Turkey is now well established as a golf destination. The excellent climate is an attraction, with the added benefits of high standards of service and accommodation, good value for money, and, of course, a fantastic range of international standard golf courses. The resort of Belek, on the Mediterranean coast, just 30 kms from Antalya, is at the heart of Turkish golf.

The big cities attract both well-known and up-and-coming musicians, DJs and performers from around the world and music festivals are now a popular feature of the summer months, ranging from hard rock and classical to electronic and jazz. Traditional music is also still popular in Turkey, ranging from Anatolian folk music to Turkish-style classical music to lively, Balkan-influenced “fasil” music, and experiencing it live is the most enjoyable way to hear it.

St Nicholas or Father Christmas, is one of the most popular Saints in the Christian world.
Perhaps best known as the patron saint of children, he is patron of a whole range of
diverse groups including barrel-makers, sailors & fishermen, thieves and pawn-brokers as
well as of Greece and Russia. More readily associated with snowy climes, few people
realise that he was born in what is modern-day Turkey, in Patara, a port in the province of

Turkey is recognised internationally as an elite golfing centre where players from around the world can meet with prestigious facilities and spectacular surroundings.

» Gloria Golf Resort Spectacular views of the Taurus Mountains and a beach lapped by the Mediterranean make Gloria Golf one of the world’s best luxury resorts. The hotel offers all the luxury comforts required for the perfect golfing holiday.	» Sirene Belek Resort Sirene Belek Golf and Wellness Hotel is a spectacular all-inclusive golf hotel on the Mediterranean coast just north of Belek, just 30-minutes from Antalya International Airport, and is the ideal location for your next golf break.
» LykiaWorld Antalya LykiaLinks Antalya is a first for Turkey and the Mediterranean region - a truly unique and exceptional course. Located on the sea, this championship links course was designed to take full advantage of the natural terrain.	» Cornelia Diamond As you step into the Cornelia Diamond Golf Resort & Spa it becomes apparent almost immediately they have created a world class golfing resort that features fantastic restaurants, bars, spa facilities +more.
» Sueno Golf Belek The 36 holes of the Pines and Dunes are considered by many to be the strongest in Turkey. Sueno Hotels Golf Belek is only 25 km away from Antalya International Airport and, 5 km away from Belek tourism center.

The video below [lasts 3:53 mins] presents a view of Turkey and Istanbul but you get a general feel for what Turkey has to offer.

Turkey is a Mediterranean country with a lively culture of eating, drinking, and entertainment, with nightlife and eating-out possibilities to suit every preference. During the summer months, al fresco dining is the norm, particularly along the coastal areas and along the Bosphorus in Istanbul.

Turkish nightlife has traditionally centred around meyhanes, similar to taverns, where an assortment of mezes (small plates or appetizers), often followed by a meal of fish, is consumed with rounds of raki, the aniseed-flavoured national spirit. Still extremely popular with all ages, the meyhane is a social affair, where dining and drinking is often accompanied by live music played on traditional instruments.

The drinking scene is as diverse as the music scene, with options ranging from low-key bars to trendy clubs featuring local as well as international DJs. In the summer, especially in the coastal areas, many of these venues are water-side and open-air, allowing revellers to party under the stars.