Hidden Turkey: Why you should skip a trip to Bodrum and discover Göcek instead

Escape the crowds of glitzy Bodrum, and chill at the mellow little resort of Göcek around the coast
Hidden Turkey: Why you should skip a trip to Bodrum and discover Göcek instead

Göcek is known for its pristine turquoise waters, remote beaches and historical ruins.

When Bodrum and I first met, 30 years ago, my main thought was that it was a long way from anywhere. In summer 1994, when I worked as a holiday rep, there were no international flights to Bodrum’s small airport and only a few holidaymakers made the four-hour trek from Dalaman airport.

Famous for its picturebook Crusader castle and waterfront lined with gulets (wooden sailing boats), Bodrum was back then a working town that just happened to have supermodel looks.

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