So we know that Limassol’s waterfront is a modern tourist beach with plenty of conveniences, but you may be in need of a more serene day by the Mediterranean.

If that’s the case then there are all sorts of choices east and west of the town.

West of Limassol and great for uncertain swimmers is Avdimou Beach, a broad curve of sand and shingle far too large to ever be overcrowded. The beach arcs deeply inland ensuring light waves and waters that don’t reach above knee high until you’re a long way out.