Discover Türkiye's Beautiful Aegean Coast From Ayvalik to Datca

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As the hotly anticipated summer season begins on Türkiye's beautiful Aegean coast, consider a vacation along this scenic and fascinating coastal route. Stretching from Ayvalik to Datca, you'll find blue and green landscapes, pristine beaches, historical sites, fresh seafood, delicious olive oil dishes and local Aegean wines.

Known for its crystal waters, historical buildings and delicious Aegean-style dishes, Ayvalik offers an ideal setting for a relaxing holiday. You can start your morning with a tasty breakfast of Ayvalik toast and spend a beach day at Sarimsakli or along the Altinova Coast, Patrica Bay or Ortunc Bay. Exploring the centuries-old streets of this charming district a delightful Ayvalik activity, as is sampling the region's renowned cheeses, seafood, herbs and sipping raki or local wine. For superb sunset views, visit Seytan Sofrası (Devil's Feast).

Izmir's Favourite: Alacati

Izmir, a beautiful coastal city where the deep blue sea rolls up to ancient cities. The most popular holiday route in this breathtaking city, recommended as a 2024 travel destination by Lonely Planet, is undoubtedly the Cesme Peninsula, known for its white sandy beaches, sunset beach parties, and the charms of the prosperous town of Alacati... Famed for its historical windmills, stone houses, intimate boutique hotels and cosy taverns, Alacati is also worth a visit for its festivals, nightlife and beach parties that attract tens of thousands of guests. The region's most famous beach is Ilica Beach, with its alluring sea. Alacati's strong sea breezes make it ideal for windsurfing and kitesurfing.

Aegean Attraction Centre: Bodrum

Bodrum is undoubtedly the most prominent tourism destination on Türkiye's blissful Aegean coastline. With its boundless blue waters, this glamorous resort is notable for its stunning bays, Blue Flag beaches, luxury and premium hotels, and fine restaurants serving Aegean and international cuisine. The resort is also a global star, hosting international harbours and marinas. Surrounded by holiday towns such as Golturkbuku and Gumusluk, one of the best activities in Bodrum, where the

A 'premium holiday' can be experienced in every aspect, with the opportunity to enjoy the Aegean lifestyle.

In Your Time Zone: Datça

Quiet, pristine Blue Flag beaches hidden behind pine trees, hills blooming with almond and olive trees, fresh air, cobbled streets and stone houses... Datca, where the Aegean and the Mediterranean meet, is a charming peninsula renowned for its clear sea and refreshing breezes. The Blue Flag beaches of Taslik, Kumluk and Hastane Alti in the centre are ideal for sunbathing and swimming in sparkling waters, while the serene bays of Datca are accessible via boat tours. Local dishes made with herbs and plants grown in Datca are special treats, as are the area's seafood, thyme honey and almonds.