What to Pack for Cyprus: A Guide for People Who Forget Their Brain at the Airport

Right, so you’ve booked a trip to Cyprus. Lovely. Sun, sea, and more British tourists than you’ll find in Blackpool on a bank holiday. But before you start daydreaming about sipping cocktails by the beach, let’s talk about what you need to pack—because let’s be honest, most people pack like they’re moving to Mars.

1. Sunscreen (No, Factor 10 Won’t Save You, Dave)

Look, I know. “I don’t burn, I just go red and then it turns to tan.” No, mate. You go red, you look like an overcooked lobster, and then you spend the rest of your holiday in a cold shower, crying. Get Factor 50, or prepare to spend your holiday resembling a human tomato.

2. Swimwear (Preferably Not Your See-Through One, Karen)

Now, you might think, “Oh, I’ll just wear my old trunks from 1998.” No. The elastic’s gone. One wave and you’re giving the locals a full moon in broad daylight. And ladies, maybe test your bikini in the shower before realising mid-swim that it goes see-through faster than your mate disappearing when it’s their round.

3. A Plug Adapter (Because Cyprus Doesn’t Care About Your UK Charger, Greg)

Yes, Cyprus uses the same plugs as the UK, but wait—what if you’re coming from somewhere else? You’ll end up in some dodgy tourist shop, paying €20 for an adapter that probably catches fire before your phone even hits 5%.

4. Shoes You Can Walk In (Not Just ‘Instagram Shoes’, Sarah)

Ah, the classic holiday mistake: packing nothing but flip-flops and heels. You’ll be all confident, strutting down the cobbled streets of Ayia Napa—until you’re on the floor, crying, and blaming the pavement. Bring trainers. Or enjoy walking like Bambi on ice.

5. Mosquito Repellent (Because They Will Eat You Alive)

Cyprus mosquitos are different. They’re like tiny vampires with gym memberships. You’ll wake up looking like a dot-to-dot puzzle. Get some repellent, or prepare to spend the week slapping yourself like you’re auditioning for a mime act.

6. A Hat (Or Just Accept Your Scalp’s Going to Peel Like a Bad Paint Job)

“Oh, I don’t need a hat, I’ll be fine.” Sure, until your forehead starts blistering and your scalp flakes off like croissant pastry. Wear a hat. It’s not a fashion statement—it’s survival.

7. Painkillers (For The ‘One Too Many Cocktails’ Mornings)

You WILL have one night where you say, “Let’s just have one drink,” and suddenly it’s 4 AM and you’re best mates with a group of German tourists you’ll never see again. Bring painkillers, unless you enjoy staring at the ceiling, questioning every life decision you’ve ever made.

8. A Sense of Humour (Because Things Will Go Wrong)

Your suitcase might get lost. You might get sunburnt in the shape of your sunglasses. You will definitely meet at least one bloke who thinks he’s ‘a bit of a DJ’. Just roll with it. Cyprus is brilliant, and as long as you’re not the person who packed jeans and a leather jacket for a 35°C holiday, you’ll have a great time.

Now go pack. And for the love of Zeus, don’t forget your passport.

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