Turkey is a unique holiday destination. Not only is it blessed with warm climate it is extremely diverse in terms of culture, history and geography. Self-catering holiday villas in Turkey represent excellent value for money for foreign tourists given the strength of the Euro and the Pound against the Turkish Lira currency.
Although accommodation standards in Turkey are not necessarily comparable to Western equivalents, the standard of Turkish villas is getting better all the time with owners keen to attract holidaymakers. For instance, some villa accommodation is likely to include air conditioning, television, CD and DVD players, dishwasher, fridge freezer, outdoor area and private swimming pool.
One of the most popular resorts is Marmaris. Turkey villa holidays are extremely popular in this area because they offer the freedom for couples and families to explore this scenic area consisting of rocky coastal inlets, sea lakes and beautiful countryside. Apart from the beaches, there is a great deal of water sports including surface and underwater activities to enjoy in addition to trekking. Holiday rentals are available close to the sea or further inland.
Another favourite tourist area is Bodrum. There are lots of hotels and self-catering accommodation catering for the large influxes of tourists who revel in the nightlife, warm climate, scenic landscapes and ancient history.
A popular resort with families because of its legendary sandy beach, Altinkum is relaxed resort with all the amenities including a market and a good selection of shops of restaurants.
Looking for Turkey villa holidays on the Aegean Coast of Turkey? Look no further than Didim. Again, this is a particularly scenic destination where the Buyuk Menderes River meets the sea. Aside from its beaches and beautiful coves, there is ancient temple well worth visiting.
Attracting all ages, Fethiye is a very peaceful yet very scenic harbour town that has a large selection of bars and restaurants. Take a boat trip to explore the surrounding coastline or take part in one of the many diving, snorkelling or scuba diving courses that are run. Self-catering villas are less common in this area simply because the area is dominated by small and large hotels.
Although the stereotype image of a Turkish holiday is the beach, this could not be further from the truth. Increasingly, winter sports and mountain climbing is growing in popularity. No trip to Turkey would be complete without a trip to a traditional Turkish Bath and the muds! Holiday villas in Turkey offer the opportunity to do all of these things and more, not forgetting its historical monuments, which are present wherever you stay!