Where better to relax with children in Cyprus?
Beautiful places, an ideal climate, a quick opportunity to get a visa, amazing food, a warm and clean sea, budget holidays are all about Cyprus. Cyprus is truly one of the world's best resorts. Plus, the salts of the Mediterranean have healing properties, so the island is perfect for the treatment and rehabilitation of sick children.
For parents who are going to spend their holidays in this wonderful place, very often there are questions: which part of Cyprus to go with children to? How to choose a place to stay so that it is comfortable for both adult children and babies? Indeed, there are a lot of resorts in Cyprus and each of them has its own characteristics that must be taken into account for a comfortable and safe children's holiday.
The best resorts for young children with sandy beaches
Cyprus has recently become part of the European Union, but already today it is felt that this is a true European resort. Most hotels are comfortable and equipped with everything necessary. The inhabitants of the island are hospitable, as they say, Russians love. This is a safe island: in the cities seldom there are cases of robberies, the sea is not teeming with dangerous living creatures. BUT sandy beaches with shallow entrances seem to be designed to make children as comfortable as possible.
All hotels are equipped for families with children: there are children's entertainment programs, swimming pools, playgrounds, cots and high chairs. Most hotels have a buffet where meals for children of all ages are presented.
Most restaurants have a children's menu, adult cuisine is mostly Greek, but there are also European dishes.
If necessary, in the shops you can buy products for children, in each city there is a fairly large selection of grocery stores.
The swimming season is rather long: it lasts from May to November.
But the end of May and June is best for rest: not so hot, the water temperature is 27 degrees. Even people with heart problems and respiratory problems can visit the island at this time.
In July, Cyprus is hot, the temperature can reach 40 degrees. Waters - up to 30. During this period, it is better to spend most of the time in the water, rather than outdoors.
At this time, more than ever, you should follow the basic rules of sunburn: we sunbathe before 12 o'clock and after 16 o'clock in the afternoon. Vacationing with children in July is possible, but for older people it is better to refuse such a trip.
October is also a great time for holidays with children. The air temperature at this time is about 25 degrees.
During this period, basic vegetables and fruits ripen in Cyprus, which is the biggest advantage of staying on the island.
In October, the most important holidays take place in Cyprus: Day Greece and Independence Day. This month, most tour operators reduce prices for tours.
It is advisable to go to Cyprus for at least two weeks. After all, the child after the climate change must have time to pass acclimatization and get used to the new conditions. Therefore, you should not plan a trip to the island in winter.
ABOUT the best hotels of Cyprus we wrote in another article. It is believed that the best resorts of Cyprus for young children - this Protaras and Ayia Napa.
Protaras
This is a small and picturesque village with many hotels of different price categories. This resort is located on the famous beach - Fig Tree Bay. This sandy beach is clean and well-maintained, as if created for children.
Especially for them, the whole village is equipped with various kinds of entertainment: a water park, an aquarium with a penguin house, a singing fountain show, various cafes and restaurants, but even more entertainment can be found in the neighboring village of Ayia Napa.
Plus, in this village is quiet: not so many noisy bars and discos, fewer tourists. Therefore, for those who come to have fun, this resort is not suitable. Even in this village there are almost no sights, they will have to go to neighboring settlements.
The swimming season starts in April, ends in October. From July to August the resort is very hot, so it’s better not to come to Protaras during this period.
Best 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 like: moms, dads, older children and younger ones. Life at this resort is boiling day and night. Teens and adults will find entertainment in a large number of bars, restaurants and clubs. Children - in water parks and attractions. This village is also ideal for lovers of cultural recreation: it is here that most of the attractions of the island are located.
The swimming season in Ayia Napa lasts from May to November. It is worth noting that this is the most expensive resort on the island and the most populous. If you want peace and relaxation, then this resort is better not to choose, the neighboring village of Protaras will be the appropriate solution.
Best 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 of the island. For those who want to not only have a wonderful rest, but also learn something new, this resort is ideal. It was here that gathered a lot of ancient monuments. But clubs, bars and restaurants are not so many.
The sea is rather shallow - this is good for small children, but not so good for adults: after all, even diving will not work. The swimming season lasts from June to October.
Prices for a tour to Larnaca are acceptable, even a hotel with a small number of stars will be very decent for a good holiday.
Best 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 of Cyprus. There are also a lot of attractions, people come from all over the world to see.. 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 bottom of the sea is shallow.
The swimming period is from June to October. House prices are acceptable here, you can inexpensively rent a whole cottage.
Plus, the majority of Russian-speaking residents of Cyprus gathered at this resort.
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 your family. In this place there is almost no entertainment for young people. 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
In Cyprus there is not only the famous dancing fountain show in Protaras, but also many other attractions 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”, an imitator of sea waters, and a water bungee. For those who are not very fond of cool rides, you can choose a quiet river, which move on cheesecakes. Babies may like a funny peeling fish Gara Ruff.
Aphrodite in Paphos
He is a member of the European Water Parks Association. It is here that you can find unique slides, 23 pieces, which are located among the mountain landscapes. In this park, an entire playground has been created, where copies of adult slides are presented, only for small children. Adults will be pleased with a slide with gravity zero, where for a few seconds a person lingers in flight and then rolls at a speed of up to 40 km / h.
Waterworld in Ayia Napa
This is the largest theme park in Cyprus. The water park is unique in that everything is permeated with mythology, for example, huge slides, named after the gods of Olympus. Girls will enjoy the swimming pool "Bath of Aphrodite", where you can relax and cool off after a ride on a rollercoaster.
Fun Park Waterpark in Protaras
The smallest park, there are only eight slides. It is recommended more for young 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 make the most beautiful photos from Cyprus. Small 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 this pastime may not be very interesting for children over 12 years old.
In paphos
It is considered the largest in Cyprus. There are big sea turtles, white lion, albino kangaroo, Siberian tiger, giraffe, peacocks - such a variety of animals will appeal not only to children, but also to adults. A parrot show is held here every day, which 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 pools, so you can spend a whole day in such a park. Here you can ride and feed the camels, but there are usually few tourists here, mostly Cyprus residents come here.
Amusement rides
Luna Park Parko Paliatso in Ayia Napa
The largest park on the island of 25 thousand square meters. m. There are more than 25 different attractions: karting, Viking swings, roller coasters and others.
Lucky Park Larnaca Larnaca
It is located far from the center of Larnaca, but it is worth going there. Here are collected all the usual tourist attractions: karting, roller coasters, monorails and carousels. In addition, in this park there is a safari on the train, such an attraction will be enjoyed by small children, because they, along with their parents, will ride through the picturesque surroundings of the park. Older children will be able to choose a rope park where they will have to undergo various tests.
Amusement Park and Galactica Entertainment Entertainment Center in Limassol
In the "Galaxy" can spend the whole day. This is where the bowling with 24 lanes, a large hall with video games and billiards for adults and children. In addition, this amusement park has 70 attractions for adults and children.
Interactive Museum Archimedes in Limassol
Here you can entertain and educate the child: 21 play zones with the ability to conduct experiments will help with this. This museum presents laser and mirror labyrinths, a variety of quests and puzzles. Entertainment can be found not only for small children, but also for adults.
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