Life has been a little off kilter for a while now, so this is the perfect time to escape and have some fun.
Travelling abroad may seem a bit daunting for many, so why not take advantage of what’s right in front of you. Whether you’re looking for activities and thrills or just want to take some well deserved time out to sunbathe by the pool whilst sipping on a cocktail, you’ve got everything you need, right here on your Paphos doorstep.
Book yourself a few days in a 5 star hotel
We’ve been cooped up for so long, with many of us missing out on holidays over the last 15 months, so now is the time to treat yourself to a little bit of luxury!
Enjoy the decadence of the Elysium Hotel. This beautiful location makes it easy to unwind and lose yourself in some much needed pampering. Watch the sun set while enjoying a signature cocktail on the terrace. Surround yourself in luxury and recharge your batteries by taking advantage of the in-house spa facilities before getting ready for an evening of culinary delights in one of the on site restaurants, offering delicious international cuisine.
Looking for something a little more secluded, then head on over to the Anassa Hotel in Neo Chorio. Relaxing here is easy, from the Thalassa spa, to languishing by the pool, or if you want a little bit of adventure, sailing and diving trips are easily accessible in the nearby Latchi.
Take a wine tour and sample the delights of Cyprus
As Cyprus has been making wine for thousands of years, it stands to reason that you should make some time to visit some of the vineyards here in Paphos. Try Fikardos wine tour and tasting in Mesogi (bookings essential in line with covid guidelines), or perhaps a little further out to Tsangarides Winery in Lemona for their award winning wines. Book your wine tasting and food platter and enjoy whilst staring out at the stunning views over the Paphos countryside.
Meet you at the 19th hole
Paphos is a golfer’s dream come true. The lush greens of Aphrodite Hills gives you the perfect day out, with luxury amenities that will leave you feeling like a superstar as you tee off into the endless view of the Mediterranean, or perhaps jump in your golf cart and explore the stunning Elea Course, designed by Sir Nick Faldo back in 2010. It’s no wonder that Paphos is on many a Golfer’s bucket list.
Dive right in
Take a leaf from nonogenrian Ray Woolley, the 96 year old world record breaking diver, and get in your wetsuit and explore all the underwater delights of Paphos. There are many dive centres to choose from in Paphos, Coral Bay and Latchi, where you can head to exquisite dive sites like Pistol Bay, Sea Caves, Cynthiana and many more beautiful and adventurous locations, and, if you’ve got the time, perhaps go for the PADI open water diver course, not only will you have fun, but actually learn along the way.
Want to stay above water, then opt for some of the exhilarating water sports like jet skiing, stand up paddle boarding, parasailing, or rent a speed boat and just take to the waves!
History buffs, we have you covered
Visit the mosaics and ancient ruins within the UNESCO World Heritage Sites at Paphos Archeological Park and the Tombs of the Kings. Immerse yourself in the great historic culture of Cyprus. Take a drive up to Agios Neophytos Monastery for the beautiful views and enjoy the peace and tranquility as you wander around the site. Paphos has a great number of beautiful churches and of course there is always the Paphos Harbour Castle, grabbing a drink at the harbour and sitting outside with this as your back drop has to be a holiday must!
A taste of Cyprus
One of the best things about Paphos has to be its food. It has become a real haven for foodies looking to feast on a gut busting mezze or for those who perhaps fancy something slightly more exotic, there are restaurants offering world wide fare.
Paphos also has a new accolade to it’s name, it’s now a fantastic place for vegans to have a top notch culinary experience, with The Windmill offering a taste sensation in their vegan mezze and also Meraki Cafe (recently named in the Telegraph newspaper as one of the best Cyprus Restaurants worth knowing about) and their colourful and delicious plant based menu, just to name a couple. So now you don’t just have to choose the salad and chips!
Live the Beach Life
Pack your favourite book and sun cream and head to one of the glorious beaches of Paphos, choose from Coral Bay, Geroskipou, Petra tou Romiou (Aphrodite’s Rock), Latchi and for those with 4×4 vehicles then Lara Beach is a beautiful location for a day of lazing around in the sun and dipping your toes in the turquoise blue sea!
So, whatever your ideal holiday looks like, Paphos has it all. The perfect location for a family holiday, a romantic getaway or a weekend with friends making cherished memories to last a lifetime.
