| Turkey is a fascinating, exotic country, the gateway | | | | wallet!) |
| between East and West, an energetic blend of | | | | 6. Fethiye |
| tradition, modernity, relaxation and adventure. Here is | | | | Fethiye is an attractive town and a good place to |
| a run down on the top 10 destinations in this yet | | | | start the popular "Blue Cruise" yacht trips. Those |
| undiscovered destination... | | | | looking to relax will enjoy cruising the Mediterranean |
| 1. Istanbul | | | | and Aegean coasts on a luxurious Turkish yacht, |
| Geographically divided by the European and Asian | | | | taking time to explore caves and coves along the |
| continents, Istanbul is a fantastic, vibrant city | | | | way. |
| overflowing with culture, history, art and fashion. | | | | 7. Antalya |
| From the chic shopping streets of Taksim and | | | | A modern city built around a fully restored marina |
| Beyoglu to the reverent domes and majestic | | | | that has seen the likes of Anthony and Cleopatra! |
| minarets of Sultanahmet, the city will capture your | | | | Vibrant open-air restaurants and clubs, a charming old |
| heart ensnare you with her charms. Visit Byzantine | | | | city enclosed by ancient walls (Kaleici), two popular |
| churches and Ottoman palaces by day, and wine and | | | | beaches, an interesting museum, and gorgeous |
| dine in the trendiest restaurants and clubs by night. | | | | waterfalls and impressive ruins nearby! We could go |
| 2. Cappadocia | | | | on and on, but you really need to experience it for |
| Soar high above Cappadocia's volcanic landscape and | | | | yourself. |
| admire the surreal fairy chimneys and lush green | | | | 8. Olympos |
| valleys in a giant hot air balloon. Then delve | | | | The ultimate chill-out scene. Located in steep, |
| underground to experience Cappadocia's subterranean | | | | ruin-filled valley that opens out onto a beautiful |
| secret cities. Visit the Open Air Museum and explore | | | | turquoise bay, Olympos is popular with families and |
| the carved and painted churches hidden away in the | | | | backpackers. Stay in cleverly built tree houses, or air |
| valley walls. | | | | conditioned bungalows. Spend your days on the |
| 3. Ephesus | | | | beach and your nights visiting the "eternal flames" |
| Explore the ruins of Ephesus, the world's | | | | that mysteriously burn on the mountain side, or at |
| best-preserved classical Roman city. For history and | | | | the open air Orange Bar, hidden away in it's own |
| bible buffs, expand your experience at the nearby | | | | valley. As the brochures say, "Come for a day, stay |
| Virgin Mary's last residence. The site has been visited | | | | for a week!" |
| and blessed by two popes. The Seven Churches of | | | | 9. Safranbolu |
| the Apocalypse, of which Ephesus has one, are also | | | | This UNESCO Heritage protected town has won |
| located in the area. | | | | several awards for it's sensitive restoration and |
| 4. Pamukkale | | | | authentic atmosphere it has retained. Even today, |
| Explore the ruins of the ancient thermal resort of | | | | visitors can see demonstrations of traditional |
| Hieropolis, created by the Romans who loved to | | | | Ottoman craftsmanship still being practiced. |
| "take the waters" in these white terraced pools. | | | | 10. Mt. Nemrut |
| Experience the therapeutic waters of Pamukkale | | | | Last on the list because it's Turkey's best kept |
| yourself, and re-energize in the mineral-rich, historical | | | | secret. Watch the sunrise on the huge stone carved |
| limestone pool. | | | | heads of past kings, (an earthquake shook the heads |
| 5. Bodrum | | | | off the colossal statues centuries ago). The area is |
| Whitewashed houses, crystal blue sea, fragrant | | | | culturally rich and welcoming to visitors. The best part |
| jasmine flowers. There's a reason why Bodrum is so | | | | is, (for travelers who make the effort) Mt. Nemrut |
| popular with holidaymakers. Sun, sea, sand and | | | | sees lower numbers of tourists than the beach |
| non-stop nightlife, the Bodrum Peninsula gives Greece | | | | regions. |
| a run for its money! (And is much softer on your | | | | |