Destinations

If we’re after one mountain village in Cyprus that feels good without a packed plan, Omodos is a strong choice. The streets are pretty, the square is easy to settle into, and there is enough to do without turning the day into a march. This Omodos village guide suits travellers who want coffee, a gentle

Cyprus drew me in before I even landed. Four and a half hours from a grey British morning, the coast appears below the plane window looking improbably blue, and the warm air hits the moment the doors open. That combination — short flight, serious sunshine, proper history, and genuinely good food — is why this

Cyprus surprises us in winter. We can leave grey UK skies behind in the morning and be walking by the sea a few hours later, yet snow may be sitting on the Troodos peaks that same week. That contrast is the real draw. Cyprus in winter is not a classic beach holiday — read more

Grey skies at home can make any patch of winter sun look tempting — see our guide to Cyprus in December. If we are asking whether Cyprus is warm in winter, the short answer is yes, compared with the UK. On the coast, we can get bright days in the high teens, outdoor lunches, and