British holidaymakers are becoming more and more keen to see the action on offer on Nissi Beach holidays, where sunny shores meet intense nightlife. Nissi Beach is one of the more down-tempo areas, but being so close to Ayia Napa, it’s just a ten minute drive if you’re after the wildest nights out –  a slice of laid-back beachfront is there waiting for when you get back.

This isn’t just any Blue Flag beach like the others across Cyprus – Nissi Beach is so stunning that it’s rated as one of the top beaches in the world, and you’ll know why as soon as you step out onto that perfect creamy-white sand and look at that shimmering blue sea.

Your cheap holidays to Nissi Beach will be pure bliss, with beaming sunshine almost every day of the year there really is nothing more dreamy than laying out on the soft sands and not spending a penny. The summer heat tends to soar past 30°C more often than not – even hitting 40°C, then between November and April, cheap holidays to Nissi Beach are in their prime with soothing sunshine that rarely falls under 20°C, and much fewer crowds.

Pump up your aquatic adrenaline

Nissi Beach has a solid reputation for the range of watersports on offer for your Cyprus holidays, with everything from boat cruises to water skiing and jet-skiing, even parasailing for those daring souls. But, if these aren’t enough to get your engine running, check out the nearby WaterWorld theme park in Ayia Napa.

There’s over 30 rides all named all named after the theme of ancient Greece, e.g. Minotaurs Labyrinth or Apollos Plunge. The rides are guaranteed to get you drenched with a vast selection of shoots and flumes, rubber ring rides, a wavepool and a swimming pool, suitable to all adrenaline levels.

You’ll find several food joints across the park so you can keep your energy topped up and tickets can be booked online prior to your holiday with exclusive online discounts, and often special promotions for multi-day tickets. It’s an incredible day out for all the family and a must for Nissi Beach holidays.

Tastes of Cyprus

Nissi Beach has some of the best dining to be found on the island, with a range of restaurants, snack bars and tavernas that are able to please even the most fussy eaters.

There’s plenty of local Cypriot food to try, and mezzes are as popular here as anywhere else in Cyprus. The menus here will be filled with fresh, locally sourced ingredients but if you’re after fast food on your way to a party in Ayia Napa, or just after a quick bite to eat, you’ll be able to grab something hot and tasty in a jiffy. You’ll find a variety of restaurants from traditional Cypriot tavernas to Italian joints, as well as restaurants with Mexican dishes, and all cuisines in between.

Drinks-wise, it’s a similar story – everything from fine wines to a quick fresh beer, and all priced reasonably too.

Not to mention the All Inclusive hotels in Cyprus which certainly put on a spread. Usually with huge buffets, there’s everything from nuggets and chips to the popular local dishes on offer – no one will be going hungry.

Prices in Cyprus tend to be similar, or slightly cheaper than those in the UK which makes it super easy to budget for your cheap holidays to Nissi Beach, and even a possibility to explore the local restaurants for those on an All Inclusive stay.

Exploring your surroundings

Once you’ve had your fill of sunbathing on the beach or the partying in Ayia Napa, you’ll be pleased to find that holidays to Nissi Beach also offer much to explore. Connected to the rest of Cyprus by fast, cheap and reliable bus links, exploring in a budget friendly way couldn’t be easier!

Hop on board and you’ll be in the bustling streets of Larnaca in no time, or even further afield. And if you really want to take matters into your own hands, try renting a vehicle and setting off on your own Cypriot road trip. Larnaca is thought of as the historic heart of Cyprus, so if you’re a history buff, that’s certainly where you should head.

Recently, evidence was discovered of humans living in Larnaca as far back as 12,000 years ago. It looks like this place has been popular for longer than many of us thought. What’s more, the magnificent Church of Saint Lazarus is an incredible show of the Byzantine architecture from the 9th Century. It was later restored in the 17th Century and continues to sit as a significant statement in Larnaca.

Meet the locals

The village huddled around Nissi Beach has everything you’ll be needing for a relaxed stay – shops and markets, replete with plenty of hand-crafted and cultural souvenirs to take home for friends and family.

The people of Cyprus are friendly and always happy to make friends with the visitors, they’re well known for their hospitality so their insider knowledge might just point you in the direction of the new local hotspot or the tastiest dinner in town. Brush up on your Cypriot phrases and immerse yourself into the local life, after all the laid back nature of Cypriots is just what you need on holiday in Nissi Beach.

‘Nissi’ actually means ‘little island’ so it really is a cute little isle off the coast for some much needed R&R.