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Kumburnu Beach stands out as a jewel of the Turkish Riviera. Tucked at the western tip of the Ölüdeniz Nature Park in Muğla Province, it draws visitors with its two-sided charm. One side of Kumburnu borders the tranquil lagoon of Ölüdeniz, while the opposite side opens to the Mediterranean. This unique layout – a “narrow […]

Located on Turkey’s famed Turquoise Coast, Belcekiz Beach crowns the southern end of the Ölüdeniz bay in Muğla Province. This long, gently curving shoreline faces a sheltered lagoon of crystal-clear turquoise water and pale sand. Towering behind the beach is Babadağ (“Father Mountain”), whose rugged summit looms over the sea. Together they frame one of […]

Ölüdeniz Beach, on Turkey’s famed Turquoise Coast, stands out as a picture-perfect lagoon embraced by forested mountains. It is often cited as one of the Mediterranean’s most-photographed beaches. The broad sweep of this Blue Lagoon has crystalline turquoise water set against a backdrop of pine-covered peaks. Visitors describe how the shore “sits in an emerald-green […]

Büyük Mecidiye Mosque stands at the nexus of Ottoman Tanzimat ambition, Neo-Baroque architectural innovation, and modern tourist vitality—its walls, minarets, and windows embody centuries of political reform, artistic exchange, and communal devotion on the Bosphorus shore. History of Büyük Mecidiye Mosque (Ortaköy Mosque) The site upon which Büyük Mecidiye Mosque (Büyük Mecidiye Camii), commonly known […]

Serenity Queen Hotel (opened 2023) positions itself as an embodiment of tranquility and luxury. The hotel’s branding emphasizes peace (“Serenity”) and elegance (“Queen”), marketing itself as “the meeting point for those seeking peace, catering to everyone from honeymooners to families”. The official site and promotions highlight a holistic philosophy – a modern resort meant for […]

Day One Beach Resort & Spa is a newly renovated ultra-luxe urban resort perched on Alanya’s Mediterranean coast. Its striking contemporary architecture and design are built around a “Bed & Breakfast + PLUS” concept, blending Scandi-inspired interiors with Middle Eastern motifs and offering amenities beyond a traditional B&B. The resort boasts multiple pools (including swim-up […]

Sultan Bahçe is a family-run Turkish grill and seafood restaurant in central Bodrum, known for its lush garden dining under citrus trees. Founded in 2005 by the Daharoğlu family and expanded in 2020 with a spacious outdoor orchard, its concept blends traditional Aegean cuisine (charcoal-grilled meats and fresh seafood) with a casual, family-friendly atmosphere. The […]

Located in the lively resort district of Gumbet, Bamboo House is often hailed as a “hidden gem” of Bodrum for its blend of style and substance. This restaurant-and-lounge-bar hybrid stands out with a laid-back atmosphere and a menu that straddles Turkish tradition and international flair. In this comprehensive guide, we cut through the scattered online […]

SENZA Garden Holiday Club is part of the Senza Hotels collection, which also includes The Inn Hotel & Spa, Grand Santana, and Sunset Beach. Nestled amid pine forests in Konaklı, Alanya, the resort embraces a nature-driven design ethos, blending verdant landscape features with ultra all-inclusive hospitality. The property’s branding emphasizes familial comfort and environmental serenity, […]

The Haydarpasha Palace is a 5-star all-inclusive resort on Turkey’s Mediterranean coast, inspired by Istanbul’s historic Haydarpaşa railway station. Opened around 2018, this 592-room property (recently cited as ~596 rooms) occupies a 37,000 m² seaside site in the Türkler-Konaklı area (Avsallar) of Alanya, ~20 km from Alanya city and 90 km from Antalya Airport. Its design echoes iconic […]

Introduction & Overview Telatiye Resort Hotel is a five-star, all-inclusive family resort perched on the Mediterranean coast in Konaklı, a seaside suburb west of Alanya. Part of the Primasol hotel collection, it was built as a purpose-designed holiday complex with an emphasis on leisure and comfort. The concept blends modern resort architecture – a symmetrical […]

Perched on the Alanya coastline, the Antique Roman Palace Museum Hotel is a five-star, adult-only resort blending Mediterranean beachside leisure with classical-themed decor. Its name evokes an antiquarian theme – the entry lobby, as marketing suggests, hints at Roman motifs with ornate columns and mosaic-like detailing – though much of the design is modernized. Since […]