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Foca Holidays
Found on the stunning Aegean coast of western Turkey, Foca is a holiday resort which oozes character. The village of Foca, positioned on a headland at the mouth of the Gulf of Izmir, is steeped in history. You will find friendly locals, and a totally unspoilt spot to base your family holiday or romantic get-away. Strolling through Foca you will see quaint cobbled streets, old-style homes, classical Turkish architecture and atmospheric markets and cafes. Foca has palm-lined streets, shady squares, and even boasts a huge ancient amphitheatre on the edge of town, only recently unearthed by archaeologists. Just outside Foca are the larger resort hotels, while in the village itself are smaller hotels and holiday apartments. Izmir Airport is a short drive away, and there are excellent bus links with the opulent regional city of Izmir a few miles south.
Holidays in Foca - expect a warm welcome and plenty of sun
In Foca and right across the Izmir region, the summer months—June through September—bring average daytime temperatures of 28°C or higher, and there is virtually no rain. With all that sun it’s no surprise that the locals of Foca are warm and friendly and keen to entertain holiday visitors. Activities on hand include day trips to the historic and Biblical sites of Ephesus and Pergamon. Another popular excursion from Foca is to the Siren Rocks, mentioned in Homer’s The Odyssey - just five km from the town. You can experience a firm rub-down at the Turkish baths, soak up the sun and spectacular coastal views on a boat trip, visit local vineyards, go bird watching or have a crack at haggling for carpets and jewellery at the weekly market.
Foca Holidays - unspoilt beaches and tasty cuisine
Along the Aegean coastline around Foca you and your family can seek out beautiful, secluded beaches for days of total relaxation in the sun. Holiday visitors remark on the bright sparkling blue of the water here, and enjoy the scenic, rugged landscape inland. Turkish food is fantastically varied, and Foca is a particularly good place to sample fresh fish caught hours earlier by local fishermen. You might also like to try Izmir meatballs, keskek (boiled wheat with meat) and zerde (sweetened rice with saffron).
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