Cyprus - Perfect for WinterHolidays in the Sun

After the soft lull of autumn, the cold and harsh weather of the winter soon gets us in its grips and leaves us fantasising about winter holidays in the sun. The colder European countries often seem to get overlooked by summer, yet in contrast the winter and its unpleasant ice and snow can feel almost never-ending. The good news is that there’s a perfect antidote for those winter blues – winter holidays in Cyprus are just what the doctor ordered, to catch some winter sun and lift you out from under that dark winter cloud.

Sat in the middle of the Mediterranean and flanked by three different continents, Cyprus is one of the easier to reach winter holiday destinations. While there are certainly other options, high temperatures can often be accompanied by a high price tag, but Cyprus is the ideal compromise. Winter holidays in Cyprus don't require a bank loan or full days of travelling, giving you plenty of winter sun without a proportionate amount of hassle!

The Winter Sun Awaits You

Cyprus is blessed with one of the most fantastic Mediterranean climates, and it’s only a matter of hours away for most European tourists. If you're restricted by holiday leave, you can grab a few days of winter sun in Cyprus without suffering the jetlag that comes hand in hand with further flung destinations. Its reputation as the ‘sunshine island’ is even substantiated throughout the winter, with up to 7 hours of winter sun beating down upon you every day.

A break in the winter sun won't just lift your spirits, but it will have health benefits too. Our skin absorbs essential vitamins from sunshine, so escaping the grey skies will help to rejuvenate your weary body as well as your tired mind. With winter comes other big drains on our emotional resources, such as keeping up with Christmas festive expectations - an injection of winter sun just before or just after this busy period can provide a welcome break from all of the exhausting trappings that come with the festivities.

Lots of Fun in the Winter Sun
Cyprus is becoming increasingly popular with travellers from all over the world, and this is largely due to its wide array of entertainment. Immersed in history and international cultures, you can explore ancient archaeological sites, beautiful museums, or even take part in some traditional dancing with villagers in the local square. If you're taking your winter holidays with children, there are some fantastic parks with a variety of activities for them to enjoy, such as animal parks, fun water parks or even sensational sculpture parks.

So if you're trying to shake off the cobwebs and want to bathe yourself in the winter sun, Cyprus fits the bill in terms of budget, location and the variety of options available for keeping you amused throughout your winter holidays.