For its beauty and excellent climate, the southern coast of Turkey is called the Riviera. Find out which resorts on the Mediterranean Sea tourists love, where are the most popular places for families with children, and when is the best time to come to the sea.
What is good about rest in the resorts of the Mediterranean
The hot Turkish south is sunny weather, incredibly warm evenings, wonderful beaches, pleasant entertainment and joyful chores of happy vacationers. The resorts of Turkey on the Mediterranean are so good that the most tourists come to them. Every year, millions of travelers from around the world spend their holidays on the Turkish Riviera.
The competition is high, so the prices for tours in the Mediterranean are always lower than for the resorts of the Aegean and Black Seas. Hotels for every budget - from elite "five" to modest mini-hotels are waiting for vacationers. Almost everywhere they offer all-inclusive packages and animation that are beloved by Russian tourists.
pros rest in the resorts of Turkey on the Mediterranean Sea:
- long bathing season
- in summer the sea is very warm
- large selection of entertainment
- many all inclusive hotels
- wonderful beaches
- entertainment for children and youth
- interesting excursions.
Cons Little:
- it's too hot in the middle of summer
- large crowds of tourists
- in large resorts, the purity of the sea leaves much to be desired.
When is the best time to go
The beach season in Turkish resorts on the Mediterranean Sea lasts seven months a year - from mid-April to early November. The most comfortable weather is when the sea is warm, but there is no intense heat - in June and the first half of autumn. July and August are not suitable for everyone, because the high humidity on the coast is too hot and stuffy.
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Antalya
Many tourists from Russia consider Antalya to be the best resort in Turkey on the Mediterranean Sea. Popular doesn't mean expensive. Antalya has hotels for every taste and budget, excellent sandy beaches, night discos, bars and clubs. There is an international airport 19 km from the city.
Antalya is clean and well appointed. Everything here is smart, neat and beautiful. There are pleasant parks, a cozy harbor, historic buildings, large shopping centers, Duden waterfalls and the old town of Kaleici. Parents with children like the warm sea, a gentle entrance to the water, a water park, a miniature park, a dolphinarium, a zoo and various attractions.
Belek
The young elite resort is located half an hour drive from Antalya. People go to Belek for a measured, calm rest, quality service and comfort. Prices are among the highest among Turkish resorts on the Mediterranean Sea. Most of the hotels are 5 * club hotels, with swimming pools, spa centers and the best golf courses in the country.
All beaches are sandy, wide and very clean, pine and eucalyptus trees grow around. If you are bored with golf and beach vacations, go on an excursion - from Belek it is a stone's throw to ancient cities. Or go fishing - nimble young trout can be found in the local streams. Visit the SPA: Turkish bath, massage and personalized treatment programs.
Side
The Turkish resort is located on the shores of the Mediterranean Sea, 75 km from Antalya. Tourists are delighted with the southern nature and bright colors. There are many palms, olive trees, pomegranates and persimmons on the streets and in the vicinity of Side. Modern architecture blends harmoniously with ancient ruins and old buildings.
The seaside town is famous for its clean air, mild climate and beautiful sandy beaches, many of which have been awarded the honorary Blue Flag for their cleanliness and safety. Side has very pleasant promenades by the sea. Ideal conditions for families with children!
Take a walk around the ancient Side, where the amphitheater, the Temple of Apollo, the Agora and other antiquities have been preserved. Go to the Manavgat waterfall and the Green Canyon!
Kemer
One of the best resorts in Turkey on the Mediterranean Sea is located at the foot of the Taurus Mountains and suits absolutely everyone. Kemer is good for families with kids, elderly tourists and young people who dream of entertainment and active recreation. Pebble and sandy beaches. The bottom is rocky and the sea water is very clean.
The climate is milder due to fresh sea breezes and greenery. In Kemer, it is easier to endure the summer heat than in Side or Antalya. There are many Russian tourists, so every second Turk speaks Russian.
Alanya
Alanya can be described with three adjectives: budget, family, sandy. There are gorgeous beaches here - the sandy coast stretches for 100 km. The resort is considered cozy and sweet. It is clean and tidy, more like a European one.
This is the cheapest and warmest resort on the Mediterranean coast in Turkey! Even in the high season, prices are affordable, and you can swim from mid-spring to mid-autumn. In terms of the number of tourists, Alanya competes with Antalya. There is only one drawback - Alanya is far from the airport, the transfer takes 2.5-3 hours, and it is not very convenient with small children.
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The resort village near Kemer lies on the shores of the Mediterranean Sea, surrounded by the picturesque Taurus Mountains. Beldibi strikes with its beauty, luxurious hotel complexes and a relaxed atmosphere. Great cafes, restaurants, shops and interesting excursions - there is always something to do in the resort!
All beaches in Beldibi are municipal and free. The coast is covered with small and medium pebbles. The entrance to the water is shallow and the bottom is even. Fans of outdoor activities are offered banana rides, jet skis rental and boat trips. There is imported sand on the beaches near large hotels. The more luxurious the hotel in Beldibi, the more "sandy" its beach.
