Cyprus is the new favorite winter getaway destination … we’ll take it! It’s not giving European summer in winter, we’ll admit it. It can get a little breezy and while the sites remain impressive, the atmosphere is totally different. The waters are turquoise and gorgeous but only for the brave to actually dip into them.

Even so, many travelers fall in love with it during this season. With much warmer temperatures than the rest of Europe, fresh citrus fruits and Mediterranean charm, it is certainly a hidden gem worth visiting. With winter being simply unbearable for some, a Cypriot winter escape might be the sweetness needed to brighten the days. Party-goers, foodies, and chic beachfront resort lovers may treasure Cyprus in the summer, but the winter? The winter is for the lovers of pretty things and winter beach dates and crowd-less attractions under blue skies. Here is why we’re adamant that you consider Cyprus as your next winter getaway destination (thank us later).

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