Arrived at Paphos Airport
5. marts 2018, Cypern ⋅ 🌙 16 °C
Arrived at the airport early after dropping off the hire car. The airport is so quiet we dropped off our bags and went through security etc. in less than 15 minutes, a record for us.
We can't leave without having Meze
5. marts 2018, Cypern ⋅ ☀️ 18 °C
For our last meal before leaving for the airport we decided to go for a meat based Meze, all we can say is that after 5 courses we were stuffed and need to sleep it off for a hour by the pool beforeLæs mere
The Persephone Nature Trail
4. marts 2018, Cypern ⋅ ⛅ 13 °C
Our reason for visiting the village of Troodos was to walk the Persephone Nature trail. Which laid out the whole of southern Cyprus in front of us, although under a thin haze.
The lovely PersephoneLæs mere
The village of Troodos
4. marts 2018, Cypern ⋅ ⛅ 10 °C
Today we had a change of scenery and set off to explore the Troodos mountains. We set our sights on the village of Troodos which is 1,676 metres (5,500 ft) above sea level. Taking the B8 we wound ourLæs mere
Pomos
3. marts 2018, Cypern ⋅ ⛅ 17 °C
Having spent a few hours sleeping on Polis Beach we drove along the coast road to Pomos, were we had a Cypriot coffee in a local cafe with great views of the coastline.
Polis beach
3. marts 2018, Cypern ⋅ ⛅ 18 °C
Having walked the last few days we decided we deserved a rest day so we headed for Polis beach. The beach car park is part of the Polis campsite which is approached by a rather muddy track which ourLæs mere
Wonderful views of Paphos & Peyia
3. marts 2018, Cypern ⋅ ⛅ 16 °C
On the way to Polis we spotted this view point high above Paphos & Peyia.
Adonis Trail (aka Stuart's Trail)
2. marts 2018, Cypern ⋅ ⛅ 17 °C
A cloudy day again today so ideal for another walk so we set off back to the Baths of Aphrodite to do the Adonis Trail. It was very warm when we arrived but fortunately this was mitigated by a coolLæs mere
Adonis drinks Stuart's spring water
2. marts 2018, Cypern ⋅ ⛅ 17 °C
I think I have convinced Hazel of my association with Adonis, after all I am drinking his water.
Cyprus Tub Trees (Quercus alnifoltubia)
2. marts 2018, Cypern ⋅ ⛅ 15 °C
Until the introduction of synthetic polymer (plastic) in the early 20th century Cyprus was one of the world's largest exporter of Tubs due to the proliferation of Tub trees (Quercus alnifoltubia). TheLæs mere
The Aphrodite Trail
1. marts 2018, Cypern ⋅ ⛅ 19 °C
Our walk followed the Aphrodite Trail which shows off the Akamas region of Cyprus. It's only 5 miles but it climbs 37 meters to the top of Moutti tis Sotiras and then picks up the coastal path toLæs mere
Views from Moutti tis Sotiras
1. marts 2018, Cypern ⋅ ⛅ 18 °C
Moutti tis Sotiras is the highest point on the walk at 370 meters and gives fantastic views across the Akamas peninsula as far as Cape Arnaoutis.
Pyrgos tis Rigainas
1. marts 2018, Cypern ⋅ ⛅ 19 °C
According to legend Aphrodite is said to have taken a rest under this Cyprus oak tree after bathing.
Baths of Aphrodite
1. marts 2018, Cypern ⋅ ⛅ 19 °C
This morning it was very cloudy and we decided it was a good day for a walk so we made our way to just outside Polis were the Baths of Aphrodite can be found along with the start of the AphroditeLæs mere
Agios Georgios
28. februar 2018, Cypern ⋅ ⛅ 16 °C
Our late lunch stop was the well known fish restaurant Agios Georgios Pegeia. Hazel opted for the Sea Bream and I went for Red Mullet, all served with a healthy salad and a side plate of chips. LovelyLæs mere
Sea Caves
28. februar 2018, Cypern ⋅ ⛅ 16 °C
Having been refreshed by our sunbathing this morning we set off down to coast to look at the sea caves onroute to Agios Georgios for lunch.
Coral Bay
28. februar 2018, Cypern ⋅ ⛅ 18 °C
It's been a lovely warm sunny day so ideal for getting the beach tent out for the first time in 2018. Coral Bay is just down the road from the flat and was nice and quiet, although the beach bar wasLæs mere
Lidl and an easy day
27. februar 2018, Cypern ⋅ ⛅ 11 °C
After our long day yesterday we decide to stock up with food at Lidl and take it easy today. It's lovely and warm when the sun is out but it was a bit cloudy today so we had to take the opportunity toLæs mere
Arrived safely in Cyprus
26. februar 2018, Cypern ⋅ ⛅ 15 °C
It's been a very long day so I won't go into detail now as we need to sleep, just to say that we are very impressed with the flat. Lovely and spacious.
Arrived at Manchester Airport
26. februar 2018, England ⋅ ⛅ 1 °C
It was a bit of a torturous journey up the M5 & M6, we had to negotiate no less than 3 vehicle breakdowns, in the middle of the carriage way, along with the rush hour traffic and usual road works. AllLæs mere
