As the 2026 summer season drew to a close in Didim, tourism activity fell short of expectations. While domestic tourists were more cautious with their spending, it was emphasized that the district’s tourism potential should be spread throughout the year and that foreign tourist markets should be diversified. Melih Koyuncu, President of the Didim Tourism…
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Calls are increasing for the Latmos (Beşparmak) Mountains, located on the borders of Söke, Koçarlı and Milas, to be declared a national park. Bahattin Sürücü, President of EKODOSD, stated that Latmos, notable for its natural, cultural, and archaeological riches, needs strong protection status to preserve its valuable assets, adding that the region faces a serious…
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Fenerbahçe will undertake a massive lifestyle project in Milas district, consisting of 1907 residences, 2 hotels, and a marina with a capacity of 500 yachts. The project, named Cove1907 and designed as a year-round destination, was revealed by Fenerbahçe Board Member Yusuf Buğra Tanık. He said: “Two months ago, we shared the Cove1907 project with…
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The Council of State has issued a stay of execution order regarding the lawsuit filed against the decision to downgrade the ‘Protected Area’ status of the Büyük Menderes Delta, located within the borders of Didim and Söke districts. The ‘Great Menderes Delta Natural Site Area’, located within the borders of Didim and Söke, was previously…
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Advertorial You’ve arrived in Altınkum. The sun is shining, the sea is warm and the beach is waiting. But after a few days of doing absolutely nothing, you might fancy seeing a little more of what this beautiful part of Turkey has to offer. That’s where go2altinkum comes in. The local excursion company has been…
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A British grandmother visiting Altinkum has undergone emergency surgery after falling down a flight of stairs. Sandra Morphew, who has been visiting the resort for 26 years, was taken initially to hospital in Didim following the serious accident on August 30, and later transferred to Aydın’s Adnan Menderes University Hospital. Having suffered a serious bleed…
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EXCLUSIVE – What a difference a year makes. Swimmer Maya Gördüemel was left devastated when red tape prevented her from a coveted place on the Turkish SEM programme. Today, it’s been officially announced she has officially been selected – and thought to be one of the first in Didim sporting history! Last year, Didim Voices…
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Irish pop-synth artist Chelle is back with a new evocative single ‘Same Blue Sky’ – in direct homage to her experiences and connections with Kuşadası and Turkiye. The independent singer-songwriter says the new track holds a “very special place in my heart” having spent significant time in Turkiye and even learning the language. It even…
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Visiting Didim’s Temple of Apollo, Miletus and Priene for non-Turkish citizens will become more expensive after museum and archaeological entry prices for 2027 were revealed. The new tariffs announced by the Turkish Travel Agencies Association (TÜRSAB) cover the fees that will be applied next year at museums and archaeological sites under the Ministry of Culture…
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By Laura Bower – For anyone living in Türkiye, owning a holiday home or spending time here, there may come a point where you need help. Perhaps you are in danger, a neighbour is making excessive noise, a shopkeeper has treated you badly or you think you have been cheated. The Turkish system can seem…
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