Holidays in Protaras are ideal for couples and families looking for a relaxing beach holiday. Protaras has several excellent beaches the most popular being Fig Tree Bay. If you want to avoid the crowds Protaras has several small coves on the unspoilt coastline heading towards Cape Greko, all of which are great for snorkeling and scuba diving. Most of the hotels in Protaras are located around Fig Tree Bay and Pernera beach. Protaras holidays have been popular with British holidaymakers for many years and are ideal for those wanting a relaxing beach holiday in Cyprus with lots of facilities, beautiful beaches and family entertainment.
Official currency of Cyprus is the Cyprus pound. 100 cents make up a Cyprus Pound. Money and cheques can be exchanged at banks and it is advisable to have them in Pounds Sterling. Banks do not work on weekends, but the ATM's throughout the island operates 24 hours a day and are the easiest way of obtaining money. Major credit cards are accepted at almost all the establishments and tourist venues.
Holidays in Protaras
Protaras holidays provide visitors with a wide range of watersports including waterskiing and paragliding. Diving holidays in Cyprus are very popular and there are lots of diving clubs close by. To sample traditional Cypriot life visits to villages Liopetri or Paralimni with their charming tavernas are a must. A trip to the Troodos mountains is also highly recommended.
Language
Though a small percentage of Cypriots speak Turkish, the major language of Cyprus is Greek. The Cypriot dialect of Greek is quite different from that of mainland Greece. English, German and French are also spoken by a lot of people, but only in the tourist areas.
Nightlife in Protaras
Although quieter than neighbouring Ayia Napa, Protaras holidays offer a wide range of bars, restaurants and tavernas suitable for all the family with karaoke and live music. For those who want to party all night and experience the big clubs of Cyprus, Ayia Napa is just a short bus or taxi ride away.
