Villa Arcadia is just a 10 minute stroll from the centre of the lovely traditional hillside village of Tala, which has several Tavernas and grocers shops all with a 'local feel'. Tala is a prestigious residential area which has the great benefit of cooler, less humid air during the hot summer months. Due to its elevated position there are spectacular views down to the coastline around Paphos and Coral Bay.

A 15 minute drive will take you to Kato Paphos which is steeped in history, here you will find the pretty harbour, medieval fort, restaurants, bars, shops and lively nightlife. Paphos is listed as a World Heritage Site with Third Century mosaics, and the Tombs of the Kings. From Tala you can easily drive to the Akamas Peninsular, and the Troodos Mountains, where you can explore Kykkos Monastery and several wineries producing local Cypriot wines. For those interested in Golf then nearby Tsada offers an 18 hole Golf Course, with a further two courses within a 30 minute drive.

2 x World Heritage Sights
 
Roman Mosaics
This is a vast site on the edge of Paphos with the entry near the Harbour in Kato Paphos.  If you think you've seen mosaics think again, there are several excavated houses with the most amazing mosaics in, many are protected from the sun (which provides welcome shade for visitors as well) and show scenes from mythology and ordinary life, as well as a huge variety of unusual patterns. There are several sets of mosaics in the open air and some are still being uncovered.  As well as these houses with the mosaics there are also other remains such as old walls, theatres, a ruined fort etc.

Tombs of the Kings
These are about a 5 minute drive from the middle of Kato Paphos on the bus route to Coral Bay.  It is a vast Necropolis with rock cut tombs in a variety of styles.  The tombs have been constructed to resemble houses so the whole area is a little bit like a city carved into the rock.  Excavations are continuing and more tombs are being opened up.  Eight tombs are highlighted in the guide book and site map.

Paphos Aphrodite Waterpark
There is a brilliant childrens area with a number of attractions to suit all ages, including a small water slide.

A Lazy River trip is a slow, winding river around the park, taking approx 15 mins to go round in a yellow ring. There are several features on the route, including darkended tunnels, waterfalls, water sprays etc. The Kamikaze is a steep and undulating ride with 5 shoots alongside each other. The Freefall ride is what it says; a near vertical drop which lifts you off the surface of the shoot for a second or too, before firing along the long horizontal section at the bottom. Adrenalin rush time! Other are The Black Hole, a very quick slide all in the dark where your sense of direction is lost totally. Also, there is another another adult/child slide where 3-4 persons sit in a high backed ring. Good fun for kids again. A pool with wave machine every hour is also good. In total, about 8-10 different rides plus the childrens section make it an extremely fun day out.

Entry is about £16 adults and £6 children. (Many discount vouchers can be had when purchasing food etc in local supermarkets - something to look for). You are given a wrist band on entry and access to lockers for a small extra fee. When buying food, snacks and drinks at the numerous outlets, your wristband is scanned, hence no need to carry cash all day. You simply check-out when you leave the park and pay whatever balance. Prices for food are reasonable.

There are loads of sun beds and umbrellas in all sorts of areas around the park and lots of lifeguards and people to help. Couples should have little concerns about leaving a bag with some basics ie. camera, sun cream etc as it would seem quite safe and secure.

The main highlight is the ability for this park to appeal to a wide audience and children will love it. You have to climb steps to get to the highest level rides although very good exercise. The stone floor can become very hot on bare feet and shade is very welcome. Very minor points though and certainly not something to put you off.

Parking is very good at the park and free. Lots of toilet facilities

Paphos Scuba Diving In Paphos and Coral Bay
There are several operators offering Scuba Diving in Paphos and Coral Bay.

CyDive has locations in both Central Paphos and attached to the Corallia Beach Apartments in Coral Bay. They have a schedule of planned trips and can offer additional dives if you ask. It is not unusual with scuba diving for dive sites to be changed to suit the weather/diving conditions - but the alternative dive sites are good.  The dive leaders are good company on the way to and from the dive sites and good dive leaders underwater - no rushing and plenty of opportunity to explore swim throughs and sea life.

An alternative ss DivePoint near the Roman hotel in Paphos.

Paphos Museums & Attractions
Paphos in its entirety is like one big museum, with rich bits of history around every corner.  However, the specific known history of Paphos is commemorated in numerous museums which travellers often find to be both interesting and educational.  Some of those places which should be explored by Paphos visitors include:

Byzantine Museum – This museum highlights the history of the area from the twelfth through the eighteenth century, exploring the influence of Byzantine rule on Paphos culture.

Churches and Basilicas – These make up a huge portion of the history of Paphos.  Some of the ones which should not be missed include the Theoskepasti Church which is an example of a twentieth century religious building in Paphos, the Panayia Chrysopolitissa Church which highlights the Byzantine religious period and the Limeniotissa Basilica which dates al the way back to the fifth century.

Ethnographical Museum – This museum outlines the history of the people of the area, beginning in ancient times and continuing all the way through to the people making local history there today.

Paphos District Archaeological Museum – This museum is the one offering the most extensive historical exploration of the land surrounding Paphos.
Updated information on the visiting hours for Paphos museums and other attractions is available online at http://www.cosmosnet.net/azias/cyprus... .

Golf Clubs
Secret Valley Golf Club - Only 30 minutes drive from the Villa
Minthis Hills Golf Club - Tsada only 10 minutes drive from the Villa
Founded in 1994 on the hills of Tsada, set on the grounds of 12th century monastery, in a verdant valley. Created by Donald Steel and renovated by Mackenzie + Ebert in 2006/07, it plays to a par 71 and measures 5828 meters. Situated on the outskirts of Pafos, the altitude of 550 meters above sea level ensures cool breezes during the summer months.