Ahhh, Cyprus holidays... Home to sizzling sun, top-notch beaches, swanky resorts and delicious eats everywhere you turn.

Holidays to Cyprus 2026

• Epic mountain ranges and dreamy beaches - Where else can you go from sunbathing on the beach to hiking in the mountains all in one day? Ultimate adventure flex.

• Tasty food that'll have you drooling all the way home - Meze platters, grilled halloumi, and so much more... get ready to loosen that belt!

• Year-round sizzling temps (hello, 30°C)

• An absolute dreamland for both divers and sunbathers

🎉 3 Fun Facts About Cyprus You Didn’t Know (But Will Love)

• Love HQ – Cyprus is the official birthplace of Aphrodite, the Greek goddess of love. So, if you’re feeling extra mushy, blame it on the air.

• Wine-ing Since the Beginning – Cyprus has been producing wine for over 5,000 years. So, when you order a glass of vino, you're literally sipping on history.

• Divided Capital – Nicosia is the world’s only divided capital city - Greek Cypriots on one side, Turkish Cypriots on the other. It’s like a real-life episode of Neighbours.

If you're ALL IN on Cyprus we've got a tonne of all-inclusive Cyprus holidays for you to take a look at, or if you've made up your mind and you wanna leave, like, now, then check out our last minute Cyprus holidays.

💬 Local lingo 💬

Want to impress the locals? Or maybe just ask for more wine? Here are the essentials:

• “Kalimera!” – Good morning! 

• “Efcharisto” – Thank you!

• “Pou einai i paralia?” – Where's the beach?

• “Ena potiri krasi, parakalo” – One glass of wine, please. Trust us, you'll use this one a lot.

• "Boró na ého mía Fanta Lemon kai líga Lays, parakaló?"- That should get you your Fanta Lemon and some Lays crisps with a smile!

🏨 Where to Stay on your Cyprus holidays

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Families

• Protaras is the top family base on the island. Fig Tree Bay has calm, shallow water perfect for little ones, there are laid-back restaurants along the strip and it's close enough to Ayia Napa for a day trip without being in the middle of the party scene. Loads of all-inclusive options here too.

• Coral Bay is the other great family pick. Quiet and calm with crystal-clear water, a gorgeous sandy beach and easy access to Paphos for sightseeing and restaurants. A properly relaxed pace.

💑 Couples

• Paphos is the romantic pick. Ancient ruins, upscale restaurants, Aphrodite's Rock and some of Cyprus's best boutique hotels. The harbour area is gorgeous for evening strolls and the western coast gets the best sunsets on the island.

• Limassol suits couples who like a bit of city buzz. A lively marina, wine bars, great restaurants and a long beachfront promenade. More sophisticated than the eastern resorts and a good base for wine tours in the Troodos foothills.

🎉 Groups

• Ayia Napa is the obvious group pick. Legendary nightlife with clubs, beach bars and boat parties running from May through October. Nissi Beach during the day, the strip at night. Cyprus's answer to Ibiza.

• Nissi Beach specifically is where the daytime action is - turquoise shallows, watersports and beach parties that roll from afternoon into evening. Most of the group-friendly hotels are within walking distance.

What are the best beaches in Cyprus?

Beaches and Cyprus holidays go hand-in-hand... it's just science. Holiday science, that is. We know no other kind. From the most stunning little bays where it's nothing but soft sand and the swoosh of the ocean, to lively party spots with all the daiquiri-fuelled dancing you could wish for, here are some of the best beaches in Cyprus to check out during your stay:

• Nissi Beach - the go-to beach in Ayia Napa, with soft sands, shallow waters, a bunch of watersports, and a delicious little beach café. Just be sure to get in early if this place tickles your pickle, because the sunbeds fill up fast. We warned you.

• Fig Tree Bay - a family fave in Protaras, with calm waters perfect for a cheeky swim or snorkel, paragliding and kayaking opportunities, and a rocky viewpoint for the best sunset views

• Coral Bay - a popular swim spot with sunbeds and parasols to rent, lifeguards on duty, a café for drinks and snacks, and handy facilities like showers and loos

• Mackenzie Beach - a wide strip of beach right near Larnaca Airport (great for all you plane-spotters), with shallow water ideal for the kids, tons of beachfront restaurants, and a breezy promenade lined with shops

• Konnos Bay - decked out with the softest, lightest sands, clear, calm waters perfect for swimming and snorkelling, watersports, and a kiosk café (with the best views, might we add), plus handy facilities like changing rooms and public loos

• Lara Bay - an absolute stunner of a beach - a bit off-the-beaten-track, known for its turtle conservation efforts and lush scenery

Top hotels to stay at on your holidays to Cyprus

Sure, the beaches are the main event of any holibobs, but there are some proper top hotels in Cyprus to take your trip from standard to swanky in a jiffy. Whether you're after a luxury retreat, a comfy and cosy cheap holiday, a big ol' family-friendly resort, or even just a last-minute break anywhere you can get - there's something for everyone around here. Our advice? Give these a go:

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Families

• Olympic Lagoon Resort Ayia Napa - A 5-star all-inclusive with seven themed pools (including a lazy river and waterslides), a kids' club with NVQ-qualified staff, a teens zone and seven restaurants with a dine-around concept. Has a dedicated adults-only section too, so parents can escape for an evening. Near Landa and Nissi beaches in Ayia Napa.

• Corallia Beach - A solid family pick in Coral Bay with an outdoor pool, kids' section, games centre, tennis courts and a buffet restaurant. Walking distance to the beach with calm, shallow water. Good value for the Paphos area.

• Atlantica Sungarden Beach - Halfway between Ayia Napa's nightlife and the sandy beaches, with two pools, a health club and a choice of restaurants. Works for families who want easy access to both the beach and the town without being in the thick of the party scene.

💑 Couples

• Azia Resort and Spa - A 5-star in Paphos with an award-winning spa, adults-only pool with hydro-massage jets, six restaurants (including an adults-only tree deck restaurant) and seafront sunset views. Ranked #1 in its area on TripAdvisor.

• Grecian Park Hotel - A 5-star perched on the edge of Cape Greco National Park near Protaras with stunning sea views, a Japanese restaurant, Italian restaurant and spa. Five minutes from both Ayia Napa and Protaras but feels a world away.

• Cavo Maris Beach - A beachside hotel near Protaras with roomy suites, sea views, a pool and a relaxed atmosphere. A good mid-range couples' pick away from the party resorts.

🎉 Groups

• Pavlo Napa Hotel - A family-run all-inclusive right on the beachfront in Ayia Napa with a pool, bar and walking distance to the strip. Informal atmosphere and a central location that makes it a good base for groups who want the beach by day and the clubs by night.

• Atlantica Sungarden Beach - Also works well for groups. Two pools, a health club with gym and steam room, and positioned between Ayia Napa's nightlife and the beaches. Close enough to walk to the strip.

✨ Luxury

• Azia Resort and Spa - Also a top luxury pick. The spa is award-winning, the tree deck restaurant is a unique dining experience, and the seafront setting in Paphos gives you proper five-star Mediterranean atmosphere. Three pools including an adults-only infinity option.

• Grecian Bay Hotel - A 5-star on what's often called the most beautiful sandy beach in Cyprus, with Mediterranean Sea views, multiple restaurants and a 10-minute walk from Ayia Napa village. Bungalows and suites available.

💰 Value

• Avlida - A pool that winds through the whole resort, a beach 10 minutes' walk away, a lounge bar with live music and a kids' club. Good value in the Paphos area without compromising on facilities.

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🗺️ Cyprus Holidays 2026/2027 - Travel Guide

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Things to do for Families

• 🎢 WaterWorld near Ayia Napa is an Ancient Greece-themed waterpark with slides, a wave pool and a lazy river. One of the biggest in Europe and a guaranteed full day out that kids of all ages love.

• 🐢 Lara Bay on the western coast is a protected turtle nesting beach - quieter and more natural than the resort beaches. A brilliant day trip for families who want something different from the pool.

• 🏛️ The Tombs of the Kings in Paphos are a UNESCO World Heritage Site with underground tombs carved into solid rock. Kids find it genuinely exciting to explore and it's free to enter.

• 🍦 The Protaras strip is lined with ice cream shops, family restaurants and mini golf spots. Fig Tree Bay is right there for afternoon swimming and the whole area feels safe and walkable.

💑 Things to do for Couples

• 🌅 Petra tou Romiou (Aphrodite's Rock) near Pissouri is the legendary birthplace of the goddess of love. Visit at sunset for properly dramatic photos and a romantic atmosphere.

• 🍷 The Troodos Mountains are home to Cyprus's wine country - book a vineyard tour from Limassol and taste Commandaria, one of the oldest named wines in the world, still produced using methods dating back over 800 years.

• 🏺 Emira Pottery in Larnaca lets you do a hands-on pottery session together - the Ghost moment, but in the Cypriot sunshine. You get to keep what you make.

• 🍽️ Meze is the ultimate couples' dining experience in Cyprus - a seemingly never-ending procession of small dishes from halloumi and hummus through to grilled meats, fresh fish and loukoumades (Cypriot honey doughnuts). Order one to share and settle in for a long evening at a harbour-front taverna.

🎉 Things to do for Groups

• 🎶 Ayia Napa's nightlife runs from May through October with clubs open until dawn. CarWash Disco for cheesy throwback nights, Senior Frog's for wild party vibes, and CherryBay for open-air dancing. The strip is walkable and drinks are reasonable.

• 🏖️ Nissi Beach is the daytime HQ for groups - turquoise water, watersports, foam parties and beach bars with DJs. Get there early for sunbeds.

• 🚤 Boat parties run from Ayia Napa harbour with DJs, drinks and swimming stops at sea caves and Blue Lagoon. The Black Pearl Pirate Ship is properly good fun.

• 🏄 Pissouri Beach is a Blue Flag beach with watersports including sailing, scuba diving and jet skis. A good group day out if you want something more active than lying on the sand.

🌍 More Greek Islands

• Crete - Greece's biggest island with gorges, beach resorts, Samaria Gorge hiking and brilliant food from Heraklion to Chania

• Rhodes - a medieval Old Town, golden beaches in Faliraki and the stunning clifftop village of Lindos

• Corfu - the greenest Greek island with Venetian architecture, family-friendly beaches and Durrell country

• Santorini - iconic caldera sunsets, whitewashed clifftop villages and the most romantic views in the Mediterranean

• Mykonos - windmills, whitewashed streets and legendary beach club nightlife

• Kos - laid-back island with long sandy beaches, ancient Greek ruins and a proper chilled-out atmosphere

• Kefalonia - dramatic coastlines, Myrtos Beach and Captain Corelli's island

• Zante - Shipwreck Beach, turtle spotting and Laganas nightlife

🌍 More Mainland Greece

• Athens - the Acropolis, Parthenon, rooftop bars and a buzzing food scene in the capital

• Halkidiki - three pine-backed peninsulas of crystal-clear water and family-friendly beaches on the mainland

• Peloponnese - off-the-beaten-track ancient sites, stunning coastline and authentic Greek life without the crowds

• Preveza - gateway to Parga and the lush Ionian coastline on the western mainland