Guide5 min read
Antalya Airport vs Gazipaşa: Which to Fly Into for Alanya?
Two airports, very different transfer times. We break down which one makes more sense depending on your origin, airline, and budget.
Travel Tips & Local Guides
Practical advice from someone who drives this region every day — airports, transfers, and the best of Alanya.
Travel4 min read
First Day in Alanya: 5 Things to Do After Check-In
Just arrived? Here's how to spend your first evening without wasting time on logistics.
History7 min read
Alanya Castle: 800 Years of Seljuk History on the Mediterranean
The castle that has watched over Alanya since 1226. A complete guide to its history, what to see inside, and how to visit.
Adventure5 min read
Köprülü Canyon Rafting: Antalya's Best White-Water Adventure
14 km of rapids through a national park canyon — one of Turkey's most popular outdoor adventures, easy to reach from Alanya.
Nature5 min read
Green Canyon Boat Tour: A Hidden Lake in the Mountains
Emerald water surrounded by pine-covered mountains — the Green Canyon boat tour is one of the most scenic day trips from Alanya.
Nature4 min read
Dim Çayı: Alanya's Riverside Escape in the Mountains
Cold river water, trout restaurants with tables over the stream, and mountain views — all 15 minutes from central Alanya.
History6 min read
A Brief History of Alanya: From Pirates to the Seljuks
Alanya has been fought over for millennia — from Cilician pirates and Roman generals to Seljuk sultans and Ottoman pashas.
History5 min read
Side Ancient City: Ruins by the Sea
A 3,500-year-old port city where Roman temples stand metres from the Mediterranean — one of Turkey's most atmospheric sites.
History5 min read
Aspendos Theatre: The Best-Preserved Roman Theatre in the World
Built in 155 AD and still hosting performances — a 15,000-seat theatre that has barely changed in 1,900 years.
History5 min read
Perge Ancient City: Roman Ruins Near Antalya
A 3,000-year-old city where Alexander the Great walked and Apostle Paul preached — just 19 km from Antalya Airport.
Guide6 min read
Side Travel Guide: Ancient Ruins, Beach, and Bazaar
A practical guide to Side — what to see, where to eat, and how to get around this unique ancient city turned resort town.
Nature4 min read
Manavgat Waterfall: A Riverside Oasis Near Side
Not the tallest waterfall, but one of the most scenic river settings on the coast — picnic restaurants, fresh fish, and turquoise water.
Guide5 min read
Antalya Kaleiçi: The Old Town Behind the Walls
Roman gates, Ottoman houses, a clifftop marina, and the best museum on the coast — Kaleiçi is a full day well spent.
Beach4 min read
Cleopatra Beach: Why Alanya's Most Famous Beach Lives Up to the Hype
Blue Flag sand that doesn't stick, crystal-clear water, and a castle backdrop — Cleopatra Beach draws 2 million visitors a year.
Beach5 min read
The Best Beaches in Alanya: A Complete Guide
From the famous Cleopatra Beach to quiet coves past the harbour — here are the beaches worth knowing about in Alanya.
Nature4 min read
Dim Cave: An Underground World 12 km from Alanya
A million-year-old cave with four halls, an underground lake, and stalactites that took millennia to form.
Nature4 min read
Damlataş Cave: The First Tourist Cave in Turkey
Discovered by accident in 1948, this small cave's microclimate has been used for asthma therapy for over 70 years.
Nature4 min read
Phosphorus Cave: The Glowing Blue Grotto of Alanya
Accessible only by boat, this sea cave glows with an unearthly blue light when sunlight filters through the water.
Guide5 min read
Getting Around Alanya: Buses, Dolmuş, Taxis & Transfers
Everything you need to know about public transport, taxis, and transfers in and around Alanya.
Guide5 min read
Best Time to Visit Alanya: A Season-by-Season Guide
Beach season runs May to October, but Alanya has something to offer year-round. Here's what to expect each month.
Guide5 min read
Alanya Weather: What to Expect Month by Month
Temperature, rainfall, sea temperature, and sunshine hours — a practical weather reference for planning your trip.