One of the largest and most popular tourist resorts in Turkey, Marmaris is a former fishing village that saw a huge tourism boom in the 1980’s. The town is now very lively and very busy, with over 60,000 hotel beds on offer at a variety of hotels to suit all budgets. Located on the south western Mediterranean coast of Turkey, in the Mugla Province, Marmaris overlooks a large natural bay, and boasts several marinas. The resort is well-known for yachting holidays and diving holidays, with scuba diving easily arranged at a reasonable price from one of the many tour operators here. Those looking to participate in some watersports in Turkey will find plenty to occupy them in Marmaris, with many watersports companies operating on the seafront providing everything from paragliding and jet-skiing to banana boat rides and more.

Marmaris is a great destination for those on family holidays to Turkey, with a huge array of attractions and excursions available in the area. Kids will love a day spent at the local Atlantis waterpark, while guided horse-back safaris through the Mediterranean countryside and tours to crystal clear waterfalls in the verdant forests nearby make a great day out for all the family. Young adults after for a lively nightlife scene will find Marmaris a lot more appealing than some of the smaller, sleepier fishing villages like Kas or Kalkan. Nearly 100 bars and nightclubs keep the party going until around 4am, and numerous restaurants stay open 24 hours to cater for the late night revellers on their way home. The vibrant party scene here makes Marmaris a top clubbing holiday location in Turkey.

For those interested in getting some bargains on shopping holidays in Turkey, Marmaris offers a colourful and unique experience. The best places to shop are at the Ottoman Castle in the Carsi Market and Netsel Marina. The Carsi Market is a sprawling area including a flea market, where over 200 shops sell all manner of goods, from fruits and veg to designer leather goods and clothing. Much of the ‘designer’ wear is fake; however it is high quality so should not be disregarded just because of this! Once you’ve shopped till you’ve dropped, Marmaris provides a wealth of authentic cafes and restaurants where you can rest your tired feet. Dining here consists of a huge selection of hundreds of types of food; German, Italian, Chinese, classic Mediterranean, authentic Turkish fare… even fish and chips if it takes your fancy. Search using directline-holidays online search facility and see if you can book a cheap holiday to Marmaris today.