Turkey

Bodrum is one of Turkeys most renowned and popular resorts with its picturesque and bustling harbour, where traditional ‘gulet’ boats depart overlooked by the splendid 15th century castle. Amongst the white washed houses there are numerous bars, shops and restaurants serving both traditional Turkish and International cuisine.Bitez is just a short distance from Bodrum. With its traditional white washed houses adjacent to modern hotels it makes for a village like feel and the shallow waters and Blue Flag beach make it ideal for families and groups who like a quiet location, yet close to nearby lively Bodrum.

The Dalaman region lies in the south-west of Turkey and highlights the very best of what the Turquoise Coast has to offer. Looking for a holiday full of diversity and natural beauty then Dalaman will not fail to disappoint. The breathtakingly “turquoise” waters at Olu Deniz’s Blue Lagoon, the lively but traditional market town of Fethiye, the sailors’ paradise in Gocek and the spooky real-life ghost town of Kayakoy, are to name but a few reasons why a holiday in the Dalaman area would tick all the boxes for a perfect getaway.

Kalkan, on Turkey’s Mediterranean Coast is set at the foot of the Taurus Mountains and is a cosmopolitan seaside town with its promenade full of chic bars, roof-terraced restaurants, shops and narrow streets filled with white washed buildings and colourful bougainvillea. The main beach is a short distance away from the harbour and shelves gently into the crystal clear waters.