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Santa Claus Beach, Turkey
Oludeniz, Turkey The unusual name of Santa Claus Beach is de-
The Oludeniz Resort Hotel is all-inclusive rived from its most notable (former) habitant –
and located on Belcekiz Beach, one of St. Nicholas. Surrounded by Roman ruins,
Turkey’s best. Unlike most beaches, Bel- Santa Claus Beach is gorgeous, remote, and
cekiz and its associated lagoon are national perfect for a day trip. If you would like to stay
protected sites, and the prohibition of de- for an extended time be willing to part with lux-
velopment in the area has left the lagoon a ury amenities, as the beach is in a fairly remote
natural oasis amidst the resorts in the area. region lacking many modern conveniences.
Belcekiz Beach itself is pretty, with a great The historical value of the surrounding area is
view out onto the Mediterranean and even why the beach is still so remote – the govern-
better sand, but the beach activities offered ment has prohibited most construction in the
are what make Belcekiz stand out. From area because of the extensiveness of the
paragliding to scuba diving, Belcekiz has Roman ruins. Santa Claus Beach is perfect for
every beach activity imaginable. those with a love of the water and archaeology.
Shangri La Al Jissah Resort &
O Cap Beach/pools, Puncho Beach, Amchit, Spa (Oman, beach and pool)
Lebanon Lebanon Just 15 minutes from Muscat, you can find
With a picturesque beach and an elegant in- Rocky beaches need love too, which is where your personal Shangri-La here. This luxurious re-
finity pool, O Cap has the best of both Puncho Beach comes in. Located near Byblos, sort allows only guests to access its beaches,
worlds. O Cap is very close to Beirut, which Puncho has a natural basin, which is great for but staying at the Shangri-La is worth it – there
makes it perfect for a brief visit or an ex- swimming. Besides this, Puncho provides some are three hotels within the resort to chose from,
tended stay at the resort. Unique to O Cap gorgeous views of the Mediterranean horizon; depending on what you want to get out of your
are the resort’s wooden walkways which the beach is also private, which helps keep the stay. Vacationers who stay at the resort’s Al Husn
project into the sea; instead of wading into crowds down. While Puncho lacks a Michelin-star Hotel have exclusive access to Al Husn beach,
the Mediterranean, visitors can simply dive restaurant nearby, there is great local fare where which provides butler and bar services. If butler
right in. Travelers to Lebanon looking for a you can experience ethnic Lebanese food. From service seems a little too extravagant, there is
fabulous beach getaway need look no fur- the tasty local cuisine to the great swimming also Turtle Beach, which is more secluded and
ther than O Cap. hole, Puncho is perfect for a brief escape. open to all guests of the resort.
Alagadi Beach, Cyprus
Cyprus is known for stunning beaches, and Alagadi is no ex-
ception. While Alagadi is not in an area with many luxury re-
sorts, the beach is still an escape destination – just be
prepared to ditch your cell phone. Located in Kyrenia, this
crescent-shaped beach is perfect for either swimming or
lounging, although loungers are missing out on the crystal
clear Mediterranean waters. The rustic town of Kyrenia is also
pretty, providing a window into the region’s rich history. In ad-
dition to the great natural scenery in the area, there is also
ample wildlife – the beach is a nesting ground for loggerhead
and green turtles, which is why Alagadi is colloquially known
as Turtle Beach.
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