Month: August 2015

As a Muslim country, Turkey celebrates many traditional, annual Muslim festivals. As a tourist, it can be exciting to celebrate these festivals alongside the locals however it is important that you understand the religious reasoning behind each festival so as to avoid offense. We have compiled a simple guide to the biggest Turkish festivals so …

When visiting a foreign country it is important to consider their cultures and traditions. It can be possible to offend people, and even get arrested, if the correct social expectations are not practiced. Of course, there will be a bit of leeway with tourists when it comes to social niceties, but there are unfamiliar laws …

Dalyan is a small town which sits on the banks of the Dalyan River, located between Marmaris and Fethiye on the south-west coast of Turkey. It may be a small town but it is packed with great things to see and do…

Turkey is a popular destination for holiday makers for many reasons, its hot summers being one of them. However we do caution guests who aren’t used to Turkey’s heat to be wary of the dangers of heat stroke. Heatstroke is most likely to strike young children and people of more mature age but it is …

Holiday on a boat has some distinct advantages, not least that you’ll see Turkey at its most beautiful viewed from the sea. Today we’re letting you in on our most secret and secluded beaches, many of which can only be accessed by boat. Read on to discover the paradise beaches of Turkey’s Turquoise coast.

I’m sure everyone will agree that holidays go by far too fast, before you know it your back at home on the sofa and it’s like you’ve never been away. Taking photographs whilst on your travels can help the location and the memories from your trip remain vivid in your mind for many years to …

When you set sail with Salamander Voyages you can expect to be surrounded by breath taking landscapes and an incredible array of Turkish flora and fauna. Spending a lot of time out on the open sea means you’ll find yourself surrounded by colourful and exciting Mediterranean marine life. If you’re very quiet and keep your …

Don’t let seasickness ruin your chances of a blissful holiday at sea. If you suffer from seasickness easily or you’re nervous about the effect of an extended stay at then follow our tips to avoid that queasy feeling.

Image source: Wiki Commons Dalyan, a small town 30 minutes drive from Dalaman, is world famous as a mating site for Caretta Caretta loggerhead turtles. It stands out from the many other resorts on Turquoise coast for its lack of high rise hotels and its quieter pace of life. Things could have been quite different …

Aboard the gulet Salamander all your meals are catered for except 2 dinners on shore per week, giving you the chance to sample the local cuisine. Lots of our guests ask us for the recipe of a favourite dish at the end of their holiday because they’ve fallen in love with Turkish flavours. Turkish food …