Well just over 2 weeks to go, bet the days drag in
Staying in Protaras but hiring a car for 5 days to explore the rest of the island.
What would be your top things/places/to do/to see etc for a first time visitor to the island?
Can you go to Famgusta ok with a hire car or is it over the border?
Also a map! Will we be able to pick up one easily in resort or should I get one here (Amazon etc) before we go?
Finally what would you do in resort? (apart from soaking up the and relaxing oh and watching football )
Thanks
Jaime C
Maps if you need one are all over the place, probably get one in the back of your welcome pack.
Don't miss going on a jeep safari up the Troodos mountains, see the sights, get a meze lunch, sample the wines....
Don't miss the sunblock and water !
Don't miss a Traditional Cypriot night with dancing and music, food and wine.
Hire a car and visit places like Kavo Greco as the scenery is stunning, think of a beautiful blue sea and and the rocks leading to them as a painting, well thats somewhere near.
The jet boat thing in Paphos harbour is different and a bit thrill seek'y
Eat the local food as some of the dishes are better than you could possibly imagine. Also try some of the other types of food like Italian, Indian, Mexican, Japanese, Chinese if thats your bag, but choose wisely, look for authentic (like Nautilus in Pernera for real Italian food).
thats a few things to get you going...
Steve
Thanks for all that Steve. I have made some notes.
The jet boat thing in Paphos harbour is different and a bit thrill seek'y
You mean the Tornado Jet? Ive just come back from 2 weeks at the cypria bay and it span around right next to our hotel every time for some reason
Its a powerful thing with 2 RR's
Dont forget a day at Waterworld Waterpark
yeah just done the waterpark in A napa... well worth the money if you get in soon and don't forget the suncream
and you should go on a cruise up and down the coast with a swim at the blue laggoon at the end
cheers for those!!
Also interesting to drive by the Green Line.
A long day out, but do-able, is Troodos and its villages.
There's some great pics of all over Cyprus here:
http://www.photoboxgallery.com/cypruspics/829106
Marion
I cant remember what its called but there is a church on top of a hill in Protaras. You can see it pretty much wherever you are in town. I'm not a religous person but my girlfriend and I took a walk up there (It is quite a few steps up though). The views are amazing and there is a real atmosphere up there. People Tie notes to the trees up there with messages to loved ones (past and present) and get well notes etc. Some of them are real tear jerkers. Its only a little church but the decor is amazing. As i said, im not religious, but im really glad i went up there, and i most likely will go up there again in october if i can drag my other half (she is scared of hights - lol). Take a look, if only for the views.
This church is lovely. Walk up before sunset and you will get some amazing pictures.
The church sounds lovely! Will definately do that. Things like that are what we like to see and do.
Do not forget the oxygen cylinder,Well worth the effort though
Another good viewpoint is from the roof of the Occupied Famagusta Cultural Centre at Dherynia/Deryneia. You can climb up their stairs to the roof even if the Centre is closed. See http://www.deryneia.com/english/road_block.shtm
Marion
Thanks Marion! some great ideas here.
You're welcome. Also see
I'd recommend a tour to the north rather than driving yourself
I would certainly second that one - long story
The church sounds lovely! Will definately do that. Things like that are what we like to see and do.
Thanks
Jaime C
Ah well, In that case, while you're out and about, make sure you stop in Paralimni. There are some interesting things to look at and photo opportunities, including a very odd wall standing on its own with a doorway in the middle. Its dated 18something-something. I think it might have been for open air plays possibly.
I got pictures but never looked into the actual history of it. (im a pretty half-baked sight seer aren't i )
We went on a boat and BBQ trip around the coast near protaras, pernera and famagusta, (boards up all over the area but you get a discount if you book it from the Nautilus Bar in Pernera !) two boats follow each other about, lots of laughs, swimming, free scuba trial, reduced rates on other water activies.. was a great day out !
GReat ideas, thanks everyone! Will take a note of these with us
can drive to the north and visit Famagusta town which is lovely. Lots of places to eat and have a cool drink, and the old walled part of town is a must.
Once you cross the border (I think you still have to pay for extra insurance at the border) all the signs for towns are in Turkish (as is everything else) so you might be better getting a map here for the north if you're thinking of going.
You should be able to use Euro's and Sterling if you don't have Turkish Lira.
We crossed over at Pergamos and crossed back at Nicosia.
You Once you cross the border (I think you still have to pay for extra insurance at the border) all the signs for towns are in Turkish (as is everything else) so you might be better getting a map here for the north if you're thinking of going.
You should be able to use Euro's and Sterling if you don't have Turkish Lira.
We crossed over at Pergamos and crossed back at Nicosia.
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