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Direct Traveller is an independent tour operator specializing in Northern Cyprus. For an exceptional selection of North Cyprus Accommodation, visit Direct Traveller website. Customers can also call and speak to Direct Traveller staff that have specialist knowledge of the area and can recommend the best Accommodation, North Cyprus has to offer. Customers can rest assure their holiday to North Cyprus will be nothing short of extraordinary and value for money.

Direct Traveller provides a varied selection of North Cyprus Accommodation to suit everyone, whether it is a 5 star luxury accommodation or a small boutique hotel. The selection of North Cyprus Accommodation is also suitable for all ages from infants to the elderly. No matter what the price clients can expect exceptional service from all the North Cyprus Accommodation provided by Direct Traveller.

Direct Traveller is the fastest growing tour operator for North Cyprus. It attributes its success to exceptional level of customer service provided by its’ staff both in UK and North Cyprus. Direct Traveller was the first tour operator to provide direct flights to Cyprus therefore providing a varied choice and flexibility in flights to Cyprus from 18 UK airports.

When looking for Accommodation in North Cyprus there is no better selection to choose from than with Direct Traveller. Visit www.directtraveller.com or call 0845 123 5383 for a brochure and find out more about the North Cyprus Accommodation available.

Direct Traveller was the first tour operator to provide flights directly into Cyprus and give its customers the choice to fly via Turkey or directly into Larnaca. As Direct Traveller is an independent tour operator it is able to pick and choose from various airlines to give its customers value for money and flexibility in Flights to North Cyprus.

Direct Traveller pride themselves on being the most competitive tour operator for holidays and Flights to North Cyprus. Direct Travellers are always able to find a bargain whether they are looking for 5 star luxury holiday or a budget holiday. There are holidays and Flights to North Cyprus to suite every budget.

Direct Traveller can rest assure knowing they are ABTA and ATOL protected. All Direct Traveller holidays and Flights to North Cyprus come with a guarantee of protection. Direct Traveller is the fastest growing and one of the leading Tour Operators providing holidays and Flights to North Cyprus. Direct Traveller has helped thousands find their perfect holiday to North Cyprus and go back again and again for the past 8 years.

Direct Traveller has specialist staff with specific knowledge of North Cyprus that can help you find that perfect getaway. Plus with 18 UK departure airports you are guaranteed to find cheap Flights to North Cyprus with Direct Traveller. Log onto www.directtraveller.com or call 0845 123 5383 and find a bargain now!

One of the few untouched places for a holiday in the Mediterranean has to be Cyprus, Northern part. Cyprus North Holidays have not been so well known but it seems the secret is out and Cyprus, North is fast becoming a popular destination. Helped by the excellent exchange rate of the Turkish Lira many people are choosing to go on Cyprus North Holidays to escape the Euro.

Only 4.5 hours away from UK Cyprus North Holidays can make for a quick and economical getaway. With more than 300 days of sunshine Cyprus, North also makes for an all year destination. Winters are short and mild whilst summers are long and hot, temperatures can go well above 30o C during July and August. Cyprus North Holidays truly offers all the benefits of a Mediterranean holiday but none of the pit falls. You are spoilt for choice for things to see and do in Cyprus, North that can choose to do as much or as little as you like on your Cyprus North Holidays.

Cyprus North Holidays have something to offer each person no matter what it is you are interested in. Amazing colourful wild flowers and Orchids blossom to life during spring waking the island from wintery slumber. The beautiful scenery, the contrast between the sparkling Mediterranean Sea and the magnificent Five Finger Mountain range offers many opportunities for artists and photographers to capture the moment on a canvas or on film.

For holidays with an adrenaline rush you cannot go wrong with Cyprus North Holidays, there is a whole range of activities you can take part in. Mediterranean Sea provides an opportunity for a whole host of water sports from Jet Ski and paragliding to scuba diving. Cyprus, North is the home to the oldest ship wreck ever to be found, find out what other treasure await you on the sea bed.

To find out more go to www.directtraveller.com where you can search for the perfect Cyprus North Holidays to suit your needs. Direct Traveller staff is also hear to take your calls and guide you through the maze of all the fabulous hotels available that suit your needs and your budget. Call Direct Traveller on 0845 123 5383 and book a bargain Cyprus North Holiday.

It is not difficult to understand why Northern Cyprus Packages are so popular at the moment. Northern Cyprus is steeped in history, has beautiful long golden sandy beaches, amazing architecture and with the currency being Turkish Lira it is an excellent value for money destination. Escape the Euro and the crowds and book a Northern Cyprus Package holiday today. There are many Northern Cyprus Packages available with Direct Traveller and there is something to suit everyone. Whether it is 5 star luxury holidays you are looking for or something with a more modest budget Direct Traveller is bound to have the perfect Northern Cyprus Package for you.

Northern Cyprus Packages do not have to break the bank, not when you book through Direct Traveller that is. Direct Traveller is an independent tour operator, established since 2002 and we offer excellent customer service combined with great prices. It is for this reason that Direct Traveller has become a leader in Northern Cyprus Package holidays. Direct Traveller believes in going that extra mile for our customers and offering a personal service. Our website can be found at www.directtraveller.com and here you can browse through all the packages, flights and hotels we have available.

With specially negotiated rates on all our flights and our holidays you will find it difficult to beat us in terms of value for money. As a fully bonded ATOL tour operator and member of ABTA, your holiday when booked through us will be financially protected. As Direct Traveller is a totally independent tour operator, we are able to select only the flights and accommodation to create Northern Cyprus Packages that meet our very high standards of service, flexibility and value for money.

Browse our website now and see all the great Northern Cyprus Packages we have available and all our special offers. If you would like to talk to a member of Direct Traveller’s specialist staff, please do not hesitate to call us on 0845 123 5383. We would be delighted to have an initial discussion of your requirements and answer any questions you have.

What better place to stay than Kyrenia when looking to explore North Cyprus. Kyrenia Holiday is fast becoming popular with British tourists as it is still a relatively new destination and has been untouched by mass tourism. Kyrenia Holiday still offers the charisma and magic of North Cyprus. Kyrenia has the most magnificent Venetian Harbour as its centre piece.

Kyrenia Holiday has something to offer everyone because it works great as a base to explore the whole island. North Cyprus is full of historical monuments, splendid scenery and breathtaking natural un-spoilt sandy beaches and Kyrenia makes for the best holiday destination.

The soothing atmosphere of the beautiful Mediterranean Sea makes Kyrenia Holiday a thoroughly relaxing and an utterly enjoyable experience. Kyrenia Holiday has all the benefits of a Mediterranean destination without the crowds so finding that perfect spot on the beach is never a struggle. Kyrenia is an all year destination where temperatures never go below 20C degrees and can go above 30C degrees during the peak months of summer. You can have the best of both worlds with Kyrenia Holiday, the cooling sea breeze from the Mediterranean Sea to the front and the refreshing mountain air from the Five Finger Mountain range as the backdrop of the town.

There is so much to see and do in and around Kyrenia that will want to go back again and again. In the foot hills of the Five Finger Mountains is the village of Bellapais. Here you will find the beautiful Bellapais Monastery giving breathtaking views of Kyrenia Town and the Mediterranean Sea beyond. You can book day trips and excursion during your Kyrenia Holiday to see the ancient city of Salamis and Famagusta where you can see a number of ancient monuments. Other attractions include watching the female Turtles coming ashore to lay their eggs or watching the eggs hatch and baby turtles making their way to sea.

Direct Traveller can help you book the perfect package for your Kyrenia Holiday. Direct Traveller has a number of packages to suit your needs and your pocket. Whether it is a relaxing family holiday or a romantic break for two in a small boutique hotel Direct Traveller is sure to have deal to suit you. Direct Traveller website is at www.directtraveller.com where you can find out more about Kyrenia, North Cyprus and all our wonderful offers. You can also speak to one of our travel consultants on 0845 123 5383 to help you book just the right Kyrenia Holiday.

With so many destinations to choose from in the Mediterranean it can be a little difficult to decide where to go for your next holiday. Let Direct Traveller help you make up your mind and choose to Holiday in Northern Cyprus. Northern Cyprus is a truly a magnificent place with breathtaking scenery, miles of amazing golden sandy beaches, fabulous mix of Mediterranean and Turkish cuisine and of course the friendliest people you will ever encounter.

Northern Cyprus benefits from a great Mediterranean climate, with sunshine all year round the Mediterranean Sea is always at just the right temperature for a swim. Winters are short and sweet with a mild climate and spring comes early on the island, about March time, when the island starts to wake from it wintery slumber. It is an ideal time to go on Holiday in Northern Cyprus during this time as the island comes to life in abundance of colour with wild flowers and orchids blossoming perfect weather for a picnic in the mountains.

People who visited the island will tell you that Northern Cyprus is one of the most welcoming countries in the world. Holiday in Northern Cyprus and you will not disagree with this. Direct Traveller can help you book the right flights and accommodation to create your perfect Holiday in Northern Cyprus. There are so many hotels to choose from in Northern Cyprus that you will not know which one offers the best value for money at the expense of quality. This is where Direct Traveller can help we are a specialist tour operator managing Holidays in Northern Cyprus.

Direct Traveller offers a choice of 18 UK departure airports to fly from and with various airlines. You also have the choice of flying directly to Cyprus or via Turkey. With so much choice in flights and accommodation you are bound to find a bargain with Direct Traveller. You can look for yourself on www.directtraveller.com or call us on 0845 123 5383 and one of our trained travel consultants can guide you to the best Holiday in Northern Cyprus.

Cyprus-Northern must be the best kept secret of the Mediterranean. It is flawless perfection that you dream of for an island holiday. The fact that it is yet to be discovered by the masses makes it an even more desirable destination. Cyprus-Northern is only four and half hours flight time away from the UK and much more economical than many other Mediterranean destinations, thanks in much part to the favourable exchange rate of the Turkish Lira compared to the Euro.

Cyprus-Northern provides something to please each and every visitor with a varied landscape and enchanting scenery many artists, photographers and even budding novelists have been drawn to the island to capture it all in a painting or on film. “Bitter Lemons” by Lawrence Durrell has to be the most well known book about Cyprus-Northern it gives an insight into life on the island. Many of the attractions mentioned in the book are still there such as the Bellapais Abbey and the “Tree of Idleness” where legend has it that anyone who sits under the tree for too long becomes lazy.

Whatever you are looking for from your holiday Cyprus-Northern is bound to fulfil your desires. Cyprus-Northern has miles of the most unspoiled beaches found in the Mediterranean for all you beach lovers out there. And as Cyprus-Northern is not yet swamped by throng of tourists you will find many of the beaches are near deserted so no need to worry about finding a perfect spot on the beach. The magnificent Five Finger Mountain range provides an excellent holiday to Cyprus-Northern for nature lovers. You can have a picnic in the mountains amongst all wild flowers and orchids found on the island or take a dip in the cooling Mediterranean Sea during the hottest months of summer. For something truly remarkable you can watch the female Turtles coming ashore to lay her eggs or watch the baby Turtles make their way to sea. Cyprus-Northern really is full of amazing experiences you will want to re-live again and again.

Visit Direct Traveller website on www.directtraveller.com or call on 0845 123 5383 and speak to one of our knowledgeable travel consultants. Make Cyprus-Northern your next holiday destination and let Direct Traveller book you the perfect package. Direct Traveller has been a specialist in providing holidays to Cyprus-Northern for the past 8 years. Direct Traveller is both ATOL and ABTA bonded so you can book your Cyprus-Northern holiday with ease.

Looking for a holiday with a difference? Famagusta is a city in North Cyprus enclosed within well-preserved walls that date back to medieval times. Famagusta is a city full of history with a diverse heritage and many charming and captivating cultural sights. Holiday to Famagusta is incomplete without visiting some of its enticing monuments such as Othello’s' Tower (the setting for Shakespeare’s epic play), The Twin Churches, St Nicholas Cathedral, the Venetian Palace, tomb of St Barnabas and Famagusta city walls to name a few. Famagusta Holidays are perfect for the explorer in you along with all the monuments of the city there are many ancient bazaars, charming shops, and plenty of cafes and bars to discover you are sure to fall in love with the place.

Famagusta Holidays in North Cyprus offers something for the not so active traveller also, with fantastic beaches, all along the Karpas peninsular where you can find many deserted beaches all to yourself. It is an area of unspoilt beauty which spreads out to the northern most tip of the island.

The magnificent ruins of the ancient city of Salamis, is a short drive away from the city of Famagusta. The ruins date back to 1100BC and are considered to be some of the worlds’ most crucial archaeological discovery. It offers an intriguing day trip for your Famagusta Holiday. If you would like to venture further out from Famagusta then Kyrenia is a must, with a picturesque harbour and an idyllic country village of Bellapais make the day trip well worth a visit. There is also the capital city Nicosia, the only capital in the world divided by a border.

Famagusta Holidays are available through Direct Traveller a specialist independent tour operator providing Holidays to Northern Cyprus. Direct Traveller has specialist knowledge of the island and a wide range of holidays and packages available for you to choose from. Direct Traveller website can be found at www.directtraveller.com, find all the different holiday packages available or call us on 0845 123 5383 and speak to one of our travel consultants and book your perfect Famagusta Holiday.

Since the border controls have been relaxed it has become even easier to travel to North Cyprus. Larnaca Flight means travelers can fly into South Cyprus at Larnaca Airport and cross the border at Nicosia. Direct Traveller is a specialist tour operator for North Cyprus and has been offering Larnaca Flight since 2004 and we were the first tour operator to do this.

Most popular time for Larnaca Flight is during the summer months of July – October. Temperatures during this time can go as high as 40oC making it perfect to laze in the Mediterranean Sea. You should try and book early if you are looking to go on holiday throughout these months as they Larnaca Flight do go very quickly for this period. Cheapest time to book Larnaca Flight would be during the winter months of November to March as prices are reduced to reflect this. Although winter in North Cyprus is not the same as here in the UK. North Cyprus has typical Mediterranean conditions where the temperatures hardly ever go below 20oC.

Larnaca Flight means it only takes four and half hours from the UK and with Direct Traveller you have 18 departures airports in the UK to choose from. Wherever you live you are bound to find an airport near you to fly from. So why not escape the cold dreary weather and book your Larnaca Flight with Direct Traveller now. Direct Traveller can arrange just the Larnaca Flight or the whole package including accommodation in North Cyprus and car hire if you wish. There is no need to worry about making your way to your hotel in North Cyprus as booking a whole package with Direct Traveller means transfers are complimentary.

Larnaca Flight also means you avoid waiting for an hour on the plane as you would if you were to travel via Turkey. Plus transfer time from Larnaca Airport is only one and half hours to Kyrenia in North Cyprus. Contact Direct Traveller on 0845 123 5383 and speak to one our specialist travel consultants or visit our website www.directtraveller.com and see all the offers we have available for Larnaca Flight and holidays to North Cyprus.

You might want to give Direct Traveller a call when looking for your next holiday. We provide Holidays in North Cyprus and have been doing so for the last 8 years. Direct Traveller is a leading specialist tour operator in arranging Holidays North Cyprus. North Cyprus is one of the unspoilt paradise islands in the Mediterranean and is fast becoming a popular destination for holidays.

You are guaranteed to have sunshine on your Holidays North Cyprus with more than 300 days of it every year it means you can take Holidays North Cyprus pretty much any time of the year. There is so much to see and do on your Holidays North Cyprus that you will find yourself going back year after year.

Let Direct Traveller find you just the right accommodation for you to stay at during Holidays North Cyprus. You will be amazed at the choice available with Direct Traveller not just to suit your needs but your budget too without compromising on quality. As an independent tour operator Direct Traveller is able to select only the finest hotels to meet all your requirements and offer the best in service.

A great number of activities are on offer during your Holidays North Cyprus such as golf, scuba diving, paragliding, horse riding, jeep safaris, bird watching and turtle watching. Those who prefer things a bit more quite would love the long sandy beaches of North Cyprus perfect for lounging in the sun. With the island having short and warm winters and long and scorching summers ideal for swimming in the glistening crystal clear waters of the Mediterranean Sea.

The diversity of the captivating landscape, miles of golden sandy beaches and peaks of the Five Finger Mountain range on such a small island makes for a dream Holidays North Cyprus for photographers and budding artistes. Find your hidden talents on your Holidays North Cyprus. Contact Direct Traveller on www.directtraveller.com or call on 0845 123 5383 and speak to one of our travel consultants now!

Ercan Airport is the entry point for North Cyprus and the recent extensive refurbishment has allowed even more cheap Ercan Flights to be available. Ercan Flights are also available from UK regional airports like Stansted and Manchester.

Although not many airlines fly into Ercan Airport flight prices are mainly kept down due to fierce competition between two main airlines, Pegasus Airlines and Cyprus Turkish Airlines. Take advantage of this rivalry and let Direct Traveller find you cheap Ercan Flights for your next holiday to North Cyprus.

Low cost does not mean low quality! The rivalry between the two airlines has meant that along with competitive prices customers get better service on board the flights also. Unlike other low cost carriers Pegasus Airlines include meals in their price and customers always get a comfortable seat with a 30” seat pitch. With Ercan Flights available from Heathrow, Stansted and Manchester you are guaranteed to find a bargain.

Direct Traveller is ABTA and ATOL members so customers can travel with the peace of mind of knowing they are protected. Direct Traveller has dedicated seats with various airlines so finding cheap Ercan Flights is easy. Transfer time from Ercan Airport to Kyrenia town is only 45 minutes so why not take advantage of the cheap Ercan Flights available with Direct Traveller and visit this relatively undiscovered island. Visit www.directtraveller.com or call 0845 123 5383 and speak to one of Direct Travellers’ specialist travel consultants to find you a fantastic deal.

For a holiday with a difference try Holiday Village Kyrenia, set on the coast of Northern Cyprus. Holiday Village Kyrenia provides an excellent base to explore one of Mediterranean’s hidden gems. Discover what makes Northern Cyprus such a remarkable island for yourself and contact Direct Traveller to book your next holiday. Direct Traveller has so many hotels to choose from in Holiday Village Kyrenia that you are bound to find the perfect place for you.

If visiting historical monuments and ancient ruins is your idea of a perfect holiday than Holiday Village Kyrenia makes for the best destination in the Mediterranean. There are so many places to visit that you will find difficult to fit it all in. Much of Holiday Village Kyrenia is focused around its Venetian Harbour where you can find Kyrenia Castle and St Hilarion Castle.

Kantara Castle is situated east of Holiday Village Kyrenia and it is in the most beautiful of mountain settings with wonderful views of the sparkling Mediterranean Sea on both sides. Buffaveneto Castle means “defier of the wind”, with the highest point of the castle at 950 metres above sea level it is the highest of three castles around Holiday Village Kyrenia. Buffavento was used as a signalling point for Kantara and St Hilarion Castles.

Go a little further out of Holiday Village Kyrenia and you will find Bellapais Abbey also known as “The Abbey of Peace” is a magnificent Gothic site and an absolute must for all visitors. Situated north east of Holiday Village Kyrenia and set on a mountain side originally built in 12th Century. Now, musical concerts are held here during spring and summer. The village of Bellapais has the most wonderful views over Holiday Village Kyrenia and the Mediterranean Sea beyond that most people find it hard to leave. Or it could be due to sitting and relaxing under “The Tree of Idleness” to watch the world go by, legend has it that anyone who sits under this tree long enough they become lazy and sluggish.

Othello’s Tower and Citadel is a medieval fortress guarding the harbour and town of Famagusta. Othello’s Tower is considered to the inspiration used by Shakespeare for his epic play Othello. The town of Famagusta is only a little over an hours drive from Holiday Village Kyrenia and here you can experience some of the most excellent views of both modern and ancient harbours. Ships today still use the same entrance as those in ancient times.

It is not just sightseeing that Holiday Village Kyrenia has to offer, you will be hard pressed to find better beaches anywhere else. Whether it is private cove for a romantic picnic you are looking or long stretch of sandy beach with lots of water sports activities that you will not be disappointed with Holiday Village Kyrenia.

Many of the hotels have private beaches of their own, some of which are open to non-residents but usually for a small fee. Summer sun can get very strong and can burn the skin in no time at all so make sure to keep sun block handy and drink plenty of water. Escape Beach is located to the West of Holiday Village Kyrenia. It is a sandy beach which is ideal for children of all ages. There are shower facilities on the beach along with a bar and restaurant. Escape Beach is where everyone goes for beach parties.

Alagadi Beach is located to the East of Holiday Village Kyrenia. This is one of the quieter beaches of North Cyprus with just a small café for hiring umbrellas but there are no water sports activities offered here. This is also a protected turtle beach where the female turtles come ashore to lay their eggs so are carefully monitored by groups of students. There is a centre of “Turtle Project” close by for visitors to find out more about turtle conservation projects.

The Karpas or “the pan handle” as it is often referred to, is quite a drive from Holiday Village Kyrenia but it is definitely worth a visit. The Karpas peninsula has probably got the most beautiful sandy beaches in North Cyprus which you will find you have to yourselves. You will need to hire a car for this trip as buses do not go all the way and with a hire car you are able to make stops as there are a number of attractions along the way, including the ancient city of Famagusta.

Direct Traveller is able to make all types of arrangements for your holiday from organising a car park at your departure airport to arranging car hire in North Cyprus. You can go to our website www.directtraveller.com and see all the wonderful offers we have for North Cyprus. Or contact Direct Traveller on 0845 123 5383 and speak to one of our trained travel specialists and book your next holiday to North Cyprus.

Looking to escape the poor exchange rates of the Euro but still want a Mediterranean Holiday? Try Direct Traveller and book a holiday to North Cyprus. It is not only a magnificent island but the currency of the country, Turkish Lira, makes it a very cost-effective holiday. So break away from the pack and try a Cheap Cyprus holidays where you still get the Mediterranean holiday but without all the crowds of people.

Cheap Cyprus holidays with Direct Traveller do not mean shabby hotels or inferior quality of service. Direct Traveller only provides hotels that offer value for money and can meet all the needs of our customers. There are 18 UK departure airports to choose from with Direct Traveller and whether you would like to fly directly into Cyprus or via Turkey. With so much choice on flights and accommodation finding Cheap Cyprus holidays is never tricky.

North Cyprus is still a relatively new destination in the Mediterranean which means it has not been overrun by tourists so you are certainly likely to fall in love with the untouched beauty of the island. Cheap Cyprus holidays need not be boring, there are so many water sports activities to take part in North Cyprus. There are numerous gorgeous beaches which majority of the time you will find almost all to yourself as the island is yet to be overrun by tourists. If lazing on a beach is not your thing then take a ferry for a day trip into Turkey or go see the number of historical monuments and ancient ruins on your Cheap Cyprus holidays.

North Cyprus has a typical Mediterranean climate and with more than 300 days of sunshine you can go almost anytime for your Cheap Cyprus holidays. Why not give Direct Traveller a call on 0845 123 5383 and speak to one of our specialist travel consultants or log onto our website www.directtraveller.com and find your Cheap Cyprus holidays.

Bellapais is a tranquil and beautiful small village in the Mountain Range of North Cyprus. The village affords breathtaking views, tiny streets and ancient buildings around every corner and still remains unchanged. Bellapais village has since been made famous in a book called “Bitter Lemons” by Lawrence Durrell based around life in Cyprus. Bellapais is an ideal place for those looking for a calm and relaxing holiday.

Direct Traveller provides many excursions in this area with the main attraction of Bellapais being Bellapais Abbey, the abbey of peace. It was built in 13th Century by the monks of Premonstratensian order. It is the most magnificent and beautiful ruin set in a breathtaking location. The Bellapais Abbey is precariously balanced on a natural terrace with an imposing view down to Kyrenia and the turquoise waters of the Mediterranean Sea. Today the site is a museum, with a restaurant and a café, and still occasionally used for classical music concerts and exhibitions.

Visitors can choose to while away the day exploring Bellapais village with its small lanes and narrow streets, filled many fine and inexpensive cafes and bistros dotted amongst the whitewashed buildings. Or just soak up the relaxed and laid back atmosphere under the ‘Tree of Idleness’ an ancient mulberry made famous in “Bitter Lemons”. However, according to legend whoever sits under this tree becomes lethargic and content and be unwilling to work ever again.

Direct Traveller provides a choice of fantastic quality accommodation in Bellapais. The Abbey Inn for starters is a wonderful little boutique hotel that visitors would absolutely fall in love with. The Residence at Bellapaix is another small good quality hotel, and then there is Bellapais Gardens offering very comfortable accommodation with an amazing cliff-top restaurant. For all those looking for a romantic break, Bellapais Monastery Village provides the perfect backdrop as an adults’ only hotel with magnificent panoramic views of Kyrenia coastline and the Five Finger Mountains.