Azia Resort and Spa: the Cyprus holiday experience reinvented in sustainable yet luxurious style
Lovers of sun, sea and style are spoiled for choice on the beautiful coast of Cyprus.
But finding the sweet spot between luxury and sustainability? That means looking a little harder. The good news is that resorts in Cyprus are starting to take their green responsibilities seriously, and Azia Resort and Spa – tucked onto the indented shoreline between Paphos and Coral Bay – is leading the charge.
On a British Airways Holidays escape to the Azia, you’ll still get three pools, the spa treatments and the five-star alfresco dining under the Mediterranean sun. You’ll also get award-winning interior design based on natural and recycled materials, produce sourced from the hotel’s own orchards, and a host of measures designed to minimise carbon footprints.
Blending blue skies with green thinking
First impressions at the Azia are of green spaces, blue pools and an endless sweep of ocean. The privileged location with west-facing look allows you to enjoy breathtaking sunsets every night. Greenery spills from the gardens onto terraces and the lobby, dotted with plants potted in terracotta urns and cascading bougainvillaea.
Azia Resort and Spa, Cyprus
In the rooms and public spaces, natural wood and found materials create a sense of driftwood luxury, backed up by serious green thinking behind the scenes.
Benefits of booking with British Airways Holidays
- Book now, pay later with deposits from £60 per person, and pay off the balance in as many instalments as you like. Balance is due four weeks before travel for short-haul trips*
- A dedicated 24-hour, seven-days-a-week holiday helpline for any issues while you’re away
- ATOL protection for all holidays – meaning your money is safe and you can rest assured you won’t be stranded abroad
Environmental policies influence everything from restaurant menus to water use and waste management.
Perhaps the most innovative feature is the resort’s plantation of 15,000 trees, providing fresh citrus fruit, avocados, guavas, mangos and more – cropping up in everything from side salads to the tasty juices and jams served at breakfast (arrange a tour to see the extent of this self-sufficient operation – a 10-minute drive away). Other essential ingredients are sourced from nearby farms, minimising carbon miles.
Comfort is king inside and out
Nothing is lacking when it comes to comfort. Rooms blend award-winning, nature-inspired décor with creature comforts such as fast Wi-Fi and responsive air-conditioning.
Some superior sea-view rooms come with private whirlpool baths on the balcony, and suites take things up a notch, with superior views and sofa for relaxation. Intelligent zoning gives families and couples their own spaces, and adjoining rooms and extra beds are easily arranged.
The lavish spa will help you shake off any lingering knots of stress, with award-winning treatments, therapies and rituals.
For active days, hit the indoor waterfall pool or the adults-only hydro-massage pool, get wet in the Med or raise your heart rate with tennis, golf, yoga or a session at the well-equipped gym.
You’ll dine well too – on menus packed with local produce. Fresh flavours are the watchword at the resort’s six restaurants, serving globe-trotting buffets and à la carte dishes from Cyprus, Greece, France, Italy, Mexico, the US and Japan. Look out for cocktails made with home-squeezed juices in Azia’s seven bars and lounges.
Upgrade to a Premium All-Inclusive package and get complimentary dining at the a la carte restaurants (see website for details). In the evening, listen to live music in the main bar or watch one of the shows at the professional stage.
Explore more of the real Cyprus
The setting midway between Paphos and the untouched Akamas Peninsula opens up all sorts of daytime adventures. Take a trip back in time at the ruins of ancient Paphos and the Tombs of the Kings or explore unspoiled nature along hiking trails, through rugged gorges and wild stretches of coastline, in one of Cyprus’ most untouched corners. Then there are the pretty coves close to the Azia, each with their own atmosphere and character.
More reasons to choose a holiday from British Airways Holidays
There are all kinds of advantages to booking
- A generous baggage allowance of 23kg per person is included as standard – so there are no extra costs to add on
- Quality accommodation options to suit every budget, from 3* to 5*, there’s something for everyone
- Extensive flights from the British Airways network: so you’ll be able to find a flight that suits your schedule
- British Airways flies to centrally located airports so you can be sure of good transport links to your final destination
- Upgrade to British Airways Club Europe – to experience an extra level of service and style, you can upgrade your travel plans to fly British Airways Club Europe. You’ll enjoy dedicated check-in desks^ and priority booking, a larger baggage allowance, access to private lounges^, and complimentary food and drink options onboard
With a rental car, you can leave the crowds far behind to head for Akamas beaches that are visited by more sea turtles than people, and roam deep into the island’s rugged interior.
Cross the peninsula to peaceful Chrysochou Bay to experience a slower pace of life or follow backroads into the Troodos Mountains to drop in on UNESCO-listed churches adorned with lavish murals of saints and archangels. However you choose to spend your time, expect a break to remember.
All holidays with British Airways Holidays are ATOL protected and come with a 24-hour holiday helpline. Secure your 2024 Cyprus holiday to the Azia Resort & Spa now with a low deposit*
^Where available