Holiday Bargains For The Taking
If someone told you 30 years ago that they’d been on holiday to Turkey, you might have thought, “Exotic!” Today, thanks to cheap flights and a boom in package holidays, Turkey has become one of the most popular locations for thousands of UK holidaymakers every year. Just a four-hour flight from London, Turkey offers visitors a rich tapestry of ancient and modern, the exotic and the more familiar, culture, history and a club scene for music lovers.
All of this adds up to a destination that has brought visitors flooding into the country, particularly as more traditional holiday location can suffer from an overload of touristy trappings and the ever-present problem exchange rates that leave holiday makers feeling a little short-changed.
Premium Quality At Affordable Prices
Turkey is holding its own in these challenging times. It’s economy has benefited from the country maintaining its reputation as the crossroads between Europe and Asia, and while that’s done wonders for the people of Turkey, it’s also benefited visitors too. The result has been an extensive building programme over the last 20 years to create resorts, hotels and villas of premium quality but at affordable prices.
Once you are in Turkey you are immediately surrounded by the sights, sounds and smells of both continents. There’s the suave sophistication of the best of Europe, found in a plethora of high quality hotels and villas, while a trip into the old towns will transport you straight back to the mysteries of the East – exotic spices, bright colours and a typically warm Middle Eastern welcome.
A Beach Lovers Paradise
Turkey is divided into seven regions – the Black Sea, the Marmara, the Mediterranean, the Aegean, Eastern Anatolia, Central Anatolia and South East Anatolia. Each region has its own distinctive personality, and this is what makes Turkey such a superb destination for cheap holidays. The Aegean and Mediterranean regions are real beach lover’s paradises, with some of the finest beaches to be found anywhere in the region. Packed with water sports facilities, superb diving and snorkelling, both the Aegean and the Mediterranean regions are perfect for families looking for cheap holidays in the sun. However, for the more mature visitor, be aware that these regions also play host to vibrant club scenes, so if you’re looking for peace and quiet, it may be wiser to head to the more remote parts of the regions to get away from the summer crowds.
Wonders Of The World
In recent years, Turkey has been promoting its rich historical and cultural heritage. The country is home to two of the seven ancient wonders of the world – the Temple of Artemis at Ephesus and the Tomb of King Mausolus in Bodrum. Across the country are the ancient remains of civilisations that have fought for centuries over this land, and for history buffs, one visit to this fascinating country is never enough.
The country’s capital, Istanbul, is an extraordinary blend of ancient and modern. The heart of the city is made up of modern hotels and shopping centres that sit alongside beautiful mosques and historical churches. A few steps will take you out of the 21st Century and back in time hundreds of years, making it a sightseer’s paradise.
Good Weather Guaranteed
The weather in Turkey is one of its biggest draws for visitors looking for holidays where sunshine is practically guaranteed. Even the winter months (as long as you stay on the coast) are balmy and mild, with higher than average amounts of sunshine.
If you’re looking for cheap holidays that include stunning locations, history, culture, excitement and a guaranteed tan this year, consider going all ‘exotic’ and discover Turkey for yourself. With cheap flights available to the country from all over the UK and a good exchange rate, Turkey is going through a tourism renaissance.