Bodrum
Bodrum is exactly what you’d want in a Mediterranean resort, but with an extra touch of beauty, grace and simplicity. The pristine white villas on the hill; the cobbled streets, and the simple pace of life have delighted visitors for centuries.
Bodrum’s ancient port is a reminder of the sea-faring Greeks who made this region famous, while vine-covered bazaar streets offering almost anything you’d want are a taste of the exotic Silk Road culture that has shaped Turkey. Standing sentinel on a hill overlooking this quaint and elegant town is the wonderfully preserved Castle of St. Peter, a glorious stone fortification that looks even better by night, with floodlights dancing about on its ancient walls.
Outside the town, the Bodrum peninsula’s endless coves and seaside hills are the perfect places for resort life, with a range of elite offerings catering to all tastes. Whether it’s a tiny and secluded boutique hotel you’re after or an all-inclusive resort with booming nightlife and countless daytime options, Bodrum offers a luxury version sure to please.
Restaurants here serve up classic Mediterranean goodness – fresh catches from the Aegean, creative arrays of meze and olive-oil dishes, often served in vine-covered courtyards or terraces overlooking the harbour.
Take a hot-air balloon ride over the cliffs and spires and valleys, stroll amid the blooms and vines, or go underground to experience the past – whatever you choose, Cappadocia envelops you in its unique beauty.
