Over the last few years, Turkey has continued to attract more interest as a travel destination. In the year 2010, there were 28.6 million visitors and of these, over 2 million came from Britain. According to the UK’s Turkish Culture and Tourism Office this trend has continued and with both economies finally coming out of the woodworks, more British tourists are expected to sample what Turkey has to offer.
After all, the best tourist hot spots get their numbers through word of mouth and reviews from past visitors. If you are thinking of picking an interesting holiday spotthis year, you need to understand why so many Brits are heading to Turkey in order to enjoy what the country has to offer.
Wide Array of Attractions
Any popular destination worth its salt must offer a wide range of attractions and this is exactly what Turkey offers. From the magnificent ancient towns of Istanbul, Kemer, and Ephesus among others, you will be able to sample the rich heritage of Turkey going back for centuries. British tourists are obviously drawn by the elaborate architectural designs in cities such as Ephesus dating back to 12 BC. Additionally, you will get multiple beaches which are magnificent not only to look at but also for whiling away time.
One of the most popular destinations offering white beaches is Oludeniz where you will get an ethereal landscape just waiting for you to start snapping away.
Other attractions include Loryma peninsula with its natural beauty which continues to dazzle visitors every coming year. In essence, what Turkey offers is irresistible which is why tourists keep trickling in.
Events and Activities
Most cities in Turkey including Ankara and Istanbul are a melting pot of cultures and as such, you will always get a variety of events celebrating this diversity.
Some of the examples include Istanbul International Film festival where you will be the first to grasp a look at refreshing films from all over the country. It is a unique way of understanding what the country has to offer as you relax with your family.
For Tango lovers, the Ankara Tango festival in April has continued to wow and excite British tourists for years and if you are lucky to participate, you might find yourself including it in your annual calendar. Huge musical festivals featuring great acts like Metalica are common in most cities during the holidays and you will be lucky to have such a show as an icing to your holiday. Other activities include rafting snorkelling, among other water based fun activities.
Cheap all-inclusive Packages
In 2011, TravelSupermarket.com predicted that a large number of Brits would take advantage of the cheap well packaged deals available in Turkey. This came to pass when 3% of Brits headed to Turkey and with positive reviews still coming out of the reviews by these visitors, more will still end up there. In essence, most people opted for the chance to experience the best of what the country has to offer but at amazing prices.
There are other factors which draw British tourists to Turkey including excellent accommodation, reliable transport links, and relaxed visa policies among others. Simply put, this is one hot spot you cannot ignore.
