Your packing list for a trip to Cyprus won’t be much different to your packing list for a trip to any European country, but there are a few things you need to consider.
Cyprus is a very hot sunny country so if you’re visiting in summer you are going to want to pack lightweight natural fibre clothing, and in particular something with long sleeves or that can at least cover your shoulders from the sun. The sun in Cyprus is extreme, and sunscreen can only protect you so much. You should also know that it is warmer longer in Cyprus than you would expect, Cyprus people typically wear summer clothing from May to October. Having said that, it can get cool in the evenings so we would recommend also packing a light sweater, or for women, a lightweight cashmere pashmina is perfect.
While you’ll probably be wearing very light cool clothing most of the time you are touring in Cyprus, you’ll also want to consider packing something that you can pop on that is modest and respectful for churches and monasteries.
As Cyprus is an Island, you’ll be around water and water sports a lot. The island lies at approximately 33 degrees and the ultraviolet rays reflect easily off the sand and the water. Packing a pair of good Polaroid sunglasses will make your trip so much more comfortable.
Mosquito repellent in summer is essential.
Cyprus uses Uk 3 pins as well as European 2 pins for their electrical sockets, and they use a voltage of 240 volts, so if you are coming from north America you’ll want to pack an adaptor as well as making sure that you’re appliances can take the 240 volts. The electricity is just like in the UK. You can find international travel adaptors along with other travel accessories online or in any good travel shop.
Don’t pack a towel, as they have great beautiful designs there that you can buy as a souvenir. On that note, they also have fantastic cheap shopping baskets and pottery that make great useable souvenir gifts for loved ones back home.
Drinks and tobacco are cheaper in Cyprus than in Europe, so don’t forget to pack your party attitude too!