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Lara Beach, Cyprus: Family Walk and What to Expect Outside Turtle Season

Published on April 30, 2025October 27, 2025 by VictoriaLeave a comment

If you’re exploring the unspoilt beauty of Cyprus and want to enjoy a more natural side of the island, Lara Beach is the perfect spot. Known for its protected turtle nesting grounds, this remote stretch of coastline offers raw, untouched scenery, turquoise seas, and fascinating conservation efforts. We visited Cyprus in April, outside of turtle season, and it was still one of the most memorable walks of our holiday.

Here’s everything we experienced — from the scenic mountain drive to the bottlecap jellyfish, and why visiting Lara Beach with kids is just as magical even when the turtles aren’t nesting.

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Walking from Baths of Aphrodite to Blue Lagoon: A Scenic Coastal Hike in Cyprus

Published on April 30, 2025October 27, 2025 by VictoriaLeave a comment

If you’re looking for a scenic, peaceful way to explore Cyprus beyond the tourist crowds, walking from the Baths of Aphrodite to the Blue Lagoon offers the perfect balance of natural beauty, mild adventure, and quiet reflection. We kicked off our family holiday in Polis with this coastal hike, and although the Blue Lagoon wasn’t quite what we expected due to the wavy weather, it was a brilliant way to start our week in Cyprus.

Rather than taking a boat trip to Blue Lagoon — the more common way to visit — we chose to hike. We love walking and hiking (well, Ben and I do — the kids not so much, but they are good little walkers!). We also knew that due to the choppy sea conditions, boat tours from Latchi Harbour weren’t running that day anyway.

The calm, turquoise waters we’d seen in postcards and guidebooks weren’t on display during our visit, but we saw a different side of this famous spot — and still found the walk incredibly worthwhile.

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What’s the Weather Like in Rhodes in October? Our Family Experience

Published on April 30, 2025December 15, 2025 by VictoriaLeave a comment

If you’re planning a half-term or autumn escape, you might be wondering: what is the weather like in Rhodes in October?

We visited Rhodes during the second half of October in 2024 for a family holiday and were pleasantly surprised by how warm, sunny, and enjoyable it still was, especially compared to the cooler, greyer weather that was settling in back home in the UK!

We also returned to Rhodes in October 2025, and had slightly different weather, but still mainly good, which I’ll also share at the end of this article.

In this post, I’ll share exactly what the weather was like for us, what we wore, and the activities we enjoyed — plus a few practical tips if you’re considering a holiday to Rhodes in October.

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Villa Kambos Dio Review: Honest Insights from our Family Holiday to Polis, Cyprus

Published on April 21, 2025October 27, 2025 by VictoriaLeave a comment

Thinking of booking a peaceful villa holiday in Cyprus? Villa Kambos Dio looks like an ideal option on paper — surrounded by nature, spacious, and close to the coast. But what’s it really like to stay there as a family?

Read on for my honest family holiday review, including the good, the bad, and everything in between…

If you’re looking for a peaceful, spacious villa surrounded by citrus groves yet close enough to explore the coast and countryside of Cyprus, Villa Kambos Dio offers a fantastic setting. We stayed for one week in April and enjoyed a quiet, relaxing holiday in a well-located base that’s ideal for families.

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11 Free Things to Do in Latchi with Kids

Published on April 16, 2025October 27, 2025 by VictoriaLeave a comment

If you’re visiting Latchi in Cyprus with your family, you’ll be glad to know that there are plenty of free things to do, especially if you have little ones to entertain! Whether you’re staying nearby or just popping by for the day, Latchi is the perfect spot for some laid-back family fun without spending a penny.

From sea swims and harbour walks to playgrounds and pebble hunting, here’s a list of our favourite free activities to do in Latchi with kids that are simple, fun, and all about making memories.

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