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When people think of grand beaches, they generally think of places like California, Florida or Hawaii, but they rarely think of a country like Turkey. Despite being under-publicised, holidays to Turkey offer a wide variety of beaches that stretch along the Mediterranean Sea.

In this article, we will take a look at the top ten beaches found in Turkey.

Patara Beach: Patara is the longest beach in the Mediterranean, and was hailed by The Sunday Times as the best beach in the world. Accommodations are limited, loungers and umbrellas are available to rent, and it is backed by ancient ruins and dunes.

Oludeniz Beach: Oludeniz is Turkey’s most famous beach, and therefore in peak seasons, is the most crowded. There are good hotels to stay at, very good bars, water sports available, scuba diving and is surrounded with resorts.

Olimpos: If you want a more relaxed, romantic atmosphere, this is the beach for you. It is far more secluded and smaller than the other two beaches mentioned so far, and is backed by a forest, which is filled with Roman ruins.

Side: Side is only an hour away from the airport, and is very popular with holiday groups. There is a village and a beach filled with fine sand, as well as some Roman ruins to explore nearby.

Iztuzu Beach: Iztuzu Beach is a national conservation area, and is one of the last breeding places in Europe of the Loggerhead Sea Turtle. It can only be reached by a 20 minute boat ride from the nearby town of Dalyan. There is a lot of beach, and the water is warm and shallow. Nearby, there are some cliff tombs you can explore as well.

Cleopatra’s Beach (Alanya): Alanya is one of the biggest resorts found in Turkey, and Cleopatra’s beach is splendid and very popular. The beach and resort offer great accommodations, facilities and things to do. There is also an old fortress nearby.

Kemer: Kemer is basically a seaside town built along the sea. There are a number of small beaches you can visit, as well as many day-trip opportunities. Most of the beaches are made up of small pebbles, although there are a few with sandy beaches.

Bodrun: Bodrun is home to the original mausoleum, which is one of the Seven Wonders of the World. It is also home to the Castle of St Peter, which used to be a crusader fortress but now serves as the Museum of Underwater Archaeology. The beaches in town are small, but many people visit them as an afterthought to sightseeing.

Pamucak Beach: Most of the beach is public, but on the south side there are some resorts. It is close to the Aqua Fantasy water park, and there is a small hotel where you can get refreshments and amenities. The water is pretty choppy, and there aren’t any life guards, so be careful.

Sinop: Sinop has many fascinating things to see, and the beaches are small. Because the water comes from the Black Sea, it can be rather chilly too.

This article was written by Travel Guru

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Majorca is one of the hottest vacation destinations in Spain for many reasons. This island is one of three off the tip of Southern Spain, the Balearic Islands.

Majorca is known to some as Mallorca. Millions of tourists vacation in these Mediterranean islands every year for the gorgeous weather and beautiful beaches. Two of the most popular beaches in Majorca are Ca’n Pastilla and El Arenal. Palma is the capital city of the island. The peak tourist season for the island starts in April and goes through September.

The variety of vegetation and scenic areas in Majorca offer a wonderful array of excursion possibilities. There are forests of lush pine trees. Serene coves are found around the coast of the island. There are numerous pristine beaches for sunbathers.

There is no shortage of activities for the traveling family on vacation. Railways offer peaceful journeys to remote villages. Palma alone offers art galleries, clubs, Le Seu Cathedral, Bellver Castle and dinner theaters.

Majorca also offers sporting enthusiast a variety of activities. There are several golf courses for you to test your skills skis or ATV vehicles that allow the adventurous tourist a unique experience. For the less adventurous sportsperson, there is also sea kayaking and mountain climbing. Scuba diving and cycling are other popular activities in Majorca. There are scenic railway excursions to show you the paths least traveled on this island.

Families need not fear to travel to Majorca. Children are welcome at most establishments on the island. Even the first class dining restaurants welcome families of all ages and sizes. For the traveling family, you can look forward to numerous water parks, a drive through safari zoo and marine life attractions. Majorca is one of the few places that offer submarine tours to watch undersea life.

Majorca offers opera houses for those who love classical music. There are many theaters and dance performances to suit a variety of tastes. Visitors can enjoy folk music in a variety of settings. There are also contemporary performances by DJs, and July is the Festival Isladecanta. This annual celebration brings people together from all around the world to celebrate electronic music.

Shopping enthusiasts will find virtually any product imaginable on the island of Majorca. You can find crafts and handmade goods at many of the small open markets. Designer products can be found at the shopping malls. The hours for the shops and boutiques typically allow an extended lunch break. Tourists and visitors should make a note of this if they are interested in shopping. The small open markets are open weekly, and it’s best to arrive early in the morning.

For those who love the nightlife, Majorca also offers a variety of attractions. World famous clubs and low-key cafes will keep you occupied until dawn. Establishments offer a variety of atmosphere and can occupy those craving fast dance clubs or soothe and calm those who enjoy a good jazz session.

With the proper planning and awareness while you are there, your vacation in Majorca can be a wonderful experience. Experts recommend that tourists observe the usual cautions, such as carefully crossing streets and proper placement of valuables in your clothing. Also, avoid any unusual offers for free products such as televisions or other major awards.

Majorca can provide the ultimate destination for your holiday. The island has established itself as a worthy attraction for several years, and the current outlook predicts this island will only continue to offer more.

This article was by Roger Munns

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Ask any European about Ibiza, and they’re likely to tell you the same thing: it’s where the party is. For decades this island located between the coasts of Spain and Africa has been known for its wild parties, lively clubs and all-around chaotic nightlife. But is that all changing now?

Although you can still find a good party on Ibiza if that’s what you’re after, the focus of everything Ibiza is no longer hedonistic in nature. These days, many of the tourists on the island can be found far away from the clubs, living it up in the quietest way.

The locals have always been tolerant of the party trade because of the tourist money it brings to the island. Many property owners have made a fair income on rental properties in Ibiza, knowing that the properties are more or less guaranteed to be rented throughout the peak visiting months. But there is another side to the island, and the people who live on it, that is just starting to become evident to visitors.

Far away from the club scene on Ibiza there exists a surprisingly peaceful world. The waters are clear and inviting; the landscape just begs to be explored; and the locals are friendly. The natural excitement of the land overtakes even the most seasoned traveler and puts the strangest ideas in their heads. Suddenly, packing up all of one’s worldly possessions and embarking on a new life on this Balearic Island doesn’t seem so crazy.

Before you get ahead of yourself, though, take a step back and enjoy all that the island has to offer. No matter which direction you go, you will find engaging cities, unrivaled natural beaches and a serenity that you may not have imagined was possible on this ‘party’ island.

Befriend the locals and they may just tell you where to find Atlantis. No, not the fabled lost city, but almost as breathtaking. The Ibiza version of Atlantis is a tiny but stunning beach with a natural cave. The goddess Shiva is depicted on a cave drawing here and is said to protect the area.

The countryside in Ibiza, though extremely beautiful, is under-appreciated by most visitors. Those who come only for the clubs will never see the romantic vineyards that dot the landscape. They will never experience the disorienting winding turns down narrow corridors in D’alt Villa. They will never truly appreciate the serene beauty of a sunset while walking down one of the island’s many wonderful beaches.

It is this Ibiza that the locals are trying to preserve and promote. The hard-partying image of the island has served the tourist trade there well for over three decades. Now, the time has come to let the natural beauty of the island speak for itself.

Those with an adventurous spirit will enjoy the many water sports available on Ibiza as well as the various exploring opportunities offered by the cliffs and rocky beaches. Even families can have a great time on the island, enjoying the welcomed escape from their everyday lives and schedules. No matter what your age or what you hope to find on Ibiza, it is truly a magical place where expectations are surpassed every day.

This article was written by Roger Munns

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