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TURKEY: Best of the southwest Road trip along the country roads of southwest Turkey and experience luxury resorts, mountain wine tasting and epic natural wonders
Words: Elise Kerr
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urkey has so much more to offer than hot air balloon festivals and hammam spas (although both are worth checking out). The country is rich with natural beauty, friendly faces and hints of luxury nestled amongst wallet-friendly experiences. Bodrum is a four-and-a-half-hour plane ride from Dubai and flyDubai offers convenient holiday packages for those looking for a short break. Despite a turbulent summer, including vicious fires and a recuperating travel industry, the country remains resilient and ready to welcome tourists. But, as lovely as Bodrum is, there’s more to see than just the one city. What’s On recommends renting an affordable car (for roughly Dhs250 per day) and taking three or four days to explore more of what the local area has to offer... 72_What’s On
