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for Protaras (Cyprus)

Rating Summary based on 26 reviews

  • 5 Stars
    		18
  • 4 Stars
    		7
  • 3 Stars
    		1
  • 2 Stars
    		0
  • 1 Star
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  • Ease of getting around
  • Family Friendly
  • Nightlife
  • Shopping
  • Sightseeing
  		• 5.0
  		• 4.8
  		• 4.4
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  • 29 of 29 Ciao users found the following review helpful
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    Level 5 kismet

    Member since 22/04/2001

    Reviews written: 232

    5 Stars PROTARAS - A NICE PLACE TO STAY 08/11/2005
    User recommends the product

    Advantages Advantages lovely area, fantastic beach, nice people

    Disadvantages Disadvantages everything closes on 31 october!!

    I have just returned from my honeymoon in Protaras, Cyprus and we have had a fantastic time. I will review the hotel that we stayed in separately (Capo Bay Hotel). Protaras is on the East side of Cyprus, near to Ayia Napa. It is in the Paralimni/Famagusta area. Protaras is purely a holiday spot, it closes from November to March and I mean CLOSES! But more of that later on. Protaras is next to Ayia Napa, but it is family orientated and does not attract the gangs of lads that Ayia Napa does. We were there for two weeks, one of which was half-term and the place was packed with families. Protaras ... more
  • 23 of 23 Ciao users found the following review helpful
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    Level 1 michael_john_owen

    Member since 03/11/2002

    Reviews written: 4

    4 Stars Tsokkos Gardens Hotel, Protaras, Cyprus 03/11/2002
    User recommends the product

    Advantages Advantages Lovely hotel, Hot in October, Four hours from Gatwick

    Disadvantages Disadvantages Bit of a walk to the beach, souvenirs are completely tackky!

    This is a review of a package holiday to a specific hotel in Protaras rather than an overall review of the resort. Seven nights HB at the 4* Tsokkos Gardens Hotel, Protaras, Cyprus October, 2002 Through Goldensun - booked over the internet. We paid £844 each for two adults + £292 for one child. Our first visit to Cyprus Flight We flew with Eurocypria on the 10.10pm out of Gatwick arriving at Larnaca in the small hours. There was no in flight entertainment at all so don't forget your Walkman or a large paperback. The journey was a bit of a trial, fortunately our five year old slept on the plane ... more
  • 33 of 33 Ciao users found the following review helpful
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    Level 3 Festa

    Member since 31/01/2002

    Reviews written: 23

    5 Stars Fun In The Sun 30/03/2002
    User recommends the product

    Advantages Advantages Excellent beaches, wide selection of bars

    Disadvantages Disadvantages Extremely hot in July and August

    I lived and worked in this area of Cyprus for two years and spent numerous holidays over there. One of the most striking things about the area is the friendliness of the people who tend to come from the local villages. Protaras is a purpose built resort with lots to offer in the summer season. The reason behind its development was the result of the main resort of Famagusta becoming inaccessible in 1974. There are some of the best beaches (outside of Northern Cyprus) to be found in this part of the island. Most beaches offer watersports including parascending, jetskis, waterskiing and pedaloes ... more
  • 22 of 22 Ciao users found the following review helpful
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    sexy2005

    5 Stars What make Cyprus a likely holiday destination 12/07/2001
    User recommends the product

    Advantages Advantages none

    Disadvantages Disadvantages none

    I went to Cyprus last year, and had a time of my life. The island is full of contrasts, from the sandy beaches on the east coast to rocky coves on the west. From dried up river valleys to glorious mountains where the air was SO fresh and clean. From green fields of various crops to barren landscape where goats roamed among the rocks looking for food. From superb motorways to dirt tracks. We were based in Protaras 10km. from Ayia Napa. It reminded me of Las Americas without the time share touts. Purpose built it was lacking in character but had everything one needs for a seaside holiday. Every ... more
  • 59 of 60 Ciao users found the following review helpful
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    Level 6 Sexy-Kay

    Member since 07/09/2002

    Reviews written: 60

    3 Stars Sun, Sea And ... Sex With Olives 02/12/2002
    User recommends the product

    Advantages Advantages Sandy beaches, clear blue water, sunshine.

    Disadvantages Disadvantages This is not the real Cyprus

    I suppose he had personality, of a sort, but in the early hours of the morning, after flight delays, the last thing most people want is an all dancing, all singing, full of life coach courier determined to do his full repertoire, no matter how anyone else felt. Ugh! This is why I prefer to be an independent traveller and find my own way about. Mind you he had one good tip - olives! "Ladees", he said in his broken English, "Geeve your man ten oleeves a day and ee won't need Viagra and you will 'ave a verrry good 'oliday." We were in Cyprus on a last minute Package Deal and were travelling from ... more
  • 16 of 16 Ciao users found the following review helpful
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    Level 7 wardenblw431

    Member since 07/10/2002

    Reviews written: 179

    5 Stars Dream Wedding Destination 01/04/2003
    User recommends the product

    Advantages Advantages Value for money, gorgeous weather, beaches and friendly people

    Disadvantages Disadvantages Time flies when you're having fun

    Protaras was our first choice of wedding venue. Mainly because there was a guarantee of beautiful sunshine, a rarity in Scotland. We chose the hotel Grecian Park, situated just outside Protaras, at Cape Greco. The hotel was located on a cliff top and the views were spectacular. As we were getting married whilst staying at the hotel, we were given a free upgrade to the honeymoon suite and it was beautiful. The rooms were huge and we had 2 balconies overlooking the sea. We were well looked after at the hotel, and although weddings were popular there, you were always made to feel that you were ... more
  • 40 of 40 Ciao users found the following review helpful
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    Level 5 whitewiner

    Member since 20/10/2001

    Reviews written: 71

    5 Stars BEST BEACH IN CYPRUS NOT TO MENTION THE DIVING 21/05/2002
    User recommends the product

    Advantages Advantages Perfect for Diving & All Watersports,Clubs,bars

    Disadvantages Disadvantages Holiday is never long enough.

    Situated on the south east part of the beautiful island of Cyprus Protaras is famous for its beautiful coastline especially for its renowned beach- Fig Tree Bay, it really is beautiful, and conveniently it is 5/10 minutes from Ayia Napa! This picturesque resort is very popular with divers with a plethora of diving clubs available. The sea is sparklingly clear and clean making it a real pleasure for swimming and snorkelling as well.The resort is an attractive one with a good choice of accomodation, bars, restaurants,car/bike hire and several supermarkets. It is not an expensive resort ... more
  • 27 of 27 Ciao users found the following review helpful
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    Level 7 sue.51

    Member since 20/03/2001

    Reviews written: 275

    5 Stars Protaras well worth a visit 22/03/2001
    User recommends the product

    Advantages Advantages Value for money, enchanting and magical

    Disadvantages Disadvantages Can get very hot - beware the winds; Poor quality beer

    Due to a last minute mess-up by Thomsons (again), resulting in a cancellation of a long term holiday booking, we found ourselves struggling to find a holiday, during the busiest period of the holiday season, Whitsun Bank Holiday. The travel agent found us a last minute deal with JMC to Cyprus staying at the Tropical Dream apartments. The price was excellent at £169 per person. (normal price - family of 4 £1300) Our arrival at Larnaca Airport was disappointing, resembling something more of a building site than a major international airport. However, our disappointment was short lived. The ... more
  • 13 of 13 Ciao users found the following review helpful
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    Level 3 Bevdav

    Member since 25/01/2001

    Reviews written: 39

    5 Stars Cyprus highly recommended 05/02/2001
    User recommends the product

    Advantages Advantages lovely, lovely people, too much to mention

    Disadvantages Disadvantages long flight 5hrs, the extreme heat in the summer months

    A lovely island in the sun with so much history surrounding it, you can't help becoming drawn into its history and culture. Have stayed in the Pernera Beach area of Protaras about 5 years ago. Then it was the quieter neighbour of the more well known area of Fig Tree Bay, so it may not be as quiet now. Pernera Beach area and Fig Tree Bay are the places to go for families really but for the most gorgeous beaches squash on the bus and go to Ayia Napa's Grecian Bay or Nissi Beach for the day, but get the early bus, you might just about be able to get on that one. When its time to come home be at ... more
  • 31 of 31 Ciao users found the following review helpful
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    ccindy_24

    5 Stars Away From the Cold 27/05/2004
    User recommends the product

    Advantages Advantages great sandy beaches, nightlife, safe, scenery

    Disadvantages Disadvantages not really the right time of the year, for me

    Nothing can beat a good break away from the freezing weather! Nice sandy beaches, great apartment, yummy food, great watersports, lively nightlife, shopping, nice people = Protaras, Cyprus! Travel and Accomodation We're so glad to get the self catering 2 weeks deal of Firstchoice. We have no problems with the flight except when we were waiting for our baggage. Larnaca Airport is not a massive one. The carousel where we were waiting for our baggage had three assigned flights, so it was quite a long wait. As we went out the airport the representatives of Firstchoice asked for our booking name ... more
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