Cyprus is an island of legends that enjoys year round Mediterranean sunshine. It has a long and fascinating history which has seen civilizations come and go, with the likes of Alexander the Great and Cleopatra staking their claim. Aphrodite made her home on Cyprus, and travellers in the distant past came here just to pay her tribute.

Today Cyprus is a modern country that effortlessly combines European culture with its treasures of an ancient world. The island has wonderful beaches and fragrant mountain peaks, vineyards studded with olive trees and ancient ruins to explore, citrus groves and old stone villages where you can drink sweet wine in the local café amongst friendly villagers.

Cyprus is a beautiful island and many of the activities are centred on exploring the great outdoors. Hiking, horseriding and sailing are all popular leisure activities here. Families will enjoy an exciting jeep excursion or a visit to Coral Bay’s Go Kart track. There is also a Reptile Park and a Bird Park at Coral Bay. Paphos has a water park, ideal for some family fun.

Experience local culture and watch live Bouzouki music and dancing performances in the town squares or visit a family-friendly taverna for an enjoyable evening meal

Whilst some come to Cyprus to explore archaeology that goes back 10,000 years, and others to experience the country's diverse natural splendours, from bird watching to hiking the Aphrodite Trail, many people simply come to soak up the year round sun on Cyprus’ plethora of beautiful sandy beaches and rocky coves, or to enjoy the multitude of water sports on offer.

Water lovers can take comfort in the fact that the beaches of Cyprus are among the cleanest you'll find anywhere. Cyprus participates in the European Blue Flag Campaign, a program which promotes clean beaches and environmentally sound management of coastal areas throughout Europe.

The main resorts have a varied range of shops and there are little gift shops, bustling markets and stalls selling fresh produce and local handicrafts.

Cyprus has numerous ancient monuments, churches and monasteries with a wealth of open-air museums, Roman settlements and Greek temples filled with relics from Cyprus’s 10,000 year old past including Roman mosaics and 15th-century frescoes.