Anyone been to Polis, Cyprus?

paularcher

Hi, I am off to Polis in Cyprus in a couple of weeks, and as this is my first visit, was just wondering if anyone out there has been recently that might pass on any tips for eating out, activities, prices etc?

I would like to know how much car hire is per day for 4x4 and 'normal' small hatch. What about a typical 2 course evening meal for two with a couple caraf's of local wine?

Also, can you hire a boat in Latchi? Any tips on fishing (both sea and coarse)? Cycle hire prices? etc, etc, etc.

Any info' would be much appreciated.

Many, many thanks in advance!!

Paul.

Gloomendoom

Try the Mystery Tavern in Polis. A full meze for two with booze, coffee and liqueurs came to just under 40 yoyos. Your eyeballs will be popping with the amount of food.
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exel1966

I thought Polis was in Scotland

PompeyPete

This should help...

http://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/ShowForum-g190388-i12285-Polis.html

...also have a look on the Paphos discussion forum.

I hope you've got your airport transfer sorted out. The Paphos taxi !!!!! have a fearsome reputation, and it's quite a drive from Paphos Airport, especially in the dark.

wallbash

Well I drove from Paphos to Polis , in a rented 4x4 and enjoyed the experience . Cant give you a breakdown on cost as the car was part of the whole package.
As for Polis , park just outside and walk, or have they sorted the one way bit!
As for restaurants, we were lucky , never had a bad one.
Look out for the piles of oranges , the freshly squeezed are wonderful.

Gloomendoom

If you do rent a car, be wary of the 'full' insurance. It often only covers you to drive on tarmac (sealed) roads. There are a lot of unsealed dirt roads in Cyprus.

Near Polis looking towards the Blue Lagoon...

paularcher

Many thanks for all your replies.

Paul.

Bronnie

Get yourself an online car hire quote from this company. English speaking and have always got back to me very quickly with car availability and quote.

http://www.carrentalcyprus.co.uk/


They were recommended by one of the regulars on TripAdvisor Cyprus Board a couple of years ago. I have used them a couple of times and been very happy with the car, price and easy efficient service.

Driving is very easy in Cyprus, I have always been met with the car at the airport and kept it for the duration.

PompeyPete

Bronnie wrote: »

Driving is very easy in Cyprus, I have always been met with the car at the airport and kept it for the duration.

Here's the Cyprus Highway Code...

1. Traffic emerging from side roads have full right of way to those on the main highway.
2. Likewise, traffic coming in the opposite direction and turning right in front of you have total priority.
3. If the vehicle in front of you is only just exceeding the speed limit you are entitled to overtake them, even on a blind bend.
Do not be concerned about traffic coming towards you, it is their responsibility to take evasive action.
4. Always cut corners - you will be amazed how much fuel this saves over a year.
5. At junctions, "Stop" does not actually mean "Stop" – it’s just that "Give Way if you really, really have to" would not fit on the sign.
6. A 'Red Traffic Light' also does not mean "Stop" - You should edge forward for at least 10 metres ready to roar away the moment the lights change. That half second you save may be invaluable when you are older.
7. Please be aware that the intermittent flashing light found on each corner of your vehicle is strictly for ornamental purposes only. On no account should they be used to try and indicate direction of travel as this will only confuse other road users.
8. Parking in town and city centres is not always easy but fortunately there are some 'Free Parking Areas' – these are easily identified by the black and white 'zebra' style markings with zig-zag lines either side. Should these spaces be full (they usually are) then you must not park on the double yellow lines. Instead park on the pavement alongside. Do not worry about the pedestrians as they will have ample room to go around your car and into the road.
9. If you are a motorcyclist ensure you cover your hair with lots of Extra Strong Gel. This will give your head great protection and alleviate the need to wear one of those nasty, unattractive 'helmet' type hats.
10. Also a motorcyclist should remove any type of ‘silencer' from his bike. It is important that no one should be denied hearing the tuneful melody emitted by his souped up 50cc 'Hotbird'.

* The only exception to the above "Rules" should, obviously, be taxi drivers. For as we all know they can do exactly as they like!

PompeyPete

The above was Part I, here's Part II...

1. Indicators will give away your next move. A confident Cypriot driver
avoids using them.

2. Under no circumstance should you maintain a safe distance between you and the car in front of you, because somebody else will fill in the
space, putting you in an even more dangerous situation.

3. The faster you drive through a red light; the less chance you have of
getting hit.

4. Never get in the way of an older car that needs extensive bodywork,
especially with WW, MO or MH plates. With no insurance, the other
operator probably has nothing to lose.

5. Braking is to be done as hard and late as possible to
ensure that your ABS kicks in, giving a vigorous, foot massage as the
brake pedal violently pulsates. For those of you without ABS, it's a
chance to strengthen your leg muscles.

6. Never pass on the right when you can pass on the left. It's a good
way to prepare other drivers entering the motorway.

7. Speed limits are arbitrary figures, given only as a suggestion and
are not enforceable in Cyprus during rush hour.

8. Always brake and rubberneck when you see an accident or
even someone changing a tyre. This is seen as a sign of
respect for the victim.

9. Learn to swerve abruptly without signalling. Cyprus is the home of
high-speed slalom driving thanks to the Department of Public Works,
which puts potholes in key locations to test drivers' reflexes and keep
them alert!

10. It is tradition in Cyprus to honk your horn at cars in front of you
that do not move three milliseconds after the light turns green.

11. To avoid injury in the event of a collision or rollover,
it is important to exit your vehicle through the windscreen right away.
Wearing your seat belt will only impede your hi-velocity escape from
danger.

12. Remember that the goal of every Cypriot driver is to get ahead of the pack by whatever means necessary.

Bronnie

Don't put the OP off! Part of the excitement of holidays is finding out new things for yourself!