Want to book the ultimate vacation to Cyprus? If yes, then you have come to the right place.
The third largest island in the Mediterranean, Cyprus is a popular vacation destination for families, couples and singles alike.
Whether you are visiting Cyprus for the first time, or you have been before but want to make your next visit even better, the below blog promises to help you plan the perfect vacation in Cyprus whatever your budget.
Set a realistic budget
Although you will have prepaid for most elements of your trip in advance, such as the flights and accommodation, you still need to set a daily spending budget.
As a general rule, you should budget around €100 per person, per day, although it is possible to get by on just €75 a day but you will need to be a bit more careful with your spending.
Of course, how much you decide to take will be dependent on the types of activities you want to do and whether your food is included in your choice of accommodation.
Alternatively, if you have been to Cyprus before and you fell in love with this beautiful island, you could save money on renting and look for villas for sale in Cyprus.
Choose when you want to go
Although most travelers assume that the summer is the best time to visit Cyprus, this is not necessarily true. Of course, if you want to spend your vacation soaking up the sun on the beach, then the summer months are the ideal time to go.
However, with so many other things to and explore in Cyprus, you may want to consider visiting at other times of the year when the crowds are less dense, and the flights and hotels are cheaper.
For example, if you like to hike, then September and October are great months to go, or if you love festivals opt for March.
Plan what you want to do
Yes, spontaneity is important when on vacation but if you have specific sights that you want to see or local attractions that you want to enjoy, then a little bit of forward planning is a must.
When it comes to things to do in Cyprus, you are spoilt for choice with options for all ages. Whether you want to spend the day at a local water park, soak up some culture at a museum or sample the local cuisine.
Arrange transportation
Although some countries boast a very good public transport system, Cyprus is unfortunately not one of them. Although it has improved vastly in recent years, if you want to visit any smaller villages or get off the beaten track, you will need to arrange your own transportation.
Your best choice is to rent a car, or alternatively you could use taxis to get you from A to B but this can prove to be expensive.
Fun facts about Cyprus:
If you weren’t already convinced about going here are some fun facts to tempt you:
- It is the original island of love
- It boasts the world’s oldest wine label
- Its national symbol is a very shy sheep
- It has some of the best diving sites in the world