July 13th, 2009 in Guide, Places, holiday | No Comments »
Rhodes is one of the best known holiday island destinations in Europe.Rhodes lies just 11 miles off the west coast of Turkey.The sunniest place in Europe with over 300 days of sun each year.The mild climate offers the longest tourist season, from early April
until the end of November.Rhodes island boasts a population of 110,000.
The big attraction of Rhodes is the beautiful beaches that surround the entire island.For sun and swim lovers, Rhodes boasts a huge number of beaches, 31 of them Blue Flag.The beaches is free, but you will have to pay about 6 euro if you rent a sun bed.You can simply walk around and explore the treasures that are left by its Byzantine, Roman and Middle Eastern influences.The ancient cities of Ialysos and Kamiros will provide a fascinating insight into times of old.The resort of Lindos is one of the hottest places in Rhodes.
June 8th, 2009 in Guide, Places, holiday | 2 Comments »
Marmaris is one of the most popular resorts in Turkey. Marmaris is truly the jewel of the Turkey.Marmaris is a port city and a tourist destination on the Mediterranean coast, located in southwest Turkey, in the Mugla Province.
This city is famous for its yachting and cosmopolitan atmosphere.Turkey has a long Mediterranean coastline and there are many tourist resorts along the coastline. Marmaris is one of the popular ones among them.
The climate is very mild in winter, spring and autumn provide perfect holiday weather. July and August can be very hot up to 42 degrees centigrade, so be prepared and drink lots of fluids.
The famous Bar Street is a street of night clubs of every description which are open until 4 am.And the longest street in Marmaris, Güzelyalı Street, is quite busy and charming place for summer night walks.
There are many beautiful islands and villages to visit. . All kinds of water sports are available on the beaches, diving is very popular. Many hotels have private beaches. Icmeler Beach which is a wider beach is just 15 minutes away. If beaches are your thing, visit Cleopatra Island where the sand is said to be the best in the world
Cleopatra Island is only a 20-minute boat ride; it is said that the soft white sand here was brought all the way from Egypt for Anthony and Cleopatra’s honeymoon pleasures.
You can take a trip to Ephesus, about 240 km. away from Marmaris. This is probably one of the best preserved remains of the Roman Empire
There are many other places to visit such as Rhodes Island, the Ancient City of Hieropolis and the Marmaris Castle. Days out include a trip to the Greek island of Rhodes, a visit to Dalyan or further afield, trips to Ephesus or Pamukkale. Transfer time approximate 1.5 hours from Dalaman Airport.
Good journeys !