About Dalaman in Turkey

Dalaman is typically a residential area conveniently located near to the airport. Often people bypass the region without realising the beautiful surrounding areas such as Dalyan / Koycegiz and Sarigerme with its stunning sandy beach just minutes away.A new golf course is due to be built in this area and will bring trade to the region;we are predicting this part to be flourishing in activity in a few years time.

Area Guide

A quick guide to Turkey

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The Aegean Coast has been considered beautiful since the time of Homer. Its waters; changing colours - from Indigo during the day, to pink during dusk, from turquoise and ultramarine, to occasional green - have captured the imagination for thousands of years, and do so still.The scenery is breath-taking, from the puremountains in the distance to the clear waters of the shore. All the beaches are large and clean, and are bordered by olive and pine groves.In the Aegean,five thousand years of history looks down at you, inspires you, and conspires to fascinate with mythology and culture. Accommodation is plentiful, of good quality, and of a range to suit veryone. Restaurants and bistros abound, truly something for all.
Kusadasi • Altinkum • Akbuk • Bodrum Peninsula in Turkey

Kusadasi one of Turkey's principal family holiday resorts, is situated on the west coast of Turkey 90km south of Izmir. It is close to the historical Ephesus, Didyma, Priene and Mileto. Kusadasi has a typical Mediterranean climate with hot summers and mild winters which provides a long tourist season. There is a wide variety of restaurants, bars and discos.

Altinkum is situated on the southern Aegean coast. Simpler than Kusadasi, Marmaris and Bodrum, it is the ideal resort to relax in. This area is well known for its ancient ruins, the most important being Ephesus.The temple of Apollo at Didyma, Miletus and Priene are just a few kilometres away. Altinkum has three beaches with golden sands, ideal for families and children, and daily boat trips to visit beautiful local bays. Just 10 minutes down the road is the small harbour village of Akbuk an idyllic quiet resort with pretty beach-front restaurants, surrounded by olive trees. Still very Turkish in atmosphere and unspoilt by heavy development it is rumoured to be the next big thing.

Bodrum with its traditional cobbled streets, bustley atmosphere, is very popular with the Turkish and tourists alike.The Marina with its Yacht Club is considered very chic. It has plenty of western amenities, yet the region still retains its Turkish style. There are great public transport links, dolmus buses and water taxis to every town, giving people a chance to take in the fantastic scenery. The modern town of Bodrum today has fragments of its ancient ruins littered all around and often incorporated into the fabric of the buildings, which you can spot for yourself. Bodrum is a mere stones throw from everything and would suit every kind of holidaymaker.

Gumbet Twenty years ago, Gumbet was the closest beach to Bodrum and only a large campsite. Now with its many street markets and shops and its great lively nightlife, it's a resort in its own right.

Torba, is considered a jet set destination full of the high society of Istanbul. Traditionally a fishing village, the whole region is covered in rich foliage with the traditional white houses dotted in between the pretty rolling hills.

Bitez once covered in mandarin orchards is now famous for its clean seawater and beach; this is a great location for water sports. Colourful windsurfing sails flit across the water in the warm afternoon breeze.Not far is the village of Ortakent with its long stretch of sandy beach, which slowly descends into deeper water. Its location is very much central on the peninsula, and famous for its 17th century 'Tower houses'.

Turgutreis Facing the island of Kos this pretty location has plenty to offer and is a popular area for tourists with its fantastic beach. It is important to keep in mind that most of this area is a military zone and property can only be purchased by setting up a company.

Gumusluk Gumus means silver in Turkish,which suggests that this area would have once been covered in silver mines. Gold and silver is still very cheap in Turkey and you can buy yourselves fantastic bargains within the many street boutiques. You can even walk on water in this unique destination; the old village has now become an island where you can walk across the stones which are at sea level creating an altogether religious experience! This is probably one of the oldest parts of the Peninsula, quiet and quaint with lovely beaches.

Yalikavak the St.Tropez of the peninsula! Yalikavak used to be just a cluster of houses on the quay.Now a brand new multi million-dollar marina has recently been constructed. As with most coastal regions this was originally a fishing village but has since developed into the most popular area for property purchase, mainly because of its chic atmosphere and high quality local shops/ restaurants and beaches.The volcanic characteristics of the landscape are obvious and quite beautiful. If you head west you will then reach the evermore-popular town of Gundogan. This region has definite signs of antiquity with ruins hidden around the inland cliffs. Large hotels have now appeared and plenty of new housing.
The climate along this coast is similar to Southern California with sea temperatures around 16° centigrade. The whole region is hemmed in by vertiginous peaks and blanketed with virgin pine forest, the coast is still considerably wild. When it comes to entertainment there's plenty to do whether you like lazing on the beach, enjoying water-sports, sightseeing from a boat, exploring ancient buildings or admiring wildlife.
Marmaris • Icmeler • Turunc Gokova • Armutalan • Beldibi Datca • Dalaman • Dalyan Koycegiz • Sarigerme • Gocek

Turunc The fishing port of Turunc is 15 minutes drive from Marmaris, and because of strict building restrictions it has escaped the mass tourism of other places.The bay has 500 metres of sand, shingle and clear blue water. On offer is a wide selection of water sports including surfing, water skiing, speed boats and scuba diving. Large numbers of restaurants and bars offer fresh sea food and traditional Turkish cuisine. The scenery in and around Turunc is beautiful with many coastal walks with mountains nearby. Private fishing boats are available for hire.

Datca is a delightful fishing village approx, one hours drive from Marmaris centre out along the peninsula. Lovely bays, rolling hills largely untouched by manyou can spend long lazy days watching the sunset over the crystal clear water.

Icmeler Situated on a big bay with a beach that goes all the way to Marmaris, its biggest neighbour 8km away, Icmeler used to be a village, and after starting slowly, has developed into a large town. Between 1990 and the present it has been transformed with many hotels, restaurants, bars, shops and apartments,which make it a topclass resort.Despite all the building it remains pleasant, green and low-rise which gives a feeling of spaciousness.

Marmaris Well known for its natural beauty, pine clad mountains and a fantastic coastline, full of pretty coves and inlets. A modern town,Marmaris is well able to cater for tourists with plenty of restaurants, cafés, shops and bars with a good nightlife, as well as provision for water sports and sunbathing.

Armutalan is the residential suburb of Marmaris, as building in the centre of town is mainly commercial. The old quarter has traditional Turkish crafts amidst its cobbled streets and is always good value for money. Its long sandy beach has one of the best marinas in Turkey.

Beldibi just a few minutes drive up the mountain from Marmaris, is surrounded by lush forest in all directions.Mainly residential, the area is clean and tidy and offers the only international school.

Gokova & Akyaka The village of Gokova with its pretty little harbour and unspoilt beach is typically Turkish and relatively unknown by English tourists. Property is of a traditional white and dark wood style. Its location is just 30 minutes from busy Marmaris and you will find regular dolmuses travelling back and forth to the busier locations. The little shores along the gulf of Gokova provide a spectacular setting for long relaxing walks.

Dalaman is typically a residential area conveniently located near to the airport. Often people bypass the region without realising the beautiful surrounding areas such as Dalyan / Koycegiz and Sarigerme with its stunning sandy beach just minutes away.A new golf course is due to be built in this area and will bring trade to the region;we are predicting this part to be flourishing in activity in a few years time. Anyone looking to purchase a property should seriously consider this area as a good, long-term investment.

Dalyan is near the pretty Dalyan River (the ancient Calbis River). First stop is the mudbath which is said to be very therapeutic for your skin because of the minerals and the elements it contains such as Calcium, Magnesium and Sulphur. It will take only 10 minutes from Dalyan by boat to visit the Iztuzu Beach (The Turtle Beach). After a 30 minutes boat trip among the plants, birds and the turtles, this beach is one of the rare beaches in the world where the Marine Turtles come and nest. If you follow the River inland you will discover the beautiful town of Koycegiz which is built around a tranquil lake which feeds the river. Property here is traditional and rustic and has all the same benefits of Dalyan, as well as having the fabulous fish restaurants and mountain views. See the ancient city of Caunos on the way back to Dalyan town centre.




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