Best Beaches In Turkey

The Finest Beaches of Turkey

When people think of grand beaches, they generally think of places like California, Florida or Hawaii, but they rarely think of a country like Turkey. Despite being under-publicised, Turkey offers a wide variety of beaches that stretch along the Mediterranean Sea.

In this article, we will take a look at the top ten beaches found in Turkey.

Patara Beach: Patara is the longest beach in the Mediterranean, and was hailed by The Sunday Times as the best beach in the world. Accommodations are limited, loungers and umbrellas are available to rent, and it is backed by ancient ruins and dunes.

Oludeniz Beach: Oludeniz is Turkey's most famous beach, and therefore in peak seasons, is the most crowded. There are good hotels to stay at, very good bars, water sports available, scuba diving and is surrounded with resorts.

Olimpos: If you are looking for a more romantic and relaxed atmosphere, then this is the beach for you. It is far more secluded and smaller than the other two beaches mentioned so far, and is backed by a forest, which is filled with Roman ruins.

Side: Only an hour away from the airport, Side is very popular with tourists. There is a village and a beach filled with fine sand, as well as some Roman ruins to explore nearby.

Iztuzu Beach: Iztuzu Beach is a national conservation area, and is one of the last breeding places in Europe of the Loggerhead Sea Turtle. It can only be reached by a 20 minute boat ride from the nearby town of Dalyan. There is a lot of beach, and the water is warm and shallow. Nearby, there are some cliff tombs you can explore as well.

Cleopatra's Beach (Alanya): Alanya is one of the biggest resorts found in Turkey, and Cleopatra's beach is splendid and very popular. The beach and resort offer great accommodations, facilities and things to do. There is also an old fortress nearby.

Kemer: Kemer is a lovely seaside town located right on on the sea front. There are a number of small beaches you can visit, as well as many day-trip opportunities. Most of the beaches are made up of small pebbles, although there are a few with sandy beaches.

Bodrun: Bodrun is home to the original mausoleum, which is one of the Seven Wonders of the World. It is also home to the Castle of St Peter, which used to be a crusader fortress but now serves as the Museum of Underwater Archaeology. The beaches in town are small, but many people visit them as an afterthought to sightseeing.

Pamucak Beach: Most of the beach is public, but on the south side there are some resorts. It is close to the Aqua Fantasy water park, and there is a small hotel where you can get refreshments and amenities. The water is pretty choppy, and there aren't any life guards, so be careful.

Sinop: Sinop has many fascinating things to see, and the beaches are small. Because the water comes from the Black Sea, it can be rather chilly too.

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Trip to Ankor Wat, Cambodia

I am writing description of my trip to Cambodia for two reasons. One, I can. I bought a Smartphone recently with a small folding QWERTY keyboard and it comes with a document processor and two, because I have the time as I have decided to take a bus, as I will describe below.

I decided I wanted to go to Cambodia, mostly because the idea of having Thanksgiving in Thailand was not appealing, especially after the previous year’s Thanksgiving in Iraq. Also, leaving Thailand allowed me to renew my Visa without question and mine was about to expire the Saturday after Thanksgiving. Anyway, I decided on a package trip because I had no idea what to expect. The trip was taking a bus all the way from Bangkok to Angkor, Cambodia. I wanted to go there because I had read about the ancient ruins.

The bus trip was interesting. I had never been on a bus trip like this anywhere in the world so it was a new experience in many ways (and it gave me time to write this). The way to the Cambodian border from Bangkok was uneventful; from there on is a different story. At the border, we had to wait while our visas were processed. There I was warned about Cambodian children being thieves, later I found out they are also annoying beggars. "Beware of the children” became my general theme for the trip.

At the border, Cambodia has established a gambling zone and there are many casinos. From there, the road immediately turned to dirt and for 300 kilometers the road was bumpy as hell and the bus was hot. As uncomfortable as it was I was glad I did it. I got to see the real Cambodia and it was pretty grim. Most Cambodians live the way they did for thousands of years, in simple wooden/grass thatched stilted houses, catching fish from ditches along the road and working in rice patties. There were rice patties pretty much the whole way, with the occasional water buffalo to add flavor (to both the scenery as well as the rice patties. Angkor is an oasis of civilization just as Las Vegas is in the US, with the nice size airport and many hotels springing up out of nowhere. This is all supported by the tourism brought in by the ruins. The picture below is typical of the houses encountered on the way to Angkor.

The ruins were amazing, some older than 1000 years. The ruins were mostly built by some Khmer king in honor of either a Hindu god (mainly Sewa) or Buddha and they were often used by both. Sewa is the god that created the world and his symbol is the phallic, go figure. The other predominant symbol is the Hindu angel, Upsorn (represented by a beautiful woman). So, between the phallic and beautiful angel symbols everywhere I doubt there was any governing happening at these palaces. Buddha images are there as well, but not as prevalent as the Hindu icons. We visited 6 ruins, Phnom Bakeng, Banteay Srey, Banteay Samrei, Ta Prohm, Angkor Thom, Bayon, and Angkor Wat.

Three of these ruins impressed me the most and I will describe them below:

1. Angkor Wat was by far the most impressive and biggest with a central spire that had steps at a 70 degree angle. I climbed the steps on all fours and must have looked quite funny. There were thousands of people there joining me on my journey up these steps.

2. Angkor Thom contains hundreds, possibly thousands, of stone face carvings. This structure was a stunning sight.

3. Ta Prohm was interesting in a different way. Trees have taken over the ruins, which further instills the oldness of the area. This area was used in the movie Tomb Raider.

Unfortunately, this is the area surrounding Angkor used by Pol Pot for his Killing fields in the mid 1970s. The Cambodians have constructed a monument for the millions who died during that time. The monument contains human bones found in the surrounding fields and is pretty gruesome. So the area is full of history, both old and new.

The trip was fun and a learning experience. The only times I felt even remotely unsafe was both entering and leaving Cambodia and when I read the sign in front of the Ankor Hospital warning of an outbreak of dengue fever. I am glad I didn’t get it. Admittedly it took me a week and a half to figure out how to get the file out of my phone, which is why it is taken till now to get this description out to you.

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Family Holidays with Haven

I have always been a fan of holidays in England, or even better, holidays in Wales. Sometimes the last thing you want to do when you have very small children is to go through the hassle of dealing with the airport to get to some resort in another country, especially when you have no way of even knowing what it is going to be like when you get there.

My family and I have been enjoying UK Holidays for many, many years after our last disaster of a trip abroad. While we like to go all over, our favourite family holiday, by far, is KilnPark near Tenby in Pembrokeshire (South West Wales).

KilnPark is a caravan park run by Haven that provides all the amenities that you would expect. These include electricity and running water and the very best in variety entertainment, think X Factor meets Paul Daniels, and everything in between. They really do offer a cracking programme of club style singers and top notch comedians every night of your holiday. Sometimes you will even be spoilt for choice. All this is a stones throw away from the beautiful Southern coast of Wales.

No caravan? That will not be a problem, the park caters for families with or without their own caravan. These can either be hired from the park itself or from other holiday makers that hire out their own caravan.

Trust me you will never want to see another Costa after you’ve been to KilnPark, you’ll come back again and again, for all your family holidays in Wales.

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Tel Aviv. The taste of antiquity

Tel Aviv is ancient and modern, quiet and energetic. This is a good starting point for your trip around Israel. It is from the ancient port of Jaffa that the prophet Jonah started his voyage for Tarshish and was swallowed by a fish. It is here that, according to a Greek myth, Perseus faced Medusa. The old Jaffa city is Turkish-style, with cobbled little squares, houses and art galleries, shops, clubs and restaurants. Rest at the lush lawns, attend improvised concerts and dine at one of the fish delicaAies restaurant overlooking the Mediterranean sea and the old fishing port the day flies by quickly. Churches and minarets at the sky line create a fantastic atmosphere. The old walled city is an eclectic and exotic mixture of cultures and aromas. Flea markets attract treasure hunters looking for a rare finding among the great amount of various objects from jewelleries and pottery to exotic carpets. Bargaining is widely spread. Lively and colourful. Tel-Aviv has many faces, each depicting its historic traces, changes and the country's life. At the same time, it is the centre for Israeli culture, entertainment and trade. Not only is it the concentration is commerce, fashion and industry it boasts a great amount of cafes, restaurants and clubs, many of which are opened till dawn. Despite its hectic style, most tourists prefer walks to transport, and even though the city is rather small, it is suitable for a holiday and business alike. The youngest and the oldest in Israel. The city is only 100 yeas old. Or at least 5000 years old. It all depends on the reference point. Tel Aviv was founded as the green suburb of the ancient Jaffa in the beginning of the 20th century. Here are some things that make Tel Aviv what it is: Bauhaus architecture, music traditions followed by the Israel philharmonic orchestra, and an artistic lifestyle the city is rich in museums, galleries and sculptures adorning the city streets. Each day a new theatre, dance or music performance is waiting for you from modern to classic ones, staged at one of the numerous theatres and concert halls all around the city. Tel Aviv is in all respects an ideal starting point for trips around the country. Everything is in the proximity all attractions of Israel are within a one-day drive, a trip to Jerusalem, Haifa or Beersheba takes just around an hour. A two hour's drive and you are by the Dead Sea. Eilat is only within a 1-hour flight from Tel Aviv. That is why Tel Aviv is often called a non-stop city. Its endless diversity and an opportunity to travel around the country provide you with a unique chance to have some rest and get access to the eternal treasures of the Holy Land all at a time. Shopping. Tel Aviv is a unique combination of the western diversity and eastern traditions markets are still the integral part of the city, so are its excellent entertainment centres. Who would ever think that sometimes a costly purchase from a designer store can be bought several times cheaper at the market nearby. From dusk till dusk life in Tel Aviv is in full swing. There is no other city that could help you get such a good understanding of what the ancient and modern Israel is.

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Caravan Holidays UK

With the huge choice of caravan parks located around the UK, a caravan holiday is an ideal place to start for family holidays.

A caravan holiday in the UK is a great way to enjoy fun filled days at the beach, taking in strolls across the sand, the kids can enjoy splashing around in the sea and enjoy traditional fish and chips on walks down the promenades.

Take a visit the many amusement arcades which can keep the kids entertained for hours, and could leave your pocket lighter than before you went in. Not forgetting the ice-cream and doughnuts which makes the perfect UK holiday.Facilities at caravan parks cater for all age groups, from children’s and teen clubs to lively evening entertainment as well as many other activities to keep your day busy whilst on your UK holiday.

To make sure the right UK holiday destination is picked, where all the local sights and beaches are easily accessible from the caravan holiday park, Kiln Park near Tenby is at the heart of the Pembrokeshire National Park and second to none for Welsh hospitality and is easily accessible to the huge stretch of sandy beach and town centre making an ideal choice for UK holidays for the whole family to enjoy.

Visit a Haven Holiday park where you can take your family holiday, the parks are perfect for children and families to enjoy. A Haven Holiday park is a good choice for UK holidays and short breaks.

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Review Of Amsterdam City Breaks

There are various things you can do in Amsterdam to fully appreciate the culture and history of the city. Amsterdam is consistently voted as one of the most prettiest cities in Europe combine that with its' rich history makes for a perfect city break.

There are lots of things that you should remember on your Amsterdam City break. First, remember that you are going to be traveling in one of the most beautiful areas in all of Europe. The quaint, small streets and people on bicycles add to the beauty that you can find while you are in Amsterdam. This is something that you will be able to remember for the rest of your life, so be sure that you are enjoying each moment.

Something else that you want to do while you are in Amsterdam is to take in some of the history. Here is where you can see Anne Frank's House, which is a museum of major historical importance. Definately spend an afternoon at this location.

Another thing that you want to do is take a boat tour through the canal. During this time you will learn a lot about Amsterdam and the history that surrounds this place. You can usually hop on and off of these tours, and this will allow you to have time at each of the places where you wish to stop and look.

Amsterdam is famed for the small coffee shops and bars that you can visit. These are the places where you will be able to be exposed to the most culture while you are in Amsterdam. You can take your time while you are at these places, and really be able to find out what life in Amsterdam is really like.

Another thing that you will want to be sure to do on your Amsterdam city break is to take an afternoon and rent bicycles. You will be able to then ride around the city and explore. This is one of the best things that you can do because it will give you a chance to explore the city on your own terms. Just be sure that you take a map, because Amsterdam can be very confusing if you don't know where you are going.

Remember that while you are in Amsterdam you want to be sure that you are taking advantage of the friendly people and glorious views. Both of these things can be found simply by taking an afternoon to explore.

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