DESTINATIONS TURKEY | EUROPE


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Steer clients towards the private beaches and waterparks of these top resorts, advises Isobel Turner


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Botanik Platinum, Alanya Clients can kick back in style on Turkey’s Turquoise Coast at plush Botanik Platinum, an exclusive area within the five-star Botanik Hotel & Resort. Platinum guests have their own indoor pool, but they can also access the 10 outdoor pools at the resort, including an adult-only option that’s ideal for a more peaceful swim. A short wander down the tree-lined path brings guests to the hotel’s private beach, while, back inside, they can reset with an hour or two of pampering in the spa’s ‘Cleopatra milk bath’,


hammam or Jacuzzi. Book it: A week all-inclusive costs £1,231, including luggage, transfers and flights from Bristol on July 13. easyjet.com


Oludeniz Beach Resort by Z Hotels, Oludeniz Admire the views while soaking up the sun by one of three pools at Oludeniz Beach Resort, where the mountains meet the Mediterranean Sea. Clients can also enjoy a Turkish bath at the spa, sample a local tipple at the bar or venture farther afield to Oludeniz’s famous blue lagoon, where the shallow waters are perfect for paddling,


canoeing or searching for mussels. Book it: Based on two adults sharing, a week’s all-inclusive costs £889 per person, including luggage, transfers and flights from Birmingham on August 30. jet2holidays.com


Granada Luxury Belek, Belek Stylish Belek is perfect for those wanting both peaceful relaxation and high-energy fun. Among the glamorous hotels is Granada Luxury Belek, where two on-site aqua parks offer waterslides as well as poolside hammocks for chilled-out sunbathing. Guests can sample local cuisine at one of the eight restaurants, then choose from 16


bars, with disco, beach and sports options. Book it: Based on two adults and one child under four sharing, a week’s all-inclusive costs £1,399 per person, including luggage, transfers and flights from Manchester on July 1. jet2holidays.com


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Atlantique Holiday Club, KuȘadası Family fun awaits at Atlantique Holiday Club, on the Kuşadasi coast. Clients can soak up the sun poolside on sunbeds or cool off in one of two freshwater pools – one is adult-only, the other has a children’s section. They can also burn off some energy at Tortuga Pirate Island Aqua Park, to which Atlantique guests have free, unlimited access. Options include racing down the 14 waterslides or taking a dip in the pirate’s pool, while the evening


entertainment spans everything from bingo to karaoke. Book it: A week’s all-inclusive in a Standard Double Room with a pool or garden view costs £1,547 based on an August 2 arrival. atlantique.com.tr/en


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Delphin Imperial, Lara beach Nicknamed Turkey’s Las Vegas, Lara Beach is home to some of the country’s glitziest resorts – and Delphin Imperial is no exception. Set on a private beach, it boasts four pools, as well as its own waterpark, so guests are spoilt for choice. Little ones are taken care of with a kids’ club and playground, while adults can keep themselves


entertained in the spa and nightclub. Book it: Mercury Holidays offers a week’s all-inclusive for £1,819, including luggage, transfers and flights from Gatwick on July 1. mercuryholidays.co.uk


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