5 secluded beaches only reachable by boat

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.

5 tips for taking perfect holiday photos

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 …

Endangered marine life to look for off the coast of Turkey

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 …

How to prevent seasickness on a small boat

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.

How the loggerhead turtle saved Dalyan

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 …

Recreate the food of Turkey at home

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 …

5 historic sites to see in Turkey by sea

All Salamander charters begin from Bodrum, giving our guests an amazing selection of historic sites to see on the south coast of Turkey and around the Aegean Sea. In this post we’ve put together a list of 5 top historical sites to see along the coast of Turkey.

5 ways to de-stress on a gulet holiday

Gulet charters are ideal if you are feeling stressed about work, a week or two spent on a traditional sailing boat is the perfect tonic for recharging your batteries. Stay aboard a gulet for a few days and nights and there are countless ways to unwind, some of which are mentioned in this latest blog …

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