Turkish Riviera: the dream coast

Mediterranean paradise: Turkish Riviera

Are you dreaming of the perfect place for an unforgettable vacation? Then you may be thinking of a region where the sun always shines from the sky and the deep blue sea glistens in dreamy bays. A landscape characterized by magnificent natural beauty and historic places with exciting sights. Of course, there should also be first-class restaurants for unique culinary experiences - and luxurious hotels where you can reside in the utmost comfort and be pampered with relaxing wellness treatments.


Guests will find all of this on the Turkish Riviera.
This picturesque part of the Mediterranean coast stretches over 1000 kilometers and is protected in the north by the Taurus Mountains. This results in a mild climate all year round and 300 days of sunshine, which beach holidaymakers particularly enjoy. But those interested in nature and culture will also get their money's worth: ancient towns, castles, harbors and temples are waiting to be discovered. And connoisseurs love this stretch of coast for its dreamy luxury resorts and refined delicacies - the Turkish Mediterranean promises a return to the good life!


Elegant temporary home.
Built to blend in perfectly with their natural surroundings, beachfront hotels are a great way to spend a summer in style. All-inclusive resorts ranging from spacious rooms to villas - most with stunning sea views - offer plenty of space for couples and families alike. Large swimming pools, aqua park facilities, a la carte and sumptuous buffet restaurants, sports and entertainment facilities, luxurious spas and golf courses make for a feel-good package that includes everything a vacationer's heart desires. In addition to hundreds of top hotels, the region also offers many boutique hotels in the historic streets of the old town centers or idyllically situated in the countryside.


History in the midst of nature.
Once you have chosen your accommodation, nothing stands in the way of a varied vacation. Three magnificent ancient regions - Lycia, Pamphylia and Pisidia - lie within the borders of the popular vacation region of Antalya. Some of them, such as Side, Patara, Olympos and Phaselis, are easily accessible by boat from the old Roman port of Antalya. You can also explore the pristine bays around Antalya and Mersin by yacht or gulet - a traditional two- or three-masted wooden sailing boat. The region is also a paradise for adventurers who want to go hiking and cycling in and around breathtaking waterfalls. The Lycian Trail, which starts in Fethiye and ends in Antalya, and the Pisidian Trail, which continues in the Taurus Mountains, are marked long-distance hiking trails with various archaeological stops. On the scenic route to Kaş and Kalkan, you will discover a whole group of picturesque islands, numerous bays and ancient towns. The ultimate exploration tour, however, takes place underwater: On a diving course, you will find an exciting, ancient underwater heritage at the heart of rich, beautiful and colorful underwater fauna and flora.
Traditional pampering break. After a day of sightseeing, a hammam is the perfect place to relax. You can try a modern Turkish bath in your hotel or visit one of the traditional hammams in the city centers. The hammam, the forerunner of the spa, offers a unique oriental wellness experience in any case. A millennia-old cleansing ritual, this gender-segregated relaxation break in the mystical atmosphere of a bath is a traditional way to get squeaky clean and a natural tonic against the stresses of modern life.


Joyful hustle and bustle.
For those who appreciate city life, Mersin and Antalya are urban playgrounds with constant ups and downs. Mersin hosts an international music festival and Antalya hosts Türkiye's most important international film festival every year. From huge shopping malls and outlet centers to small craft stores in side streets, both cities are perfect for shopping lovers. Antalya's pedestrian-friendly streets are full of relaxed cafés and bars, perfect for a Turkish coffee or cocktail before heading to a traditional country-style restaurant or a stylish seaside fish and mezze restaurant.


Local indulgence.
Dishes such as Lagos fish (white grouper) are lovingly served under the wide summer sky. You can choose the fish from the display and start your meal with mezze such as salted bonito or prawns in a butter and garlic sauce. The Çandır beans from the village of Hisarçandır in Konyaaltı, salep (orchid root) from Bucak, sesame and olives from Manavgat as well as bananas, avocados and pecans from Alanya and Gazipaşa are further examples of Antalya's diverse gastronomic world. The Turkish Mediterranean is particularly famous for its citrus trees and bananas, so don't forget a fruity dessert. The coastal town of Finike, about an hour's drive away, is Antalya's oasis of sweet and juicy oranges. It is said that the taste of a Finike orange cannot be found anywhere else in Türkiye.

If you want to have some fun after dinner, head to a mega club or a live music venue where you can listen to Turkish hits. Or you can relax privately on the hotel terrace, enjoy the breathtaking starry sky - and look forward to the next day in a vacation paradise with a unique climate, picturesque nature, modern and ancient cities and enchanting sandy beaches.


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