Kemer is a newly built resort in Turkey, which has been designed specifically to cater to the needs of tourists. This popular resort combines the beauty of the forest, sea and the mountains to offer an ideal environment for a wonderful holiday.

Situated ...

Kemer is a newly built resort in Turkey, which has been designed specifically to cater to the needs of tourists. This popular resort combines the beauty of the forest, sea and the mountains to offer an ideal environment for a wonderful holiday.

Situated 35 km southwest of Antalya Airport, Kemer is a perfect base for all types of holiday maker whether you wish to spend lazy days by the sea or for the more active traveller there is plenty to see and do - Kemer has something to offer everyone.

You can swim in the picturesque seawaters between Kemer and Kas or enjoy one of the many boat trips Kemer port has to offer. The beaches range from small coves to larger stretches of sand with a mix of stones, pebbles and sand.

Away from your sun lounger, stroll around the chic marina or rummage for bargains and beach gear in the gift shops and boutiques.

For the more active holidaymaker, the major tourist attractions include the Yoruk Park, Ayisigi, Chimera, Cirali, St. Nicholas Church, Ulupinar, Adrasan and Beldibi Inn. At the park, you can also treat yourself to some traditional Turkish souvenirs. Other favourite excursion trips to look out for are Alanya, Cappadocia and Pamukkale.

Kemer can be a base for exploring another fascinating attraction, Termessos. The ancient city of Termessos, an hour's drive northwest of Antalya, which holds one of the most famous historic ruins of any ancient city in Turkey.

The resort offers a good choice of cafes and restaurants suiting a wide range of clientele. Kemer can get quite lively in high season, there are late bars and even a couple of nightclub’s to choose from.

Kalkan is considered to be one of Turkey's most sophisticated and pretty resorts and is becoming the country's premier resort for private villa holidays, due to the great range of quality and fantastically priced restaurants and of course its’ beautiful s ...

Kalkan is considered to be one of Turkey's most sophisticated and pretty resorts and is becoming the country's premier resort for private villa holidays, due to the great range of quality and fantastically priced restaurants and of course its’ beautiful setting. It appeals to the more discerning tourist so if you’re looking for nightclubs and British-style 'pubs', Kalkan is definitely not the resort for you! Dalaman is the nearest airport to the resort of Kalkan - transfer time by road is approximately 1.5 hours. It is possible to reach the Kalkan via Antalya Airport, however, the transfer time is approximately 3 hours.

There are a number of great beaches around. The small pebble beach next to the harbour has been attractively extended in recent years by the Kalkan Foundation.

Sunbeds and parasols are available for hire and beach shoes are a good idea as it can be quite tricky getting in and out of the sea without them.

The water is beautifully clear and refreshing as cold freshwater springs mix with the warmer seawater, creating cold patches.

For those of us who visit Kalkan frequently, we know that the local beaches are stunning.

A 'dolmus' (local bus) from Kalkan village centre takes 10 minutes to reach the frequently photographed Kaputas Beach, a lovely sandy, unspoilt beach positioned at the foot of a ravine. Although be warned about the many steps - around 216 in total!

It should be noted that there are no cafe or toilet facilities on this beach.

Slightly further a field, though well worth the dolmus ride (approximately 20 minutes), is Patara Beach. Its 12 miles of golden sand is home to protected turtles and it has been described as one of the most beautiful stretches of sand in all of Turkey. It is also a great place for a spot of horse-riding.

The entrance to the beach is through the ruins of the ancient city and if you come by car, you'll need to pay a small entrance fee per person.

Sunbeds and parasols are available for hire on the beach and there is a well-run cafe for snacks and drinks.

Kalkan's beach clubs are situated all around the bay and are very easily accessible. They are basically 'rock gardens' cut into the hillside or decked areas with direct access to the sea and offer sunbathing platforms, swimming, water sports and excellent restaurant facilities, together with a relaxing ambience and stunning settings. Sun loungers and parasols are available to rent for the day. The excellent Palm Beach club offers a free water taxi service from the harbour and / or a free taxi ride home at the end of a hard day's sunbathing and snorkelling!

If you're celebrating a special occasion while you're in Kalkan, such as a birthday or wedding anniversary, or perhaps you'll be on honeymoon, we can arrange for a chef to cook a celebratory meal for you at your villa or apartment. Additional staff can be supplied to serve and tidy up afterwards if required and you can choose from traditional Turkish or English menus and some examples can be seen below.

To make the occaison even more special, we can also arrange for the delivery of fresh flowers and / or champagne on a day of your choice. If you are arriving on late flight then we can provide a buffet banquet on arrival for £16 per person.