About Ayia Napa Ayia Napa was once just a small fishing village in the south-eastern corner of Cyprus but today it is one of the most popular summer hotspots for holidaymakers especially those looking for a lively/party vacation. Every summer there are over 200,000 clubbers which swarm into this party capital that is knows for the many explosive bars and nightclubs that can make your soul dance. This great resort is situated in the centre of the market garden area of the island. Ayia Napa also offers a number of outstanding golden beaches perfect for the sun worshipers.

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Where to stay

Ayia Napa boasts beautiful scenery, views and hotels. Most hotels are white and matching the rest of the buildings in the resort and widely vary in what they offer. Staff are usually very friendly and welcoming and try and offer the best service they can. Here in Ayia Napa you can chose hotels from 1* to 5* all depending on your budget and how deep you pocket can go.

Some of the best hotels here include: Napa Mermaid Hotel and Suites 4*, Nissi Beach Holiday Resort 4*, Kermia Beach Bungalow Hotel 4*, Anesis Hotel 3*, Alion Beach Hotel 5* and many more to choose from.

Things to do in Ayia Napa

If you want to explore further from Ayia Napa then only a few miles from there you will discover the resort of Protaras, which is more restrained and is much more suited to family holidays and kids. You will find that both resorts have excellent beaches, the most famous being Fig Tree Bay. Other popular ones include Nissi Beach and Nissi Bay, just two miles (3km) west of Ayia Napa; Cape Greco to the east, where the challenge is to leap from the rocks into the sea; and Konnos Bay, just past Cape Greco, where there is a beach café and speedboats for hire for those that enjoy the water sports.

Shopping in Ayia Napa
Shopping in Ayia Napa can be pure pleasure for locals as well as holidaymakers alike, with tons of real bargains to be had particularly on designer goods, bags, clothes, shoes, well known watches, sunglasses, cameras and even jewellery are available at prices up to 35% cheaper than in the UK.

The shops are generally small and friendly with a touch of history and unique architecture. They are opened until 11pm every night except Sundays when they owners get some rest.

Watersports
Here you have the long, clean, sandy beaches along the coast which are washed with warm waters that provide a myriad of opportunities for water sports for the sporty visitor. These vary widely from water-skiing, windsurfing, scuba diving, canoeing, pedal boats, motor boats, and parasailing, sailing and even snorkelling. The Cyprus Tourism Organisation supervises all beaches, many of which have Blue Flag status so expect clean sand and hot weather all around.

Excursions
If you would like to explore the area further then you are advised to take some of the many outstanding and fun excursions from Ayia Napa to places like Agia Thekla, which is only 4 miles away to the west, with a small offshore island, Makronisos Beach, a cluster of three sheltered bays, or to the historical city of Larnaca, 25 miles along the coast.

You can also go on a Jeep safari around the island which seems to be very popular, with attractions like the Caledonian Falls and the Byzantine Monastery of Kykkos waiting to be explored.

Food in Ayia Napa

When in Ayia Napa you will realise that there is a huge variety of food here. There are countless restaurants that specialise in a host of cuisines from around the world to suit everyone's taste. Here in Ayia Napa you can find everything from the romantic and traditional restaurants, to fast food and pub-grub being on offer particularly in the clubbing area, so tourist will not be disappointed.

We do advise you to try the Cypriot fare, particularly in the delightful, traditional tavernas clustered around the harbour. Also highly recommended is the typical Cypriot 'meze', made up of between 15 and 30 island dishes mainly meats such as salami or ham but the Greek version of it. Other local specialities that you may enjoy include taramosalata, tsatsiki, moussaka, stifado, and loukoumades (doughnuts dipped in syrup).

Nightlife in Ayia Napa

Visitors that come to Ayia Napa soon learn that it is essential to plan an afternoon siesta when here, if they are to make the most of the sensational nightlife for which the resort has become world known for. Being on the beach wears you out, so an afternoon nap to regain your energy is the perfect thing to do before hitting the clubs at night. The party continues until morning so be sure to get your rest. The Cypriot's appreciation for the good life and good times comes to the fore after the sun sets, with bars, discos, nightclubs and bouzouki clubs open well into the early hours of the morning.

In general Ayia Napa is a clean resort situated in Cyprus, well ordered and favoured by all types of holidaymakers from all around the world. But we advise that those who do not enjoy noise and bright lights to stay clear of the central monastery square area, which is where most of the popular nightclubs are situated. The main clubbing season is between June and September so it may be worth going to Larnaca for a more quite time if that is what you are looking for.