Günlükbaşı – the Heart of Fethiye
30 years ago, the back streets of Fethiye were a mix of lokantas, vibrant workshops and small private businesses, it was the heart of Fethiye and the local community. Over the years the main streets have changed, mostly due to bigger companies dominating the popular back street shopping areas, but a few miles away in […]
Fascinating Fethiye
If you’re visiting Fethiye, or even if you choose the town as a place to live, the fact it has a long history is pretty evident. This article was written by Steve Parsley for Fethiye Times. The Amyntas rock tombs carved into the cliffs, the old amphitheatre near the harbour and the ruins of a […]
A Turkish bath – the real way to relax
Step inside a traditional Turkish bath and discover why this centuries-old wellness ritual remains so popular today. No trip to Fethiye is complete without a visit to a Turkish bath or Hamam, so set aside any prudishness you may have and take the plunge. Savour that feeling of supreme cleanliness that is so different from a […]
Fethiye’s cycling Santas ride for the fifth year
Thank you to self-professed Grinch Sian Midgley for the update. Santa’s Christmas bike ride Yesterday, 24 local cyclists donned their festive suits and took part in the fifth annual Santa’s Christmas bike ride in Fethiye. This year’s event, organised by keen cyclist Robert, started at 11 am at the Reis Cafe in Akarca. Riders, many of whom […]
Safsaf’s story – the heartache behind the smile
Sitting in her home in Fethiye with her family around her, Safsaf could not look any happier. She welcomes you with open arms and a huge smile, serves an endless supply of Syrian tea or coffee, along with delicious food and chats with you with enthusiasm. Life in this modest Fethiye home seems happy and […]