  ___________________________________ While planning your holiday in Turkey, you may look at Tom Brosnahan's TURKEY TRAVEL PLANNER website to learn more about Turkey __________________________________ Views from Bodrum  Shopping street in downtown...You can find souveneirs, leather, famous sandals and more...  Harbour view from the Castle  Bodrum by night  Marina Street is full of nice restaurants, cafes and bars  Sunset in Bodrum  Famous amfitheatre of Bodrum where there are concerts during summertime  In Bodrum you can find fresh seafood all year round |
INFORMATION ABOUT BODRUM AND BITEZ: BODRUM: Bodrum (from Petronium), formerly Halicarnassus (Turkish: Halikarnas, Ancient Greek: Ἁλικαρνασσός ), is a Turkish port town in Muğla Province, in the southwestern Aegean Region of the country. It is located on the southern coast of Bodrum Peninsula, at a point that checks the entry into the Gulf of Gökova, and it faces the Greek island of Kos. Today, it is an international center of tourism and yachting. The city was called Halicarnassus of Caria in ancient times. The Mausoleum of Mausolus, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, was here. Bodrum Castle, built by the Crusaders in the 15th century, overlooks the harbor and the International Marina. The castle grounds includes a Museum of Underwater Archeology and hosts several cultural festivals throughout the year.
Bodrum has a Mediterranean climate. The average temperature for winter is 15 °C (59 °F) and for summer is 38 °C (100 °F). Summers are hot and dry and winters are mild and mostly sunny. Many world celebrities prefer Bodrum for their holiday. To see who has spent his/her holiday in Bodrum click here. Bodrum praised in The New York Times travel pages as "the St. Tropez of Turkey" read here.  BITEZ: Only 7 km. from Bodrum town, with a frequent minibus connection, Bitez is one of the favourite destinations of both watersports fans and those in pursuit of calm and tranquillity. Accomodations ranges from small family run guest houses to luxury hotels with facilities of international standard, all within a few paces of the sandy beaches. Bitez bay is premier location for windsurfing and dinghy sailing instruction, with the open sea just beyond the experienced sailer. The shaded paths running through the mandarin growes between the sea and the village are another sorce of pleasure and interest. The village itself is a 15 minute walk, or short drive, inland and remains totally unspoiled by tourism.
Recommended restaurants in BodrumKocadon- With its romantic garden and nice Turkish food with a touch of innovation. It is on the way to the Bodrum Marina. 0252 316 37 05 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 0252 316 37 05 end_of_the_skype_highlighting Denizhan- The ultimate place for trying the Turkish Kebaps. 0252 363 76 74 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 0252 363 76 74 end_of_the_skype_highlighting Berk- With its fish and mezes Berk is located in the area of Halikarnas and with its very friendly and lively atmosphere. 0252 313 02 39 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 0252 313 02 39 end_of_the_skype_highlighting Marina Yacht Club- At the very end of the marina you find the Marina Yacht Club which hosts three different restaurants. There is also live music every night. +902523161228 Sunger- Located next to the Bodrum Marina, this is one of Bodrum's oldest restaurants which is one of the favorite places for the locals. 0252 316 0854 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 0252 316 0854 end_of_the_skype_highlighting Recommended Restaurants in Ortakent Gebora- Known for its fish mezes and a big selection of fish and seafood. 0252 348 33 40 Ada Sofrasi- Located on a hill in Ortakent center, this restaurant and Boutique hotel (only one room) is indeed spectacular. One of the posh places to go. 0533 697 32 27 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 0533 697 32 27 end_of_the_skype_highlighting Recommended Restaurants in Gumusluk Limon café- Placed on a hill this outdoor place is unique with its view and funny decorations. We recommend you to go for their breakfast . Don't miss the sunset. begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 0554 740 62 60 end_of_the_skype_highlighting Mimoza- In the bay of Gumusluk there is a wide selection of fish restaurants - all good. Located just at the very end of the bay, Mimoza is a very romantic and a beautiful restaurant to enjoy traditional meze and seafood. 0252 394 31 39 or 0532 247 61 17 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 0532 247 61 17 end_of_the_skype_highlighting Teldolap - On a mountain in Gumusluk you find this friendly family restaurant with homemade food. Open all day, but call before you go. 0554 205 98 80
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