{"id":647,"date":"2016-10-31T21:58:50","date_gmt":"2016-11-01T01:58:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/essentialeuropetravel.com\/wp\/?page_id=647"},"modified":"2023-02-28T20:46:49","modified_gmt":"2023-03-01T01:46:49","slug":"turkey","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/essentialeuropetravel.com\/index.php\/destinations\/north-africa-and-middle-east\/turkey\/","title":{"rendered":"Turkey"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=\u00a0\u00bb1&Prime; inner_shadow=\u00a0\u00bbon\u00a0\u00bb fullwidth=\u00a0\u00bbon\u00a0\u00bb custom_padding_last_edited=\u00a0\u00bbon|desktop\u00a0\u00bb admin_label=\u00a0\u00bbsection\u00a0\u00bb _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.16&Prime; background_image=\u00a0\u00bbhttps:\/\/essentialeuropetravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/shutterstock-turkey.jpeg\u00a0\u00bb parallax=\u00a0\u00bbon\u00a0\u00bb parallax_method=\u00a0\u00bboff\u00a0\u00bb custom_padding=\u00a0\u00bb30px|0px|100px|0px\u00a0\u00bb custom_padding_tablet=\u00a0\u00bb50px|0|50px|0&Prime; 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text-rendering: optimizeLegibility; color: #000000; font-family: freight, 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; letter-spacing: normal; text-align: left;\"><strong><span style=\"font-family: Lato; font-size: medium; color: #1c1c1c;\">Culinary Exploration<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p class=\"copy--body\" style=\"margin-bottom: 10px; padding-bottom: 0px; font-size: 1.14286rem; line-height: 1.5em; color: #3b444f; font-family: freight, 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-family: Lato; font-size: medium; color: #1c1c1c;\">The best thing about sampling Turkey&rsquo;s delicious specialties \u2013 ranging from meze on a Mediterranean harbour to a pension breakfast featuring ingredients fresh from the kitchen garden \u2013 is that they take you to the heart of Turkish culture. For the sociable and family-orientated Turks, gathering together and eating well is a time-honoured ritual. So get stuck into olive oil\u2013lathered Aegean vegetables, spicy Anatolian kebaps and dishes from Turkey&rsquo;s many other corners \u2013 and as you drink a tulip-shaped glass of \u00e7ay and contemplate some baklava for dessert, remember that eating is deepening your understanding of Turkey.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"copy--subtitle\" style=\"padding-bottom: 0px; text-rendering: optimizeLegibility; color: #000000; font-family: freight, 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; letter-spacing: normal; text-align: left;\"><strong><span style=\"font-family: Lato; font-size: medium; color: #1c1c1c;\">Epic History<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p class=\"copy--body\" style=\"margin-bottom: 10px; padding-bottom: 0px; font-size: 1.14286rem; line-height: 1.5em; color: #3b444f; font-family: freight, 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-family: Lato; font-size: medium; color: #1c1c1c;\">From the ancient port city of Ephesus (Efes) to the soaring Byzantine dome of Aya Sofya, Turkey has more than its fair share of world-famous ruins and monuments. A succession of historical figures and empires \u2013 including the Romans, Byzantines and Ottomans \u2013 have all left their mark on this former stopover along the Silk Road. Experiencing their legacy takes you from the closeted quarters of the sultan and his harem in\u00a0Istanbul&rsquo;s sprawling Topkap\u0131 Palace to the romantic and mysterious Lycian ruins on Mediterranean beaches.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"copy--subtitle\" style=\"padding-bottom: 0px; text-rendering: optimizeLegibility; color: #000000; font-family: freight, 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; letter-spacing: normal; text-align: left;\"><strong><span style=\"font-family: Lato; font-size: medium; color: #1c1c1c;\">Lyrical Landscapes<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p class=\"copy--body\" style=\"margin-bottom: 10px; padding-bottom: 0px; font-size: 1.14286rem; line-height: 1.5em; color: #3b444f; font-family: freight, 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-family: Lato; font-size: medium; color: #1c1c1c;\">Turkey&rsquo;s diverse landscapes, from Aegean olive groves to eastern steppe, provide a lyrical setting for its many great ruins. The country&rsquo;s most magical scenery is to be found in Asian Anatolia, where beautiful vistas are provided by the vertiginous Mediterranean coastline, Cappadocia&rsquo;s otherworldly &lsquo;fairy chimney&rsquo; rock formations and wavy valleys, the alpine pastures of the Ka\u00e7kar Mountains, and golden beaches such as 18km-long Patara. Whether you settle down with a \u00e7ay to enjoy the view across mountain-ringed Lake E\u011firdir or explore the hilly hinterland on the southwest coast&rsquo;s many peninsulas, Turkey&rsquo;s landscape will leave a lasting impression.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"copy--subtitle\" style=\"padding-bottom: 0px; text-rendering: optimizeLegibility; color: #000000; font-family: freight, 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; letter-spacing: normal; text-align: left;\"><strong><span style=\"font-family: Lato; font-size: medium; color: #1c1c1c;\">Activities Galore<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p class=\"copy--body\" style=\"margin-bottom: 10px; padding-bottom: 0px; font-size: 1.14286rem; line-height: 1.5em; color: #3b444f; font-family: freight, 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-family: Lato; font-size: medium; color: #1c1c1c;\">Turkey offers activities to suit every temperament, from outdoors adventure to cultural enrichment. Watery fun includes diving, windsurfing, rafting and canyoning in mountain gorges, kayaking over Kekova&rsquo;s sunken ruins and traditional\u00a0g\u00fclet\u00a0cruises on the Mediterranean and Aegean. Or take to the air with \u00d6l\u00fcdeniz&rsquo; thrilling paragliding flights or a hot-air balloon ride over\u00a0Cappadocia. For a fresh angle on stunning Turkish scenery, trek to highland pastures or walk part of the\u00a0Lycian Way\u00a0trail. In town, take a culinary course, soak in the hamam or hit \u0130stanbul&rsquo;s Grand Bazaar to buy a carpet or flat-weave kilim rug.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=\u00a0\u00bb1_3&Prime; _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.16&Prime; custom_padding=\u00a0\u00bb|||\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb custom_padding__hover=\u00a0\u00bb|||\u00a0\u00bb][et_pb_image src=\u00a0\u00bbhttps:\/\/essentialeuropetravel.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/turkey-map.jpg\u00a0\u00bb show_in_lightbox=\u00a0\u00bbon\u00a0\u00bb align_tablet=\u00a0\u00bbcenter\u00a0\u00bb align_last_edited=\u00a0\u00bbon|desktop\u00a0\u00bb admin_label=\u00a0\u00bbImage\u00a0\u00bb _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.16&Prime; animation_style=\u00a0\u00bbslide\u00a0\u00bb animation_direction=\u00a0\u00bbleft\u00a0\u00bb animation_duration=\u00a0\u00bb500ms\u00a0\u00bb animation_intensity_slide=\u00a0\u00bb10%\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb align_phone=\u00a0\u00bbcenter\u00a0\u00bb][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_button button_url=\u00a0\u00bbhttps:\/\/essentialeuropetravel.com\/index.php\/request-a-quote\/\u00a0\u00bb button_text=\u00a0\u00bbRequest a quote\u00a0\u00bb admin_label=\u00a0\u00bbButton\u00a0\u00bb _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.16&Prime; 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Admire the changing colors as the sun rises over the cliffs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=\u00a0\u00bbText\u00a0\u00bb _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.16&Prime; background_size=\u00a0\u00bbinitial\u00a0\u00bb background_position=\u00a0\u00bbtop_left\u00a0\u00bb background_repeat=\u00a0\u00bbrepeat\u00a0\u00bb inline_fonts=\u00a0\u00bbLato\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb]<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #ffffff; font-family: Lato;\">Spend a romantic night in a Cave<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"color: #ededed; font-size: medium;\">Experience the troglodyte life and sleep in a low ceilings room where the light is dim. 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Palatial suites add terraces, original artwork and\/or extra bedrooms. Room service is available 24\/7.<\/p>\n<p>Dining options include a refined restaurant with a glass-enclosed courtyard, a bright piano bar and a rooftop lounge with city views. There&rsquo;s also a gym and a chic spa with an outdoor pool.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #ffffff; font-family: Lato;\" face=\"Lato\" color=\"#ffffff\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=\u00a0\u00bb1_2&Prime; _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.16&Prime; custom_padding=\u00a0\u00bb|||\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb custom_padding__hover=\u00a0\u00bb|||\u00a0\u00bb][et_pb_image src=\u00a0\u00bbhttps:\/\/essentialeuropetravel.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/Four-Seasons-web.jpg\u00a0\u00bb align_tablet=\u00a0\u00bbcenter\u00a0\u00bb align_last_edited=\u00a0\u00bbon|desktop\u00a0\u00bb admin_label=\u00a0\u00bbImage\u00a0\u00bb _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.16&Prime; custom_margin=\u00a0\u00bb25px|||\u00a0\u00bb animation_style=\u00a0\u00bbslide\u00a0\u00bb animation_direction=\u00a0\u00bbleft\u00a0\u00bb animation_duration=\u00a0\u00bb500ms\u00a0\u00bb animation_intensity_slide=\u00a0\u00bb10%\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb align_phone=\u00a0\u00bbcenter\u00a0\u00bb][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=\u00a0\u00bb1&Prime; custom_padding_last_edited=\u00a0\u00bbon|desktop\u00a0\u00bb admin_label=\u00a0\u00bbsection\u00a0\u00bb module_id=\u00a0\u00bblayouts\u00a0\u00bb _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.16&Prime; background_color=\u00a0\u00bb#1c1c1c\u00a0\u00bb custom_padding=\u00a0\u00bb0px|0px|15px|0px\u00a0\u00bb custom_padding_tablet=\u00a0\u00bb16px|0|22px|0&Prime; custom_padding_phone=\u00a0\u00bb\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb][et_pb_row padding_mobile=\u00a0\u00bboff\u00a0\u00bb column_padding_mobile=\u00a0\u00bbon\u00a0\u00bb admin_label=\u00a0\u00bbrow\u00a0\u00bb _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.16&Prime; background_size=\u00a0\u00bbinitial\u00a0\u00bb background_position=\u00a0\u00bbtop_left\u00a0\u00bb background_repeat=\u00a0\u00bbrepeat\u00a0\u00bb custom_padding=\u00a0\u00bb25.2604px|0px|4px|0px\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb column_structure=\u00a0\u00bb1_2,1_2&Prime;][et_pb_column type=\u00a0\u00bb1_2&Prime; _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.16&Prime; custom_padding=\u00a0\u00bb|||\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb custom_padding__hover=\u00a0\u00bb|||\u00a0\u00bb][et_pb_text admin_label=\u00a0\u00bbText\u00a0\u00bb _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.16&Prime; text_font=\u00a0\u00bb||||||||\u00a0\u00bb background_size=\u00a0\u00bbinitial\u00a0\u00bb background_position=\u00a0\u00bbtop_left\u00a0\u00bb background_repeat=\u00a0\u00bbrepeat\u00a0\u00bb background_layout=\u00a0\u00bbdark\u00a0\u00bb inline_fonts=\u00a0\u00bbLato\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb]<\/p>\n<h3><strong><span style=\"font-family: Lato;\" face=\"Lato\" color=\"#ffffff\">Cappadocia Cave Resort &amp; Spa<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"font-family: Lato; font-size: medium;\"><span class=\"_ZCm r-ijfOsH_TOhZs kno-desc-sh\" jsl=\"$t t-CIdVBizxsq8;$x 0;\" data-ved=\"0ahUKEwiExpynt8PXAhUIj1QKHQjuDDgQ200IcDAJ\">Set on a hill overlooking G\u00fcvercinlik Valley, this high-end hotel is 9 minutes&rsquo; walk from Uchisar Castle and 5 km from Al Nazar Church. <span class=\"_dgc kd-hc\" data-ved=\"0ahUKEwiExpynt8PXAhUIj1QKHQjuDDgQ3E0IcjAJ\"><span class=\"_I5e\"><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Featuring vaulted or beamed ceilings, the elegant rooms and suites have free Wi-Fi, whirlpool tubs and satellite TV, as well as minibars, and tea and coffeemakers; some add fireplaces. Plush suites provide sofas and heated floors. Opulent upgraded quarters come with private pools and\/or marble floors.<span class=\"_I5e\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Breakfast is free. There&rsquo;s also an international restaurant, a 24-hour bistro and a terrace bar offering panoramic valley views. Other amenities include a wine cellar, indoor and outdoor pools, a gym and a spa.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #ffffff; font-family: Lato;\" face=\"Lato\" color=\"#ffffff\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #ffffff; font-family: Lato;\" face=\"Lato\" color=\"#ffffff\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=\u00a0\u00bb1_2&Prime; _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.16&Prime; custom_padding=\u00a0\u00bb|||\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb custom_padding__hover=\u00a0\u00bb|||\u00a0\u00bb][et_pb_image src=\u00a0\u00bbhttps:\/\/essentialeuropetravel.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/11\/cappadocia-cave-Resort-and-Spa-web.jpg\u00a0\u00bb align_tablet=\u00a0\u00bbcenter\u00a0\u00bb align_last_edited=\u00a0\u00bbon|desktop\u00a0\u00bb admin_label=\u00a0\u00bbImage\u00a0\u00bb _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.16&Prime; custom_margin=\u00a0\u00bb15|||\u00a0\u00bb animation_style=\u00a0\u00bbslide\u00a0\u00bb animation_direction=\u00a0\u00bbleft\u00a0\u00bb animation_duration=\u00a0\u00bb500ms\u00a0\u00bb animation_intensity_slide=\u00a0\u00bb10%\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb align_phone=\u00a0\u00bbcenter\u00a0\u00bb][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=\u00a0\u00bb1&Prime; custom_padding_last_edited=\u00a0\u00bbon|desktop\u00a0\u00bb admin_label=\u00a0\u00bbsection\u00a0\u00bb module_id=\u00a0\u00bblayouts\u00a0\u00bb _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.16&Prime; background_color=\u00a0\u00bb#1c1c1c\u00a0\u00bb custom_padding=\u00a0\u00bb0px|0px|21px|0px\u00a0\u00bb custom_padding_tablet=\u00a0\u00bb22px|0|14px|0&Prime; custom_padding_phone=\u00a0\u00bb\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb][et_pb_row padding_mobile=\u00a0\u00bboff\u00a0\u00bb column_padding_mobile=\u00a0\u00bbon\u00a0\u00bb admin_label=\u00a0\u00bbrow\u00a0\u00bb _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.16&Prime; background_size=\u00a0\u00bbinitial\u00a0\u00bb background_position=\u00a0\u00bbtop_left\u00a0\u00bb background_repeat=\u00a0\u00bbrepeat\u00a0\u00bb custom_padding=\u00a0\u00bb25.2604px|0px|0px|0px\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb column_structure=\u00a0\u00bb1_2,1_2&Prime;][et_pb_column type=\u00a0\u00bb1_2&Prime; _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.16&Prime; custom_padding=\u00a0\u00bb|||\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb custom_padding__hover=\u00a0\u00bb|||\u00a0\u00bb][et_pb_text admin_label=\u00a0\u00bbText\u00a0\u00bb _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.16&Prime; text_font=\u00a0\u00bb||||||||\u00a0\u00bb background_size=\u00a0\u00bbinitial\u00a0\u00bb background_position=\u00a0\u00bbtop_left\u00a0\u00bb background_repeat=\u00a0\u00bbrepeat\u00a0\u00bb background_layout=\u00a0\u00bbdark\u00a0\u00bb inline_fonts=\u00a0\u00bbLato\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb]<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: Lato; font-size: x-large;\"><b>Kempinski Hotel Barbaros Bay<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';\"><\/span>Set on a cliff-top overlooking Barbaros Bay, this upscale seasonal hotel is 16 km from Bodrum Castle and 18 km from the Mausoleum at Halicarnassus.<\/p>\n<p>Featuring balconies or terraces with bay views, the airy rooms come with free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and minifridges; some have sofas. 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Culinary Exploration The best thing about sampling Turkey&rsquo;s delicious specialties \u2013 ranging from meze on a Mediterranean harbour to a pension breakfast featuring ingredients fresh from the kitchen garden \u2013 is [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":638,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"<strong>Take a hot air balloon flight over Cappadocia:<\/strong> Float above surreal landscape of fairy chimneys and other unusual geological formations.\u00a0 Admire the changing colors as the sun rises over the cliffs.\r\n\r\n<strong>\u00a0<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Spend a romantic night in a Cave:<\/strong> experience the troglodyte life and sleep in a low ceilings room where the light is dim.\u00a0 Some of these \"cave hotels\" are rudimentary, others very luxurious; but all are cool in summer and warm in winter.\r\n\r\n<strong>\u00a0<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Shop 'til You Drop:\u00a0 <\/strong>Istanbul bazaars are a dream for shoppers;\u00a0 you will find rugs, kilim, glassware, tiles, furniture, antiques, decorative items, jewelry, hammam towels and more.\r\n\r\n\u00a0\r\n\r\n<strong>Relax in thermal pool:\u00a0 <\/strong>Turkey is like one big open-air spa.\u00a0 Some of the pools are enclosed in a 700-year-old original <em>hamam.<\/em> This is a unique experience.\r\n\r\n\u00a0\r\n\r\n<strong>Four Seasons Hotel at Sultanahmet<\/strong>\r\n\r\nSituated in a three-storey, neo-classic prison building with a landscaped courtyard, Four Seasons Sultanahmet is in the centre of Istanbul\u2019s Old Town. It offers luxury accommodation with original works by Turkish artisans such as handwoven Turkish rug.\r\n\r\nDecorated in a Turkish theme with neoclassical details, the rooms and suites at Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at Sultanahmet come with an espresso machine. They all feature a flat-screen TV with CD and DVD players. A marble bathroom with deep soaking tub is standard.\r\n\r\nLocated within a glass pavilion in the hotel\u2019s courtyard garden and decorated with Turkish art and Ottoman period features, Seasons Restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. You can also enjoy the popular Sunday brunch.\r\n\r\nWith stunning views of the Old City, A\u2019YA Lounge is situated on the rooftop and has a rich list of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages and a menu of savoury snacks such as mussels dolma, lamb durum and Turkish puff pastry.\r\n\r\nThe spa at Four Seasons offers pampering health and beauty treatments. Before or after treatments, guests can use the saunas or fitness room.\r\n\r\n\u00a0\r\n\r\n<strong>Cappadocia Cave Resort & Spa<\/strong>\r\n\r\nCappadocia Cave Resort & Spa (CCR) features a free-form pool overlooking the Cappadocian landscape and full-service spa offering holistic beauty treatments. The hotel is 985 feet away from \u00dcchisar Kalesi.\r\n\r\nAll rooms feature a traditional interior which includes stone-based architecture, wooden floors and ornate furniture. Each one is fitted with deluxe bedding, a flat-screen TV and L'Occitane & Bvlgari toiletries.\r\n\r\nCappadocia Cave Resort & Spa has a sauna, Turkish Bath and a well-equipped gym fitted with elliptical cycles and treadmills.\r\n\r\nGuests can order regional, Asian or European delicacies in Padishah Restaurant. A glass of Cappadocian wine can be enjoyed on its terrace featuring panoramic nature views.\r\n\r\nThe property offers airport shuttle services at an extra fee to and from Kayseri and Nevsehir Airports. Guests can join sightseeing tours with various themes organised for groups or individuals. Hot air balloon rides are available for different number of participants. Turkish Nights, whirling dervish shows and ATV tours can also be organised by the property.\r\n<strong>Kempinski Hotel Barbaros Bay<\/strong>\r\n\r\nKempinski Hotel Barbaros Bay Bodrum enjoys a quiet location, overlooking Gokova Bay. It provides luxury rooms with private balconies, 2 swimming pools, restaurants with sea views and free Wi-Fi. The hotel also has a blue-flagged private sandy beach.\r\n\r\nThe non-smoking rooms at the Kempinski Hotel feature stylish furnishings and modern d\u00e9cor. Each room has its own seating area, satellite TV and a spacious bathroom. All rooms enjoy panoramic views over the Aegean Sea.\r\n\r\nThe exclusive spa offers East Asian treatments and massages. The Hotel Kempinski Bodrum also provides a sauna, fitness centre and Turkish bath. Guests can take diving courses or enjoy fishing tours and parasailing. Other water sport activities include wake board and water ski, windsurfing and water buggy. All activities incur a surcharge.\r\n\r\n<strong>\u00a0<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<strong>Argos in Cappadocia<\/strong>\r\n\r\nOnce a monastery, the award-winning Argos offers individually appointed rooms spread over several natural stone buildings. Each room offers free Wi-Fi. Some have breathtaking views of Pigeon Valley or private outdoor area.\r\n\r\nAll rooms feature original details, including elaborate stone carvings and antique furnishings. Each has a private bathroom, while many offer an open fireplace and an iPod docking station. Some rooms are accessed by underground tunnel and feature vaulted ceilings.\r\n\r\nThe hotel\u2019s Seki Restaurant serves a variety of local and international dishes, either indoors or al fresco accompanied by views of G\u00fcvercinlik Vallet and Erciyes Mountain. A wide selection of wines, produced from the property' own vineyards and stored in an underground cellar, is available.\r\n\r\nThe property offers airport shuttle services at an extra fee to and from the nearest airports. Guests can join sightseeing tours. Hot air balloon rides are available. ATV and horse riding tours are also available.\r\n\r\nArgos In Cappadocia is just few minutes\u2019 walk from the centre of Uchisar, with its many restaurants and shops. 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