Ordinary Turkish vacation.

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As an epigraph, we could talk about: < why do we never go on vacation in the summer ? ». There are many factors and they should not be voiced ( main - because the rest ride ), because they are known to all. That is why a trip in early September was considered the most rational option, especially when it turned out that the money would not be enough for Odessa, but even for Turkey. We did not take into account only one thing - one of the biggest holidays in Turkey during this period: Eid al-Adha in 2017 began on the evening of 31.08. 2017 and lasted until Monday 04.09. 2017. But everything turned out not as scary as we were worried, because we have fulfilled the plan of activities for the trip - the report is attached. It may not be an exotic country, but I'm happy to embark on the trip again, compiling this report.

31.08. In 2017 we left for Kyiv (Zhulyany) after work. I was in a strange state (I must have had a drink to relieve stress from the new boss), but somehow it didn't work out.

Arriving at the train station, they decided to take a taxi to Zhulyany airport. But we were "engaged" by the bomb, offering a price of 80 UAH. A very strange man is mad at Vysotsky. And although I appreciate the great bard, but as a musical background for the holiday he, well, as it does not fit, as the whole car reminds of him. The strange condition intensified, and I really wanted to somehow relieve stress. Frightened by the horror stories about the virus, we took a bottle of bourbon with us, but it was not available securely packed in luggage (as usual, we packed our two handbags at home, using bags and bright tape). Hope for the airport was weak, and looking at the prices of barbecues and cafes - melted ...we go in full consciousness.

The last day of summer had to be endured. I sang for cheerfulness: “I know for sure the impossible is possible! and tried not to dance.

Departure was scheduled for one o'clock in the morning, and soon after arriving at the airport we went to check in and board.

Last time I had a bad memory of Zhulyany (a drinking company helps to relieve stress, but does not help memory). I remember that it was cozy and did not drive. Now the "shmon" was in full swing. Now I can definitely say that I am worthy of the "domes" on my back, because I felt all the humiliation of the search as an experienced "prisoner" on himself. Yes, I "rang"… but, in the beginning I was deprived of unquestioned water 0.75 «. Or rather, I finished drinking, because there were no prejudices against the empty bottle, but the second one was taken away…. Together with a half-empty bottle of "after tanning" (forgot to put in luggage and grabbed in hand luggage - goodbye! ). And then a search - and more thoroughly than in Egypt (probably, I aroused suspicion of his condition… still needed a glass on the track ...

)… Zone, zone… who invented you at airports… The pleasure of the trip began to disappear before you appeared….

I wanted to drink more and more, but in vain ...5 euros for a beaker seemed expensive to me ...And September 1 is always a day of stress. And when we realized that instead of a Boeing we were flying an old McDonald-Douglas 80 ...uh ...a noisy old "bat". Although there are a number of seats for 2 people, which is very pleasing. But it was very noisy, and the flight attendants transferred us closer to the center (the plane was not completely filled). We were treated to cupcakes and chocolate, as well as drinks (non-alcoholic нда……) and everything somehow "settled down"… vacation began…

DAY ONE - "We do not go to school" (September 1.2017).

The first sunrise on the White Sea

The night flight was not remembered for anything (listening to an audiobook and sleeping), and Turkey was greeted by the magnificent airport of Antalya and the "Trojan" horse at the exit to the city.

"I know for sure the impossible is possible ... ". The holiday has begun!

We were quickly scattered by buses (as well without filling out visas) and taken to hotels announcing the trip. The desire to drink finally disappeared as soon as I saw the familiar places - mountains, houses, tunnels, Turtle (Myshyn) Island. Joy began to fill the soul - I managed to come back a second time and try to make sense of Turkey. We have grown up since 2006 and maybe that's why we decided to visit places where we have been.

Since there was only enough money for 3 stars, we decided to go to the hotel where we were for the first time, to "surprise" again and check the feeling again.

Imeros - new cottages

We arrived in Imeros at 4 am and saw that some changes were taking place.

But after listening to the arguments of other "settlers" with the next, who can not be convinced that the rules are occupied at 14-00 and that the hotel is occupied by 102%, went to meet the dawn on the beach (of course, leaving passports, filling out questionnaires and seeing what has changed in the area ).

Imeros Beach

Imeros beach is located between the beaches of the two fives (why pay more? ) and go to it, too, you need to walk down the aisle between hotels for literally 3-5 minutes. The beach is definitely spoiled (but not worse than the beach in Batumi or Gonio) - a lot of stones. The pontoon has become short and it is no longer possible to enter the water directly from the shore. The beach (its rocky) is not watched at all, so it is better if you have bathing shoes (many bought it at local markets). No infrastructure, except for a corner for changing.

But the sea water was extremely warm and pleasant.

My impressions from last time were confirmed: in Turkey the best water for me… I entered this water twice and it is wonderful, pleasant and wonderful!

Beautiful water - warm and salty!

In general, we decided to return to the hotel, where all the newcomers have already been treated to coffee (no trifles as in the top five you ate or drank). They took swimsuits (changed clothes in the toilet on the territory) and rushed to swim. After swimming and admiring the "white sea" and the mountains in the dawn haze, we thought that we could go to breakfast, if it is from 7 am. We were kindly invited and fed (before settling in! ) - Breakfast did not change much, but it was complete.

We got tired and we decided to take a nap in the lobby and poviyfayfitsya (fi-fi here is not strong, I will say I managed to go to the tourist not immediately, but on Facebook in a few days - he did not give a pass, demanded to know my friends - gigigi… "Who these people have no idea .... ", In short, tormented, until he offered to guess my breath). In general, we were tired (I had a great time on the couch covered with my towel - always take in hand luggage: ways to use towels by tourists are different).

Reception where everyone wifes

By 10 am the rooms started to be vacated, and in general - by 11 am we were already settled (with a view of the beautiful Taurus Mountain, as I wanted) on the 2nd floor. Maybe the photos shown to the manager from our previous visit played a role, or maybe we were at the reception when people were leaving, but we drove in without stress.

The screamers (as we will call them later) spent this time at sea and came to the hotel before 14-00, so for a few more days they were outraged by the numbers they got, but never left them. Well, what can I say here - priorities and karma are important in travel (and especially when settling).

Number is standard, everything is worthy

So, what we planned for this vacation. 1. Of course a beach holiday. 2. And eat Turkish ice cream (dondurma). According to tourists, it is either in Antalya or Kemer, so you should look for:

https://www.turpravda.com/tr/kemer/blog-225267.html

And point 3 - go on your own to some interesting place if you get bored or burn out.

The end of the first day was spent in worries related to accommodation in the room (my spent vacation capsule still took up some space : )), swimming (until 10 am very hot), rest from the road and preparation for a meeting with a guide.

ДЕНДРУГИЙ– «Шопингтур» (02.09. 2017).

Всталираненько, зустрілисвітаноккупаючись. Пройшлисятериторіямисусідніхп'ятірокіотримализадоволеннявідантуражу. Тамусігуляють–спортивнаходьбанавітьпопулярнішазабіг. Деякихнашихтуристівнепускають, алемиуспішнозранкуранішепроходили«фейс-контроль»інасолоджувалисякраєвидами. «Кристалл»звичайнап'ятірка, проте, «Нірвана»–цевжекрутіше(чудовіпляжніспоруди, садитакотеджітішилиоко).

By 10:00 we were already waiting for our driver.

Shouts were needed trinkets (fur coats, jackets, boots and shoes.

But, in the end, they came to the shoe hall… and she broke down.

Until I translated the hryvnia, it seemed very little, if I translated it, it was too late. money, because leather and approached. And he knows that I'm not standard and I'm not lucky with shoes.

And at the same time we exchange "big" bills (the delivery was actually given to us in small dollars, which was convenient, but the lira was not).

In general - the only person from our community of shopaholics who bought something in this "shopotura" - was me, who was not going to go shopping.

Then we went to a textile center (terrible junk) and everyone got tired and gave up further visits to the "gold". And here I started to implement the plan - I asked the driver to stop somewhere near the "Turkish ice cream". He didn't understand - but it's all around ...like dirt. I began to shake hands and say - "Turkish ice cream" and dondurma (well, maybe dosturma and dolma… forgot)… He still understood and promised. I was happy not to take into account that the big holidays and all the cafes on the way were closed ...So we in Antalya could not taste the dondurma, although we visited many charming cafes.

And in the evening on a walk in the sole of new sandals climbed a nail.

DAY THREE - preparatory and relaxing (03.09. 2017).

I should not surprise you by saying that we met again in the morning in the sea, enjoying the beautiful water and scenery.

I was lucky enough to swim with a mask (but I took the flippers in vain - it's not convenient to go in, and the water holds so well that they are not needed). This is not Egypt, I'll tell you, but there were old fishing friends: mullets of all ages, telosures, Klunzinger's thalamus, crabs, sea anemones and more. We walked to Nirvana (I prefer to sunbathe on the go), it is a pity that there are no games on the beach. And met a couple who were also going to go somewhere. We decided to wait until the end of the holidays, so as not to "get", and prepare for the trip - to exchange local money. And it turned out to be difficult. All the locals said - "Why? Everything can be bought for dollars. But we had to pay for the entrance to the monument!

Preparing for the trip, of course, read the reviews on Turpravda and mostly "The best review + prices for everything" here:

https://www.turpravda.com/tr/kemer/blog-225267.html

We were warned that the exchanger at the airport was bad.

Could not check - it was closed at 3 am. And in our village Beldibi (Tur. Beldibi ) except for various ATMs, no exchangers were seen. The hotel hung a board with the exchange rate, but did not change - there was no Turkish money.

Since we were walking every night to shake up dinner, we decided to whisper a bit to give us a pound. They whispered - they bought Turkish delight and olive oil, but received the delivery in dollars (there was no other money in the cash register).

Why such an obsession with sharing? And we were warned that the place where we gathered tickets, are in lira and without options. But since I was reading all the information on Turpravda at the last minute, something switched me (and the stress of work was terrible), I confused the prices.

So we decided to exchange 10 dollars and take the rest with us.

https://www.turpravda.com/places/tr/kemer/Gorod_i_buhta_Faselis -s31 / r259022.html

New friends convinced us that the exchange could be carried out without any problems in Kemer (and it really is), but we did not look for easy ways - we wanted to explore our village to unsubscribe about its infrastructure.

We decided to put the hotel owner's son. Sergat did not believe for a long time that tickets to the reserves could not be bought for dollars, but he realized that it was easier to help "regular" customers than to explain. And since the hotel was really full, some "newcomers" were taken to other hotels (Sergat's family is full of 2-3 star hotels in Beldibi) and captured us. Absolutely free of charge we rode Beldibi (it turns out the village is big) and helped to change money in the souvenir shop relatives. And, in addition, it turned out: there is Ataturk Park with beaches and there is a dondurma! No need to go to Antalya or Kemer - everything is here.

For a dollar bath two balls!

But the rehearsal failed again, because it was 2 o'clock in the afternoon and the heat, and all the fun - in the evening! We did not regret that in the evening we went for a 40-minute walk (one way) to the right place and finally the 2nd point of the plan came true!

Finally try ice cream! Yummy!

Great show and great taste - try it for everyone!

In addition, Ataturk Park was explored in the dark. Here is a well-equipped city beach with showers, bathrooms and cafes. The photos were taken in the dark, but believe me - a place worthy of a beach holiday! The beach is better than in some threes (for example, in the cemetery).

DAY FOUR - beach vacation (04.09. 2017). We dedicated it to swimming in the sea and sunbathing, and the rest to the bazaar. The screamers finally stumbled cheaply and were almost even happy (talking about the purchase).

They arrived at the market on a dolmus, and back in the heat and shopping they were already walking (masochism, or greed). Market days are something special in Turkey - you have to find out because there are "moving markets". And the market that we had in Beldibi on Monday was all day in Kemer on Tuesday. As it turned out, we did not miss anything.

DAY FIVE - THE BEST DAY IN THE WORLD! (05/05/2017)

Maybe I'm exaggerating, but we haven't had such a day for a long time - it embodied everything we needed, was interesting and rich. At least from a woman's point of view. In the morning, of course, dawn bathing (as it pleases after Egypt - everything is quiet and fabulous, swim at least around the clock in warm water).

Then breakfast and on the road.

Honestly, we were afraid to ride on their "dolmus", and saw stops in Beldiba (very far from our hotel).

And our friends were already quite experienced in this matter, so the first time was not scary, and we appreciated the response (thanks to the author for the details in the description of this aspect):

https://www.turpravda.com/tr/blog-239452.html

Really "dolmus" are slowed down anywhere and we got in without leaving the hotel. In fact, hanging over the driver's seat "information" in some places (in all necessary currencies). It is convenient to pay at the exit! You can pay by mixing currencies (our men played trying to invent, because the dollar is a little more expensive than the lira, and the lira - a deficit). Travel for $ 1.5 per person from Beldibi to Kemer.

Stop

The bus was comfortable, the driver understands (constantly announces stops), but seating - not enough! We didn't take into account that there was a market in Kemer on Tuesday and everyone went shopping.

The worst were the geynuks (tourists from the village of Gö ynü k) - they were so crowded that it was just awful!

But we already had time to sit down and relax until the final in Kemer. The route to the "dolmus" is usually tricky, but, apparently, designed to cover as many hotels as possible and drivers do not consider it shameful to brake every couple of meters.

Enjoyed the trip, seeing the beauties and attractions, and finally got to Kemer.

Kemer - clock tower where buses

We really liked Kemer and we were happy to walk its streets. A new friend suggested "not for long" to enter the market, since we are here. And we agreed.

Well, not to describe the eastern bazaar (very picturesque), I add a photo with prices.

Souvenirs

While our friends went about their business and shopping, we slowly walked around the benches.

Bought peaches (sweetest). It cost 2 dollars per kg. I could not keep silent and asked: At least a couple of Turkish lira?

»And received in return a tirade in Turkish… and eventually a price of 3.00 lira per kg. Then drank 2 cups of orange juice for $ 1.

Drinks and fresh juices

That's why we were treated to mango tea for free, which was very nice in such heat.

Spices and teas

Everyone is so friendly, they speak Russian so well, they joke, everything is so interesting that I can recommend visiting this market - there is everything!

Our friends bought very well and with full bags we went to Phaselis.

Ordinary fool

The final bus stop near the clock tower. It is necessary to sit down not from that stop that under a tower (final) - and, across from the road.

Here routes both in the direction of Antalya (to Goinyuk and Beldibi) and in the direction - Kekov (ie where it is necessary). The bus actually takes you to the reserve's box office ($ 1.5).

Therefore, to follow the advice of Irene48 to walk in the mountains for free, it is difficult (you need to get somewhere earlier on the track). And we were taken to the box office.

Road to the reserve

And here it turned out that we began to spend lira before paying for tickets - 20 lira from the nose! And the two of us, therefore, 40! And we have thirty! It's good that we were rescued by new friends (they changed in Kemer) and we paid with them in dollars. And they were very scared. So I don't know if it's true that the box office doesn't pay in dollars, but the sign was only with Turkish prices.

Prices are quite reasonable, as they support the infrastructure - there are toilets and showers, as well as picnic benches.

Talk about Phaselis - not enough words (this is not Chimera - see "Eagle and Tail").

This is a great place - a mix of history and beautiful bays for swimming. You can dedicate a day to this place and it will be wonderful.

Beautiful ruins

It's so beautiful that you have to see it for yourself, and I'm adding my photos.

Прекрасни бухти

Happiness from this place I had no limits - we swam in 3 different bays (sand is different everywhere), set up on antiques and "made" a picnic. Our new friends turned out to be great guys - in addition to the invaluable properties of dynamic "pioneers", they also grabbed breakfast snacks (and we blunted) and a bottle of "moonshine" - so much so that it became very cool. The picnic went perfectly, the jokes became more fun, and what I saw became more beautiful!

Главна вулиця

We spent all the hottest time in the beautiful water, among the pine forest and picturesque ruins. I really did not want to go, because the charms of independent travel is what you need to touch the country.

Swimming here is great!

We walked happily and a little scorched (several hours in the water) through the pine forest, thinking - what about transport?

Everyone should spend the day here

Probably have to go to the track… And then we heard a call from the box office - the driver saw us and began to signal that the bus is leaving! We rushed, waving balls of junk and shopping and wish it was taken off for youtube (the spectacle was fun). Instead, the problem was resolved - we boarded an almost empty bus and drove to Kemer like kings, happy and cheerful.

In Kemer, a new friend suggested "not for long" to visit the shops and we, of course, agreed (especially since it is near the dolmus stops)!

Shops not far from the clock tower

I wanted to visit Waikiki (which I was afraid to admit to my husband) on the pretext of comparing him to what we have.

But I liked the De facto store even more. Scarce white T-shirts with and without inscriptions (without cats, sponges, owls, skulls and other garbage) were 15-16 lire! I bought 3! And happiness has become so unbearable! I seem to appreciate shopping in Turkey: ): ). Then we visited a grocery store and bought more there. I chose pomegranate sauce for lunch and dinner at the hotel and here we bought it (a bottle of 3 lira).

In general - returned home the same way: on the dolmus, telling the driver that we need "Imeros". And everything was simple and easy, and even had time for dinner.

Everything turned out as it should and you can dream of such days in the future!

This day was remembered for its diversity and richness of impressions, it was really wonderful!

DAY SIX - Storm (06.09. 2017)

Шторм

Attempts to enter the water even from the beach of the five were unsuccessful (there are also stones).

Crystal took away the pontoon, here - tore off and dangled in vain. The waves were decent.

The beach became unusually rocky, the water receded, two umbrellas fell.

Another umbrella has fallen

Removed flags.

Well, in general - dedicated the day to the pool and sleep.

In the evening we walked to Beldibi, looked at which hotels have which beaches and rented a mosque.

DAY SEVEN - Kemer (September 7.2017)

Such a storm did not guess. After cutting my leg in 3 places and sipping water, I realized that the beach day is spoiled and something needs to be done (the pool is crowded).

We decided to go to Kemer and explore it in more detail. Dolmush is no longer scary for us, there is no money for shopping, but there are eyes and feet and we can explore this picturesque town to live there next time.

Знову башта

Conclusion. Really very nice town, but to go to the beach for a long time and through the center.

We walked randomly (several ways), although it could be easier and more picturesque. Where there was a market - there is a park and beaches nearby, we just did not notice on Tuesday. But, in our village the beach is closer, although it is almost impossible to walk "beautifully". So here are some tastes and wishes for the holiday.

Everything is picturesque in the morning

In Kemer, walking places and streets are beautiful and cozy. Full of interesting shops and cafes. Around all sorts of curiosities that are nice to remember.

The beaches are good and what's most annoying - there was no storm!

And we did not take swimsuits.

Marina Beach

Beautiful beach near the yacht club

Kemer ate with pleasure, sat in the park and ate another portion of dondurma for 1 dollar 2 balls (means wishes made in one of the tunnels come true, and even with bonuses! : ).

ice cream

And returned to dinner.

By 4 pm the storm subsided and we were shopping, so the day went according to the full program, although without a plan.

DAY EIGHT - farewell (08.09. 2017).

It turned out that we were taken away at 9 am! Eh… but, you have to dive! And we managed to say goodbye to the beautiful dawn sea, then get together and hand over the room for breakfast. We were picked up on time (on the way, of course, arrival at the delight, but we did not even leave). The airport was pleased with the speed of inspections and departures (no one pawed, but the man flirted with the Turks).

Dutyki did not please us with anything (there was still no money).

Antalya Airport

Want to try - whether the information about the tax refund is correct. According to the received prospectus, you only need to submit passports, invoices and submit an application before registering at the TAX FREE counter.

Shopping

Well, it seems simple, we saved the bills from the shops, but it wasn't there. The official said that they were not suitable (they were all different) or that they needed to be filled in differently. Showed some "notebooks"… Well, it didn't work out and we didn't understand why. If someone could explain to me what was going on, it would be very instructive.

But pleased with the design - gave the seats on the plane (all the same noisy "bat"), which we asked for.

We said goodbye to hospitable and sunny Turkey and went home - it was partly cloudy in the porthole….

oh ...flew ....

П. S. We paid more for the trip than the screamers and new friends, although they had longer. As smart people said - "if you have never been deceived, then you are not a tourist" : ). We finished our bourbon and were healthy and happy all holiday. My sandals have already been repaired at my place of residence for UAH 20. and 10 minutes , But I have not had time to disgrace them yet ... .

Translated automatically from Ukrainian. View original