Beautiful places, perfect climate, quick visa opportunity, amazing food, warm and clean sea, budget holidays - this is all about Cyprus. Cyprus is truly one of the world's best resorts. Plus, the salts of the Mediterranean Sea have medicinal properties, so the island is perfect for the treatment and recovery of sick children.
For parents who are going to spend a vacation in this wonderful place, questions often arise: which part of Cyprus to go with children? How to choose a place to stay so that it is comfortable for both adults and babies? Indeed, there are a lot of resorts in Cyprus and each of them has its own characteristics, which must be taken into account for a comfortable and safe children's holiday.
Best resorts for young children with sandy beaches
Cyprus recently became part of the European Union, but today it is already felt that this is a real European resort. Most of the hotels are comfortable and equipped with everything you need. The inhabitants of the island are hospitable, as they say, they love Russians. It is a safe island: robberies are rare in cities, and the sea is not teeming with dangerous animals. AND sandy beaches with a shallow entrance seem to have been created to make children as comfortable as possible.
All hotels are equipped for families with children: there are children's entertainment programs, swimming pools, playgrounds, cribs and high chairs. Most hotels have a buffet that caters to children of all ages.
Most restaurants have a children's menu, the adult cuisine is mostly Greek, but there are also European dishes.
If necessary, you can buy goods for children in stores; in every city there is a fairly large selection of grocery stores.
The swimming season is quite long: it lasts from May to November.
But the end of May and June is best for relaxation: not so hot, the water temperature is 27 degrees. At this time, even people with heart problems and respiratory diseases can visit the island.
It is sultry in Cyprus in July, the air temperature can reach 40 degrees.... Water - up to 30. During this period, it is better to spend most of the time in the water, and not outdoors.
At this time, as never before, you should adhere to the basic rules of tanning: we tan before 12 noon and after 16 noon. You can relax with children in July, but older people are better off abandoning such a trip.
October is also a great period for families with children. The air temperature at this time is about 25 degrees.
During this period, the main vegetables and fruits ripen in Cyprus, which is the biggest plus of being on the island.
In October, Cyprus hosts the most important holidays: Greece Day and Independence Day. It is in this month that most tour operators reduce their prices for tours.
It is advisable to go to Cyprus for at least two weeks. After all, a child after a climate change must have time to undergo acclimatization and get used to new conditions. Therefore, it is not worth planning a trip to the island in winter.
We wrote about the best hotels in Cyprus in another article. It is believed that the best resorts in Cyprus for young children are Protaras and Ayia Napa.
Protaras
It is a small and picturesque village with many hotels of different price categories. It is in this resort that the famous beach - Fig Tree Bay is located. This sandy beach is clean and comfortable, as if it was made for children.
Especially for them, the entire village is equipped with all sorts of entertainment: a water park, an aquarium with a penguin house, a singing fountain show, all sorts of cafes and restaurants, but you will find even more entertainment in the neighboring village of Ayia Napa.
Plus, this village is quiet: there are not many noisy bars and discos, fewer tourists. Therefore, for those who come to have fun, such a resort is not suitable. There are almost no sights in this village, you will have to go to neighboring settlements for them.
The swimming season starts in April and ends in October. It is very hot in the resort from July to August, so it is better not to come to Protaras during this period.
Top hotels in Protaras:
- Sunrise pearl & spa 5 *;
- Constantinos the Great 5 *
- The Golden Coast Beach Hotel 4 *;
- Crystal Springs Beach Hotel 4 *;
- Capo Bay 4 *;
- Sunrise Beach 4 *
A budget option:
- Vrissaki Beach Hotel 3 *.
- Pernera Beach Hotel.
Ayia Napa
This is one of those resorts that everyone will love: moms, dads, older children and younger ones. Life at this resort is in full swing day and night. Teens and adults alike will find entertainment in a wide variety of bars, restaurants and clubs. Children - in water parks and attractions. This village is ideal for lovers of cultural recreation: it is here that most of the island's attractions are located.
The swimming season in Ayia Napa lasts from May to November... It should be noted that this is the most expensive resort on the island and the most populous. If you want peace and quiet, then it is better not to choose this resort; the neighboring village of Protaras will be a suitable solution.
Top hotels in Ayia Napa:
- Atlantica Aeneas Resort & Spa 5 *;
- Nissi Beach 4 *;
- Adams Beach 5 *.
A budget option:
- River Rock Hotel 3 *.
Other popular resorts
Larnaca
This is the oldest village on the island. For those who want not only to have a wonderful vacation, but also to learn something new, this resort is ideal. It is here that many ancient monuments have gathered. But there are not so many clubs, bars and restaurants.
The sea is quite shallow, which is good for young children, but not so good for adults: after all, you can't even really dive. The swimming season lasts from June to October.
The prices for a tour to Larnaca are reasonable, even a hotel with a small number of stars will be quite decent for a good stay.
Top hotels in Larnaca:
- Golden Tulip Golden Bay Beach Hotel 5 *;
- Palm Beach 4 *;
- Achilleos City Hotel 2 *.
A budget option:
- Rise Hotel 3 *.
Limassol
This is one of the oldest villages in Cyprus. There are also a lot of attractions here, to see which people come from all over the world.... Limassol is a great place for those children who are just starting to learn to swim: the beaches in the village are sandy, the entrance to the sea is shallow, the sea bottom is shallow.
The swimming period is from June to October. Housing prices are reasonable here, you can rent a whole cottage inexpensively.
Plus, it was at this resort that most of the Russian-speaking residents of Cyprus gathered.
Top hotels in Limassol:
- Le Meridien Limassol Spa & Resort 5 *;
- Four Seasons 5 *;
- Mediterranean Beach 4 *.
A budget option:
- Kapetanios Odyssia 3 *.
Pathos
But Paphos is considered an elite resort. Suitable for a relaxing holiday with the family. There is practically no entertainment for young people in this place. It is here that you rarely meet Russian tourists.
There is also a long swimming season, from May to November.
Top hotels in Paphos:
- Coral Beach Hotel & Resort 5 *;
- Elysium 5 *;
- Amphora Hotel & Suites 4 *.
A budget option:
- Cynthiana Beach Hotel 3 *.
Entertainment
Cyprus has not only the famous Dancing Fountain Show in Protaras, but also many other entertainment for children of all ages: water parks, zoos and other attractions.
Water parks
Fasouri Watermania in Limassol
This is the most famous water park in Cyprus. There is the famous "Kamikaze Mountain", a sea water simulator, a water bungee. For those who are not very fond of cool rides, you can choose a quiet river, on which they move on cheesecakes. Kids may enjoy the fun peeling with gara rufu fish.
Aphrodite in Paphos
It is a member of the European Water Parks Association. It is here that you can find unique slides, 23 pieces, which are located among mountain landscapes. In this park, a whole playground has been created, where copies of adult slides are presented, only for small children. Adults will be pleased with a slide with zero gravity, where a person is delayed in flight for several seconds, and then rolls at a speed of up to 40 km / h.
Waterworld in Ayia Napa
It is the largest theme park in Cyprus. The water park is unique in that everything here is permeated with mythology, for example, huge slides named after the gods of Olympus. Girls will be delighted by the "Aphrodite's Bath" pool, where they can relax and refresh themselves after riding the slides.
Fun Park Waterpark in Protaras
The smallest park with only eight slides. It is he who is recommended more for small children, because here the child will not get lost among a large number of people.
Zoos
In Limassol
This is a small but very cozy zoo. He is very photogenic, it is here that most of the beautiful photos from Cyprus are taken. Little hippos and monkeys, pink flamingos, crocodiles - this is not the whole list of animals and birds that live in this zoo. There are no age restrictions for going to this zoo, but children over 12 years old may not be very interested in such a pastime.
In Paphos
It is considered the largest in Cyprus. There are large sea turtles, white lion, albino kangaroos, Siberian tigers, giraffes, peacocks - this variety of animals will please not only children, but also adults. There is a daily parrot show that will appeal to even the most fastidious tourists.
Camel park in Mazotos (20 km. From Larnaca)
There are a large number of camels, many restaurants and swimming pools, so you can spend the whole day in such a park. Here you can ride and feed camels, and there are usually few tourists here, mainly residents of Cyprus come here.
Attractions
Luna Park Parko Paliatso in Ayia Napa
The largest park on the island with an area of 25 thousand square meters. m. There are more than 25 different kinds of attractions: carting, Viking swing, roller coaster and others.
Luna Park Lucky Park in Larnaca
It is located far from the center of Larnaca, but it is worth going there. Here you can find all the attractions familiar to tourists: carting, roller coasters, monorails and carousels. In addition, there is a train safari in this park, this attraction will appeal to little children, because they will ride with their parents through the picturesque surroundings of the park. Older children will be able to choose a rope park, where they will need to go through all sorts of tests.
Luna Park and Galactica Entertainment in Limassol
In "Galaxy" you can spend the whole day. It is here that a bowling alley with 24 lanes, a large hall with video games and billiards for adults and children are presented. In addition, this amusement park has 70 attractions for adults and children.
Interactive Archimedes Museum in Limassol
Here you can entertain and educate your child: 21 play areas with the ability to conduct experiments will help with this. This museum features laser and mirror labyrinths, various quests and puzzles. Entertainment can be found not only for small children, but also for adults.
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