Travel Eye on Olu Deniz (Turkey)

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Overview:

Olu Deniz takes its name from the beautiful blue lagoon located a few hundred yards from the main town. The beach itself stretches for several miles, but the most popular section is the lagoon with its stunning backdrop of mountains and pine forest. This area has been designated a National Park and there is a small entrance charge, but it is well worth paying - there are shaded areas suitable for picnicking, showers and snack bars.

In the main town, the seafront is crammed with provision stores, bars and restaurants, many with roof terraces perfect for enjoying the sunset and the wonderful views. This area caters for those wanting a lazy holiday with fabulous natural surroundings, some nightlife and an exceptional beach. There is a fair number of notable, easily accessible antiquities can be found nearby. It is also popular with families, with a mix of mainly British and European nationalities.

The accommodation here is generally good-quality accommodation offering a variety of facilities, including some quite large all-inclusive properties.

There is a huge village-type complex situated 2½ mls SE of the resort with its own private stretch of beach, and there are a few large hotels nestling in the pine trees off the main winding road through the hills between Olu Deniz and Hisaronu, 2 mls away.

Some of the smaller properties are family run and have a more local flavour.

Locality:

Olu Deniz is on the south west coast of Turkey (9 mls S of Fethiye, 2 mls S of Hisaronu village, 45 mls SE of Dalaman airport by winding, often steep but scenic road). It is set below the mountains on fairly flat land with hills on each side and behind. It is backed by a steep-sided valley cloaked in forest.

Entertainment/Facilities/Attractions/Things to do:

The main beach, called Belcekiz, is rumoured to be the best in Turkey and forms a graceful arc around the bay, wide, fairly light, fine sand with a gentle shelf of pebbles into the sea. It's safe to swim although the waves can be fairly strong. There is plenty of sun loungers and sun umbrellas along the length.

For the shoppers there is a good choice of small shops and stalls. Numerous small, well-stocked minimarkets exist throughout the town. A partially pedestrianised main street is lined with shops selling jewellery, leather, clothing and footwear, water-sports gear and beachwear as well as local specialities such as handicrafts, sweets, spices, glassware and textiles.

During the daytime there are many water sports including snorkelling, scuba diving, parasailing, banana boats, jet-skiing and boat trips. Other activities include horse riding, Turkish baths and massage, paragliding, both single and tandem, hired bicycles, jeep safaris, and a variety of walking opportunities.

The nightlife here is provided by numerous lively bars near the beach, many offering "happy hours", a pool bar, some karaoke bars and a couple of discos. A further selection in nearby Hisaronu. The larger hotels offer a variety of nightlife including live music and Turkish theme nights with traditional dancing.

For eating out there is a good choice between the hotels and many restaurants, cafes and snack bars. Options include local and other Turkish cuisine and international fare including Chinese, seafood, steakhouses and fast food like kebabs and burgers.