Departed 12.07. 11 for 10 days in a full family composition - me with my wife and two sons.
We flew on a Boeing company Transaero, if not to be particularly picky, the flight was 4+, the flight attendants were a little sluggish in delivering drinks, but the takeoff and landing took place at the appointed time. Then the transfer without delay, along the way the guide told a lot of interesting things about the island. Check-in was also no problem - a Russian-speaking employee made us out, he was sympathetic to the fact that we were with children, and we were able to easily choose a room option. The interior and exterior of the hotel is quite fresh - as we were told, the major renovation was recently. In general, the hotel made a good impression from the first day - with its comfort, well-groomed territory, and friendly staff.
The rooms, of course, are cleaned daily, and not only on top of a rag, but in all places quite carefully, I checked at the entrance - there was no dust or debris under the beds, and no one extorted tips, as sometimes happened in Egyptian hotels.
There has never been a situation where the staff would show that the Germans or the British are first-class tourists, and we are second-class, the sympathy of the local population for the Russians is very noticeable. Both bartenders and waiters always did everything with a smile, and, of course, we answered the same. They fed well, with a bias towards local traditions, the choice always satisfied both adults and children, plus fruits and vegetables not plastic, plus local wine.
Separately, I note the children's animation of Natalie. Both of our boys fall into the category from 6 to 12 years old, a pirate club worked for them (program "Summer under a pirate flag"). Many travelers have already spoken about it, but I will support it. This is a great help for parents, they also want to be alone. And it is also an unforgettable experience for children - the animators worked talentedly, with soul. Lots of creative contests, my wife and I were really interested to watch! The boys in the evenings talked excitedly about the past day.
I summarize: the trip was worth the money, I liked the hotel very much, the animation for children is super, but there is nothing to say about Cyprus.
I immediately liked the reception at the reception, everyone sincerely wanted us and the children to be comfortable. Children are truly loved and welcomed there.
The hotel is located in a quiet place, but in general the area is touristy, so there was enough entertainment around. It is convenient and cheap to get to the center of Limassol by bus in about 20 minutes. You can also take a taxi, of course. The rooms are simple and tidy. Not old. In our room they also put a bunk bed for the offspring. Food - zachot, even the wife was not picky, and the boys generally gobbled up both cheeks, they did not see such pickles at home. The buffet is really top five.
The pools are good, there is enough space even though the hotel was full. To the beach (depending on which part of it you like) go 5-7 minutes. Sunbeds and umbrellas are paid. Rent a sunbed or umbrella - 2.50 euros per day (each). The sea is warm, clean, well, as always in Cyprus.
Separately, I would like to thank the children's animators - the best we have seen. The boys are delighted, but we could spend time together. We also rented a car and traveled all over the island. The kids liked the necropolis in Paphos, where you can climb caves just like in the Mummy movie, but I didn’t tell them that it’s just more of a cemetery) You can also go to Cape Greco, it’s beautiful there. And in general, Cyprus is good)
I was pleasantly surprised by the hotel, the rooms were already ready, the check-in took a minute, the entire package of documents filled out upon check-in was issued immediately along with the room keys in exchange for passports. The next day filled and exchanged back. The hotel is quite comfortable, clean, the rooms are normal. We got to the main building, so the problems with water and air conditioning passed us. The problems were in another building, judging by the reviews. We took the all inclusive option. Pleasantly surprised by the drinks, very good quality and range. Good beer. I recommend trying the local hits commandaria (such as Crimean muscat) and tsivania (moonshine 45%). The kitchen is magnificent, unfortunately, gorging is here, mom, don't worry. For every taste and color. The staff is well trained and polite, but not enough Russian speakers. When problems arose, it was often necessary to use English-speaking compatriots. So let the great and mighty teach.
Rest there, of course, is ideal for the Anglo-Saxons, all the fun for them, such as our "lotto", and all sorts of nonsense. And so, in order to mentally arrange dances, tripe, clogged with dinner, shock, these are "figures". Moreover, no special investments are required for this, at 9 pm there is a daily disco for children with wonderful compositions of the 80s, such as Eagles, Boni, M, etc. , unclear. The topic, like go to nightclubs, there are a lot of them here, is not very suitable, due to ignorance of the language and lack of information about the direction of nightlife.
Again, a wonderful bar with live music, where, for some reason, no one dances either, closes at 12 at night. Sometimes I wanted to sit in it until the morning. Respect and respect for the Russian-speaking girl in the bar (in my opinion, a representative of one of the countries of the former Warsaw Pact). I was so sunk into the soul of her proposal for the Russian: Would you like to pour more?
Municipal beaches, of course, are inferior in terms of comfort to private ones at the hotel. That is, you didn’t want to swim in the chlorine pool, and no one will bring you your “all-inclusive” drink at the sea. Therefore, we swam for hours until we were stupefied in the sea, then we went to correct our balance in the hotel. The beach, which seemed too dirty to us at 300m from the hotel, was found acceptable for 500m. I do not regret it, I liked walking in the heat from the hotel to the sea and back. In this case, in addition to benefits for the body, a sea of u200bu200bjoy to flop into water, salty or with bleach.
Pleasant atmosphere in the city, you can walk all night, beautiful and romantic. Friendly natives, many speak Russian.
Right-hand drive, cool, the car always appears on the wrong side, where you expect to see it, so you have to keep your eyes open.
Of the excursions, we chose a boat trip, because. It was hot, I didn't want to ride on the bus. I do not advise, breeding rabbits and the view of Limassol from the sea 100m from the coast. Every day I saw it all for free at the next swim.
In general, it’s boring, sort of like a vacation for families with children, I don’t know, I didn’t have a child with me. Solid four. There will be dancing and a bar until the morning, there will be five.