It’s not too late to plan a holiday in the sun for this summer, and shopping around is likely to get you some great last minute deals. If you are considering a holiday to Turkey, On the Beach have some attractive self-catering and all inclusive deals to a number of Turkish resorts.

With all the attractions of Turkey clustered into a small island, Cyprus also offers much to the visitor, and is a popular destination for British holidaymakers. It really has something for everyone – if you want to combine partying the night away with lying beside the Mediterranean during the day soaking up the sun, then the fishing village of Ayai Napa is probably for you. There are the fascinating Roman ruins to visit at Paphos, and for visitors wanting to get away from the neon lights and disco music of the livelier resorts, there are endless tracks to walk and little villages to explore in the interior. And for those who enjoy nothing more than trying out new and varied menus whilst they are on holiday, Cyprus offers a real feast of experiences! The cuisine of Cyprus is a well-kept secret, and the traditional Cypriot meal is the “meze”, which translates as “small dishes”. Typically, you will be served many different courses, each one consisting of just enough to allow everyone a taste before moving on to the next.

Some specialties not to missed during your stay :

• Typical of Cypriot cuisine are the dishes grilled over charcoal, such as Sheftalia, a sausage made of pork, lamb, onions & parsley, and Souvlaki, a mix of chicken and pork on little skewers, served with “pourgouri”, the traditional rice of Cyprus.
• You will find wonderfully fresh salads and vegetables in Cypriot restaurants, and it’s worth trying Yemista – a variety of vegetables, peppers, aubergines, courgettes – stuffed with rice, pork and beef.
• There are two excellent cheeses made on the island – Halloumi and Feta, often served grilled as an appetizer, or with water melon.
• For those with a sweet tooth, Cyprus offers an array of wonderful desserts, including the little rich cakes made with honey and nuts – Baklava and Ketafia. Kourabiedes are small almond cakes sprinkled with icing sugar, and, of course, not to be forgotten is Loucoumi or Turkish Delight.

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