Beautiful European seaside city named 'Dubai dupe' but with cheap £87 flights
This small seaside hospot is perfect for those who want to jet away but keep the costs down - and it's based right on the picturesque coast, perfect for catching some sunrays
If you are dreaming of a summer holiday but don't want to fork out thousands, this gorgeous European city might be your answer. With summer in full swing, you may be thinking about jetting off, and now this Turkish city has been labelled as a 'Dubai dupe'.
With flights to Antalya for a five day trip costing around £640, it's much more convenient than the same trip to Dubai costing a huge £896. The sunny spot is located on Turkey's picturesque Turquoise Coast, and is the largest city on Turkey's western Mediterranean coastline, which is both classically beautiful and stylishly modern.
Spanning across West Asia and Southeast Europe, Turkey (Türkiye) boasts a balmy climate, sugar-like sand, cobalt waters, and acclaimed water parks - making it a great seaside resort for tourists.
Travel site Lonely Plant said Antalya is "very much a destination in it's own right and said: "The old city wraps around a splendid Roman-era harbour with clifftop views of hazy-blue mountain silhouettes that are worth raising a toast to. Just outside of the central city are two beaches and one of Turkey's finest museums."
One of the most popular and best-rated attractions on Tripadvisor is Kaleci, its seafront historic district that dates back to the Roman era. Lonely Planet said it "offers atmospheric accommodation in the finely restored Ottoman houses on its winding lanes." And within its windy streets, visitors will come across Hadrian's Gate, the city's clock tower and the Tekeli Mehmet Pasa Cami, an Ottoman-era mosque.
But aside from the attractions, what makes Antalya so special are the beautiful beaches, and tourists can explore the best of the Turquoise Coast's spectacular views.
Konyaalti Beach is the region's best-rated on Tripadvisor, where holidamakes can enjoy crystal-clear water and gorgeous views of the mountains. Whle another popular area on the Turquoise Coast is Lara Beach, which is renowned for its golden sand and stretches for 8km long.
It's an easy destination to get to, with Jet2, British Airways, easyJet, Pegasus and TUI all offering direct flights from the UK to Antalya and the duration is around four and a half hours long. If you're a true savvy bargain hunter you can get the flights for anywhere between £70-£90.
There is also another spot in Turkey that is quickly becoming a bucket list hotspot four tourists. Goreme, a small town with just over 2,000 residents, is located in the Cappadocia region of central Turkey. It's close to other notable cities like Nevsehir, Urgup, and Avanos. Despite its modest population, Goreme attracts over a million visitors annually, making it a popular destination for those seeking something different.
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