Every person has their own idea of how a holiday should be. Some love to soak up the sun, while others are delighted with a 3-hour walk. Whatever type of holiday you prefer, in the winter months you will not be able to enjoy good weather everywhere. Where to relax on the eve of the New Year holidays? Cyprus in December is wonderful, so we will talk about it today.
How is the weather in December?
In the cold of winter, sometimes you really want to go somewhere to a warm country. And the choice of Russians often falls on Cyprus. It's warm there even in winter. When choosing Cyprus for a holiday in December, the question involuntarily arises of how warm it is there. The air temperature on the island in winter rises to + 25⁰С (more often it is 16-19⁰С depending on the location of the resort). But this, of course, during the day. But at night the earth cools down, so walking in a summer dress will not work. Average forecasts say that the thermometer in the evening can drop to +10⁰С. Of course, it's still warm, but because of such drops, the water is very cold. This isdoes not stop tourists from Russia, and many of them swim anyway. But do not expect miracles, the water temperature will not be higher than 18⁰С. If you really want to swim, then it is better to choose a hotel that has a heated pool.
Cyprus culture
Cyprus in December, and in any other month, is incredibly beautiful. But tourists go there not only to sunbathe on the golden sandy beaches. Russians really like the culture of the island, the manifestations of which are best seen during the holidays. How do Cypriots celebrate New Year and Christmas? The Greeks, like the inhabitants of all European countries, have many traditions with which they see off the outgoing year. Of course, the main attribute of the holiday is the Christmas tree. They dress her up in Cyprus in December, or rather, in the last days of it. Since the majority of the inhabitants are Catholics, then, accordingly, the main celebrations will take place on the 25th. Here, according to tradition, mass festivities take place, where you can appreciate the colorful outfits of the inhabitants and the incomparable Cypriot cuisine. The weather in Cyprus in December is wonderful, so the festivities continue not only in the evening, but also at night. But the main holiday of the Cypriots is Easter, they begin to celebrate it 50 days in advance. The culmination of the holiday is a mass procession to the sea, which ends with the Cypriots pouring water on each other.
What to see while relaxing in Cyprus?
Coming to the island for the first time, you should definitely visit the main attractions. The weather in Cyprus in December is great, so it willpromote sightseeing trips.
- The Baths of Aphrodite is a small cove located between Paphos and Limossol. It was in this place, according to Greek legends, that Aphrodite emerged from the sea foam. You can swim in this wonderful bay yourself, and you can also get great photos here.
- Troodos is a nature reserve located in the mountains. Here you can escape from the sun and enjoy the magnificent nature. The vegetation of these places should be familiar to the inhabitants of Russia: oaks, cypresses and junipers will be able to remind tourists of their native land.
- Kourion is an ancient city, or rather, its ruins. A picturesque place where you can see the houses of the Hellenes and their kings.
Ethnic cuisine
Cypriots' gastronomic preferences are very diverse. Since the culture of the island was formed under the influence of several countries, one should not be surprised that oriental cuisine is intertwined with English here. Despite the fact that Cyprus is an island, fish is not included in the diet of its inhabitants on a daily basis. There is a lot of it here, but the locals prefer to eat pork and lamb. But the diet of tourists mostly consists of fruits and vegetables, because in Cyprus they can be found in abundance at any time of the year. And, of course, we can not say about the wine. Here it is made according to old recipes, thanks to which Cyprus became famous in ancient Greece.
How to choose a hotel?
The weather in Cyprus in December and January is conducive to relaxation. Here you can takesunbathing, walking in picturesque places. But the rest will be in vain if you choose the wrong hotel. Each person has different requirements regarding their place of residence. In the travel agency, be sure to tell about your preferences. Many hotels in Cyprus are not equipped with swimming pools, and if you want to swim, then you must definitely take this into account. Also, many hotels provide breakfast and dinner. But not all tourists need these services. Some people like to sleep until 12, which means that breakfast will remain uneaten. And some prefer to dine in a restaurant outside the hotel. There is no point in paying for food if you won't eat it. Reading reviews about Cyprus in December, you can find information that people often overpay for the fact that the hotel is on the first coastline. In winter, this criterion is simply not relevant, because it will still be impossible to swim in the sea.
What to pack for your trip?
From the reviews of the weather in Cyprus in December, it is not entirely clear how to pack a suitcase. It seems that you can get by with shorts and a couple of T-shirts, but at the same time, it can be cool in the evenings. You need to be prepared for any weather conditions. Therefore, you should pack shorts, skirts, sundresses, but do not forget to take jeans and a sweater.
If you know that you will go to restaurants, it is advisable to put a dress or suit in your suitcase for going out. If you have extra money, then you can not take a lot of clothes with you. Before Christmas, sales are held in all stores in Cyprus. Therefore, it will be possible to purchase even brand new clothes at a bargain price. In addition to clothing, you need to take all the chargers for the equipment with you and it is advisable to purchase adapters in advance. In Cyprus, as in Greece, hotels use English type G sockets. Such an adapter can be ordered online or directly bought on site at a hardware store.
