Many Britons are looking for alternative destinations to busy hotspots such as Spain and Portugal. As anti-tourism protests rise across Europe, Britons are thinking about where to go instead of traditional destinations. One of the countries they flock to is Türkiye, both in Asia and Europe.
Turkey has many fascinating destinations, and cities like Istanbul are a huge hit with tourists. However, there are some countries that are perfect for cheap resorts, great food, stunning beaches and hot sunbathing. Turkey has a turquoise coast, also known as the Turkish Riviera. This part of the country is located southwest along the Mediterranean Sea. The area has towns and cities popular with tourists such as Antalya and Fethiye, as well as an area between the two.
Here you will find crystal clear blue seas (which give the coastal region a name), stunning islands, fantastic beaches and ancient locations. The coast here stretches over 600 miles and offers plenty of opportunities to explore and enjoy in the sun.
Antalya has many affordable resorts, including the Concordo Deluxe Resort and the Porto Bello Hotel Resort & Spa. Meanwhile, Fethiye also has a significant share. Both of these areas have beautiful beaches and fantastic views.
Operators such as Tui, Love Holidays and Trivago offer package holidays on Turkish turquoise core shores for just £149 per person. To reach the turquoise coast from the UK, you can fly directly to Dalaman (DLM) or Antalya (AYT) airports, with flight times of around 4.5 hours.
People do great things about the turquoise coast of Turkey. A TripAdvisor reviewer wrote:
Meanwhile, the well-known travel publication Lonely Planet calls “turkeys are the most amazing thing: the sandy coast sweep is covered in Jade Waters and embraces the coastline line, lined by forested slopes.”
Dania DeMirc, an avid traveler at Adventure Folio, said of the area:
“Many cities have resorts and luxurious stays, but still have budget-friendly options.”
According to Tripadvisor, the top beach in the area is Ölüdeniz Beach, located near the resort town of Fetish. “If you're talking about nature, it's absolutely gorgeous. Its beauty is breathtaking. One side of the sickle is a sea of white pebbles and navy blue sea, and the other side is emerald with water, and the pine trees are warm, calm and very comfortable.”
Another wrote: “We arrived on foot along the Lycia Way. From above, it's gorgeous, especially in a variety of contrasting colors.”
Other top-rated beaches along Turquoise coastlines include Iztuz Plaj, Cleopatra Plaj and Kaputash Beach.
