Top Reasons to Go

Feast on local seafood and fresh meze: Enjoy a relaxing meal, preferably on a terrace overlooking the sea or countryside.

Swim, windsurf, and scuba dive: Some of the brightest and bluest waters in the Aegean region surround the attractive coastal towns of Çeşme and Bodrum.

Take a Blue Cruise: A gulet, or wooden boat, is the perfect vehicle for exploring the Aegean coast, visiting secluded coves sprinkled along pristine clear waters.

Visit Ephesus: For a glimpse into the Hellenistic, Roman, and Byzantine periods, take a walk through the ruins of Ephesus, lined with the remains of temples, houses, shops, and the famed Library of Celsus.

Wander through Şirince: This picturesque wine-making village is surrounded by lovely restored houses; the hills are great for hiking.