Mare Paphos Hotel

Cyprus

Few destinations ignite the imagination quite like Paphos, revered as the mythical birthplace of Aphrodite. Those seeking family memories on the sun-soaked shores here should look to new kid on the block, Mare Paphos. Since opening earlier this year, the resort has made a name for itself as a haven for multi-generational fun. Kids will delight in the on-site water park, creative workshops and daily sports sessions, while parents can retreat to the adults-only pool and indulge in wine tastings and spa treatments. Rooms range from doubles to family rooms and swim-up suites. The Unesco-listed area has no shortage of heritage-rich sites: stroll along the port to Paphos Castle, hike the Akamas Peninsula or dive among shipwrecks. And, back at base, a gastronomic series, led by chefs Alexandros Tsiotinis and Iosif Sykianaki, champions Cypriot cuisine until 18 July.

Words by Megan Dickson.

Doubles from £160. +357 2694 4250, mareresorts.com