Why not visit Icmeler
Wednesday, 3rd February 2010
Many visitors to Marmaris use Icmeler as a location for a joint holiday, and vice versa. The two resorts are very close, about 4 miles miles apart with easy transport links. The more energetic can walk in around half and hour. A great way is by water taxi.
It is believed that the first settlement in Icmeler, goes back to around 3000 B.C (About the same time as Marmaris). The town of Icmeler can be date back to the same time period of Marmaris. It is located accrues from Marmaris, on the northern part of the beautiful bay. A beach resort , Icmeler is set amidst stunning scenery at the foot of a range of pine-covered mountains which sweep down to form a huge cove. Since Icmeler is not to far from Marmaris (about an hour's walk along the coast road, or only few minutes by car), the town is also a good place to stay in for few nights, as well. Icmeler has many new houses, hotels, motels and apart hotels' to go along with it's old houses. Overall it is clean, spacious and well accommodating for families.
The relaxed atmosphere of the resort has turned it into a popular tourist destination with many people flocking to the region to enjoy a tranquil break. As a purpose built resort there is a wide range of modern tourist facilities and a variety of accommodation options. Turkey is one of the best places to travel for a budget break and Icmeler is no exception. There are small traditional guesthouses, budget hotels and cheap apartments for anyone looking to save some pennies! Wherever you choose to stay, you will not be compromising the fantastic experience that Icmeler offers; the scenery itself is enough to make you feel as though you are on a luxury break!
The resort is popular with a wide range of tourists especially families with small children. The safe beaches and relaxed atmosphere make it the perfect place for the whole family to enjoy. If you prefer a more active experience many of the Icmeler beaches offer water sport facilities including scuba diving, wind surfing and even jet skiing.
Boat trips leave from Icmeler offering tourists tours of the spectacular coastline and even nearby resorts, a great way to experience more of the region. Some of the most popular tours include a trip to ‘Cleopatra’s Isle’ and the impressive waterfalls of Pamukkale.
Shoppers will appreciate the traditional street markets that Icmeler offers. Authentic Turkish crafts and local produce are available to purchase, make sure to haggle to get the best prices. For a larger choice of shops take a short trip Marmaris which has an indoor market as well as large stores.
Icmeler may not be one of the world’s best known holiday resorts however it offers everything that the major players do. Whether you want a vibrant nightlife or stunning landscapes, Icmeler offers everything a modern holidaymaker would want from a destination.
Don't forget Icmeler when looking at your Turkish Holiday choices. Either Marmaris, or Icemar will be ideal.
