The third largest island in the Mediterranean, Cyprus, has 35 beaches that have successfully qualified for Blue Flag status. The majority of beaches (there are no graded marinas) fall in the east ...

This independent nation has a lower cost of living and more visa options than many of its Mediterranean cousins.

But the flag of the self-proclaimed Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus is a red star-and-crescent on a white flag, and even if you live in Nicosia, the capital of Greek Cyprus, it's easy to spot.

Cyprus has been awarded a record number of ‘Blue Flag’ beaches in recognition of the quality and safety of its beaches. Three additional beaches have been awarded with a Blue Flag this summer ...

England now has more Blue Flag beaches than holiday favourites Cyprus, Mexico or South Africa, with 77 in total. This is up from 71 in 2019 (the accolade wasn’t awarded in 2020 due to the pandemic).