DESTINATIONS — TURKEY
Two’s company
Looking for a romantic bolthole? Turn your eyes to Turkey, says Karl Cushing
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for a romantic getaway. And since new resorts come along with the frequency of London buses – albeit rather more glamorous – it’s not hard to keep coupled-up clients content. Take Istanbul, which this year has gained properties ranging from the Istanbul Marriott Hotel Sisli to boutique charmer Vault Karakoy and the Raffles at the Zorlu Centre. Here’s a taster of what’s on offer
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around the country for couples looking for a little romance.
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CAPPADOCIA CAVE RESORT & SPA, UCHISAR Cappadocia’s historic
cave house conversions account for some of Turkey’s most iconic and quirky properties. While only a
wash with idyllic hotels, Turkey should be an easy sell
few of the rooms at this charmer are true cave conversions, they have character in spades. Aside from the excellent service there’s a solid spa offering and a pool with a view that will delight at sunrise when the sky heaves with hot-air balloons. No room? Other nearby gems include Argos in Cappadocia, Museum Hotel and Kale Konak. Book it: Cox & Kings has a three- night B&B stay from £995 until October 31, including flights with Turkish Airlines from Gatwick, Heathrow, Birmingham, Edinburgh or Manchester.
coxandkings.co.uk 020 7873 5000
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HOTEL UNIQUE, FETHIYE With its funky design touches, this recently
opened 19-room boutique property oozes class. Added wow factor comes from its dramatic, vertiginous setting as the property clings limpet-style to a craggy cliff in central Fethiye and its pool, sun terrace and balconies make the most of the stunning views. No room? Try sister properties Yacht Classic and Yacht Boutique, or another local gem such as Ece Saray. Book it:
Anatolian Sky Holidays offers a seven-night B&B stay in a double
standard room from
£765 including flights from Gatwick.
anatoliansky.co.uk 0844 273 3585
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ALAVYA, ALACATI With its quaint stone buildings, boutique hotels and high-end eateries
and shops, Alacati is awash with charm and romance. This little gem, added by Exclusive Escapes in April, is the sum of six renovated historic houses. Its 25 rooms sport unique looks care of interior designer Hazan Ezer, and from borrowing bicycles to spa treatments and room service, couples are very well-catered for. No room? Suggest another cosy Alacati boutique property such as Beyevi or Chigdem Hotel. Book it: Exclusive Escapes offers five nights’ B&B in a classic
18 September 2014 —
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FAST FACT The Maritim Pine
Beach, Belek, has a Pavilion Service offering couples’ cabanas with private butler service
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