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Required travel documents for Cyprus

Required travel documents for Cyprus: passport/identity card [...]

Electric power

Electric power: 240V / 50 Hz [...]

Area code to Cyprus

Area code to Cyprus: +357 [...]

Stamps in Cyprus

A stamp which has been bought in the country which is a part of the EU can
be used only within the area of this country. Even if it has been paid for
in euro.

Sending a postcard to another country, which is also a part of the EU, you< [...]

A town of two faces...

The center of Ayia Napa is wild during July/August, the nightlife is fantastic and the place is buzzing until 6am (and later). If you want peace and quiet, try to get a hotel or apartment on the outskirts of the town, also try to check if the hotel is an [...]

Avoid the "haggling system"

After a 5 hour flight I detest the system of haggling the price of a taxi fare, and you're brave (or foolhardy) to jump in a Cypriot taxi without knowing the price in advance. Yes, there are meters, but.... It's worth booking your airport transfer taxi [...]

The Folk Arts Museum

An 18th century house on the Kyrenia harbour which is now used as a Folk Arts Museum. On the ground floor there are olive presses, a primitive plow, a loom, jugs, and a flail. On the upper floor there are samples of traditional handicraft: crochet, bed co [...]

Deniz Kizi

This sheltered bay is kept clean, and offers a variety of water sports including windsurfing, parascending, water skiing, and inflatable fun rafts for smaller children. Deck chairs are available for hire, and there are also toilet and shower facilities. [...]

Sunset Beach

It is adjacent to the Altinkaya fish restaurant. The sandy beach is well protected and ideal for tiny tots. Toilets and showers are available, and there is a bar and restaurant. [...]

Alakadi Beach

There are no facilities, so you have to bring your own refreshments, including water, and avoid leaving litter. [...]