Bodrum, hailed as the “new St. Tropez” in recent years, has become a destination of two experiences: the glamorous summer months when the international haute monde descends, and the quieter Bodrum that emerges in the spring and early fall.
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Perfect forRomantics | Ultimate Indulgers | Intellectuals
Designing Your Journey
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3 Days: Iconic Bodrum
An ideal Bodrum itinerary would combine time spent lounging at stylish beach clubs and sailing around the coast with a day of cultural immersion. Indagare can match you with the best properties, boat charters and guides for your needs and interests.
Day 1: Beach Leisure
Indulge in the glamorous daytime scene at a local beach club, then end your day with a dose of Bodrum’s buzzy nightlife.
Day 2: Historic Sites
The ancient city of Ephesus, whose Temple of Artemis was one of the ancient world’s seven wonders, lies just 100 miles north of Bodrum. Enjoy a tour of the ruins with one of Indagare’s favorite historian guides.
Day 3: On the Water
Charter a private yacht or traditional Anatolian wooden gulet for a fashionable cruise along the Turkish coast, exploring secluded coves and seaside villages at your own pace.
Where To Stay
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Those who like to stay active or who are traveling with energized young children, should head to the Kempinski resort, perched high on the cliffs overlooking Barbaros Bay in southeast Bodrum.
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At a Glance A 30-minute drive northwest from Bodrum (15 minutes east of Türkbüku), overlooking Paradise Bay, sits the Mandarin Oriental, Bodrum, the Turkish Riviera’s most polished, family-friendly resort. With sweeping vistas of the coast and the Aegean’s crystal-clear turquoise...
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Amanruya, whose name is derived from the Sanskrit and Turkish words meaning “peace” and “dream”, is a quintessential Aman property – romantic and quiet.
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Those wanting to relax with buckets of rosé and rub shoulders with beautiful American and British celebrities, Saudi petroleum heirs and a new class of young Russian businessmen, should look no further than sexy and sleek Macakizi.
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The Marmara’s location atop a hill overlooking the town of Bodrum affords it great views and a sense of tranquility a short drive from the busy marina.
Where To Eat
What To See & Do
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Bodrum Nightlife
For action at night, head to Yalikavak on the northwestern coast of the peninsula, where the Billionaire Club is located, or to GölTürkbüku in the North where the day party at Maçakizi moves over to nearby club Ship’s Ahoy. The...
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Mausoleum of Halicarnassus
Travelers come to Bodrum for the sun and sea, not the history. That said, if you’re just a couple of blocks from the remains of one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, it might be worth a stop....
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Ephesus
Ephesus is not an easy day trip from Istanbul, but for those eager to see the well-preserved Temple of Artemis, one of the ancient world’s seven wonders, the journey is worth the effort. Leave on an early-morning flight to Izmir,...
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Sailing
These days, the best way to experience the Bodrum peninsula is on the water, and a day or more on the Aegean sea shouldn’t be missed. Arrange a day or overnight “blue voyage” on a traditional Anatolian wooden gulet.
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