Keith Barrett

The perfect holiday in Cyprus

Cyprus is one of the most popular destinations in the Mediterranean, thanks in no small part to its climate. Located at the eastern end of the Mediterranean Sea, it is in one of the more exotic parts of Europe.

Despite being part of the European Union, its geographical location puts Cyprus on the periphery of Europe, bordering on the Middle East. Despite past tensions, chiefly between Turkey and Greece, the island now attracts a booming tourist trade.

For a visit in the middle of summer, I packed for warm weather. With hot, dry summer months, Cyprus is a sun lover dream. It soon became clear that suntan lotion was an absolute necessity.

The factor of lotion that you should use will very much depend on your skin and how easily you burn. I opted for a high factor and was glad that I did so.

A slight breeze was in evidence some days on the beach and that can lull you into a false sense of security. With the air moving, the day seems somewhat cooler than it really is.

Don't make the mistake of under estimating the strength of the sun.

My hotel was to a high standard, as were most of the surrounding hotels. All appeared to have at least one swimming pool - perfect for cooling off during the day.

With warm weather, good service and friendly people, there was much to love about the island. Hiring a car and taking a trip inland meant that I got to see a bit more of the region.

Although tourism dominates in the coastal resorts, the inland regions tend to have a more traditional lifestyle. It was noticeable that the countryside seemed much greener here too, particularly in the mountainous interior.

There's much to enjoy about Cyprus, whether you want to relax on the beach or get out and about to see more of the country.

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