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Walkable cities: Riga
Latvia’s capital, Riga, has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1997 and its compact core is ideal for exploring on foot.
Sitting just a short distance from Paphos on the untamed southwest coast of Cyprus, beachfront sanctuary Cap St Georges Hotel and Resort is a haven for families seeking high-end serenity.
From acclaimed dining at the many restaurants to its state-of-the-art spa, the resort offers discreet luxury that caters for guests of every age. Here are five reasons why Cap St Georges is a firm family favourite:
1. Location, location, location
Sitting next to the Akamas National Park and surrounded by undulating hills and coastline, you’ll have some of the country’s best beaches at your feet. Kafizis Beach, in front of the resort, is a Blue Flag destination where families can enjoy golden sands and crystal-clear waters. Or try Olive Tree Beach with its shaded sunbeds and oversized parasols for a serene escape on the water’s edge.
2. Bring out the big kid in you
You’re never too old for a waterpark – a staple of the family summer escape – and this summer Cap St Georges introduced a state-of-the-art, adult-and-kid- friendly waterpark, offering splash-filled fun for guests of every age. With temperatures in the summer months reaching 30C plus, the new ‘aquatic paradise’ is the perfect place to cool off.
3. Get your game on
Where to start? There’s volleyball, five-a-side football, padel, tennis, table tennis and more to enjoy, all within the grounds. Golf enthusiasts and novices alike will love the new Toptracer™ Driving Range, with its world-class tracking technology overlooking the stunning coastline. It’s perfect for a family-friendly competition, so let the games begin.
4. Making memories
Fancy a guided horse-riding trek along the shore at sunset? Riders of all ages and experience levels can explore the scenic coastline together for a magical holiday memory.
Or try grape picking as a group at the resort’s organic farm and learning about the foods grown on site.
5. Entertainment for all ages
There are supervised activities for kids aged between three and 12, while older children and teens have a gamers’ paradise with their own high-tech space. The outdoor cinema screens animated favourites under the stars in the evenings.
For a trip out, visit The Pafos Zoo, set in a lush environment close to the resort. Home to monkeys, meerkats, crocodiles, kangaroos, albino wallabies, white lions and tigers, its collection of parrots and venomous snakes is one of the largest in Europe. A direct transfer bus will whisk you 4km along the coast to this animal kingdom.
Tempted?
Find out more at capstgeorges.com
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