The intriguing and mysterious land of Turkey offers a diverse mix of attractions, from its beautiful landscapes to its history and culture. Happily, for the time being this all comes at an affordable price as well. Turkey’s currency has been part of the reason it has been hailed as a best value buy for holidaymakers in 2009. The country still has a number of years before it can join the EU and start thinking about swapping its Lira for the Euro. Until then, UK visitors can take advantage of a good return on their money as well as some excellent deals on Turkey hotels.
Following the strengthening of the Euro against the Pound over the last year or so many travellers have been considering looking elsewhere for a good value holiday. Turkey has become a serious contender as an alternative to traditional European destinations, with its favourable exchange rates of around 2.4 Turkish Lira to the Pound. The country benefits from all the advantage of its European neighbours, such as weather, activities and culture, but at a better price when you’re there.
Popular places for holidaymakers to spend their new found wealth include the town of Bodrum on the West coast, where old fashioned charm and modern sophistication come together in a pleasing mix. A trip to the Bodrum Museum of Underwater Archaeology is a great investment of both time and money. Further south around the capital of Antalya visitors can see some of the ocean’s treasures in their natural habitat when they enjoy the area’s excellent scuba diving. The region also benefits from a good supply of high quality cheap Turkey hotels, with all inclusive resorts available for incredible prices. Meanwhile, the Dalaman region is a good choice if you want to save a bit of money by sampling a diverse range of Turkey’s delights all in one place. Again, there are plenty of reasonably priced Turkey hotels on offer, suitable for families, couples or groups of friends.
Of course, some of the best things to do in Turkey are free. Whether walking around it’s towns, hiking through its mountains or relaxing on its beaches, Turkey’s most exquisite offerings are in fact priceless.
