TRAVEL
Cyprus Airports
Being the closest at only 25km away, Paphos airport is the most convenient whilst the alternative at Larnaca is 95km from Pissouri bay. The completion of major improvements to the A1 Highway which routes around the north of Limassol, now makes Larnaca a viable option with a driving time to Pissouri bay of around one hour. The official website for both airports is at www.cyprusairports.com.cy . In addition to the usual information about arrivals and departures, through their "Destinations Map" link, it is possible to check which UK airports and airlines offer scheduled flights to Paphos and Larnaca. Dissappointingly it doesn't show the availability of charter flights so do check for them from regional airports in your area.
Flights
Scheduled flights are available to both Paphos and Larnaca on British Airways, Cyprus Airways and easyJet. Sometimes cheaper however, charter flights from UK regional airports to Paphos and Larnaca are available. To compare the various prices of flights and their availability, try web sites such as www.cheapflights.co.uk or www.travelonly.co.uk or www.flightline.co.uk or www.travelsupermarket.com. EasyJet offer flights from London Gatwick, London Luton, and Manchester to Paphos and also from Gatwick to Larnaca. Their latest schedule is 4 flights per week between Bristol and Paphos starting April 2010. Check for details at www.easyJet.com
Car Hire
Whilst not absolutely essential, it is likely that you will wish to hire a car for your stay in Cyprus. You will be pleased to learn that Cypriots drive on the left and your UK driving license is accepted in Cyprus. Note that young drivers may not always be accepted by hire companies. It is possible to hire a car at the airports or in Pissouri but by hiring from the airport you will avoid the cost of taxis. Especially if hiring from the airport you should book in advance. As always, ensure that there is adequate insurance. It is common in Cyprus for windscreens and sumps to only be insured at extra cost. If you plan to drive off-road at all, consider the consequences of a damaged sump! To compare rental costs and to see what deals are available, try web sites such as www.auto-europe.co.uk or www.carjet.co.uk which offer reasonable prices from well known companies such as Sixt and Europcar. We have also used www.economycarrentals.com who used Auto Direct who serve Larnaca airport. There is ample car parking at Villa Berengaria.
Taxis are available at both airports and there doesn't seem to be any benefit pre-booking. Return taxis can be booked in Pissouri. The high cost of taxis can, of course, be avoided by hiring a car at the airport.