With beautiful sandy beaches, crystal-clear seas and a huge variety of activities and sights, Turkey is the ideal destination for a beach holiday. The welcoming people and laid-back pace of life will make it easy to relax and unwind.
Some of the best beaches in the country are found just east of the Lycian region. Marmaris and Hisaronu have some fantastic sandy stretches and are ideal for the fun-loving crowd looking for a lively resort. In Marmaris, the Uzunyalı strip has a fantastic selection of water sports and rides, as well as restaurants and bars.
There are some good beaches in the Mediterranean part of Turkey as well. In Alanya West Beach is particularly lively. It is lined by a thin ribbon of hotels, restaurants and bars stretching into the distance and offers a wide range of water sports. Konyaaltı is a long, wide bay that is the centre of Antalya’s expanding ‘hotel district’. The whole section is divided into 12 pebble beaches, with their own cafés and a range of activities that include beach volleyball and soccer.
Çeşme’s ‘Golden Beach’ and Altınkum Beach are long, unspoilt bays of golden sand. They rival Ilıca as the best beaches in the northern Aegean. Similarly, Side has some beautiful beaches, as well as some interesting historical sites and a bubbly nightlife.
Antalya’s rich history is still very much in evidence from its old Ottoman cobbled streets to stunning examples of Byzantine architecture. The city centre of Antalya harbours an enticing blend of Eastern and Western influences.
Home to numerous ancient civilisations throughout history, the beautiful region of Alanya is a destination not to be missed. Be sure to visit the amazing banana plantations and fruit orchards in this remarkably fertile region.
Antalya’s rich history is still very much in evidence from its old Ottoman cobbled streets to stunning examples of Byzantine architecture. The city centre harbours an enticing blend of Eastern and Western influences.
With heavenly weather for most of the year, Barinak is the ideal location to enjoy a relaxing holiday. Escape the crowds at this resort in Antalya Province, where you’re sure to have a wonderful break.
Visit this quaint resort for a tranquil holiday in the Mediterranean sunshine. Get a taste of traditional Turkish life in this village-like resort that will have you feeling right at home.
Belek’s elegant promenade is bordered by slim pines and easy access to the wonderful beach, which shelves gently to aquamarine waters, making it a playground for both children and adults, and any watersports fans.
Book a Thomas Cook Turkey beach holiday if you want to dive into turquoise blue waters and soak up the sun on sandy coasts. Choose from a range of great value accommodation in Turkey and start packing for the sunshine. Get a beach holiday deal to suit every budget.
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