Cyprus is an island republic in the eastern Mediterranean Sea, south of the Anatolian Peninsula. Its official name is the Republic of Cyprus. It is located south of Turkey and is the Mediterranean's third largest and third-most populated island. Cyprus experiences hot weather with temperatures reaching as high as 35°C.

Nissi Beach, located in the popular resort of Ayia Napa, is one of Cyprus' award-winning beaches. It has been awarded the blue flag for having one of the cleanest waters and spans for 500 metres. On Saturday nights, there is a full moon celebration with live music, buckets of beers, and late-night dancing! Coral Bay, located in the renowned tourist resort of Peyia municipality, is another highly-rated beach. A crescent of beautiful white sand, rugged headlands and sea caves make up the beach. If you take an interest is mythology you have to visit Aphrodite’s Rock. Petra tou Romiou, popularly known as Aphrodite's birthplace, is a sea stack near Paphos. The beauty of the surrounding environment, along with the Aphrodite's position, makes it an immensely popular tourist attraction and a must-see for anybody visiting this location.

Cyprus is ideal for both family and couple's holidays. It would also be a beautiful place to go on a girls weekend. If you have a history enthusiast in your party, they will be enthralled with the island's heritage. The King's Tombs ancient site is located 2 kilometres north of Paphos Harbour and is a UNESCO world heritage site that should not be missed when visiting Cyprus.

Ryanair operates twice-weekly flights from Dublin to Paphos, Cyprus. Abbey Travel Experts can arrange your package holiday to Cyprus that includes flights, accommodation and optional extras such as transfers and additional luggage.