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Welcome to Mediterranean Turkey AKA the Beautiful Turquoise Coast

Welcome to Mediterranean Turkey AKA the Beautiful Turquoise Coast

Mediterranean Turkey, known as the Turkish Riviera or the Turquoise Coast is one of the most popular areas in Turkey for tourists and expats looking to move to sunny settings to enjoy the impressive range of sandy beaches, modern towns, traditional villages, and historical ruins that you will find in this part of the world. From the busy city of Antalya, to the hill-steeped Kalkan, Mediterranean Turkey is simply the place to be.


Moving to Antalya with kids

Moving to Antalya with kids

Moving to Turkey with the whole family is not an easy decision to make. When Beatrice and Adam Solberg moved to Antalya with their young children all the way from Sweden in 2005, they had no idea they would be as settled nine years later with a motto of "young, free, and adventurous." In this blog we look at their life in Southern Turkey. 


Retiring and making a home in Antalya, Turkey

Retiring and making a home in Antalya, Turkey

After making the move from Manchester to Side, Antalya, some 13 years ago, Stephen Wright knows more than most about what it's like to live and be an expat in Turkey. We ask Stephen all the questions that someone who is looking to retire in Turkey would want answering - including all the information and some pre-move tips to ease your move abroad, as well as a look at how life has changed for Stephen since he first made the move all those years ago. 


10 Reasons Why Antalya is the 2nd Most Visited Destination in Turkey

10 Reasons Why Antalya is the 2nd Most Visited Destination in Turkey

One of the largest working cities in Turkey, Antalya is the perfect mix of city life with sandy beaches and wonderful activities that has seen the region ranked as the 2nd most visited in Turkey in 2014. In this blog we take a look at what makes Antalya tick, what there is to do for tourists, and why so many people are making Antalya their home away from home. A complete guide to why Antalya is so popular for travelling and summer vacations. 


Antalya, the Mediterranean Miami investment property

Antalya, the Mediterranean Miami investment property

Antalya is prime for investment and has property buyers flocking to the area compared to as the Mediterranean Miami. Find out just why this ancient city is the perfect blend of city and beach for those looking for a prosperous and sunny investment, you might just find out one or two things about this region of Turkey that you didn't know before.


Antalya: The New Top Beach Resort Spot

Antalya: The New Top Beach Resort Spot

Showcasing the rise of Antalya to become one of Europe's top destinations for British tourists and those looking to become full time expats in Turkey with a second home, we take a look what makes Antalya tick over the last few decades - from the beautiful sandy beaches, the friendly atmosphere and welcoming locals, to the low prices for luxury properties that would cost a fortune back home; Antalya offers incredible natural wonders and great links to the UK - and with over 10 million tourists embarking upon Antalya's shores every year, it is not hard to see just why the region is fast becoming known as one of the best beach cities in the world - find out for yourself here. 


The Golfing Boom: Antalya’s Rise to Fame

The Golfing Boom: Antalya’s Rise to Fame

When you think of golf in Turkey, only one region truly comes to mind - the golfing mecca of Belek in Turkey. With numerous championship quality courses designed by golfing legends such as Coling Montgomerie, and Lee Westwood, Belek is fast becoming a haven for expats and retiree's looking to spend out their days playing golf in the sun on some of the toughest courses you can find in Europe. A typical tourist region with over 300 days of sunshine per year, Belek is recognised by the Turkish tourism board as one of the most popular destinations in the country. Find out why in this blog.


Best day trips from Antalya

Best day trips from Antalya

With over 300 days of sunshine every single year, Antalya is arguably Turkey’s prime Mediterranean destination and one travelled by millions year on year who simply can't get enough of this sunny destination. The city is great and modern, with stunning beaches and views leading all the way to the Taurus mountains. From the fascinating and historical city centre Kaleici and its narrow streets and Ottoman era houses, to the glamorous beach areas - Antalya is primed with things to do and places to see. Taking you on an adventure through Antalya - we blog about the best day trips and excursions for tourists and travellers to undertake whilst here in Turkey.


Historical Antalya: Ancient Ruins from the Past

Historical Antalya: Ancient Ruins from the Past

Diving into the fascinating history of Turkey, we take a closer look at the most famous and must see historical landmarks once you are in Antalya. Found on the Mediterranean coast, Antalya is one of Turkey's top destinations for tourism and visited by millions every year, and not without reason - Antalya has so much to offer from a cosmopolitan lifestyle, to a vibrant nightlife, beautiful sandy beaches, and of course - a number of ancient ruins that have stood the test of time and been wonderfully preserved around the region giving you plenty of opportunities to take an adventure into the past and history of this region. 


Why buy property in Side, Antalya

Why buy property in Side, Antalya

Awash with a rich cultural history, lots of fantastic sites and places to see such as: Apollo Theatre, Aspendos Bridge, plenty of museums, a golden beach, calm water, and not forgetting properties starting from as low as 70,000 Euros; there are many sides to Side that make this charming region within Antalya one of the favourite hotspots for overseas investors, lifestyle buyers, and those looking to retire abroad - read on to discover what makes Side tick and why you should consider Side when looking for your dream home in the sun and follow in the steps of Alexandra and Cleopatra by making Side your secret getaway. 



Top 5 reasons to buy real estate in Antalya

Top 5 reasons to buy real estate in Antalya

Antalya is one of the most diverse cities within the whole of Turkey - suitable for year round living, and an investment hotspot. We blog about why people choose Antalya, bringing you our top 5 reasons from our clients why Antalya is number one for buying a home.


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