Travel in Turkey is great value so get out and about and explore the resort and the surrounding area. Most people use the Dolmus services. These are cheap and convenient locally licensed minibuses which don’t have official stops, you just wave them down!

Money, Banks & Credit Cards

Turkish banks open 09.00-12.00, 13.30-17.00 (closed on Sat and Sun), and cash dispensers are widely available in larger towns. Major credit cards are widely accepted. The national currency is the Turkish Lira and in the past the exchange rate was around £1 - 2,400,000 TL. However during 2005 the government took no less than six 0’s off the end to create the YTL (New Turkish Lira). Since 2004 currency restrictions have been introduced limiting the amount of undeclared currency brought in or taken out of Turkey to £4,000. We strongly recommend that travellers cheques and cash not required during the day are kept in a safety deposit box, which are available in all our properties.

If you lose anything, or have anything stolen it must be reported to the police within 24 hours and a report or a report number obtained. This will be essential if you wish to make a claim on your travel insurance policy. Whilst our representatives will be happy to provide you with confirmation that you have reported a loss this is often not sufficient for an insurance claim.

It is strongly recommended that only bottled water is drunk. Check that the seal has not been broken on the bottle top and discard the bottle if it is only partially drunk and left for a period of time. Do not drink the tap water as it is not of the same standard as provided in the UK.

Turkey is a secular state that guarantees complete freedom of worship to all religions. The society is very tolerant and welcomes visitors to the spectacular Moslem mosques. As a mark of respect though, all visitors to mosques should remove their shoes, women should cover their heads and arms and not wear mini skirts or shorts and men should not wear shorts.

The hot water provided in many accommodations is heated by solar panels which limit the amount of hot water available, particularly at times of peak usage. It is not uncommon for short periods to be without water.

Voltage is 220V and you will need a continental 2 pin plug adapter.

Your representative or hotel/apartment reception will have details of how to find the local doctor or chemist. If you wish a doctor to visit you at your accommodation, the hotel management can normally arrange this for you. If visiting a hospital or clinic remember to take your passport, insurance documents, and some local money. Remember to obtain receipts for any treatment or medicine so that you can claim on your travel insurance.

Should you require hospitalisation or repatriation during your holiday, the insured person must contact their insurers Medical Assistance Service before any action is taken.