Bodrum Holidays 2013

Children and adults alike enjoy a good water park and Bodrum has two to offer. These parks will keep the kids active and allow for a real mixture of holiday activity. One is even on the beach where you can relax if things get too adrenaline-fuelled. To fully explore, quad bike safaris are available for family adventures to wherever the children end up taking you!

Bodrum offers a wide array of food for all the family. Its coastal location means fresh fish is on offer wherever you turn, with helpful staff able to advise in case of any fussy eaters. For proper traditional fare – including kebabs, kofte and locally caught seafood, head to one of the many traditional restaurants. A truly elegant family feast can be had at Kocadon, with a stunning courtyard and smooth, jazz-filled evening atmosphere for a relaxing meal after an active day.

Depending on what you have planned for your family during your stay, the area has many hotels located in the key areas.The Mandalinci Spa and Wellness has its own private beach and full spa facilities, perfect for a relaxing holiday.

The Bodrum Park Resort are located in their own private gardens and are just a short walk to the beach that has amazing water sports facilities.

Couples can have a romantic, relaxing getaway, with many places to laze away the Turkish sunshine. For the best beaches, you will be looking to travel 20-30 minutes, where the sand and sun will easily help you forget about real life. The beaches are plentiful enough that you never have to visit the same one twice. For the true relaxation experience, pick a spa resort hotel and allow yourselves to be pampered – Turkish style.

Whether you are relaxing or exploring during the day, the Bodrum area comes to life at night, and particularly for couples. There are all-night clubs and bars ready to welcome party animals and you will find a place to drink on every corner. Head to Bar Street, which runs parallel with the sea, where you can drink looking at the beach while the sun sets. There is live music at many venues, including nights resorts will host. Of course, the party life is not restricted to the night time, so be sure to check out the floating beach club, Aquatica, for a unique party experience with copious beach cocktails.

The best bet for a couple looking to enjoy the full Bodrum experience is one of the many spa resort hotels on offer. The Petunya Beach Resort has a relaxing atmosphere and has its own Turkish spa on site. Take advantage of the all-inclusive option for a truly chilled out holiday.

Because of the warm sea and the generally calm Aegean Sea, it is great for water sports here. It is a scuba diver’s haven, with experienced divers able to explore various offshore volcanic islands whereas beginners can opt for organised lessons on one of the more calm bays. Nearby, Vass is probably the best area for windsurfing – advanced windsurfers will enjoy the busy summer atmosphere. Beginners should look to the more calm area of Pure Windsurfing Centre. Kiteboarding can also be enjoyed at many of the same locations as windsurfing, there really is something to suit all watersport tastes.

Beach-lovers can be very specific about their tastes. Fortunately, a holiday to the Bodrum area comes with a choice of fantastic beaches to soak up the sun. Just a short bus ride from the centre is Bitez beach, a sandy haven surrounded by trees. You won’t be far from historical attractions should you need a break from the sun. A vibrant, water sport-friendly atmosphere can be found at Gumbet beach, where the party-lovers head. Stay during the day and in the evening this beach turns into something of a party hotspot. More peace can be found a little way out of town at Cesme beach, where many kilometres of golden sandy beaches await.