A holiday in Marmaris, one of the most well known resorts in Turkey offers a lively nightlife, a beautiful setting and the famous Dalyan mud baths. The resort of Marmaris is located on the south west coast of Turkey with the Mediterranean Sea lapping at the shore.
Much of Marmaris’ nightlife is based along the aptly named ‘Bar Street’ where you will find bars, restaurants, cafes and clubs open until the early hours. In the old town of Marmaris you will find shops, bars and restaurants away from the main nightlife. If you fancy a day away from the beach then why not explore the Marmaris Castle and the historic side of Marmaris.
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.
The picturesque holiday resort of Icmeler is just eight kilometres from the popular town of Marmaris on Turkey’s south-west coast. Icmeler is one of Turkey’s top three holiday destinations and is perfect for a couple’s romantic holiday or a family beach holiday. Icmeler centre is lined with palm and eucalyptus trees and there are plenty of relaxed beachside bars where you can sit and enjoy a drink. There are also hotels, restaurants, bars and clubs in Icmeler and a lively weekly market with the chance to stock up on souvenirs and gifts. Nearby Marmaris has extensive shopping facilities including a market within the Ottoman Castle featuring over 200 stalls and a flea market.
Gumbet is the nearest beach resort to Bodrum which is just two kilometre away or 10 minutes on a Dolmus (local bus service). Originally there was only a beach in Gumbet but today it has grown into a thriving holiday resort for singles, couples, friends and families in its own right. Gumbet has a central main street which is full of colourful restaurants, bars and entertainment. The nightlife in both Gumbet and nearby Bodrum is considered to be among the best in Turkey with plenty of music and dancing available until the early hours of the morning.
Situated on the Gulf of Antalya on Turkey's Mediterranean coast, Alanya is a popular holiday resort with couples and families, drawn by its modern hotel’s and apartments, warm, safe seas and sandy beaches that stretch for miles. Alanya’s harbour, a jewel on the Turkish Riviera, is the centrepiece of the resort and comes alive at night with restaurants, bars, cafes and nightclubs.
Altinkum is the ideal choice for couples and families looking for a small, friendly resort situated on Turkey’s inspiring Aegean coast. On the western side of Altinkum visitors can explore the original fishing village, home to many quaint houses, interesting boats and old-style Turkish cafes.
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.
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 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.
Hisaronu is a small resort with great character and has merged with the neighbouring small village of Ovacik and sits in an elevated position on the pine clad hills above the beautiful beach of Olu Deniz. Families and couples will love exploring, shopping and eating in Hisaronu. The town of Hisaronu has many bustling streets and squares, a good selection of restaurants, several bars for late night drinking and dancing and from its location in the foothills of the Taurus Mountains it is also an ideal choice for mountain biking and trekking, which is definitely the best way to enjoy the spectacular views of Hisaronu and the surrounding area.
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.
Kemer is on Turkey’s ‘Turquoise Coast’ approximately 45 km south of Anyalya. The town remains a small, pleasant resort which is popular with couples and families. This area on Turkey’s Mediterranean coastline also benefits from 300 plus days of sunshine every year. Kemer has an attractive marina, a busy resort centre with many shops, cafes and restaurants, and plenty of quality hotels. Surrounding the resort of Kemer is a naturally beautiful landscape with wooded valleys rising to the rugged peaks of the Taurus Mountains to the north. From Kemer visitors may want to visit neighbouring Camuyya, which is a smaller, quieter resort, or head north along the coast to the larger, historic town and holiday hot spot of Antalya which is also home to the closest international airport.
Kusadasi was originally a small Turkish fishing village but is now home to a busy town centre with plenty of souvenir shops, bars, restaurants and entertainment. There is a fantastic market in Kusadasi selling local handicrafts and leather, golf is available nearby and the resort has a vibrant nightlife scene. Kusadasi also has a historical side and is close to the world famous ruins of Ephesus, the ancient ‘Cotton Castles’ of Didyma, Priene, and Aprhodisius and Merymana-Evi, the house where the Virgin Mary is said to have spent her last days.
Ovacik is a hillside village in Turkey just four kilometres from the coast and beautiful Oludeniz Beach. From Ovacik it will only take about 10 minutes to walk to the village of Hisaronu; the villages combined create a resort popular with British holidaymakers. Whilst on holiday in Ovacik you will find a number of bars and restaurants for the whole family to enjoy, with shops selling groceries and clothes. In Hisaronu you will be able to dine at any number of popular international eateries; Chinese, Mexican, Italian and Turkish delights. The local buses or dolmus regularly run to the beaches nearby; and the popular town of Fethiye is just nine kilometres away, which is a great day trip to explore a little piece of Turkey’s history and shop. Paragliding, mountain biking, horse riding, walking and diving are very popular activities when on holiday in ovacik.
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.
The beach resort of Turgutreis is situated on the western tip of the Bodrum peninsula in south west Turkey and offers spectacular views out over the Aegean Sea. Turgutreis has a traditional centre with plenty of excellent hotels, apartments, restaurants and bars, and is the ideal choice for a family holiday in Turkey. The town has a lively market on Saturday’s selling pottery, leather goods, clothing and local food produce. Historic Kadikalesi is just four kilometres north along the coast from Turgutreis and is worth visiting for more excellent beaches and breath-taking scenery typical of the region. Regular buses also connect Turgutreis with the region’s main city of Bodrum, and in high season coaches for Istanbul and Ankara leave from the Turgutreis bus station.
