Cyprus has long taken its place in the hearts of millions of tourists who annually come to its resorts to have fun and interesting time, acquire a light chocolate skin tone, enjoy sea bathing, and get acquainted with the main attractions. The only question is which resort to choose - Paphos or Protaras, for example. The first is located in the southwestern part of the island, the second in the southeastern. They are like two competitors, watching each other and competing to see who is best able to receive guests. Let's try to find out if there are any fundamental differences in rest at one or another resort, how interesting they can please.
Paphos and Protaras hotels
And in that, and in another Cypriot resort, you can find places to stay from the most democratic apartments to luxury hotels. Paphos is a small resort town that caters to middle-income tourists. There are some fancy hotels here, but most are mid-range.
The good news is that they are located on the first or second line, that is, the coast is within walking distance. Families, in general, prefer to choose apartments, their area is larger than in hotel rooms, there is an opportunity to save on food if you buy groceries in the supermarket or in the market and cook at home.
Protaras, for some reason, has become the main resort on the southeastern coast of Cyprus. The town is small, very popular with tourists who dream of a relaxing holiday, but in the immediate vicinity of the epicenter of the island's resort life. The close location of Ayia Napa, a major tourist center, allows vacationers in Protaras to alternate between a quiet beach stay and an active evening getaway.
The hotel row is represented by modern complexes, located mainly on the first coastline. At the same time, the hotels are quite secluded, as there are many small bays and bays. The resort has not only large hotel complexes, but also apartments, which are chosen by families who dream of a vacation without prying eyes and guidance.
Beach vacation
The resort of Paphos has both sandy and rocky beaches, so in some places it may not be very convenient to enter the sea. Parents who come with children need to think about this issue in advance, for example, choose Coral Bay Beach for sun and sea procedures. It has, firstly, a sandy surface, and secondly, a good beach infrastructure, a lot of entertainment and attractions. Lovers of romance can pay attention to the beach in Lara Bay, there are stunning seascapes and very beautiful sunsets.
The best beaches in Protaras are located on the coast of Fig Bay, its name becomes clear to any tourist who gets here. A beautiful old grove consisting of exotic (for a Russian guest) fig trees has become a good neighbor to local beaches. The beach infrastructure of the city is at the highest level - attractions, games, amusements, sports entertainment.
Restaurants and cuisine
The abundance of restaurants, cafes, and other food establishments in Paphos amazes any guest, the locals know how to satisfy the tourist's hunger, leaving the best memories. Considering that people from all over the world come to the resort, you can find Italian pizzerias, Middle Eastern cafes specializing in the preparation of kebabs.
Do you want something in the spirit of national traditions? Then you need to go a little further from the resort, the villages and towns are full of cozy taverns that have not changed their appearance for decades. They will not be able to serve the dish exquisitely here, but its size will impress, the taste will remain for a long time, there will be a desire to go to the kitchen for a recipe.
The most active party of guests is in the city center, where most of the restaurants and cafes are located. On the menu you can see dishes from almost all countries of the world, as well as prepared according to old Cypriot recipes. Near the beach at Figovaya Bay, on the embankment, there are many small cozy cafes where they cook delicious, almost home-style. And the rhythm of life here is completely different than in the center - quiet, unhurried, relaxed.
In conclusion, we can say the following: both Protaras and its "colleague" Paphos are loved and revered by tourists. Each of them has its own secrets of a good holiday, attractions and tourist highlights.
Holidays in Protaras are suitable for those tourists who:
- love picturesque rocky beaches;
- plan to spend a little money on vacation;
- looking closely at the apartment;
- adore traditional Mediterranean cuisine.
Those who come to the Paphos resort choose:
- rest on gorgeous beaches;
- dream of seeing fig trees grow;
- prefer good hotels and comfortable rooms;
- they like to taste dishes from different countries.
