Olu deniz is a stunning bay, with a laid-back atmosphere, one of the most beautiful beaches in Turkey. It's lagoon, now a protected area, has understandably adorned a million picture postcards. Olu deniz's main beach is bordered by an attractive promenade lined with small shops, cafes and restaurants making it ideal for a wonderful beach holiday. However the surrounding area has much more to offer an adventurous holidaymaker. Paragliding from the heights of Babadag Mountain , diving into the warm waters of Mediterrenean, trekking along the Lycian Way , a boat trip to the Butterfly Gorge, visiting some of the sites such as Xanthos, Tlos and Letoon are among the many possibilities. Cheap flights and holidays are available to Olu Deniz.

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 Olu Deniz, Turkey.
Time Difference - GMT +2 hours.
Flight Time UK - About 4 hours 30 mins.
Olu Deniz Airport - DLM (Dalaman).
Distance from Olu Deniz Airport - Approximately 45 miles.
Taxi Fare from Olu Deniz Airport - Approximately £35.

Driving in Turkey - In Olu Deniz 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 Olu Deniz it is 220 volts. Adaptor required.
Turkey International Dialing Code - 0090.
Olu Deniz Public Phones - In Olu Deniz telephones are Coin and phonecard operated .
Olu Deniz Mobile Phones - Olu Deniz is covered by all major networks. .

Turkey Emergency Numbers - Olu Deniz.
Olu Deniz Health Risks - Precautions against hepatitas A, polio and typhoid recommended. Depending upon season and area precautions against malaria are also recommended.
Olu Deniz Safety & Security - None.

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

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

Olu Deniz Accommodation - Accommodation in Olu Deniz will suit every taste and pocket ranging from five-star hotels to more modest establishments. Five-star hotel prices in Olu Deniz are less than in most European countries. There are also motels with separate chalets, holiday villages on the coast and bed and breakfast accommodation.

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

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

Local Festivals in Olu Deniz - 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. .

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

Tourist Information on Olu Deniz
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