Getting to Cyprus, getting around, where to stay, and the best time to visit.
UK visitors can usually drive in Cyprus on a full UK licence, but local speed limits, roundabouts, parking and insurance rules can catch newcomers out. Here’s what to check before picking up the keys.
If we’re planning a mountain escape in Cyprus, the simplest answer is clear. Spring, especially March to May, is the best time to visit the Troodos Mountains for most trips. That’s when we get mild weather, greener views and the easiest conditions for walking, sightseeing and village stops. Autumn is a close second, while summer
undefined Getting around safely: roads, taxis and public transport — see our full Cyprus travel guide for UK visitors Transport is one of the bigger practical risks — winter travel is especially smooth, see our Cyprus in winter guide in Cyprus for many visitors. For a lot of us, road safety matters more than crime
undefined Car hire, buses and taxis: which airport is easier on arrival? The best arrival airport also depends — see our full Cyprus travel guide for UK visitors on how we plan to move around once we are there — our best beaches guide helps plan the rest of the trip. If we are driving,
Cyprus is one of the easiest holidays UK travellers can book. Direct flights from most major airports take around four and a half hours, the island runs on euros and Type G plugs, they drive on the left, and English is spoken almost everywhere. For a first trip, the practical friction is minimal. What this
Paphos is one of those places where good intentions get scrambled by heat, midday queues, and the realisation at 2pm that you’ve done things in the wrong order. The ancient sites are exposed and shadeless. The harbour is best at 7pm, not 1pm. The inland villages need a car and an early start. Get the