On holiday in Turkey you will find a beach resort to suit everyone; families, couples, singles and groups. The main summer holiday season in Turkey runs from April to October, however some visitors choose to head there in the winter months when it is quieter with a number of the top hotels and resorts open for Wintersun, Golf From Marmaris to Antalya, the area known as The Turquoise Coast is stunning with the gentle Mediterranean Sea lapping at its shores. Fethiye, Kemer, Oludeniz, Ovacik and Dalaman boast fabulous beaches as does Alanya and Lara, Icmeler, Turunc, Belek, Side and Hisaronu. Bodrum, Kusadasi,and Cesme are fascinating locations with wonderful sightseeing and great beaches and boarder the Aegean Sea. Altinkum, Bitez, Turgutreis and Gumbet are all in the Bodrum Region.
Our Favourite Places in Turkey
Istanbul
Sometimes described as 'the crossroads of Europe and Asia', Istanbul - formerly Constantinople - is a vast, heaving metropolis with an imperial history that stretches back for more than 1,500 years. No longer Turkey's capital but still the cultural heart of the nation, this city of 13 million sprawls across both sides of a land bridge spanning two continents. Istanbul's unique position on the Bosphorus Strait, which connects the Black Sea to the Sea of Marmara and the Mediterranean, has resulted in the city being a jealously guarded centre of world trade since the Byzantine era.
Antalya
Antalya is on Turkey's Mediterranean coast in an area known as the Turkish Riviera, famed for its typical, friendly seafront resorts, fishing villages, palm trees, safe sandy beaches and invitingly warm and clear seas.
Bodrum
Cosmopolitan Bodrum is situated on Turkey’s south-west coast on the scenic Bodrum peninsula where the Mediterranean and Aegean Seas meet. The resort offers a wealth of choice for families and couples whether they are looking for cheap bed and breakfast accommodation or 5 star luxury.
Fethiye
Fethiye is in an outstandingly beautiful setting for a holiday on Turkey’s Mediterranean coastline. Fethiye is located on the hillside of Mount Mendos, and looks out over Fethiye Bay, home to 12 small islands which can be explored including stops for sunbathing and swimming, by booking a sailing trip from the glamorous Fethiye Marina. The cobbled streets of old Fethiye town are full of souvenir shops, whilst the busy harbour area is crammed with excellent restaurants. Nightlife in Fethiye is based around its many bars and restaurants which create a fun, relaxed atmosphere.
Olu Deniz
Beautiful Olu Deniz is a popular beach resort situated on a lovely bay surrounded by wooded mountains. The resort is approximately three kilometres from Hisaronu, 12 km from Fethiye and 65 km from the international airport at Dalaman. Olu Deniz has a relaxed atmosphere and combines attractive beaches with romantic open-air waterfront dining ensuring this is a great choice for couples or a family holiday in Turkey. There are plenty of shops and local markets in Olu Deniz and also in nearby Hisaronu and Fethiye and a wide choice of waterfront restaurants, seafront bars and a couple of discos. The natural surroundings are perfect for walking, cycling, horse riding, paragliding and hang-gliding.
Side
Side attracts visitors from around the world, drawn to it by its unique blend of warm weather, beautiful scenery, stunning beach, lively entertainment, history and culture. The centre of Side is a bustling mix of narrow streets situated on a flat promontory which juts out into the turquoise waters of the Mediterranean. There are plenty of cafes and restaurants in Side and accommodation catering to all standards, some in the centre of Side and some close to the beaches either side of the peninsula. The old town of Side also has a quaint fishing harbour and plenty of traditional stone houses with wooden balconies.
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