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An island with a fascinating and dramatic history, dating back 9,000 years, Cyprus has been invaded and colonized by an astonishing mix of races and civilizations… Even as far back as 1974. Tourism to the island, certainly mixed tourism from Ireland, is concentrated in the government controlled south of the island.
Get there
The main airport in Cyprus is Larnica. The current terminal opened in 2009 and is well equipped to handle the annual influx of tourism. Even so, further expansions are planned and by 2013 the terminal will be able to handle 9 million passengers per year. The airport itself is located just outside of Larnica, but there are good transfer options to both Larnica and the tourist hub that is Ayia Napa.
Move
With no rail on the island, buses and taxis are the only forms of public transportation on the island. However, both have recently been revamped with 4 different types of bus services offering everything from airport transfers to rural buses linking local towns. Taxis are also reasonable, it is a relatively small island. Many tourists opted to rent scooters and quads and these are as common on the roads of Ayia Napa as the cars themselves. As in Ibiza, driving standards on this island are generally poor, with many roads devoid of markings and lighting of any kind. There’s a lot to see in Cyprus if you venture outside of the main tourist hubs, so some form of transport is recommended for days when you’re not hungover at least…
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Hospitality in Cyprus is fantastic, with many family run hotels taking great care to ensure that your impression of the island is as positive as possible. You’re guaranteed a warm welcome here, even on a cheap last-minute package holiday. There are countless hotel chains in Cyprus, including well-known Western chains like Hilton, Four Seasons, and Holiday Inn. There are also hotels geared toward package vacation travelers that offer a more affordable setting.
Alternative accommodation is offered in restored historic houses throughout the island in association with a government agritourism initiative. It’s worth googling if you’re interested in an alternative package
Eating
As with most Mediterranean diets, Cyprians eat large amounts of fresh fish and olive oil, giving them a long life expectancy and a fantastic level of health. This is certainly true in the Greek-influenced South. Traditional food also includes meats like lamb, pork, chicken, and vegetables like potatoes and beans, etc. As a tourist you will not leave hungry if the local cuisine is not your thing. Many steakhouses are located in resorts, eating at these resorts can be excellent value for money with several restaurants in an area struggling for business. Even fast food franchises like Burger King and Pizza Hut have sprung up in places like Ayia Napa to cater to the throngs of hungry tourists.
drinking
The main nightlife hub in the southern part of the island for the Irish tourist has to be Ayia Napa and the nightlife is really where Ayia Napa shines. So much so that it is hard to believe that this place was a sleepy fishing village just 35 years ago. That’s not to say that it’s an exclusive Irish hub with British, Irish and Russian bars all working seamlessly together. Truth be told, the Irish are probably outnumbered by the other two in attendance, but that doesn’t mean we go unnoticed.
The main focus of nightlife is in the central square, which is overlooked by dozens of bars and nightclubs. The competition is fierce and each bar looks to attract the crowd of partygoers. Off the main square are the “Super Clubs” which are open until the wee hours of the morning and regularly attract world-class DJs. For those who just aren’t satisfied, there are a handful of late-night bars that open just as the super clubs are closing.