Best Beach Destination in Bodrum, Bodrum Beaches, Bodrum Best Hotels

July 28, 2009 by admin  
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Orientating Turkey with its eye-brightening beaches, clear waters, natural life and varied marine life, Bodrum is deeply cherished by native and foreign tourists. The reason why Bodrum is the mostly preferred destination is behind the doors of joyful vacation in Bodrum. It is located in the southwest corner of the Aegean region of Turkey, and it is the county of Mugla.

Bodrum always conjures up images of golden beaches, deep vast sea and a shining sun. Gumbet grabs many headlines in magazines due to being the best beach destination in Bodrum. Bardakci and Ortakent beaches are like the mirage of heaven by entertaining its visitors every year. Yalikavak, Gumusluk, and Bagla are other destinations of Bodrum beaches.

Bodrum Best DestinationsMostly travelled counties are Gumbet ,Bitez, Ortakent, Yalikavak, Torba, Mumcular, Konacik, Golturkbuku, Gundogan, Turgutreis, Yaliciftlik, Gumusluk, Guvercinlik and Mazi.

Bodrum gives what the visitors are looking for in terms of historical places. The Mausoleum of Halicarnassus (ancient city of Halicarnassus), one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World is the most famous open-air museum of Bodrum.

Secondly, in The Bodrum Museum of Underwater Archaeology, you can see monuments, jewellery and seals from the Old Bronze Age, Archaic, Classic, and Hellenistic Periods. Amphi Theatre, situated in the hillside over looking Bodrum, has the capacity 13.000 built in Hellenistic ages. Myndos Gate, one of the two entrances of ancient Halicarnassus, is known as the only surviving gate of the ancient town wall. Finally, Bodrum Castle built by the Knights of Rhodes is the beacon of Bodrum.

Bodrum Best BeachesAfter you decide to take a vacation to Bodrum, it is time for determining a destination for accommodation. If you prefer five stars in your vacation, Karia Princess Hotel is the best with its rooms and suites which are elegantly furnished with both excellent comfort and style. Diamond Hotel unites the unique of Bodrum castle and Aegean blue with Bodrum’s vibrant and colourful looking. Bodrum Princess Deluxe Resort hotel is on of the best 5 star hotel in the Turkbuku region with its best service.

All in all, it is an unmistakable fact that Bodrum steals the hearts with its deep blue and vast beaches. Now that it is summer time, then good riddance to works and welcome to Bodrum vacation.

Istanbul Vacations, Turkey Best Destinations, Istanbul Guide, Istanbul Hotels, Turkish Hamams, Travel to Istanbul

May 1, 2009 by admin  
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Meeting in the history of Asia and in the contemporary face of European. Istanbul welcomes the visitors with its historical places, Marmara Sea, Bosporus, different lives and different cultures. It is a well known fact that Istanbul is a cosmopolite city, including people from all parts. By means of historical structure, it has a great background about it.

Istanbul is famous for its Hagia Sophia Museum / Church (Ayasofya), displaying 30 million gold tiles and flat dome. Topkapi Sarayi, constructed in the era of the conqueror Mehmet Fatih, is among the mostly visited historical place. It reflects the culture of Ottoman Empire. Other than these, you can visit Blue Mosque (Sultan Ahmet Camii), Yerebatan Sarayi (Underground Cistern), The Bosphorus Istanbul Archaeology Museum (Arkeoloji Muzesi), Sultanahmet District, Kariye Museum (The Chora Church), Egyptian Bazaar (Misir Carsisi), Grand Bazaar (Kapali Carsisi), has over 4000 shops, selling everything from Turkish rugs to leather goods, beautifully embroidered linens and fine jewellery.

Istanbul Vacations

In addition to historical places, you can get the different pleasure of Turkish Hamams. Hamams are generally designed with separate sections for men and women. In Hamam, you lie on the floor, prepared as a high and flat rock, and a woman or man soaps you up and gives you a scrubbing using an abrasive mitt (kese) aimed at removing the outer layer of dead skin and other organic detritus.

The city offers nightlife whichever side you go in the city. Mostly preferred are: Ortakoy at the Bosphorus (European side), the Istiklal Street from Taksim to Tunel (European side), Aksaray with the more Turkish style nightlife and red-light district (European side) and Kadikoy with its various choice of bars and little restaurants (Asian side). Additionally, REINA, CRYSTAL SAMDAN, SORTIE, RIDDIM, BABYLON, KEMANCI, CLUB 29, BIZ JAZZ BAR are among the best ones.

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Sumahan Hotel gives the chance of Marmara Sea to its visitors. Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul, situated in the heart of the city, has gardens which belonged to Dolmabahce Sarayi. The lightening decoration of the hotel refreshes the visitors. World Park Hotel has Islamic and western influences, very comprehensive spa facilities and is located near the Bosphorus River with stunning views. Witt Istanbul Suites combining Comfort, convenience and class, offer guests a cosy accommodation with modern facilities in the heart of the action.

Istanbul, inspiring many poets to show their love for it, is the centre of different cultures. To realize the beauties of all cultures, do not waste your time and visit dream city, Istanbul

Tunnel Bistro, New Year Programme in Istanbul, Christmas Parties in Istanbul

November 20, 2008 by admin  
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TUNNEL BISTRO celebrates the new year in a street party in Istanbul... Tunnel BISTRO combines the nostalgic atmosphere of historical tunnel square with a chic bistro style and only for you Beyoglu fans! Tunnel Bistro organizes a street party for knowing & meeting each other!!! Entry of this party is for free. Tapas and Moroccan spiced hot wine will served all night long.

Tunnel Bistro in Beyoglu/Taksim, in a salient and historical building with 3 floors, services delicious menus of world cuisines with optimum prices.

On 27 December night the party will begin at 7 pm and continues all night long. Tapas and Moroccan spiced hot wine will served during the night. DJ Gokhan will play the hits of world music.

There is no reservation and invitation to this party. We just highly recommend.

“PLEASE COME EARLY. OTHERWISE YOU CAN’T FIND ANY PLACE!!!”

For reservation: Tunnel telephone and addresses Tünel Bistro İstiklal Cad. No: 261 Beyoglu

Telephone Number: (212) 245 70 25

Alanya Vacations, Turkey’s Best Beaches, Cleopatra Beach, Best Beach Vacations

September 18, 2008 by admin  
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Alanya is not only heaven for your summer vacation with its natural beauty, long summer time, historical and cultural background, and sport, entertainment activities but also faster developing tourism centre with its accommodation and transportation facilities in Mediterranean Sea. The eight month between April and November is warm enough for tourists to feel the sunlight.

Alanya is a beautiful holiday centre of modern hotels and motels, numerous fish restaurants and cafes and bars. In the old town you find many old houses, towers and mosques, as well as a nice small harbour. But of course Alanya’s big attraction is its beaches, long swaths of sand to west and east. Beautiful sandy Cleopatra beach lies to the west of the resort while the fine sands of Alanya beach stretch to the east. If you like nightlife, it has a wide choice of night-spots located at the edge of town. Take a walk from lively bars to late-night discos.

Alanya VacationsAs it is mentioned, Alanya has many historical areas for the ones who like discovering new wonders. Alanya castle with its 83 towers and length of 6.5 km was constructed by the sultan of Seljuk Empire Alaaddin Keykubat. The surviving castle reflects the importance of the city in Seljuk times. Formed with red stones, Red Tower (Kızıl Kule) is the other ancient structure. You can also visit Seljuk shipyard, Alara castle, Hasbahce Koskü. Apart from these, Alanya has a famous cave named Damlatas. If you enjoy exploring you should visit the Damlatas Cave to see the eerie misshapen rock formations.
             
Its hotel facilities make you feel the comfort of your home. With its 5 stars Utopia World offers you that comfort. The hotel is decorated in the style of the historic glitter of the ancient city and is located in Kargicak, offering a number of facilities. Hotel Justiniano Sunrise Katya is able to entertain you thanks to its capacity of 182 rooms and 400 beds. Delphin De Luxe Resort settled in the middle of palm trees and a colourful garden. Delphin De Luxe will be your permanent address for the perfect high class holiday. The Sara Hotel is directly at the beautiful and historical Kleoptara beach in Alanya. To the city centre it is only a few minutes and to the airport Antalya 125 km.

In the end, the descriptions are not enough to understand Alanya. Alanya is a city should be visited when words can not tell you the legend of Alanya. You just not be satisfied with what you hear, go and tell it with your own words.

Travel to Side, Side Vacations, Side Attractions, Antalya’s Best Destinations, Historical Vacations in Turkey, Antalya Vacations

August 13, 2008 by admin  
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Located along the coast of Mediterranean, Side is one of the fastest growing holiday places in Antalya Turkey. Under the shining sun, Side offers azure blue to its visitors.

Side has historical places dating back to ancient times. Built in 167 A.D. by architect Zeno, Aspendos is a famous theatre. It has 40 rows of marble banks in it used to accommodate 15,000 people. It was built as a gift to the city, and it has been preserved well for now. The other attraction is the Temples of Apollo and Athena. Dedicated to Athena and Apollo, the temples were built in the second half of the second century A.D. To add, you can visit Byzantine hospital, built in 6th century B.C. and Nymphaeum . The main beauty of Side is its waterfall named as Manavgat. The refreshing voice of the waterfall on your ears, you spend your time in its restaurants and shops, buying carpets, jewellery and leather goods.

Turkey BeachesIt is famous for ancient baths named spa. A steam sauna and heated rooms are available under the floor, including refreshment rooms. Leisure activities in the area include horse riding and white water rafting. Also, you can spend your time with water sports.

For the ones who like night life, there are many options to choose. It has a lively bars and clubs in the coast. OXYD is the biggest disco in Side.

Side has many hotels differentiating according to prices. In The Sunrise Queen Hotel with five stars, you will see the service and facilities with high standards. Hotel is situated right on the beautiful sandy beach. Located in Kumkoy, Papillon Muna has 294 standard rooms ‘120 hotel rooms, 174 bungalow standard rooms’. Situated right on the beach in Titreyen Göl, The Grand Prestige Hotel is an ideal place to relax. Located in Manavgat, Linda Hotel has 165 rooms, 330 beds. 2 restaurants, 4 bars, disco.

All in all, by stepping towards Side, you see the historical glory and natural richness. For your vacation plans, make a point to visit this place while in Turkey.

Icmeler Beach, Best Beaches of Mediterranean Sea, World’s Cleanest Sea, Best Beach Vacations, Europe Best Beach Destinations, Marmaris Vacations

August 5, 2008 by admin  
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Getting the pleasure of summer, Icmeler Beach presents you the shining of sun and the boundless beauty of Mediterranean Sea.  Plenty of sun beds to lounge around and beautiful clear sea. Very nice sand/small shingle beach which is cleaned every night. Plenty of room around your sun bed for the kids to play. Nice enclosed bay with clearly marked swimming areas so no danger of getting in the way of the activities that you can do – para-sailing, crayzee ringos, pedalos, boat trips. Its sea is calm for the swimmers, but as much as you go further, it gets very deep so quickly. Sun beds are cheap and there are plenty of places to eat along the front or grab an ice cream or cold drink. Prices are affordable, and the food is superb from local dishes to steak and chips. Wide range of bars and restaurants close to beach. Take a walk up the canal for lots of little stores selling clothes, local arts and crafts, souvenirs, Turkish delight and lots of other things.

Turkey's Best Beaches

Icmeler offers excellent hotels prepared in a carefully way for different requirements. Aqua Hotel, with five stars, is a large modern resort set in gardens leading down to a private beach at Icmeler Bay. Guests can enjoy an open buffet of Turkish and international cuisine in the main restaurant.

Alternatively, there is a more formal a la carte restaurant with live music, three bars serving snacks and drinks, and a cocktail bar with panoramic views over Icmeler Bay. Offering excellent standards and a range of modern facilities, the Julian Forest Hotel is a favourite with families and couples in search of rest and relaxation. Set back into the mountainside of Icmeler, this attractive complex enjoys stunning views from its peaceful position.

Situated in the bay of Icmeler and overlooking a golden beach, the Laguna Hotel is set in a very quiet location off the main resort road, an International class hotel which attracts visitors from all around the world. An Excellent location, with amazing panoramic views of Icmeler bay, where you can relax and enjoy your holiday. The Gölmar Hotel is a modern five-floor beach hotel set amid private gardens on the water’s edge, 500 metres from the buzz of Icmeler town. The hotel’s 170 air-conditioned guestrooms have functional interiors extending to balconies.

Europe Best Beaches

How goes the best part of the day in Icmeler? There are hundreds of nightclubs in Icmeler Marmaris, you will find the staffs in them all are very welcoming and friendly. Most people find a bar to their taste, and tend to go back again and again, finding that the staffs become friends. You will love the prices!!

For short, in order for living the all picturesque value of the Mediterranean and forgetting the tiring days of the winter, do not lose your time in vain. Come and feel the peace in the deep of your soul, Icmeler-Marmaris-Turkey…

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