Ayia Napa’s Nissi Beach secures second spot in European beach indexCyprus’ Nissi Beach has been ranked the second best beach in Europe for 2026, offering another boost to the island’s tourism appeal as officials say the sector has returned to a stable recovery path despite recent regional challenges. The ranking, compiled by UK travel insurance specialists Quotezone, placed Nissi Beach second only to Mogren Beach in Montenegro, with Cyprus outperforming many of Europe’s better-known holiday destinations. Nissi Beach, which topped the ranking last year, retained its position among Europe’s elite thanks to its turquoise waters, average summer sea temperatures exceeding 27 degrees Celsius and average air temperatures approaching 29 degrees Celsius. However, it explained that higher accommodation costs, averaging £318.85 for a three-day stay, pushed Nissi Beach into second place behind Montenegro. The latest recognition for Nissi Beach coincides with growing optimism about Cyprus’ tourism sector after a difficult start to the year caused by regional instability.