Bargain Package Holidays to Limassol
Summary:
Limassol, also known as Lemesos, is the second largest city in Cyprus and is located on Akrotiri Bay, on the island's southern coast between the ancient towns of Amathus and Curium. Being a large town and popular resort, Limassol holidays offer a truly authentic experience of Cyprus, with traditional taverna’s, old quaint shops and humble bars together with modern restaurants and shopping centres makes it an interesting mix. Holidays in Limassol have a wide range of things to do; history to explore, excellent beaches and at the marina and seafront promenade there is always something for everyone to do. So search on travel.co.uk today and find that ideal holiday to Limassol you’ve been dreaming of!
Getting there and getting around:
The accommodation is mostly to the east of the Limassol and close to the beach. The resort is only 35 miles west of Larnaca Airport (LCA) and 35 miles east of Paphos Airport (PFO), where you can fly from most main UK airports and Limassol flights take about 4 hours.
Things to do:
Holidays to Limossal have lots to offer, there is the main beach to relax on, historical sites to see, exciting water sports and waterparks such as Fasouri Watermania to go to. So whether you’re on a family holiday or away with friends Limossal has something for everyone. Limossal holidays have a stunning coastline stretching up to 10 km, where you can just soak up the sun and enjoy the warm Mediterranean Sea. The main beach, Dassoudi, has dark sand and plenty of watersport facilities. Other Limassol beaches include Armonia, Governor’s beach and for a quieter spot try Curium beach or Lady’s Mile to the west of Limassol harbour. For diving fans, the coastline is packed with spectacular underwater reefs, tunnels and caves; one of the most visited diving spots in Cyprus is the Wreck of the Zenobia ferry which is along the coast in Larnaca. Places of interest include the Kolossi Castle, the ruins of Kourion, near the modern town of Episkopi and the Royal ancient city of Cyprus called Amathus, 6 miles east of Limassol. Other activities include go-karting, bowling, golfing, trekking through the Troodos Mountains and the resort hosts the vibrant Limassol Carnival every February and March.
Food and drink:
Limossal holidays provide an array of lively entertainment; the old port and the tourist centre offer an abundance of bars, cafes and restaurants. The nearby Yermasogea area also has a huge range of bars and plenty of Cypriot cuisine to sample. Limassol is known as the centre for wine-making in Cyprus, a number of vineyards here offer tours and wine-tastings. If your lucky enough to take your Limassol holidays during September, then you can catch the well celebrated wine festival.