Crete or Rhodes? Or there again Cyprus

GrannyGravy13

Glorianny

GrannyGravy13

Fleurpepper

Personally I wouldn't go anywhere near Cyprus at the moment.

Why not?

We are going in a couple of weeks time, beautiful island, fabulous food and really friendly people.

I think Fleurpepper has probably heard that the Turkish authorities are demanding the removal of the UN troops who currently keep the peace.

There is a UN buffer zone between the North and South.

We have never experienced any trouble whilst in NorthernCyprus, in fact when we experienced a medical emergency the locals were extremely helpful as was the Mayor and one of their politicians (sorry cannot remember names or party)

We crossed into Southern Cyprus on foot, no trouble North to South, but on return South to North took what seemed like ages in the hot August sun with children.

GrannyGravy13 if you choose to ignore foreign office advice that's up to you.
If you approve of occupied countries not recognised by the UN that's up to you.
The Cypriot people are lovely. The reason they hold you up at the South to North border is because they want rid of the occupation of their island.
My mother spent a week in hospital in southern Cyprus, treated by a German doctor married to a Cypriot. Great treatment by lovely people.
There is also now an issue with the US who have always supplied arms to Turkey and used them for military purposes but are now supplying arms to and training Cypriot troops. Much to Turkey's disgust.

Wow thanks for all the replies.

As I said in my post we only fly from our regional airport and Crete, Rhodes and Cyprus are the only destinations left from there that we have not been to. Thanks

Blondiescot

Glorianny

Northern Cyprus is an occupied country, not recognised by the UN. The foreign office warns they are unable to support British nationals who get into difficulties there.
Cyprus is lovely but fully inform your self before you go.

I'm well aware of that - and it wouldn't stop me going there for one moment.

Having been in Thailand when the Red Shirts and Yellow Shirts were playing up I would go to Northern Cyprus anytime.

Glorianny

GrannyGravy13

Fleurpepper

Personally I wouldn't go anywhere near Cyprus at the moment.

Why not?

We are going in a couple of weeks time, beautiful island, fabulous food and really friendly people.

I think Fleurpepper has probably heard that the Turkish authorities are demanding the removal of the UN troops who currently keep the peace.

There is a UN buffer zone between the North and South.

We have never experienced any trouble whilst in NorthernCyprus, in fact when we experienced a medical emergency the locals were extremely helpful as was the Mayor and one of their politicians (sorry cannot remember names or party)

We crossed into Southern Cyprus on foot, no trouble North to South, but on return South to North took what seemed like ages in the hot August sun with children.

Glorianny

Northern Cyprus is an occupied country, not recognised by the UN. The foreign office warns they are unable to support British nationals who get into difficulties there.
Cyprus is lovely but fully inform your self before you go.

I'm well aware of that - and it wouldn't stop me going there for one moment.

GrannyGravy13

Paphos not Pathos

(mind you the actor who played him in the last Musketeer series is welcome to take DH’s place ❤️🤣)

Behave!!

Paphos not Pathos

(mind you the actor who played him in the last Musketeer series is welcome to take DH’s place ❤️🤣)

GrannyGravy13

Fleurpepper

Personally I wouldn't go anywhere near Cyprus at the moment.

Why not?

We are going in a couple of weeks time, beautiful island, fabulous food and really friendly people.

I think Fleurpepper has probably heard that the Turkish authorities are demanding the removal of the UN troops who currently keep the peace.

Northern Cyprus is an occupied country, not recognised by the UN. The foreign office warns they are unable to support British nationals who get into difficulties there.
Cyprus is lovely but fully inform your self before you go.

silverlining48

Where do you go in northern Cyprus GrannyGravy?

We stayed within walking distance of Kyrenia.

This time we are going to Pathos, have found an adult only suites hotel. Have been before to the hotel as well as its sister hotel several times which is family orientated when we have AC and GC with us.

We are going to Cyprus in June, foreign office has no particular warnings for the South of the Island.
Not sure I would want to go to the North at the moment though, we haven’t been to Cyprus before, so we shall see.

Where do you go in northern Cyprus GrannyGravy?

Fleurpepper

Personally I wouldn't go anywhere near Cyprus at the moment.

I think you mentioned that before, Fleupepper

Is there a reason why you don't think it's a good idea to visit?
Asking for a friend - yes, truly, she has booked to go soon.

Blondiescot

I'd go to Cyprus - but northern Cyprus.

Northern Cyprus definitely has the best beaches, and I can vouch for the excellent dental and hospital care (adventurous child 🤣)

Fleurpepper

Personally I wouldn't go anywhere near Cyprus at the moment.

Why not?

We are going in a couple of weeks time, beautiful island, fabulous food and really friendly people.

I'd go to Cyprus - but northern Cyprus.

You can fly to Rhodes and get a ferry to the very lovely Symi. Weve been twice and loved it. Worth a look.

Personally I wouldn't go anywhere near Cyprus at the moment.

I travelled to many Greek Islands when I was young my favourite was Crete up in the hills. Piskopiano was a lovely village a fifteen min walk up the hill or five minute taxi ride from Hersonissos.
It was lovely I stayed at a tiny Greek house with a little pool. It might well have changed beyond recognition now but I would like to return. I loved Koutouloufari it had a beautiful beach I might go there once more to see how it is and it will probably be the last holiday abroad. These days I’m not mad about travelling far but I might make the effort as it was beauftiful.
I would go May or September though as I have unpleasant memories of sunstroke when I was young.

The Italian Lakes are stunning and not too hot in the summer.

LOUISA1523

Have you been to Zadar? Or italian lakes? Or Skiathos? Or Corsica? Or Formentera? All nicer than crete , Rhodes or Cyprus....IMO anyway

I am not well travelled. But have visited Corsica.
We liked it, but had to use our schooldays french more than we had anticipated. Maybe it was the part we were in, I dont know.

Also been to all 3. Crete a couple of times. Not so keen on Cyprus though where we were staying contributed to that. I liked both Crete and Rhodes but there are lots of Greek Islands to choose from. What about Malta? Valletta the capital is very interesting and there are lots of resorts and places of interest. Only went there on a cruise though twice.

Have you been to Zadar? Or italian lakes? Or Skiathos? Or Corsica? Or Formentera? All nicer than crete , Rhodes or Cyprus....IMO anyway

Even to all of these and like the all.I think I would pick Crete or Cyprus,added bonus of Cyprus is they drive on the same side as us.
Crete is a big Island,it is only the main resorts that are crowded,lots of deserted beaches and quiet villages if you explore.

You mention Croatia,I love it there and only a short flight,Split is stunning,I love sea swimming which Croatia is perfect for.

Been to cyprus many times but always off season ( oct/nov) when its still warm enough to swim, but not too hot to have a decent walk.
Visited Rhodes and really liked rhodes town and Lindos too but the beach our hotel was on was stony! Which was very disappointing as I was assured it was a sandy beach.