I went to Marmaris in August 2006 and want to go back. There are really nice people, the Turkish. And some of the men are really good looking and attractive.
Gumusluk is the best place in Bodrum, although maybe a bit quiet for most people. It is the perfect place for a romantic getaway. There are some really nice apartments, which are cheap to rent.
I went to Bodrum last year and it was FANTASTIC! Both me and my boyfriend had the best time EVER!
I've been to Marmaris 2 years running and it is excellent! Already booked again for July 2004, can't wait. Also take British Pounds with you. You'll find it easier if you can't get used to the MILLIONS in Turkish currency!
I went to Marmaris in July 2006 and want to go back. There are really nice people, the Turkish. And some of the men are really good looking.
I live in Gümbet in Bodrum and I love the whole peninsula -- it's fantastic. It's the best thing I ever did, moving here from England!
Bodrum … There are lots of dangerous people there and I don't recommend it to anybody.
Koycegiz … Now a nature and wildlife preserve, this area is a real paradise with its rare and beautiful setting, and with a history going back to 3500 B.C. The town centre, positioned on the lakeside, is unlike any holiday resort. Only on Mondays when there is a large market do you get an influx of both Turks from the surrounding villages and tourists who often arrive by boat. For those seeking peace and quiet it is an ideal destination any season. The Lake of Köycegiz is described as "as smooth as glass" till noon and suitable for wind surfing in the afternoon. It contains almost every kind of seafood including crab. You can take a trip by boat to Dalyan over the lake and through the natural labyrinth like channel, walled with reeds which leads to the sea or if you prefer by the road which is lined with perfumed frankincense trees.
Koycegiz … Late October is perhaps not the best time for birding in this area. We were restricted both by the timing of the Scottish school holidays and the availability of late cheap deals from Scotland. In the end though we had to fly from Newcastle. Although it would be possible to use buses to get about (especially the cheap Dolmus) birding would be very restricted without hiring a car. We had prebooked one. To get to a variety of different sites we had to do quite a lot of driving. In all we saw one hundred and one species of birds. I found birding at times quite difficult and without a car and the ability to go for some long drives I think we would have struggled to find things. In the woods in particular you had to search very hard for the birds. This was the same in the hills around Korkuteli. Often the best bet was to stay near water and let the birds come to you. The coastal lagoons at Buyuk Menderes were so large that views were often distant and often looking into…
Bodrum … Amazing city! A vivid holiday town, colorful nights dance all night, and an incredible sea especially for divers. I have been there and had a great time, my advice go to Gumusluk with the person you love and eat fish on sea - they set the tables on the sea, real fun.
Bodrum … Its the best nightlife city in Turkey. It's very crowded in summers. Try to eat Turkish cousin. Sea, beach, sun, fun. Wonderful!Turkish people are very nice. Different them from Gypsys and Kurds. Turkish men are very handsome.
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