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 you can understand them and become involved within them, should you wish to. As with the Christian festival of Easter, the dates of these Muslim festivals change annually so it is necessary to check before you visit any Muslim country.
Month: August 2015
A short guide to Turkish culture
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 established in some countries which could lead to imprisonment. As a Muslim country Turkey does adopt cultural differences to those familiar to most Britons. We have compiled a few tips to help you get by, socially and culturally, within Turkey.
5 things to do in Dalyan
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…
How to avoid heatstroke
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 a significant risk for everybody who is careless regarding sun exposure. Heatstroke may begin as heat exhaustion, the body’s inability to cool down. If it progresses to heat stroke your organs will begin to shut down and may cause brain damage or death.
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 come. And looking back at your holiday pictures when you get home makes the disappointment that it’s all over that little bit more bearable.
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 eyes peeled you may even be lucky enough to spot one of Turkey’s rarest inhabitants.
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 for Dalyan though.
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 is fresh and above all flavoursome. While the food isn’t spicy in terms of heat it is meticulously well spiced. Like other Mediterranean food and Middle Eastern cuisine olives feature heavily.
