#77 CYPRUS


Cyprus has some of the Mediterranean's bluest and brightest waters and big crowds of European package holiday tourists. So, amidst all the beautiful beaches, you're never too far from a nightclub or restaurant serving cheap drinks and food to British and Russian tourists.     


I traveled on Turkish Airlines, so I flew into Nicosia in Northern Cyprus and crossed the border south into the Republic of Cyprus with a taxi. The first destination was Paphos, which was right on the sea with a sun-soaked corniche lined with seafood restaurants. Unfortunately, as we quickly discovered, most of it was frozen salmon, king crab legs, and lobster tails. There was, however, abundant fresh octopus and calamari everywhere, so that quickly became our default meal in Cyprus: grilled, fried, salads, and more!     


Other highlights from Cyprus included a day trip to Blue Bay (complete with a BBQ on our boat!), lounging on the beach in Peyia, and exploring Pissouri and Saint George’s Bay. Enjoy!   




Paphos, Cyprus 

Fish and chips, Pelican Restaurant, Paphos

Coral Bay, Peyia

Beachtime! Pissouri Bay 

Grilled octopus, Porto Latchi

Coral Bay Peyia, Paphos

Grilled squid, Porto Latchi

Paphos beach times!

Bikinis, BBQ, and the Blue Lagoon, Latchi

Saint George Bay

Saint George Bay

Fete and tomato salad, Saint George Restaurant, Pegeia

Apollonia Holiday Apartments, Paphos

Fried calamari, St. George Restaurant, Pegeia

Pissouri Bay

Airport selfie! Ercan International Airport, Northern Cyprus

Fried calamari, O'Vrakas Taverna, Pissouri

 

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