Best Places To Visit Turkey

Frequently Asked Questions

1. QUESTION:
   Best places to visit and things to do in Turkey?
   I'm planning to visit Turkey in coming Dec. and would like to know the best places to visit, best places for dinining and best place for night activities

   • ANSWER:
     Which cities in Turkey are you planning to visit?
     If İstanbul then I can recommend these places to visit:

     The Sultanahmet peninsula which is home to the old city with it's Topkapı Palace, Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, the Hippodrome, Museum of Turkish and Islamic Arts, the Archeological Musiem, Mosaic Museum, Calligraphy Museum and the Basilica Cistern. Nearby, there is the Covered Bazaar also called the Grand Bazaar (world's first shopping mall).

     The district of Beyoğlu, full of bars, cafes, restaurants, movie theaters, art galleries, bookstores, shops, clubs...it's like a carnival place. Especially İstiklal Street and Cihangir.

     Nişantaşı neighborhood, full of designer labels, stylish cafes, chic restaurants, trendy bars....

     Ortaköy and Bebek are also charming places

     make sure to visit Princes' Islands

     On the Asian shore: The most famous street on the Asian Shore is Bağdat caddesi, a wide avenue popular with shops, cafes and restaurants. The most popular eateries here are Bistro 33, Midpoint, The House cafe and Suadiye cafe. Kanlıca is famous for its oldest surviving wooden examples of the shore villas (yalı) of İstanbul. Çamlıca Hill, Beylerbeyi palace, The Maiden's Tower are other must-see places on the Anatolian Shore.
     For more info: http://english.istanbul.com/Content.aspx?CatId=253
     Also see: Galata Tower, Dolmabahçe Palace, İstanbul Modern, Galata Whirling Dervish Hall, some historical hamams like Çemberlitaş Hamamı or Cağaloğlu Hamamı

     For night life: Reina, Anjelique, Babylon, Blackk, İstanbul Jazz center, Q les Ottomans
     Best places for dining (bear in mind, these places are a bit $$$): 360 İstanbul, A'jia Restaurant, Bebek Balıkçı, Bistro 33, Cafe du Levant, Changa, Gaja, Hakkasan, Mikla, Park Şamdan, Paper Moon, Spice Market, Sunset Grill, Tike, Villa Bosphorus Çengelköy, Zuma

     Budget or mid-range restaurants: Köşebaşı Kebap, Nevizade, Kanaat Lokantası, Sultanahmet Köftecisi, Set Kebap

     http://istanbul.diningguide.com/
     http://www.fodors.com/world/europe/turkey/istanbul/restaurants-nam.html
     http://www.turkeytravelplanner.com/go/Istanbul/RestsCafesBars/
     http://www.turkeyforyou.com/turkey_istanbul_restaurants
     http://english.istanbul.com/Content.aspx?CatId=3464&Type=detail
     http://wikitravel.org/en/Istanbul

     google all these places

2. QUESTION:
   What are the best places to visit in Istanbul Turkey?
   I am 29 years old. I will visist Turkey by the middle of June. I love beaches, relaxation and nightlife. I would appreciate if any of you make a visisting program for me

   • ANSWER:
     Well, Istanbul has all of that. But, the historic sites are what are the best.

     Hagia Sophia Church
     Saint Constantine's lips Church/Mosque
     Blue Mosque (Sultanahmet)
     Cistern Basillica (underground water cavern)
     Grand Bazaar
     Mosaic Museum
     Turkish and Islamic art musem
     Topkapi Palace

     All of these are withing walking distance of each other.

3. QUESTION:
   What are the best places to visit in Turkey?

   • ANSWER:
     1. the blue mosque in istanbul

     2. the red mosque in instanbul

     3. Cross the bridge over Bosphorus (gateway between Europe and Asia)

     4. Go to Pamukale. The most beautiful place on earth to me. Go to google or yahoo or flickr to find their photos via search.

     5. Cappadocia (Stones shaped by erosion)

     6. Mavnagat waterfall

     7. Olu Deniz (beautiful beach in Southern coast)

4. QUESTION:
   Where are the best places to visit in Turkey?
   Next to the coast in marmaris

   • ANSWER:
     Armutalan, Kenan Evren mansion

5. QUESTION:
   Where is the best place to visit in Turkey?
   My boyfriend and I want to go away on our own to a place in Turkey that has a reasonable night life, all inclusive hotels, waterparks and a beach (: any ideas please?

   • ANSWER:
     For what you desire, the best option looks like Antalya, but in summer btw. Antalya is in South Turkey, has a long coast to Mediterranean Sea. Also, Antalya is the 2nd most touristic city in Turkey ( 1st is Istanbul), so you can find whatever you want. I don't know the name, but there's a huge water park which is the 3rd biggest in Europe, in Alanya, Antalya. Also hundreds of al inclusive hotels, a nice beach, and a 'reasonable' night life. for more information, i advice you to ask some friends if any of them have been to Antalya, or ask to an agency.

6. QUESTION:
   What's the best places to visit in Turkey?
   Our company
   told us only

   topkapi palace

   dolmabahce palace

   blue mosque

   Bosphorus Cruise

   Bursa Mountain

   Princes' islands

   Is there anything else better than this???

   • ANSWER:
     Those are all wonderful places to see.

     Don't forget Hagia Sofia.

7. QUESTION:
   Best places to visit in Turkey?
   Best resorts to see, or for holidays

   • ANSWER:
     Istanbul is one of the world's most interesting cities
     Izmir is a working city that serves as a convenient base to explore the Aegean coast.
     Kusadasi is a resort town with great restaurants, good hotels, and pleasant hosts. Known for its nightlife.
     Bodrum is a scenic town whose center is the famed Castle of Saint Peter (built by the Knights of Saint John).
     Popular Resorts For Holiday : Marmaris , Antalya, Bodrum, Olu Deniz

8. QUESTION:
   Where is the best place to visit in Turkey for couples?
   Me and my partner are looking to go away to Turkey, however with so many resorts we cant decide. We would like to go a romantic, relaxing holiday, although we do want plenty of things to do such as water-sports, excursions etc etc..
   Can anyone please help us?
   Many thanks

   xox

   • ANSWER:
     I would suggest you "Ölüdeniz"...I have stayed in "Turk Hotel" was so nice located (300m to sea side) and reasonable price. (like 50-60 Euro per night for double room included breakfast) They provide dinner for 8 Euro. Your should really think about it. I have been there 3 times and this year gonna be 4.

     http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/%C3%96l%C3%BCdeniz

     http://www.turkhotel.net/eindex.asp

9. QUESTION:
   can any one tell me best places to visit in turky?
   I'm planning to visit Turkey in January. Can anyone tell places to Visit in turkey

   • ANSWER:
     Istanbul, Antalya, Izmir and Van.

     Istanbul- You can see a really big city on the Bosphorus, check out the touristy stuff, ride across the bridge to asia, do the boat tour, and feel the vibe of the city, eat sticky ice cream, shop in Taksim.
     Antalya- Nice resort town. I was impressed. You san party and enjoy the view of the fireworks over the ocean from the balcony of your hotel room, or you can sit on the pier in a comfy beanbag chair and gaze at the stars. Or you can go to the dancing or other things. It's awesome. I love resort life.
     Izmir- See the history. Go outside of town and see the Virgin Mary's house, or the ancient ruins of the roman empire.
     Van- See some blue and green eyed (one blue, one green) kitty cats. See the ancient Armenian christian church at the island on Lake Van, drive on the roads and see signs pointing to Iran, and see the town.

     Turkey is awesome. It's such a mix of rich and poor, old and new. I think even the poor in Turkey are rich in someway and the rich can't have what the poor have experience wise, so in that aspect they are poor. It's so interesting to go to the resorts, and it's just a very lovely country.

10. QUESTION:
    best places to visit in istanbul turkey on a budget?

    • ANSWER:
      for shop? or see something?

      I'd say .. Sultanahmet area
      http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hippodrome_of_Constantinople

11. QUESTION:
    Which is the best place to visit either Egypt or Turkey?
    Hey all, we'd plan for a 4days trip in this April. Would like to gain some idea / suggestion with any of u guys as which is the best place to visit - either Egypt or Turkey?

    • ANSWER:
      Egypt is a very dirty place to visit, and I would not suggest you to buy anything to eat, if you do not want to get some disease, let visiting the country aside. Turkey is known as the cradle of the civilizations, and a very modern country to visit. I am sure anybody could find something that interests him.

      http://www.tourismturkey.org/

      http://www.allaboutturkey.com/

      You should also ask the same question in Travel > Europe (Continental) > Turkey.

12. QUESTION:
    Wheres the best places to eat and visit in Icmeler turkey ?

    • ANSWER:
      Annabells.

13. QUESTION:
    Going to Bodrum Turkey next week, has anyone been there? If so where's the best places to go and visit/try?
    Would like to know about the best places to eat, excursions, and any general recommendations or tips. Thanks!

    • ANSWER:
      drive to Akyarlar beach, eat fish in Gümüslük, chill to some good music at Kedi Bar, give yourself a "pazar" experience at the open air market in Turgut Reis (every Sat.), join a boat tour, and of course visit the Bodrum Fortress.

14. QUESTION:
    what is the best part of Turkey to visit?
    I want to go to Turkey next year and have been before and loved it but am looking for somewhere quiet where you can sit on a beach or round a pool without having your brains blown out by loud, crap music. If it was biased towards adults rather than spoilt brats, that would be great too. Does such a place exist in Turkey which is easily accessible and has places to visit and enjoy nearby as well as a decent beach and restaurants?

    • ANSWER:
      Dalaman Sarigerme .Its much quiet then other places

15. QUESTION:
    Where is best to visit in Turkey?
    We keep getting told to go to different places. Basically, we are a couple in late twenties, want a beach, nice bars, not bothered about clubs, nice places to eat, markets etc. Any one suggest best place as we were told to go to Bodrum but there isnt a beach. We want a semi lively holiday, basically, relax in the days or go visiting and a few drinks and nice meal at night.

    Thansk

    • ANSWER:
      Make a so called 'Blue Cruise' (mavi yolculuk).

      Google those 2 and you'll find what you are looking for...

16. QUESTION:
    what is the best place in turkey to visit.?

    • ANSWER:
      That depends on your interests. Your question has large dimensions that makes it hard to inform you with the best place to visit in Turkey and also to me that "best" is subjective concept and differs from person to person..:)

      Having said that, your best place would pretty much be in relation with the season you'd like to visit Turkey, things you'd like to do when you are on holidays and such.

      Whether you like cultural tourism which you are interested in knowing the lifestyle of the people, history, their art, architecture, religion(s), and other elements that helped shape their way of life. OR a package holiday; transport and accommodation sold together by an tourism agency. OR an adventurist type of visit where you like climbing, hiking, biking, OR you like Turkish food a lot so your best place to visit be a restaurant. OR you like the pop-culture style, then your best place would be a particular location where almost every second person goes.

      I wish I knew what you are looking for "in best" but I could always say that Istanbul is one of the places in Turkey one must visit.

17. QUESTION:
    which part of turkey is the best place to visit for me and my girlfriend (early 20's)?
    we are looking for a lively holiday with plenty to do but nothing to over the top like a mad clubbing 18/30 holiday, any helpfull suggestions would be gratefully appreachiated !! thanks

    • ANSWER:
      istanbul

18. QUESTION:
    Which Is the best place in Turkey to visit? or not?

    • ANSWER:
      Today's Independent on Sunday has a good overview:
      http://www.independent.co.uk/travel/europe/the-complete-guide-to-turkish-shores-898573.html

      There is so much variety in Turkey that it is impossible to recommend just one place without knowing what you like.

      Some of the high spots are :

      Istanbul - Beautiful, historical city with a fascinating mix of East and West including lively night life.
      Cappadocia - Stunning landscape and history. A balloon trip is recommended.
      The Turquoise coast - Sun, sea, sand and ruins. A gulet trip is a must.

      Wherever you go you are assured a wonderful welcome. The weather and food are great too!

19. QUESTION:
    Best places to visit in Europe?
    I'm planning on going to europe, will definitely be going to:
    istanbul, turkey
    rome, italy
    paris, france

    Can someone fill me in on the best "touristic" attractions in those cities or even other cities in that country. For example, Eiffel tower in france, etc or an attraction in florence, italy, etc. I want something in which will be memorable, fun and picture worthy. I want to fill in as much as I can everyday.

    • ANSWER:
      If you plan to visit Barcelona. Here is our preplanned Barcelona City Guide. It is a complete guide what to see in the city optimized for 1, 3 and 5 days.

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      We are working on our Rome and Paris guides. They will be available shorty. Check back to us shortly.
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20. QUESTION:
    Where is the best place to visit in Olu Deniz? Turkey?

    • ANSWER:
      Well, It will be Oludeniz which is a closed peninsula in Fethiye; itself.

      Check out:

      http://www.gofethiye.com/
      http://www.fethiye.net/fethiye_peng.html

21. QUESTION:
    Best season to visit Turkey?
    Planning a trip to Croatia (Mkarska), Greek Islands (Mykonos, Santorini), Turkey (Istambul, Ankara, Capadoccia) and Cyprus.

    Have 30 days off, want to stay most of them in Turkey.
    Any other places do you recommend to visit over there?
    Tips?, Food I must try? (Other than Kebabs / Durums etc)
    Do we Mexicans need any Visa to enter Turkey? (asking casue we dont need any Visa to enter most European Countries...but am not sure about Turkey)...

    Thxx!!!
    Thx everybody for your answers..

    Totally Blunt: Of course I can bring you there the oversized Mex red beans haha...

    It seems that I may need a Visa to enter Turkey but doesnt seem to be very complicated..

    Really cant wait to be in Turkey.

    • ANSWER:
      hi İsaac,
      as for me,september - october is the best time in İstanbul.
      i would recommend to you, İstanbul
      http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2YAvfxA6a94
      of course first of all Beyoğlu; the hearth of istanbul i think, you will love it.
      you should see Bosphorus, you will love it too.
      if you wanna see some historical places, you must see Sultanahmet, you can find Sultanahmet Mosque and Ayasofya museum there and when you are there don't forget to visit Sultanahmet Köftecisi (for dinner or lunch dont know).
      you can take a boat tour too, to feel "Bosphorus Magic".
      http://www.kizkulesi.com.tr/default_en.aspx
      http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=I1MP-Ylhd8c
      let me do a list;

      I. Eminönü, you can eat fish there. (you can take a boat tour here).
      go to Topkapı Palace from eminönü
      http://www.ee.bilkent.edu.tr/~history/topkapi.html
      and Yerebatan The Basilica Cistern
      http://www.yerebatan.com/english/index.html
      and then go to sultanahmet by street railway easily.
      in sultanahmet visit Sultanahmet Mosque
      http://www.hitit.co.uk/regions/Istanbul/sultanahmet.html
      http://www.istanbulexcursions.com/mosques-images/blue.mosque.jpg
      http://www.resimvadisi.com/data/media/224/02_Stambul__Sultan_Ahmet_Camii_4.jpg
      and Ayasofya museum.
      http://english.istanbul.gov.tr/Default.aspx?pid=343
      you can find lots of historical places here. from here you can use the railway again and go to Beyazıd.
      II. And then see Beyoğlu(especially at night) and Pera museum.
      http://www.peramuzesi.org.tr/index_en.html
      you can walk from Taksim Square to Tunnel. you can go to Kabataş from here and see Istanbul Modern if you are interested in art. and maybe in kabataş,
      http://www.istanbulmodern.org/en/f_index.html
      Tophane, you can try Narghile if you didnt try before.
      Visit the Dolmabahçe palace,too
      http://www.dolmabahce.gov.tr/source.cms.docs/dolmabahce.gov.tr.ce/dolmabahce.html
      http://www.pbase.com/dosseman/dolmabahce
      oh dont forget to visit Galata Tower.
      http://www.galatatower.net/eng/index.php
      http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=BAiunEeQddE
      you can go there from Tunnel. and under the Galata Bridge you can find some restaurants for a romantic dinner.
      III.At last, for night life you can find good places in Beyoglu.
      http://www.360istanbul.com/
      http://www.istanbuljazz.com/eng/
      http://www.haciabdullah.com.tr/English/index.htm
      http://www.tarihicicekpasaji.com/resim.html

22. QUESTION:
    Where are the best places to buy a computer in Turkey?
    I am looking for the best place to buy a new (desktop) computer in Turkey (preferably a shop in Istanbul) - shops or online. I've already visited the likes of Tekno SA, Vatan, Gitti Gidiyor.

    • ANSWER:
      Go to Kadikoy,there are loads of computer shops at where you can find anything,called Yazıcıoğlu.

23. QUESTION:
    How nice is the Country Turkey?
    Okay, so my mum and dad are planning a family holiday to turkey.
    For me, 15
    My brother, 13

    Is there any advantages or disadvantages i should know about, Is the weather okay? Whats the people like? Nice beaches? Best hotel to stay in? Best place to visit in turkey??

    Thanks a lot.

    • ANSWER:
      okay I have been going to Turkey since 1993 and own a house in Fethiye . please tell me what place in uk can you leave car open every day never worry about what you leave in garden, walk out without fear of being mugged hey the local people are 100 % good the only thing what you need to do is just enjoy, stay awake when in the markets and just compere prices to what you would pay back home and never pay the first price that you are given, the weather is now warmer than English summer days in any resort in fethiye and blue lagoon area it a lot warmer

24. QUESTION:
    Travelling/back packing best places to visit ?
    OK so i want to go travelling again soon, a couple years back i did the more common places on a set ticket and only took a coach or train to a couple places not on my set ticket. I went to India, Thailand, Singapore, Malysia, Australia, Newzealand, Fiji, America, Turkey and Hong Kong.

    Can you suggest any great countrys you have or would love to visit backpacking please ? and any no go areas ?

    P.s. When i say soon i mean about 2 years as i am only 14 right now

    • ANSWER:
      Croatia looks good

25. QUESTION:
    Where in the middle east is best to visit?
    im 15 and on my travel list i definitely want to have a middle eastern country on my list of places to visit but i don't know which do chose i am from america so i would want to go to a safe country i was thinking iran because i have heard nice things about it i am into history and really want to learn more about middle eastern culture i also heard instanbul in turkey is nice.

    these are my questions

    which is better to visit Istanbul turkey or iran?

    which middle eastern country is best to visit?

    thanks

    • ANSWER:

26. QUESTION:
    where in the middle east is best to visit?
    im 15 and on my travel list i definitely want to have a middle eastern country on my list of places to visit but i don't know which do chose i am from america so i would want to go to a safe country i was thinking iran because i have heard nice things about it i am into history and really want to learn more about middle eastern culture.

    these are my questions

    which is better to visit Istanbul turkey or iran?

    which middle eastern country is best to visit?

    thanks

    • ANSWER:
      iran is the best place not only in middle east!!! in iran there are so many places to visit. cities such as shiraz , isfahan , yazd , gheshm island , kerman and ... and so many to buy and eat and see.
      it is safe in iran so don't worry about anything im living in iran now , dont listen to the news about iran........hope you enjoy your trip ))))))))))))
      see you in iran =)))

27. QUESTION:
    if you want to travelas a tourist to Istanbul (Turkey) for 8 days which places would you visit?
    what are the best shopping center?We will stay inlion hotel .Do you know there?what about Gonieh _Molana's grave?Is it a good place to visit?

    • ANSWER:
      i've never been to istanbul but while your there do visit Didim, it's a couple of hours away and a fantastic night place

28. QUESTION:
    what are the best night life spots in istanbul turkey.. which is better to use turkish lira or US dollars ?
    I'll be visiting turkey at the end of november , I want to know what is the best nightlife spots and places to hang out .. I'm 25 yrs .. and ingeneral which currency is the best , in terms of value and in terms of trading.. and any useful tips for winter shopping is most welcomed!!

    • ANSWER:
      first answerer is right, taksim istiklal avenue

29. QUESTION:
    The best miniature park is the world to visit?
    I wana know the best places to see landmarks around the world, miniture. I know there is one in Nikko, Japan. Another in Turkey and one of Al-Quds in Israel. Are there any good ones in America worth visiting? Like one that will have Islamic buildings also?

    • ANSWER:
      Here's a link to a list of miniature parks in the USA:

      http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Miniature_city#United_States

      best of luck to you!

30. QUESTION:
    What city should i visit in Turkey?
    I am thinking of going to Turkey for holiday with my family but i'm not sure what city would be best to visit.
    I want to see a historic place with good shoping, culture, art, architecture etc

    • ANSWER:
      Of course Istanbul, I have been living in Ist. since I was born. Ankara and Izmir are good to visit

31. QUESTION:
    Holiday destination to Turkey?
    Hi Guys,

    I am planning a beach holiday end of september in Turkey. Whats the best place to visit, is it:

    Antalya
    Bodrum OR
    Dalaman

    we are two girls going and aged 28

    Our Budget is £1000

    Cheers
    Sonal.

    • ANSWER:
      Antalya is extramelly beautiful!so go for it!

32. QUESTION:
    Which country should I visit Greece or Turkey?
    1. Which has nicer beaches? and which are the best beaches? ( be specific )

    2. Which has more historical places to visit? ( also name some )

    3. Which is more tourist friendly and has nicer people?

    4. If you had a choice to go to either Greece or Turkey which would it be?

    • ANSWER:
      GREECE ALL THE WAY!!! its absolutley beautiful there.. we were thinkin about going to turkey once but we kept getting loads of bad reviews about it. cyprus is a greek/turkish island so i recomend there.. ive been there 2 time in a row and never get tired of it. best holiday ive ever been on! loads of day trips out and historical bulidings/sites. the people there are honeslty the nicest forren people ive ever met. never rude. hope i helped

33. QUESTION:
    where is the best place to go in Turkey?
    I have been a couple of times when i was younger but want to visit with my boyfriend, im 18 and we want beach, things to see and do, nice restaurants and views, not toooo much night life and not somewhere really westernized. when to antalya and enjoyed it there, but this time we would only be able to hire a moped, any suggestions? thanks

    • ANSWER:
      I've been to Turkey four times and a sail from Fethiye to Olympos was the best. The scenery with the mountains meeting the sea is amazing and the small villages you stop along the way not too touristy. It was only 200 dollars per person for a four day sail on a Gullet (a type of Turkish Sailing vessel) when me and my wife went two years ago. The cost includes three awesome Turkish meals a day. There will be about 12 other people (mostly young Europeans and Australians) going along for the sail. Be sure to sleep on a mat on deck. The air is perfect. It was the best sleep I have ever experienced in my life. The old Greek ruins you visit along the way are amazing. The snorkeling and swimming in the warm Mediterranean is just incredible. You will depart near Olympos. Olympos is a ruin of a classical Greek city. There are many tree houses and bungalows to sleep in for about 25 dollars a night (with a huge evening meal and laundry service included in the price). You can also climb the hill at night to see the flaming Chimaera. Natural gas seeps through the hillside causing the blue flames to dance. It is magical. The ancient Greeks thought it was a fire breathing, three headed monster. Another ancient city near Olympos is Phaselis. We flew from Istanbul to the Dalaman airport and from there driven to Fethiye. From Olympos you could easily catch a bus to Antalya. If you had more time I would visit Cappodicia as well. The best time to go is July, August or September, as it is warm and sunny. They other months can be rainy.

34. QUESTION:
    I am planning a trip to Black Sea area in Turkey for August. I need suggestions please on places to visit.?
    My family and I are planning to start our two-week road trip from Istanbul and head towards Samsun. We will be passing on Kocaeli, Sakarya, Bolu, Zonguldak, Bartin, Kastamonu, and Sinop. What things do u suggest to do in these areas? Which is the best area among them? In which areas do u suggest that we stay for a few days and which areas to just pass by? What hotels do you suggest? Are there any good resorts of places on the beach to stay in? Do u suggest going to Trabzon or not?
    Sorry for my multiple questions and thanks in advance

    • ANSWER:
      That would be a terrible mistake to miss Safranbolu in Karabük city where would be culturally more important than the destinations you cited above.

      You must go to Trabzon and see the Sürmene Monastry. Also you must see Amasra too

      If you don't see these 3 destination on your way. I am sure you ll be realy upset.

35. QUESTION:
    Where is best in Turkey, Side (Antalya) or Altinkum?
    Me and my partner are going away to Turkey soon and I am wondering what option is best for us. We are a young couple and like the beach etc, but its important for us to visit a place with culture and interesting places to visit. We're not really fans of family's and crowded beaches.

    We're on a bit of a budget (£200 - £300) and so far I have identified Antalya and Altinkum as possible places. We did a lot of research into Side and were thinking of going there. However I'm now thinking Altinkum, because it may not be so commercialized?

    Which would you prefer and why?
    If anybody has any other places (available from Bristol airport), I'd love to hear about them.

    ---

    I have a few questions about Altinkum if anybody has visited there:

    -Its up in the Mid/ North West, how does the weather compare?

    -Is Ephesus going to be near enough to visit?

    -We would land in Bodrum, is that far from Altinkum?

    • ANSWER:
      Side and Altinkum are both built up with lots of package tourists. The main difference being that Side attracts a lot of Germans, Altinkum mainly British holiday makers.

      During the summer the weather will be good in both places, Side will be a bit hotter. Neither will be below 30c (daytime) until sometime in September/October.

      From Altinkum it's easy to visit Ephesus, Didyma, Priene and Miletus. All very interesting ancient sites.
      Side has an ancient theatre and good museum and is also close to Perge, Aspendos, Alanya and Termessus. Also all worthy of a visit.

      The beach is better at Side.

      Bodrum airport to Altinkum is about 2 hours or less.

36. QUESTION:
    Where to go in Turkey?
    Hi, I would like to go on a Honeymoon to Turkey and my wife really loves Cold places.. so Which are the best places to visit for honeymoon. We would probably leave at March. I heard it is still cold during March. So can Anyone advice? would also like to go Skiing. Please recommend.

    • ANSWER:
      Skiing and cold? You want to go to Austria.

      Turkey has AMAZING places to visit. Istanbul is one of the great cities of the world and the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia are MUST VISIT locations. The ancient city of Ephesus is on the Turkish coast. Mount Olypmus is a bit farther south (and one of the places I need to visit when I go back.)

      For coldish weather, there is Cappadoccia ... a canyon area with inhabited cave dwellings.

      I highly recommend a holiday in Turkey. But check your expectations. You're not going to find great skiing there.

37. QUESTION:
    A question about holidaying in Turkey?
    I intend to visit Turkey in about 4 months. Preferably around Antalya region. I hear there are many villages there. Can someone tell me where is the best place to go for to see the culture and what is the best way to move around? And the cheapest stay and food of course. lol Thanks!

    • ANSWER:
      whatever you do
      stay away from the armenians who entered Turkey illegally
      they starve in their filthy & poor country armenia
      and they come to Turkey to steal stuff

38. QUESTION:
    Holiday to Turkey. Where is the best place to go for the nicest beaches?
    I've looked up Olu Deniz and I want to visit the blue lagoon but I'm told the sand is so course, you'll have to wear sand shoes. I want to visit a beach where the sand is soft, lots of places to eat. Any advice. I've been to Bodrum so don't want to go there again.

    Please only answer if you've been before.

    P.S - any nice 3 or 4 star hotels or any deals for May?
    Forgot to mention - want to stay close enough that it doesn't take a whole week to get to the lagoon

    • ANSWER:
      I can't reccomend anywhere but Olu Deniz beacuse its the nicest place on earth!

      The beach is beautiful. The sand itself is not course but there are pebbles where the sea meets the beach............on the whole they are quite smooth and you can walk over them barefoot until you get into the water. I don;t wear shoes on the beach.

      The blue lagoon is out of this world! There isn't so much a beach there, more small sandy embankments which are quite rough but there are sunbeds and parosols to hire, PLease note that unless you stay a hotel which a its own section at the lagoon, you will have to pay a small fee to get in.

      I would say that Olu Deniz is the best place to stay as everything you need is very close by. If you stay in Olu you will be at the most 5 mins walk from the beach, lagoon and lots of amazing places to eat . I have stayed in 4* Club Sun City 3 times, it has the largest pool in Olu and is at the foot of the mountain so gorgeous views whilst swimming! Sun city also has its own section at the lagoon and does provide free entrance and free transport there and back. I would try Thomas Cook for a good deal. The nighlife is good in Olu too, and Hisaronu is only 10 minutes in a taxi/dolmus and thats a real party town.

      If you wan to stay out of Olu Deniz I would say that travelling to Olu from Fethiye or Cesme wll take about 20 mins + on the dolmus. Any further away and it will become a trek (we did it 2 years on the run!) We stayed in a place called Calis one year and took over 2 hours to get to the lagoon.................now we always stay in Olu Deniz. It's perfect.

      Hope this helps

39. QUESTION:
    A question about Turkey? Promise top points to best answer!
    Hi there,
    I am going on holiday to Turkey next week and i was wondering if anyone had any information/advice about the Marmaris area?

    Any good restaurants/beaches/places to visit?
    Good activites?

    All answers very much appreciated and promise top points to the best answer!

    Thanks in advance and have a good day

    • ANSWER:
      We are going to Marmaris 25th August, We have been there quite a few times before,

      You will find if you travel away from the center of Marmaris, you will find it's much cheaper. The Armutalan area of Marmaris is our favourite
      place to go. Lots of lively pubs, and good food. Don't be afraid to say
      "No" when you get hassled, We always look at the menu's outside the restaurants, and ask for the prices of drinks, before we go in. and the cost of the kids meals,Doing it this way you have an idea What the bill will be.

      I would recommend a trip to the Mud Baths and Turtle Island the round trip will take about 9 hours. The Jeep rides are great. and there are also lazy day boat trips. We book all the trips at once with a Turk called O.J. he operates opposite Shara's Bar, in Armutalan (the more trips you book the more discounts he gives) When booking always ask Are meals included? Will we get picked up from and returned to the hotel? and What discounts? Try a few agents, there are a lot of them taking bookings.

      Have a good time, and remember it's going to be HOT believe me

40. QUESTION:
    I want to spend the best time in Turkey!?
    I want to plan a trip to turkey with my family in November for about a week or 10 days.. I want to go to Istanbul and visit places such as the blue mosque, hagia sofia, topkapi palace, and the grand bazar..
    Is there anywhere else worth seeing in Istanbul?
    Anyways my real question is.. I want to visit another close city and I heard bursa and abant r nice,, which one is closer? and which one has better views and places to see? is there any other nice but close city? and does it fit to do all the things I mentioned in a week?

    • ANSWER:
      There is a ton worth seeing! Taksim is different, especially if you're not from a big city yourself. I'd go to Prince's Island (you can get there by ferry) rather than go way to Bursa etc. It's lovely, and natural compared to istanbul, and there are different things to do there-although I'm not sure of how it is in November so check ahead of time. I wouldn't try to plan too many places, I was in istanbul staying with a Turkish couple for 3 months and I feel like I was barely there. Have a great time! Turkey is amazing and I keep going back.

41. QUESTION:
    can my friend come and visit me from turkey?
    Hi, for the past few years we have been on holiday to the same place in turkey. The people that i have met out there are like my best mates, i was wondering how hard it is for them to get a visa and come visit me. Can you give me any website that gives me more information. They told me that it was too hard for them to get one. Thanks x x
    Im not sure if he has a passport, but he said he would need a visa, but i just thought that he could just come with a normal passport and visit for a week or two like a holiday x

    • ANSWER:
      he needs a passport and a visa but its not a problem my friends have Turkish friends coming over all of the time ?

42. QUESTION:
    anyone from Turkey here?
    Hi, I'm going to visit Turkey next week, can anybody here guide me to the best places their?
    ( im from Dubai by the way...)

    • ANSWER:
      I am not from Turkey but the first destination to go to Turkey is Istanbul. You should visit the Palaces the Sultans that lived in it. I really enjoyed it and I hope you do. Go to the website below and it can show you more of Turkey and good places to go. Enjoy your trip!!!

43. QUESTION:
    Holiday in Turkey - where can I find the best deals?
    Family of 4 (2 adults, children 7 and 8), one week the end of July 2011 (willing to obey school rules this time), hotel and flight prices, traveling in the afternoon there and back. UK - Gatwick to Turkey. A family friendy place, not an all inclusive thing, but maybe a family hotel, where we can visit local attractions and join in with the odd disco and also be able to see traditional/real Turkish life. Thank you

    • ANSWER:
      Hi,

      After a good search around I have found the following have the best deals:

      up to £300 off for 2011 summer holidays
      http://www.thomascook.com/?adnetwork=td&affiliateid=1793872&tduid=0910299dc0caed8ba1de91383471768c

      Also these guys are very good I have used them a couple of time myself:
      http://www.alpharooms.com/?r=TD&_$ja=tsid:9882|cat:1793872&tduid=0910299dc0caed8ba1de91383471768c

      Try them both, I hope they save you some money.

      Warm regards

      Leigh

44. QUESTION:
    kusadasi turkey?? info plz4family visiting?
    restaurants/places to visit/do,best buys, etc etc

    • ANSWER:
      wednesday go to the market - clothes day. adaland has a dolphin show daily, for extra cost ( think its now £75 per person) you can swim with them. another tip, say the kids need life jackets and you will go to a smaller pool but get longer to be with them, get kisses and cuddles and ride on their belly's. aqua fantasy - another hotel where you can buy a day pass ,full of massive water slides the kids will love it Beaches are lovely as is the harbour, try and go to pigeon island its very nice.shops are great in town and you get to haggle there as well as in the market. most of all im sure you will love it, have a great holiday

45. QUESTION:
    I want to fly from SFO to Istanbul (turkey) and back on 10th to 20th June.How to get the bargain offer?
    Me and my wife would like to make a trip to Turkey and Greece from 10th to 20th June. We would like to get the best air fare (both ways)from SFO to Istanbul for the above period.If someone can suggest the website or places where we can find a good price it will be great. What are the good places to visit in both countries?
    Thanks

    • ANSWER:
      check out tulumbatravel.com it's a website owned by Turks but based in Brooklyn, they focus only on travel to Turkey, so might offer you the best price. Another good thing about them is that they have the lowest fare guarantee, which means if after buying a ticket from them you find a better deal elsewhere, they will pay you the difference!

46. QUESTION:
    Turkey holiday...alanya!! ?
    Im going to turkey on sunday....To a resort called Antalya, alanya
    i want to know what the best sightseeing places are...when i search them on google...Things like museums and caves come up... I would also like to go to some water parks, theme parks, beaches, and some nice shopping malls.. i would like to know about these places...and which ones are the best to visit...

    i would like to get as much info about turkey as possible and it would also be really helpful if you could list the things i need to take there

    Basically just list all the things i need to know...time difference, how long it takes to get there, currency...etc

    thankyou

    • ANSWER:
      whatever you do
      stay away from the armenians who entered Turkey illegally
      they starve in their filthy & poor country armenia
      and they come to Turkey to steal stuff

47. QUESTION:
    Greece and Turkey in winter?
    My friend and I are planning a trip to backpack through southern Europe for about 2-3 weeks. We want to visit Greece, Turkey, Italy and maybe Morocco too. I know that winter is not the best time to go to Greece (well I actually wanted to travel to Scandinavian countries, but my friend, she doesn't want to freeze to death).

    So, these are my questions :
    1. How is the weather in Greece in December?
    2. Are the attractions in Athens closed in winter? Like Acropolis, museums, etc.
    3. I'm planning to visit the islands (Santorini, Crete, and Mykonos). Anyone knows how to get there? I heard there's some kind of islands hopping, is it expensive? How much it costs? For your info, we're really on a tight budget.
    4. Money things : how much money do you think is necessary to save up/bring on a trip like this?
    5. If I can't afford to go to the islands, aside from Athens, which city should I visit?
    6. What's the easiest and cheapest way to go to Turkey from Greece?
    7. What are some must-see places in Turkey?

    Thank you

    • ANSWER:
      1. The winter is a great time to visit Greece. Of course you won't be able to swim and the islands may be rather empty, so it won't be a "enjoy-the-sea" vacation, but once you get that straight in your mind, there are plenty of things to do and see. The weather in December is wintery, of course, it may rain or even snow, but there will be nice sunny days too.
      2. All the monuments and archaeological sites will be open, and in fact it is better to visit them in winter, without the summer heat and sun. They close early though.
      3. Visiting the islands in December is not such a great idea. Especially island hopping. Maybe you could go to one big island ( in terms of local population) that won't be so deserted. Like Syros (you can combine this to Myconos, they are close). Or Rhodes (which you can combine to Turkey, they are close too. Chios is also close to Turkey).
      4. I would advise to have about 150 euro each per day to cover all of your expenses.
      5. You can take daily trips or weekend trips from Athens. The best choices are:
      a. Delphi archaeological site - and Hosios Lukas Monastery (don't miss that!). In the winter you can also ski there. 2 hour drive from Athens.
      b. Nafplio neoclassical town and Epidauros and Mycenae archaeological sites. also 2 hour drive from Athens
      c. Mount Pelion, lovely picturesque villages for winter. 4-5 hour drive from Athens, you need to stay 2-3 days.
      d. Zagorochoria, near Ioannina. Also nice picturesque villages, amazing landscapes and the city of Ioannina itself is very nice and historic. Go to the little island on the lake. 5-6 hour drive from Athens, you also need to stay 2-3 days.
      e. Meteora. Amazing experience! Google it to see the huge rocks with the monasteries climbed on top of them. 5 hours drive also.
      f. Aegina. lovely island very near Athens, 1 hour ferry trip from Pireaus. Do visit the ancient temple of Afaia.
      6. Easiest way to go to Turkey: fly to Istanbul, which is a must see place. Cheapest way: probably to take the ferry from Rhodes or Chios, if you are there. You can also take trains and buses but it will be much trouble for you, not worth it, better to fly.
      7. Across from Chios there is an area with very interesting ancient Greek cities - archaeological sites, like Milet, Priene, Efesos, etc. The area across from Rhodes is more summer-type vacation I think. Personnally, I advise you to just fly to Istanbul, the old Constantinople, the capital of 2 Empires for over 1500 years.

48. QUESTION:
    Gumbet Turkey, currency and trips!?
    My 15 year old daughter and I are having our first visit to Turkey on Sunday! Is it correct that I don't need Turkish Money because english is accepted everywhere? I'm feeling anxious about this! Has anyone any good tips for daytrips to take, cost and the best place for booking them? Many thanks, Amanda x

    • ANSWER:
      YOU CAN USE ANY CURRENCY IN GUMBET. THERE ARE PLENTY OF CHANGE OFFICE ALL OVER BODRUM IF YOU WANT SOME TURKISH MONEY,

      THE TURKISH BATH IS GREAT I SUGGEST THE ONE ACROSS FROM THE BODRUM BUS STATION THEY ARE A PROPER TURKISH BATH(HAMAM) NOT A TOURIST TRAP LIKE THE OTHERS.

      THE TUGURTREIS SATURDAY OPEN MARKET IS GREAT YOU CAN TAKE A DOLMUS NO NEED TO PAY FOR A TAXI.

      BOAT TRIP IS A MUST I SUGGEST THE JOSHUA BRANDEN YACHT LOCATED IN BODRUM BY THE CASTLE GATE, THEY ARE PERFECT, GREAT FOOD AND NO HASSELING,

      DON'T USE THE AGENTS SINCE THEY WILL OVER CHARGE YOU AND THE STREET AGENTS HAVE VERY LOW QUALITY PRODUCTS YOU CAN BOOK EVERYTHING ON YOU OWN.

      YOU WILL HAVE A GREAT TIME JUST RELAX AND ENJOY THE EXPERIENCE.

49. QUESTION:
    What do I need to do before going to Turkey?
    I'm going to Turkey in a month for an engineering conference. My school is taking care of flights, transportation (to and from the hotel and conference), etc. I'm planning on learning the basics of the language. And I'll be there for a week.

    What else to do I need to do? Are there any vaccinations I'll need? Anything I need to watch out for over there? Any places (other than the normal tourist destinations) that I need to visit/see? Where is the best place to exchange money?

    Oh, and I LOVE trying new food. Any suggestions would be much appreciated.

    Also, I'll have a lay over in Germany for a few hours; If I want to buy anything in the airport, will I have to convert money to Euros first?
    Oh, and I'll be in Istanbul.
    That's kinda an important detail...
    And I'm from the US.

    • ANSWER:
      Hiya,
      I'm from the UK and I'm off to Turkey in a few weeks. Before we go we need a few vaccinations including tetanus & typhoid. You'd be best off checking with your doctor as it depends where in Turkey you go as to if you'll need other jabs such as anti-malaria.
      Also, when you arrive in Turkey you will need to buy a Visa in the airport. We have to buy ours for 10GBP so it will work out roughly around 20USD.
      And if your not from Turkey, I've been told to make sure you don't drink the water, which includes not having ice in your drink.
      Hope my little bit of knowledge has been some sort of help.
      Enjoy your trip!

50. QUESTION:
    Which has been the best Country/Place/City you have ever visited and why?
    And where have you been most disappointed with?

    The nicest place I have ever visited was Budapest. Such a beautiful city, lovely climate (in May). I stayed there for a few days when I was travelling to Romania to do some charity work and fell in love with the place. But also I love Turunc in Turkey for beach holidays.

    I was really disappointed with Rome, too touristy, too many beggars, the Trevi fountain is tiny and the colesseum wasn't as grand as I expected it to be. Lovely people though.
    Worst beach holiday was Tenerife - horrible place
    Ooh not been to kusadasi yet - I will add it to my list of places in Turkey to go to. I've been coming to Turkey for 12 years and it will probably take me about another 40 to see all the wonderful places that people have mentioned.
    Blunt I-run - Bologna is where my surname (family name) origiantes from although when the people first came over with this name centuries ago the native English found it difficult to say it so it has changed over the years.
    I haven't been to Istanbul yet but I would love to go. If anyone wants to be our tour guide or give us advice /recommendations on where and when to go that would be great!

    • ANSWER:
      Why do I have to make one of them 'the best'!
      I think New York City is very unique and has a beauty of it's own. If I were young, I would probably spend a few years there. Also Stratford-on-Avon is a beautiful town. Who wouldn't want to live in a town that still breathes Shakespeare Cambridge is lovely and I could smell science, culture and education in every street there. I saw some small towns/villages in USA which were beautiful.
      Although I wouldn't want to live in it for long, Istanbul is the most enchanting city I have seen. A Turkish poet called it 'the virgin of thousand husbands'. I also loved the towns on the Black Sea coast of Turkey (Unye, Fatsa, Ordu etc.)