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2 Turkish Holiday Resorts

by Natalie

2 Turkish holiday resorts that are popular with all types of tourists are Antalya and Olu Deniz. Antalya is the bustling holiday capital of Turkey and it’s the perfect choice for those who like their holidays action-packed and exciting. Busy beaches, throbbing nightlife and extreme water sports are all synonymous with Antalya.

But that doesn’t mean you have to be a party animal to enjoy the holiday atmosphere. What if you’d prefer somewhere more peaceful anyway? Oludeniz may be the spot you’re looking for, but once again, all the options for a fun-filled holiday are available.

About the Turkish Holiday Resorts of Antalya and Olu Deniz

Olu Deniz

The Cosmopolitan Region of Antalya

Apart from offering you sandy beaches and night life, Antalya is also a good choice for those who want to be enchanted by nature or marvel at the architectural wonders of the ancient world. Its home to Hadrian’s gate and not far from other significant historic monuments dotting the coastline.

Antalya Kemer

There’s no shortage of natural wonders in the area too. You can visit Duden Falls or view the must-see terraces and hot springs of Pamukkale where mineral deposits have created a unique, fairy-tale landscape. Explore the mysterious depths of Koprulu canyon in a thrill-packed rafting adventure that gives you a taste of the natural beauty of Turkey. There are activities to suit every preference.

Antalya Mount Tahtali

Antalya is vibey and action-packed, but it’s also a good destination for the more thoughtful traveller. The tourist facilities are excellent too. Just check out the Delphin Diva as an example. It even has six restaurants to offer. The Delphin Palace is every bit as good and gives you access to gorgeous Lara beach. If family friendliness is more important to you than night life, you’ll still have a great time in busy Antalya.

Peace and Quiet in Olu Deniz

Olu Deniz beach

If you’re hoping to go someplace that hasn’t been discovered by the hordes just yet, you should visit Oludeniz before everyone discovers this ‘secret’ getaway. Even the nightlife is pretty relaxed since most of it is centred on the beach bar lifestyle.

It’s only a matter of time before this lesser known destination becomes an international tourist favourite, but it’s still relatively quiet. You won’t have the place to yourself, but it’s a far cry from the bustle of Antalya.

If you like getting away from the big city when you’re on holiday, this is the spot for you. You can still enjoy all the conveniences of modern living at hotels like Liberty Hotels Lykia, but you get a more peaceful atmosphere along with the great beaches.

Paragliding Olu Deniz

It’s not only the beaches that make Oludeniz a good home base while you’re enjoying your Turkish holiday. Like Antalya, Oludeniz is also convenient to some absolutely superb archaeological sites like the ruined city of Xanthos. Three times in its history, the population of the city chose suicide over surrender to their enemies. Somehow, the place still catches at one’s heartstrings as one walks the ruined streets that saw so much tragedy in ancient times.

Although it’s a relatively quiet spot, you can get all the adrenaline-pumping adventure experiences you could possibly wish for. You can try your hand at paragliding or visit some excellent dive sites. Water-skiing, wind surfing and wake boarding are all on the cards, so if you’d like to try something new while you’re on holiday, Oludeniz offers you plenty of options for an adventurous holiday.

As for those who just want to relax, Oludeniz will certainly satisfy the need to chill out far from the maddening crowd.

Olu Deniz Beach

Versatile Turkey

There’s no single example of a typical Turkish holiday. Whether you want to indulge in cerebral pursuits or get lots of action and excitement, your holiday can be tailored to suit your tastes.

Choose between destinations where you will share the experience with crowds from all around the globe or choose a peaceful resort like Oludeniz where the beaches are quiet.

No matter what you want from a holiday, Turkey has the destinations, the facilities and the breath taking setting that can transform a holiday into the holiday of a lifetime!

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Hi. I'm Natalie, a freelance travel blogger and writer specializing in the country of Turkey. I love hot summer days, historical sites and coffee. Read More…

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