants, cafes, and bars, there’s a lot to see and do. All in a safe, sunny, environment. And as it’s one of the European Union’s southernmost locations, swimming temperatures are great in Spring and into Fall. Cyprus is the third largest island in the Mediterranean and a popular holiday destination. Most frequently it’s visited by citizens of the…

Nicosia, the capital of Cyprus, is the world’s only capital divided by two countries. It’s the Republic of Cyprus, on its southern side, and the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) in the north. Also called Lefkosia, Nicosia was formally divided in 1974…but more about that later. For tourists, it’s safe to visit both sides to learn more about its history and explore its streets. It’s perfect as a day trip, rainy day excursion, or for when you’re nursing a sunburn. From seeing the old city walls and museums with artifacts from archaeological digs around the island, to crossing the Green Line to Turkish Cyprus for its old Ottoman architecture,…

Learn the best things to see and do in Limassol, Cyprus, a bustling city that offers a mix of typical Cypriot life, along with Mediterranean beaches and some interesting historical day trip options. Sitting on Cyprus’s southern coast, it’s the country’s 2nd largest city after Nicosia (the capital). As it’s not as touristy as Paphos, Ayia Napa, Larnaca, and Protaras, some visit for the city amenities while enjoying its beaches and a dose of culture, like Kourion Archeological Site, which dates back thousands of years, and crusader-era Kolossi Castle. Admittedly, the city looks a bit weary and run down (although not as neglected as Paphos), and the beaches closest to…