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Dalaman on the Aegean coast in the Mugla province is located in one of the most scenic areas in Turkey.

Although Dalaman is mainly known for its international airport which serves some of Turkey's most popular holiday destinations, Dalaman itself is now gaining popularity as a holiday destination due to an impressive holiday village at Sangerme and the construction of several golf courses.

Cheap flights and cheap holidays to Dalaman are available during the summer holiday season from April to October.

Region - Mugla / Aegean Coast.
Country - Turkey.
Capital City - Ankara.
Language - Turkish, English widely spoken.
Religion - Muslim.
Visas - 3 month visa is issued at port of entry for £10. Valid passport must have minimum validity of 3 months, 6 months recommended.
Currency - Turkish New Lira (Turkish Lira), about TRY 2.6 = £1 (TRL 2.6million = £1).
Credit Cards - Widely Accepted in Dalaman, Turkey.
Time Difference - GMT +2 hours.
Flight Time UK - About 4 hours 30 mins.
Dalaman Airport - DLM (Dalaman).
Distance from Dalaman Airport - 4 miles.
Taxi Fare from Dalaman Airport - About TRY7.8 (?3).

Driving in Turkey - In Dalaman Traffic drives on the left. British licence is acceptable if hiring a car. Taking own car to Turkey requires international licence.
Electricity in Turkey - In Dalaman it is 220 volts. Adaptor required.
Turkey International Dialing Code - 00 90.
Dalaman Public Phones - In Dalaman telephones are Coin and phonecard operated .
Dalaman Mobile Phones - Dalaman is covered by all major networks. .

Turkey Emergency Numbers - Dalaman emergency numbers are 155 (police); 110 (fire); 112 (ambulance).
Dalaman Health Risks - Precautions against hepatitas A, polio and typhoid recommended. Depending upon season and area precautions against malaria are also recommended.
Dalaman Safety & Security - None.

Shop Opening Times in Dalaman - Dalaman Banks open 08.30-12.00 and 13.30-17.00 Mon-Fri. Dalaman Shops open 09.30-19.00. Office hours (government) in Dalaman are 08.30-12.30 and 13.30-17.30 Mon-Fri.

Public Holidays in Dalaman - Public holidays in Dalaman are January 1, 19-23, April 23, May 19, August 30, October 29, November 2-5.

Dalaman Accommodation - Accommodation in Dalaman will suit every taste and pocket ranging from five-star hotels to more modest establishments. Five-star hotel prices in Dalaman are less than in most European countries. There are also motels with separate chalets, holiday villages on the coast and bed and breakfast accommodation. Rooms in private homes are sometimes available. Campsites in Dalaman are clearly signposted. There are also facilities for young people and students.

Eating Out in Dalaman - There’s no danger of you going hungry in Dalaman it’s positively brimming with cafes, bars, bistros and restaurants catering for wide range of palates and pockets. Sit back in a taverna and watch with wide-eyed wonder as a seemingly endless procession of mezes are brought out to you. These hors d’oeuvre-like dishes normally comprise at least 15 or so delicacies such as pan-fried liver, garlicky yoghurt infused with coriander and borek, pastry parcels either rolled up like cigarettes or cut into triangles. Often that’s more than enough to fill you up but those with a bigger appetite will happily move on to mainstay of Turkish cuisine, kebabs.

Food in Turkey - The most popular food in Dalaman is meat kebabs and mixed grills, stuffed vegetables and cabbage leaves, meat balls, yoghurt soup, baklava pastry of nuts and almonds. Drinks in Dalaman include Turkish coffee, tea, beer, wine and raki.

Tipping in Dalaman - In Dalaman hotels and restaurants include service in the bill, a tip of 5% is suggested. Tip taxi drivers 10%.

Dalaman Standard of Living - In Dalaman a Bottle of beer TRY3.9 (£1.50), can of Coke TRY1.3 (50p), basic meal TRY26 (£10), good meal TRY39 (£15).

What to do in Dalaman - Whilst on holiday in Dalaman you can rest assured that there is plenty to entertain you. You can participate in Rafting, Paragliding, Scuba Diving, trekking, Golf, Ballooning, Hunting and horse riding to name just a few. Whatever your interest, Turkey has it all. From the thrills of paragliding and white water rafting to the peace and solitude of birdwatching, Turkey boasts a diverse landscape, enviable climate and rapidly improving infrastructure suited to many active pursuits. .

Where to Visit in Dalaman - Toros Mountains Whilst in Dalaman you must see the Toros Mountains as they form a dramatic backdrop along much of the coast, often dropping steeply right into the sea, but in some places rivers have washed down enough sediment over the ages to form beaches. Tombs in Fethiye The Tomb of Amyntas, which probably dates from the fourth century B.C. is the most remarkable. Blue voyage cruises - Marmaris Marmaris is one of the most attractive maritime parklands,ideal for water sports and sailing. It makes an excellent starting point for the "Blue Voyage" tour of the Aegean coastline, Oludeniz Lagoon It is a sheltered lagoon of great beauty, almost totally cut off from the sea, at the northern end of a long cove. Stretching from the lagoon to the southern end of the cove is a long, sandy public beach. .

Local Festivals in Dalaman - More than 100 festivals take place in Turkey every year. Along with the local festivals organised in almost every city of the country, international culture and art festivals are also held in major cities such as Istanbul, Ankara, Izmir and Antalya. Istanbul is the most important centre of international culture and art festivals and sponsored festivals. Whilst in Dalaman visit the opera and ballet festivals held from mid June through to early July in the Aspendos Roman Theatre near Side and Alanya, while the modern amphitheatre in Marmaris hosts ballet and pop concerts throughout the summer. .

Dalaman Climate - Dalaman has a typical Mediterranean climate of hot summers and mild winters on the Aegean coast.

Dalaman Position - Lat: 36 42N, Long: 028 46E, Elevation: 2m.

Tourist Information on Dalaman
For further tourist information on Dalaman go to http://www.bodrumpages.com

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