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]]>The most remote beach in all of Cyprus, Golden Beach is located on the far northeastern coastline of the island. Far from the hustle and bustle of the city, this beach is the ideal place to breathe in the salty sea air and unwind. In addition to enjoying the sensation of lying atop the soft golden sand, you may also catch a glimpse of wildlife in the distance such as loggerhead turtles and wild donkeys.
Home to the Petra tou Romiou (Aphrodite’s Rock), this is the beach where mythology and relaxation meet. According to legend, the Greek goddess Aphrodite first emerged from the sea from this very spot. When you’re done relaxing on the beach, there are plenty of great lookout spots to capture the perfect holiday Instagram snapshot.
Just a 20-minute drive from the vibrant city of Paphos, Coral Bay is ideal if you’re looking for a mix of relaxation and entertainment. In addition to its ideal waters for swimming, this beach has an array of loungers, umbrellas, and even water sports equipment for rent. There are also plenty of restaurants in the vicinity to satisfy your appetite.
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]]>If you are coming from the U.S., you won’t need a visa to enter Cyprus as a tourist. The only requirement is that you have a valid passport and won’t stay in the country for more than 90 days. Visitors from Europe, Central America, and South America also don’t need visas.
The thing you should know about Cyprus is that the island itself is divided into two parts. The south and west part of the island is under the control of the Republic of Cyprus, while the east and north are under the control of the self-declared Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus. You can freely travel between the two sides, although you will have to pass through a few checkpoints along the way.
Those looking to explore the island will most likely rent a car, which is the most convenient way to get around. If you are looking to go down this route, keep in mind that cars drive on the left in Cyprus. This fact might seem scary at first, but you’ll get accustomed in a few hours.
Cyprus is one of the rare tourist destinations where you’ll encounter great weather regardless of the time of the year. The island has up to 340 sunny days a year, and there are rare occasions during winter and early spring when you could encounter some rain.
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]]>Hayden’s second cookbook, Taverna: Recipes from a Cypriot Kitchen, is an homage to the Cypriot kitchen she grew up in. Based in North London, she recalls spending much of her formative years in her grandparents’ Greek Cypriot taverna in Tufnell Park.
Of her second cookbook, Oliver said: “This spectacular book is filled with comforting, delicious recipes and wonderful writing. Authentic and heart-filled, this masterpiece of a cookbook gives an insight into one of the oldest and greatest cuisines on the planet.” Filled with delicious Cypriot recipes inspired by Hayden’s heritage, it was named Book of The Year 2019 in The Guardian, Evening Standard, Observer Food Magazine, and Delicious.
The recipes themselves were collected and refined over a long period of time. Inspired by her family, her heritage, and her love of travel, Hayden admits there is nothing she treasures more than cooking with her mum and her yiayia (grandmother).
“I started collating them around 13 years ago when I knew I wanted to write this book,” explained the cookbook author in an interview with National Geographic. “I spent as much time as I could with my yiayias, talking to them and watching and learning, and on annual trips to Cyprus I’d impose myself on relatives to cook with them. It’s been a slow process, but I’ve tried hard to capture the essence of traditional Greek Cypriot cooking.”
Of Greek Cypriot food in general, Hayden says: “It’s a mix of traditional Greek food with a heavy influence from Turkey and the Middle East. We love meze, so there will always be salads, dips and breads, and there’s always yoghurt—Cypriot yoghurt is more tangy than its Greek sister.” There’s also an emphasis on herbs and spices and a lot of tahini in both sweet and savory dishes.
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]]>Nicosia is a really interesting city not only because of the history, but because of the present political state. It is the only capital in the world that’s split between two legal sections, making it the only divided city in the world! You can actually walk along the green line and see all the checkpoints, it’s super interesting.
Ledra Street is not only a great street to go to because it’s an awesome pedestrian street, but it’s also one of the main entryways from the north into the south. But you’ll find so many people on this popular street because there are tons of bars, cafes, restaurants, shops, and more, with so much great energy going on.
If you want to take a little break from the city, go visit the Athalassa National Forest Park, which is just outside the city center. There is a stunning lake in the middle of the park that you can walk around on the many walking paths, and there are lots of spots to have picnics, playgrounds to play in for kids, and more.
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]]>The most remote beach in all of Cyprus, Golden Beach is located on the far northeastern coastline of the island. Far from the hustle and bustle of the city, this beach is the ideal place to breathe in the salty sea air and unwind. In addition to enjoying the sensation of lying atop the soft golden sand, you may also catch a glimpse of wildlife in the distance such as loggerhead turtles and wild donkeys.
Home to the Petra tou Romiou (Aphrodite’s Rock), this is the beach where mythology and relaxation meet. According to legend, the Greek goddess Aphrodite first emerged from the sea from this very spot. When you’re done relaxing on the beach, there are plenty of great lookout spots to capture the perfect holiday Instagram snapshot.
Just a 20-minute drive from the vibrant city of Paphos, Coral Bay is ideal if you’re looking for a mix of relaxation and entertainment. In addition to its ideal waters for swimming, this beach has an array of loungers, umbrellas, and even water sports equipment for rent. There are also plenty of restaurants in the vicinity to satisfy your appetite.
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]]>If you are coming from the U.S., you won’t need a visa to enter Cyprus as a tourist. The only requirement is that you have a valid passport and won’t stay in the country for more than 90 days. Visitors from Europe, Central America, and South America also don’t need visas.
The thing you should know about Cyprus is that the island itself is divided into two parts. The south and west part of the island is under the control of the Republic of Cyprus, while the east and north are under the control of the self-declared Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus. You can freely travel between the two sides, although you will have to pass through a few checkpoints along the way.
Those looking to explore the island will most likely rent a car, which is the most convenient way to get around. If you are looking to go down this route, keep in mind that cars drive on the left in Cyprus. This fact might seem scary at first, but you’ll get accustomed in a few hours.
Cyprus is one of the rare tourist destinations where you’ll encounter great weather regardless of the time of the year. The island has up to 340 sunny days a year, and there are rare occasions during winter and early spring when you could encounter some rain.
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]]>The post Grab a Bite of Cyprus with Georgina Hayden appeared first on Traveler Dreams.
]]>Hayden’s second cookbook, Taverna: Recipes from a Cypriot Kitchen, is an homage to the Cypriot kitchen she grew up in. Based in North London, she recalls spending much of her formative years in her grandparents’ Greek Cypriot taverna in Tufnell Park.
Of her second cookbook, Oliver said: “This spectacular book is filled with comforting, delicious recipes and wonderful writing. Authentic and heart-filled, this masterpiece of a cookbook gives an insight into one of the oldest and greatest cuisines on the planet.” Filled with delicious Cypriot recipes inspired by Hayden’s heritage, it was named Book of The Year 2019 in The Guardian, Evening Standard, Observer Food Magazine, and Delicious.
The recipes themselves were collected and refined over a long period of time. Inspired by her family, her heritage, and her love of travel, Hayden admits there is nothing she treasures more than cooking with her mum and her yiayia (grandmother).
“I started collating them around 13 years ago when I knew I wanted to write this book,” explained the cookbook author in an interview with National Geographic. “I spent as much time as I could with my yiayias, talking to them and watching and learning, and on annual trips to Cyprus I’d impose myself on relatives to cook with them. It’s been a slow process, but I’ve tried hard to capture the essence of traditional Greek Cypriot cooking.”
Of Greek Cypriot food in general, Hayden says: “It’s a mix of traditional Greek food with a heavy influence from Turkey and the Middle East. We love meze, so there will always be salads, dips and breads, and there’s always yoghurt—Cypriot yoghurt is more tangy than its Greek sister.” There’s also an emphasis on herbs and spices and a lot of tahini in both sweet and savory dishes.
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]]>The post Everything You’ll Want to do in Nicosia, Cyprus appeared first on Traveler Dreams.
]]>Nicosia is a really interesting city not only because of the history, but because of the present political state. It is the only capital in the world that’s split between two legal sections, making it the only divided city in the world! You can actually walk along the green line and see all the checkpoints, it’s super interesting.
Ledra Street is not only a great street to go to because it’s an awesome pedestrian street, but it’s also one of the main entryways from the north into the south. But you’ll find so many people on this popular street because there are tons of bars, cafes, restaurants, shops, and more, with so much great energy going on.
If you want to take a little break from the city, go visit the Athalassa National Forest Park, which is just outside the city center. There is a stunning lake in the middle of the park that you can walk around on the many walking paths, and there are lots of spots to have picnics, playgrounds to play in for kids, and more.
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