Traveling and insurance
Before you leave make sure you are aware with airport security regulations for what you can take in your hand luggage. http://www.dft.gov.uk/transportforyou/airtravel/airportsecurity/

London airport parking. We have some links that may help with parking in London airports, please visit www.spotonvillarentals.com/links.php

When you arrive…
Pre – arrange transportation to get you to your holiday villa this way you know someone is waiting for you when you arrive and the prices will usually be cheaper. We can arrange mini buses as well as normal transfers for you by enquiring at info@spotonvillarentals.com

If hireling a car you can hire one at the airport or pre – arrange a car hire to be waiting for you at the airport, this way you will be met by a human and wont spend hours looking at number plates. For car hire quotations from us please click here www.spotonvillarentals.com/carhire.php

Always make sure you travel with holiday insurance. For insurance links you can view them at www.spotonvillarentals.com/link.php

Currency in Cyprus:
The currency used to be in Cyprus pounds, as from the 1st January 2008 the Euro is now the currency. Cyprus pounds can be changed without charge until the 31st January in local banks and thereafter you can still change Cyprus notes at a charge.

What to Pack for different times of the year

Summer, May – October
First thing is the bikinis or shorts… These months are the hottest months of the year so pack light clothing, linen and cotton are good materials. String tops, skirts and dresses are worn mostly of a night time. There are no dress codes that will offend the religion unless entering churches when it is appropriate to cover up.

November and December:
Usually warm days with a light breeze of a night time. Ideal clothing to pack is mid weight clothing and light wool clothing. Jeans and jean jackets are appropriate types of material with maybe a thicker jumper incase. Some rain can occur.

January – March:
Occasional rain, mild days but winter clothing is more appropriate, jeans and light weight jumpers. February is an ideal time for skiing in the mountains so if you are planning on venturing in to the mountains, a coat should be worn but the temperatures are still not overly cold.

April:
Mild days and cooler nights, ideal for walking. Light clothing, winter jeans and light weight jumpers.

Bringing babies and what is available in Cyprus
Both international and local brands of baby food, pampers, baby cosmetics and rash creams etc are available in Cyprus. These items can be found in supermarkets and pharmacies. If you require some of these items before you arrive you can use our home shopping service.

Local language and religion
The language spoken is Cypriot / Greek but most people also speak English as well. However if you do wish to sharpen up on your language before visiting Cyprus you can see out section for some advice and phrases… http://www.spotonvillarentals.com/learn-greek.php

Planning excursions and trips:
If you are wanting to plan some excursions or just have a look at what you can do when you are in Cyprus then check out our ‘what’s on news section’ at http://www.spotonvillarentals.com/news.php and see our links section www.spotonvillarentals.com/links.php for more information or bookings please do not hesitate to contact us on info@spotonvillarentals.com