By Ceyda Güneş Didim is renowned not only for its stunning beaches and ancient ruins but also for its rich culinary traditions. One of the lesser-known treasures of this region is a local herb called Kuzu Kulağı, which translates to “Lamb’s Ear” in English. What is Kuzu Kulağı? Kuzu Kulağı (scientifically known as Stachys byzantina)…
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By Ceyda Güneş Scattered across the villages of Akköy, Akyeniköy, and Mavişehir, Didim is home to some of the oldest olive trees in the Aegean region. Locally known as “anıt zeytin ağaçları” (monumental olive trees), many of these gnarled giants are estimated to be over 800 to 1000 years old. They are not only botanical…
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A new five-star hotel will bring additional luxury holiday choices when it opens to the public next year. Potentially opening in April 2026, the Akra Didim Hotel project will rise on a 278,214 square meter land area, at Fevzipaşa between Didim and Akbuk. Designed specifically for racket sports enthusiasts, Akra Rackets Club makes sports a part…
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Exclusive: Ceyda Güneş As the sun rises over the golden beaches of Didim, tourism gears up for what many hope will be a record-breaking season. To understand the pulse of 2025 tourism, we sat down with Melih Koyuncu, a prominent figure in the local tourism industry. Koyuncu is not only the owner of the beloved…
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Every Sunday morning, the quaint neighborhood of Akköy in Didim awakens not only with birdsong and a gentle sea breeze but also with the colorful bustle of market stalls, warm smiles of local producers, and the hum of cheerful conversation. More than a simple marketplace, the Akköy Local Farmers’ Market is a celebration of connection…
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A special fundraising night for Maya Gördüemel saw the Didim community do her proud by raising an incredible 52,500 TL towards her swimming advancement in Turkiye. The night on Wednesday (June 25) was hosted at Yas-Inn, with many fundraising activities including bingo and raffles. All the proceeds will go towards financing her exploits at the…
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Didim now has 15 Blue Flag venues, a mix of public beaches, hotels and a marina, indicating their high-quality, clean and environmentally friendly surroundings. The Blue Flag (Mavi Bayrak) programme, implemented in more than 50 countries, is a certification given by the Copenhagen-based not-for-profit non-governmental organization, Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE). A Blue Flag is…
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In a first for the Temple of Apollo, the attraction will remain open to visitors during the evenings throughout the coming summer months. Night site The historic site is one of 27 Turkiye-wide sites to be included in the Night Museum initiative, which was introduced in 2024 by the Culture and Tourism Ministry. The Apollo…
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Didim American College student Maya Gördüemel has returned after competing in her first semi-finals of the Turkish championships. Maya, representing the Ege Yükselen Spor Kulubu, came second in the 50-metre breaststroke race, third in the 50m freestyle race, and fourth in the 50m backstroke and 100m breaststroke races. All the more remarkable as she was…
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As an expat, one of the major concerns about getting older in a foreign country is the need for comprehensive and efficient healthcare, writes A.J. Griffiths-Jones. Therefore, recent changes to the general practitioner services for foreign residents, especially in smaller communities like Akbuk, is a real cause for concern. There was no forewarning, just a…
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