Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus

The Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) occupies the northern and eastern reaches of Cyprus, with scheduled flights from Leeds, Liverpool, London, Manchester and other regional airports providing means of entry. If flying to Ercan Airport North Cyprus passengers must transit briefly in Turkey. No visa is required for British or EU citizens wishing to visit or cross between the northern and southern parts of the country, meaning those wishing to fly into Larnaca and Paphos can easily commute to the north of the island in just over an hour. There are seven crossings for those making the journey, including a free border walkthrough at Ledra Street. Car hire (taking your hire car to the south of the island is not usually allowed) is reasonable and offers an effective, viable means of exploration, with left-hand side driving an added bonus. A local network of buses known as dolmus operate a myriad of routes and is an alternative option to getting around.

English is considered a second language after Turkish, especially in Kyrenia. The currency is Turkish lira, meaning your well-earnt money goes further here. Life is much less costly than its southern counterpart. Euros and Pound sterling are still widely accepted in many North Cyprus establishments. As the sun sets, a wealth of traditional Turkish music shows can be experienced, and travellers can rest in the knowledge North Cyprus is virtually a crime-free zone after dark.