The globe-trotters of modern world have quite a few destinations to choose from. There are those well known European destinations which have cold climate round the year to the hot Egypt which offers its charm of old world pyramids. Global Tourists who have already been to such celebrated destinations are always in the lookout of new and exciting place to spend some quality vacation time to get away from the daily rut, which their busy lives offer.
People in Cyprus speak excellent English. The official language is Greek. But you will not have any difficulty as a tourist. However, in the remote areas you may face some problems.
Cyprus had not adopted the Euro as its currency until 2008. But now the Euro can also be used here. The local currency is Cyprus Pounds and it is traditionally more in value than the Great British Pound. The banks over here open during the morning and there are many ATM machines all across the nation. During the festival time, especially during Easter, ATM machines run out of cash, so that is something to keep a note of. It is also fine to use credit cards and the debit cards too, as they are widely accepted. However, some shops accept only cash.
The public transport in Cyprus is limited to only buses. In town the buses run at a frequent intervals but in the rural areas the service is irregular. So it is a wise option to hire a car, and you will be able to see the nation at your own will and at a decent price. It is a great solution to explore the countryside and see various tourist destinations. There are many car rental agencies that will willingly provide you good cars and good driver policies, and you will get full tanks upon arrival.
Limmassol is yet another town that is very popular with the wine lovers. Here you can find many festivals captivating the city for the entire year. The September Wine Festival is perhaps the best known. In case you want to shop for the handicrafts, you can go to the Folk Aet Museum. Another place where you can visit is housed the 14th century castle - Cyprus Medieval Museum. The village of Amanthus has numerous excavation sites and they can quite enthralling to watch.
Cyprus has a vibrant night life. The Ayia Napa is a small town which is home to a medieval monastery and this is where all the partying takes place. The town welcomes many international DJs who keep the parties alive all round the clock. There are many bars and restaurants over there. The dancing is on a non-stop basis. However, the pubs and the bars do not open until afternoon. This should not make you feel bad as you have the entire night for you. While the party does not begin, you can go for a stroll on the beach or scuba diving. Or better still you can take a car on rent and go to the countryside.
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