Calis Beach and Fethiye Turkey Discussion Forum

Introduce Yourself => New Member Introductions => Topic started by: forestfan on August 08, 2007, 09:57:30 AM

Title: First time in Turkey
Post by: forestfan on August 08, 2007, 09:57:30 AM
Hello
We are going to Calis in less than 4 weeks and have never been to Turkey before.
Just wondered if anyone can give us any useful info regarding the area?
Thanks :-\
Title: First time in Turkey
Post by: cef on August 08, 2007, 10:10:45 AM
Hi forestfan, welcome to the forum.  there's tons of good useful info on here, have a browse through, if you have a particular question, just ask, someone will know, or find the answer.

Hope you enjoy your maiden trip to Turkey, careful... it is Addictive  :)
Title: First time in Turkey
Post by: mavisim on August 08, 2007, 10:11:46 AM
Hi forestfan, welcome to the forum!

I remember my first time in Turkey - there's just so much to see and do and not enough time. Many helpful people will be glad to help with your questions and there's a wealth of info you will find by just browsing through sections of the forum. Have a great time and don't be afraid to ask any questions.
Title: First time in Turkey
Post by: sannyrut on August 08, 2007, 10:38:59 AM
Hello and welcome to the forum.I am certain you will enjoy Turkiye and Calis.Members will be pleased to help out with your enquiries and mavism and cef are correct,the forum has lots of advice and comments from the experiences of members :)
Title: First time in Turkey
Post by: number2 on August 08, 2007, 10:45:42 AM
Hi forestfan, welcome to the forum, my first 2 times to Turkey were in Kusadasi, then Icmeler, Bitez, then Ovacik, before i found a place i wanted to be, CALIS, as cef says it's addictive, and you can't help enjoying yourself, but watch yourself,it can be very expensive, cos you finish up buying a place to live, lol. Alan
Title: First time in Turkey
Post by: glennat on August 08, 2007, 10:53:53 AM
Hi Forestfan,

If you are able (and have never done it before) then you must go scuba diving whilst there.  There are many diving centres, but the one I've used is "European Diving Centre".  Look them up on the net and book your day out before you leave blighty.  It'll be cheaper then arranging through some agency or your holiday rep.
Go to an open Market - and HAGGLE!
If you're a fella, then don't get your hair cut before you go and don't shave.  Once you have checked in - go to the barbers for the full hair cut, shave and ear-hair burning experience!
Take the Dolmus whenever possible.
Go to the Fish Market - pick a fish and take a seat whilst it is cooked and served.
Change your currency in Fethiye - not England.  Go to a bank for the better rates.
Take Marmite.  Mozzies tend not to eat you if you have eaten it!
Go to the mud baths.
Have a turkish bath (there's a good one right in Calis)
Zebra-crossings are an optical illusion...you may see them, but the motorists don't!
Trust the locals.  If they make a recommendation - go with it.
Explore the bars/restaraunts which are off the beaten track.....try to hunt them down.  Not only are the prices even lower then Calis, but you will be welcomed just as warmly.

That'll get you going I think.

Glen
Title: First time in Turkey
Post by: tribalelder on August 08, 2007, 11:14:08 AM
Hi and a very warm welcome to the Forum.  We liked it so much we decided to make it our home....with no regrets. :)
Title: First time in Turkey
Post by: friar tuck on August 08, 2007, 11:32:24 AM
Welcome to the Forum forestfan you are not from the East Midlands are you, try Googleing Calis you will get loads of info about property sales also some info on the local area enjoy your holiday it's a wonderful country full of wonderful people and the locals are OK too.
 :) 8)
Title: First time in Turkey
Post by: forestfan on August 08, 2007, 11:43:58 AM
Thank you very much for your help!!!
We both would love to dive so thanks for your recommendation.
Title: First time in Turkey
Post by: jwood on August 08, 2007, 11:46:40 AM
Hi Nina, I see you are from Nottingham, have you a season ticket for the coming season ?
Title: First time in Turkey
Post by: forestfan on August 08, 2007, 12:27:42 PM
No I haven't, can't afford the prices and have holidays unfortuneately!!!
Do get down there as often as I can though. Nervous about this season though if the pre-season matches are anything to go by???
Title: First time in Turkey
Post by: stoop on August 08, 2007, 12:52:09 PM
..and LUFC 2007 to play!

Welcome- I'm sure you will love Calis and Turkey. Also remember you need to pay £10 each for your visa. Don't get caught out at the airport without any UK money to pay for this! Oh - and when you do return home (sorry to mention that bit) make sure you have plenty of water for the airport and maybe some food. The prices there are way too expensive!

Stoop
Title: First time in Turkey
Post by: maria on August 08, 2007, 16:39:17 PM
Hi forestfan welcome to the forum. Used to be a big fan in the glory days but since movimg to Derbyshire have lost touch. Charlie who works in the Nil bar in Calis is also a Forest fan if you get chance nip in and say Hi. Where abouts in Nottingham do you live

maria x
Title: First time in Turkey
Post by: puma on August 08, 2007, 17:14:03 PM
hi welcome, see you have had some good advice so far,also if you go to the search you should find lots of info on there
Title: First time in Turkey
Post by: chas70 on August 08, 2007, 18:23:45 PM
Hello forestfan welcome to calis came to calis 10 years ago after visiting many resorts in turkey but as other members have said you get bitten by the calis bug we visit 3 times a year now hope you enjoy your stay don't miss the sunsets
Title: First time in Turkey
Post by: farry on August 08, 2007, 18:28:12 PM
Hi forestfan, I'm sure you will love Calis like the rest of us!  Don't forget to check out Yetkins photo album, and you will see what we all rave about!
Title: First time in Turkey
Post by: jacx on August 08, 2007, 19:06:39 PM
Hi Forestfan welcome to the forum. You will find it really helpful. I am sure you will fall in love with Turkey and Calis, and the people are just lovely. I have never met such warm and friendly people.
My other half Terry is a diver and that's one of the first things he signs up for when we go to Calis. Have a great holiday. :) :)