BodrumPosted by admin on Mart 6th, 2008
ABOUT BODRUM
Located on the Aegean coast of Turkey, less than 4 hours drive from Izmir, easily accessed by air (and quite often by sea) Bodrum offers a host of entertainment to the casual and serious visitor alike. It is difficult to think that anybody visiting Turkey has not heard of or visited Bodrum.
First impressions can be misleading; a sleepy sun drenched town of whitewashed houses nestling on a beautiful hillside overlooking the blue waters of the Aegean would be reasonable. However to actually understand Bodrum and what the region has to offer is something, which can only gained by direct experience.
Bodrum truly offers something for everybody, sun, sea, beaches, vista, food, shopping, history, daytime amusement and Nightlife to rival anything to be found in the Mediterranean. From a toddler to retiree all are accommodated.
The 11th century castle of St. Peter provides the focal point of the town. Which also seems to neatly divide the shopping, restaurant and entertainment area from the peaceful palm-lined waterfront promenade. During the summer months this is stocked with the famous Bodrum wooden “Gullets” and will eventually lead you to the marina occupied by exquisite yachts from all parts of the world.
Depending on your mood, you can chose to sit and relax in one of the many waterside cafés and let the world wash by you. Or you can take a daily blue cruse, or sign up for an underwater scuba adventure.
Bodrum’s waters are renowned for its copious lagoons, secluded bay’s, unique reef, cave and rock formations, natural sponges and rich aquatic life. The nice part is you do need not be an Olympic athlete to enjoy these but should you have an adventures bent book a trip on one of the dive boats and scuba your day away. The only thing you need to do is make sure you have sufficient sun protection and a good supply of sun lotion.
Dining out is also an experience not to be missed, the best of the Turkish Kitchen, delicious seafood, Aegean specialty dishes and International cuisine are all available. A long, relaxing typical Turkish meal consisting of “Meze” to start, main course of Fish (or Meat) with fruits or delicious Turkish sweets to finish accompanied by one of the excellent local wines or even the traditional “Lions Milk” (Raki) is a must for any visitor to experience. However caution should be your watchword with Raki, it is a delicious and versatile drink, but it can also “creep up” on the unaware – you have been warned!
For the more energetic visitor, daytime (or overnight) excursions are available. Within an easy drive of Bodrum can be found the historical sites of Efesus, Pamukale and Dalyan, Village and Market town tours can also be arranged by many of the local travel agents. Jeep Safari, Paint Ball, off Road Trekking, Underwater Tours, Paragliding or a Turkish Bath may be of appeal to more Adventist types.
All in all, Bodrum has and does offer something for every age group and every taste, be they a history buff, a shopping junkie, a frustrated sailor, a Disco Freak or simply a sand, sea and sun worshiper. Bodrum fulfils and provides the facilities for an enjoyable, relaxing and enriching experience for your annual vacation for all the family.
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YACHTING
The azure waters of the Mediterranean, Aegean, Marmara and Black Sea surround Turkey to the south, west and north, making a treasure chest of coves, inlets, bays and beaches in which yachtsmen can choose a different and private anchorage each night.
The sailing paradise of Turkey is also home to the Mavi Yolculuk, or Blue Voyage, an idyllic cruise which travels to the private beach of Cleopatra, the eternal fires of Mount Olimpos and the remains of thousands of ancient civilisations.
Sailing in Turkey also allows visitors to experience the hospitality of the people in the coastal villages and towns. The tempered winds blowing from west and northwest make the long summers ideal for yachting, and seem to encourage an appreciation of nature. From some of the turquoise coast’s unspoilt and sheltered bays you can see mountain peaks rising to almost 3000 meters above sea level.
Marinas
Turkey’s most established marinas lie on the southern Aegean and Mediterranean coasts at Izmir, Cesme, Kusadasi, Bodrum, Ayvalik, Mersin, Datca, Bozburun, Marmaris, Gocek, Fethiye, Kalkan, Kas, Finike, Kemer and Antalya. These well-equipped harbours contain all the services and provisions any yacht would require. Antalya, Bodrum Dalaman, Izmir and Istanbul airports provide quick links to all marinas in Turkey, ensuring departure by yacht within a day of landing.
Yacht Marinas registered by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism
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Yacht Ports with Tourism Investment Certificate |
Gulettes
The singular design of the gulette, Turkey’s indigenous sea-going vessel, blends practicality and tradition in a relaxed style that embodies the Blue Voyage. Over the years gulettes have evolved from traditional fishing and cargo vessels into their present profile of a broad beam and wide deck.
Constructed mainly in the shipyards of Bodrum, Bozburun, Marmaris and Istanbul, and along the Black Sea Coast, these boats are equipped with motors as well as fully functional rigging. The number of passengers a gulette carries depends on the boat’s size, although most of them accommodate between eight and twelve people. These vessels have speparate accommodation for passengers, and chartering one will also include services and entertainment. Modern gulettes are comfortably equipped with most home comforts, and encourages a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere for all the passengers with a friendly relationship with the crew.
Travel agencies can arrange charters and fixed tours for a specific group or individually. Unlike cruises on large ocean liners, a gulette can explore the secluded and often deserted bays and coves of the coastline. The small harbours and settlements offer an intimate view of coastal life which large ships simply cannot. In many ways a gulette is like a full-service hotel where every room has a sea view and the scenery changes constantly.
Leaving Yachts in Turkish Marinas
Foreigners may leave their yachts in Turkey at a licensed yacht harbour or docking area for the purpose of storage, maintenance or repair, for a period of two years and leave the country.
In such cases, they must apply to the regional customs office with a document issued by a yacht harbour or docking area, and the requested process will be recorded in their passports. Owners may leave their yachts for up to five years, provided that the yachts sail from the harbour at least once every two years. At the end of 5 years, the Ministry of Tourism has the right to extend the length of stay.
Documents to be requested during time extension:
- Yacht ownership certificate
- Certificate proving the stay of yacht for five years
- Certificate proving the usage of yacht by yacht owners at least once every two years
a - Yacht Registration Form copies - Certificate of stay in yacht harbour or yacht docking area licensed by the Ministry of Tourism
a - Docking agreementsMARINAS AND YACHT PLACES
Ağanlar A.Ş. 0252 3167108 / 0252 3161683
Ağantur A.Ş. 0252 3105150 / 0252 3165155
Ceklift 0252 3136753 / 0252 3136755
Ethemoğlu 0252 3162148 / 0252 3134133
Mels A.Ş. 0252 3163106
Hamit Rüştü 0252 3160653
Mercan Yatçılık 0252 3162880 / 0252 3136891
Yat Lift 0252 3167842 / 0252 3136891
YACHT PRODUCE PLACES
Dinç Arslan 0252 3164278
Dirmil tersanesi 0252 3166658
Ege Yat A.Ş. 0252 3161734
Hasan Ali Bayar 0252 3165126
Mehmet Kocatepe 0252 3689151
İlkay Mıstık 0252 3689695
Mustafa Cengiz 0252 3185119
Mustafa Caner 0252 3165272
YACHT PLACES
Bofor Ltd.Şti 0252 3162054
İsmet Cengiz 0252 3165338
Niyazi Müştü 0252 5310295
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