Altinkum Holidays
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From: FELICIA TRAVEL / ALTINKUM on 13 Jan 2010 10:15 Altinkum, which translated literally as Golden Sand in English is fast becoming one of the top tourist locations for European People to purchase properties in Turkey. 90 kilometers away ( 1,5 hours drive away) from Bodrum International Airport, this resort has grown directly behind the beach . Altinkum refers to the beach area, whereas Didim is the name of the actual town. The main beach in Altinkum (often referred to as First Beach) is a large bay of golden sand with incredibly shallow waters making it very popular with the locals and holidaymakers alike and particularly ideal for families. There are more beaches, on both sides of the main beach fondly referred to as second and third beach. Water sports are plentiful here so there is always something to watch or participate in whether you are adventurous or faint hearted . Altinkum receives a high number of repeat guests as well as being a sought after destination by Turkish holidaymakers. Dolphin Square and most of the town has been renovated with renovating work still on going , resulting in vast superb improvements around the town. A new Marina that is currently under construction in Altinkum and planning to be opened by 2009 will be the biggest in Turkey. Two golf courses one's construction will start in 2008 are part of these ongoing improvements. Supermarket chains such as Carrefour, Migros and TansaŠare located along the main Didyma to Altinkum road making it easy to self-cater and buy provisions but for those that do not want to do it themselves, restaurants and cafes are plentiful at reasonable prices.The hugely popular Saturday Bazaar is also at the top end of the town where by the old town of Didim and the ruins of Apollo Temple at Didyma can also be located. The most impressive single monument on the west coast of Ionia, is the Temple of Apollo at Didyma. Here, one can see the famous stone relief Head of Medusa and the ruins of Branchidai , the site of an ancient temple which has been excavated since 1873. Some of the facilities in Altinkum, ⢠Aqua park. ⢠Miles & miles of sandy beaches with crystal clear waters, known to be the best in Turkey ⢠Boat Tours to islands or City tours to other towns ⢠Hundreds of choices of Bars, Discos, Restaurants serving food from Turkish & International Cuisines , Cafes,. ⢠Apollo Temple, Milet, Priene, Bafa Lake, Ephesus, Heraklia, and many more historical towns and Museums. ⢠Water facilities. ⢠Shopping Centres. ⢠Horse Riding, Fishing, Scuba Diving. ⢠Beach volleyball ,Tennis, and other sport facilities. ⢠Jeep safari, Daily Tours to all shopping and other touristy towns.. ⢠Just 2 miles away is one of the Turkeys most popular national park ( Dilek Peninsula National Park ) ⢠Greek Villages, Islands. ⢠Tent & Caravan Camping areas ⢠3 supermarkets ⢠Hairdressers ⢠Local Markets where you can buy from fresh fruits, vegetables and clothes to household items.
From: Hackamore on 15 Jan 2010 02:36 FELICIA TRAVEL / ALTINKUM wrote: > Altinkum, which translated literally as Golden Sand in English is fast > becoming one of the top tourist locations for European People to > purchase properties in Turkey. but like Jamaica, Turkey isn't in Europe... it's like the definition of where Asia starts... Turkey. -- Hackamore http://www.hackamore.com http://www.hackamoretravel.com
From: Surreyman on 15 Jan 2010 05:10 On 15 Jan, 07:36, Hackamore <hackam...(a)gmail.com> wrote: > FELICIA TRAVEL / ALTINKUM wrote: > > > Altinkum, which translated literally as Golden Sand in English is fast > > becoming one of the top tourist locations for European People to > > purchase properties in Turkey. > > but like Jamaica, Turkey isn't in Europe... > > it's like the definition of where Asia starts... Turkey. > > -- > > Hackamorehttp://www.hackamore.comhttp://www.hackamoretravel.com Admittedly some years back now, but we found ourselves accidentally in Altinkum while changing dolmeshes. It, then at least, was a souless dump. Surreyman
From: Tom P on 15 Jan 2010 11:16 Hackamore wrote: > FELICIA TRAVEL / ALTINKUM wrote: >> Altinkum, which translated literally as Golden Sand in English is fast >> becoming one of the top tourist locations for European People to >> purchase properties in Turkey. > > but like Jamaica, Turkey isn't in Europe... > > it's like the definition of where Asia starts... Turkey. > > I guess we could discuss the Eurovision Song Contest again.
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