Ready, Get Set, Go

With sun-drenched Mediterranean island landscapes this gorgeous, it's impossible to stay on the sun lounger all day long. Instead, kick start your holiday with some of these action-packed activity ideas for the whole family to enjoy.

Aquatic Wonderland

DIVE INTO THE BLUE FOR A SUMMER OF WET & WILD FUN

A summer holiday in the Med means the clearest of blue seas, calm waters and golden sandy beaches as far as the eye can see. This is your chance to make the most of the aquatic playground right on your doorstep. Explore the world beneath the waves with scuba diving around the Peyia Sea Caves or the Akamas Peninsula in Paphos or swim with the fish at the caverns of Corfu such as the Hole of Ha. Holidays are also the perfect time to try something new, like flyboarding or jet-skiing – available on beaches around Chania and Paphos; or get the wind in your sails with windsurfing or kitesurfing.

Thrills and Spills

PUSH YOURSELF TO THE LIMITS WITH EXTREME SPORTS SESSIONS TO THRILL THE SENSES

Some destinations are just made for pushing us out of our comfort zones towards exciting new horizons. And Greece and Cyprus have been seducing extreme sports enthusiasts with landscapes that just scream out to be discovered. For an epic day out, reaching new heights in Cyprus, try your hand at rock- climbing. The Paphos region (especially around the villages of Droushia and Ineia) boasts some of the best rock-climbing routes on the island, while the famous Kourtelorotsos crag offers a range of climbs for beginners and enthusiasts. Crete is also a climber’s haven and easily the best spot in town is Agiofarago gorge – a canyon surrounded by nature leading all the way down to a beautiful secluded bay. And for those looking to get behind the wheel and drive their way towards extreme adventures, get off the beaten track on a quad bike or a 4x4 jeep safari.

We are Family

GET THE SQUAD TOGETHER & ENJOY MOMENTS IN THE SUN

They say families who play together, stay together, and with studies showing smartphone addiction is dangerous for kids and teens, distraction-free bonding with the kids has never been so important. And nothing tightens a family unit more than enjoying the outdoors together in a popular summer sport such as beach volleyball. Teach the kids how to serve a ball like Murray with a knock-up on the tennis courts, or test your reflexes with the world’s fastest racquet sport – badminton! And for leisurely family bonding that has been around since ancient Roman times, how about a family lawn bowls tournament, where getting your ball closest to the ‘jack’ by rolling it across the grass is the aim of the game.

Gently Does It

TAKE IT EASY WITH MORE GENTLE ACTIVITIES IN KEEPING WITH THE HOLIDAY R&R AGENDA

There is no better way to start your morning than by saluting the sun with a stress-relieving beach yoga session right by the sea. Did you know that practicing yoga outdoors has a whole bunch of extra benefits, including connecting with nature, replenishing depleted energy and soaking up that vitamin D. Sunrise and sunset classes are available around Paphos in the summer season, and for more daring yogis and yoginis, Loutraki

Beach near Louis Creta Princess offers Stand Up Paddle Yoga classes, challenging you to hold your poses while balancing on a board floating in the sea. And in fact, taking your favourite gentle activities such as yoga or aerobics into the water is also a great way to reduce stress or damage to the body while staying cool, increasing strength and endurance AND burning more calories. What are you waiting for!

For inspiration and ideas about what outdoor activities you can enjoy at your Louis Hotels destination, simply ask at Reception, where our staff will be happy to offer recommendations and information.