Cyprus is best known for being the birthplace of Aphrodite, the Goddess of love and beauty. There is something for everyone here, whether you want beautiful sandy beaches, gloriously blue seas or prefer to go sightseeing in the hills and local towns.

Whilst the two main languages are Greek and Turkish, roughly half of the population speak English. Near the coast, and main tourist areas you will be hard pushed to find anyone who doesn’t speak fluent English.

Many English people have retired and bought property in Cyprus but it is by no means God’s waiting room. On the contrary, a large proportion of the ex-patriots are young and fit and have moved to Cyprus simply to get a better life style than they can get in England.

The schools and the hospitals are quite superb and put many English establishments to shame. The cost of living is low compared with England and eating out is a luxury that everyone can afford. Currently 60,000 Brits live in Cyprus.

Please note that this report relates to Southern Cyprus, not Northern Cyprus, which has been occupied by the Turks since their invasion in 1974.