Conveniently situated about one hours drive from the well know resorts of Bodrum and Kusadasi, The Apollon Holiday Village developments can be found on the outskirts of Altinkum in Turkey’s beautiful Aegean coast. Most UK airports offer low cost flights to both Bodrum and Izmir airports.
The beautiful region is delightfully unspoilt and offers something for everyone – from beach and water sports to exploring Turkey’s rich cultural history.
Altinkum means “golden sands” and the area certainly lives up to it’s name, with miles of glorious coastline framed by a spectacular mountain backdrop. The Apollon Holiday Village is just one mile from the nearest beach and a 10 minute drive from main beach and shopping areas.
This relaxing and friendly resort has long been a favourite with British visitors. Dolphin Square is the main centre of Altinkum, where you will find many restaurants, bars and shops. Try the excellent local meat and seafood or the many international restaurants – all at prices well below those found around the rest of the Mediterranean.
For the energetic, spend a day trying the many water sport activities on offer and finish by enjoying the lively nightlife scene. Shopaholics will enjoy the many market stalls and bazaar traders where rugs and gold jewellery provide great bargains, and the towns large Saturday street market is very popular.
The area is steeped in history with the famous ruined Temple of Apollo only a few minutes drive away. The Roman city of Ephesus, an important archaeological site and the best preserved ancient city in Asia Minor, contains the sister to the Temple of Apollo Artemis and is one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
In recognition of the tremendous potential of Altinkum, The Turkish government is investing heavily in improving the area with the objective of creating a world-class resort. Construction is well underway on the new marina which is due for completion in 2009 and when complete will be able to harbour 550 yachts, which will make it the largest marina on the Aegean coast of Turkey. With designated land in place for a proposed golf course, property values are set to soar.
Why Azure Overseas is focussing in the Altinkum area?
1) The area is specially designated for tourist development from the Turkish government
2) Prices are lower than the more developed areas of Bodrum and Kusadasi
3) Extensive improvements to the local infrastructure are already underway
4) Building of a new marina for completion in 2009
5) A new ferry terminal linking the town direct to Greece is planned
6) There has been land set aside for a golf course in the area
7) The area is easily accessible from both Bodrum and Izmir airports, which are served by 22 international and regional UK airports
8) Visitor numbers, property purchase and prices are outpacing other resorts nearby
