Cyprus is an island of legends that basks year-round in the light of the warm Mediterranean sun. An interesting past spanning 10,000 years has seen civilizations come and go and the likes of everyone from Alexander the Great to Cleopatra stake their claim here - but then, people do tend to get possessive when faced with such beauty. Aphrodite made her home on Cyprus , and travellers throughout antiquity came here just to pay her tribute.

Today Cyprus is a modern country that effortlessly marries European culture with ancient enchantment. Here you will discover a compact world of alluring beaches and fragrant mountain peaks, vineyards studded with olive trees and ancient ruins that stir the imagination, plus citrus groves and old stone-built villages where sweet wine flows as freely as conversations at the local café.

Cyprus is a carefree place where a sense of timelessness is magnified by the kindness of the people.

Why Cyprus if you're thinking of combining medical tests or a medical procedure with a holiday?

• Cyprus is the southernmost island in the Mediterranean - hot in the summer months and delightfully mild during the UK's winter months; it offers a comfortable environment year-round
• There's very little pollution - the Cypriot shores are blessed with very clean water in which to bathe and the air quality is extremely good
• Many Cypriots speak English - a legacy of years of British rule
• In Cyprus, you drive on the left, as in the UK
• It's a safe, easily-accessible destination, served by both scheduled and charter airlines from all over the UK, so you can travel from an airport near to home
• There are endless possibilities for activities during your holiday, from gentle walks or golf to cycling, swimming, visiting ancient monasteries or mountain villages, and from cultural options to a wide range of adventure trips. Any family or friends accompanying you on holiday will find plenty to do - there's something to suit all tastes - and there are many relaxing options for those recuperating post-surgery, too
• The food is excellent, with plenty of fresh fruit and fish plus superb home-cooked Mediterranean dishes - both healthy and tasty