Guides

Döner Delivery in Alanya — Fresh Döner to Your Hotel

Craving a proper döner on holiday in Alanya? You're in exactly the right place — döner ...

Sushi Delivery in Alanya — Rolls, Sets & Combos to Your Hotel

Craving sushi on holiday in Alanya? Good news: sushi is one of the easiest things to ge...

Buying Spices & Tea in Alanya: A Buyer's Guide

Few souvenirs beat spices and tea for value, authenticity and ease — they're cheap, lig...

Turkish Delight & Sweets in Alanya: What to Buy & Where

Turkish delight and sweets are the perfect Alanya souvenir — delicious, affordable, eas...

Grocery Shopping & Supermarkets in Alanya

Whether you're self-catering, topping up snacks and drinks, or just after some water an...

Buying Genuine Turkish Leather in Alanya: A Buyer's Guide

Turkish leather is one of the genuinely great-value buys in Alanya — Turkey is a major ...

Tax-Free Shopping & Taking Goods Home from Turkey

If you're planning some serious shopping in Alanya, two things are worth understanding ...

Shopping Malls in Alanya: Alanyum, Neva & More

When you want fixed prices, international brands and air-conditioned comfort — no haggl...

Haggling in Turkey: How to Bargain at the Bazaar

Haggling is part of the fun of shopping in Turkey — and if you've never done it, the ba...

Fake Goods & "Genuine Fakes" in Alanya: What to Know

Alanya is famous for its "genuine fakes" — the replica designer clothing, trainers, bag...

Alanya Market Days: Where & When (Türkler, Konaklı & More)

One of the best things you can do on an Alanya holiday is wander a weekly market — they...

What to Buy in Alanya: Souvenirs & the Best Buys

Coming to Alanya with an empty bit of suitcase to fill? Good plan. Alanya is brilliant ...

Shopping in Alanya: A UK Visitor's Guide

Shopping is one of the great pleasures of an Alanya holiday — and there's far more to i...

Best Hotels in Avsallar & İncekum: A UK Visitor's Guide

If a great sandy beach is your priority, Avsallar and İncekum are hard to beat — and th...

Best Hotels in Konaklı: A UK Visitor's Guide

Konaklı is a favourite for UK visitors who want a beach-resort holiday with a real town...

Best Hotels & Resorts in Türkler: A UK Visitor's Guide

Türkler is one of the most popular bases for a British holiday near Alanya — a calm, co...

The Eftalia Hotels in Türkler: A UK Visitor's Guide

If you're a UK holidaymaker heading to Alanya, there's a good chance you've come across...

How to Choose a Hotel in Alanya: A UK Visitor's Guide

With hundreds of hotels around Alanya, choosing can feel overwhelming — but it's straig...

Hotel, Apartment or Villa in Alanya: Which Suits You?

Beyond board type and atmosphere, there's the basic question of what kind of place to s...

Adults-Only vs Family Hotels in Alanya: Which to Choose?

One of the first choices when picking a hotel in Alanya is the atmosphere you want — an...

Board Types Explained: Room-Only, B&B, Half-Board & All-Inclusive

Booking a Turkey holiday, you'll meet a string of abbreviations — RO, B&B, HB, FB, ...

All-Inclusive vs Ultra All-Inclusive: What's the Difference?

Browsing Turkey holidays, you'll see both "all-inclusive" and "ultra all-inclusive" — a...

All-Inclusive in Turkey: What's Included & Is It Worth It?

All-inclusive is the default for many Turkey holidays — and for good reason — but "all-...

Practical Things to Know Before Visiting Alanya

A little local know-how makes any holiday smoother. You've sorted your entry requiremen...

Basic Turkish Phrases for Your Alanya Holiday

First, the reassuring bit: you don't need to speak any Turkish to enjoy Alanya. English...

What Plug Adapter Do I Need for Turkey?

Quick answer: you need a European two-pin travel adapter (Type C/F) for Turkey. Turkey ...

Staying Connected in Turkey: SIM, eSIM & Wifi

Staying online in Turkey is easy and cheap if you plan ahead — but there's one rule tha...

Entry Requirements for Alanya: What to Know Before You Fly

Good news: getting into Turkey as a UK visitor is refreshingly simple — no visa, no e-v...

Do UK Citizens Need a Visa for Turkey? (2026)

Short, clear answer: no — UK citizens do not need a visa for Turkey for a holiday. If y...

Vegetarian, Gluten-Free & Dietary Needs in Alanya

Travelling with dietary needs? Good news: Alanya is easier than many UK visitors expect...

Eating Out with Kids & Fussy Eaters in Alanya

Worried your little ones won't eat anything but chips on holiday? Relax — Alanya is bri...

Where to Eat in Türkler, Konaklı & Avsallar

Staying in the resorts west of Alanya and wondering where to eat beyond the hotel buffe...

All-Inclusive vs Eating Out in Alanya: Which Is Worth It?

It's one of the big holiday decisions: go all-inclusive and have it all sorted, or stay...

Alcohol in Alanya: Prices, What to Drink & Tips

If you enjoy a drink on holiday, here's the honest lowdown: alcohol in Alanya is fairly...

Is Eating Out in Alanya Cheap? An Honest 2026 Take

Honest answer: eating out in Alanya is still reasonable if you eat smart, but it's no l...

Turkish Food to Try in Alanya: The Dishes Not to Miss

Turkish food is one of the best reasons to look forward to Alanya — fresh, generous, fu...

Eating Out in Alanya: A UK Visitor's Guide

Eating out is one of the real joys of an Alanya holiday — Turkish food is fresh, varied...

Is Konaklı & Türkler Good for Families?

Yes — Konaklı and Türkler are both excellent choices for a family holiday, and they're ...

The Best Beaches Around Türkler, Konaklı & Avsallar

The beaches are the whole point for many visitors to this stretch of coast — and the go...

Central Alanya: What's There & Is It Worth Visiting?

Central Alanya is the area's beating heart — and yes, it's well worth visiting, whether...

Okurcalar: A Guide to the Quiet Resort End

Okurcalar is the quietest, most laid-back end of Alanya's western resort strip — the ch...

Avsallar & İncekum: A Guide to the Resort & Beaches

If a great sandy beach is top of your list, Avsallar — and its famous İncekum beach — s...

Türkler: A Guide to the Resort & Area

Türkler is the heart of Alanya's big-resort belt — and the area many British holidaymak...

Konaklı: A Guide to the Resort & Area

Konaklı is one of the most popular resort towns west of Alanya — and a favourite for vi...

Konaklı vs Avsallar vs Türkler: Which Resort Area?

Türkler, Konaklı and Avsallar are the three most popular resort areas west of Alanya — ...

Where to Stay in Alanya: Which Area Is Right for You?

"Where should we stay in Alanya?" is one of the first questions UK holidaymakers ask, a...

Does It Rain in Alanya? When & How Much

Here's the reassuring headline: Alanya enjoys around 300 sunny days a year, and through...

Sea Temperature in Alanya: Can You Swim, and When?

Good news for beach lovers: Alanya's sea is comfortably swimmable for around half the y...

Alanya in Winter (November–March): What's It Like?

Winter in Alanya is a different beast from the summer resort everyone pictures — and it...

Alanya in July & August: How Hot Does It Get?

July and August are Alanya's hottest and busiest months — peak summer in every sense. D...

Alanya in September: Weather & What to Expect

If you love proper summer warmth but could do without the August crush, September might...

Alanya in May: Weather & What to Expect

May is one of the loveliest months to visit Alanya, and a brilliant choice if you want ...

What to Pack & Wear for Alanya (by Season)

Packing for Alanya is mostly about sun, sea and the season you're travelling in. In hig...

Alanya in October: Weather, Sea & What to Expect

October is one of the best months to visit Alanya — and a favourite of returning UK hol...

The Best Time to Visit Alanya: A Month-by-Month Guide

The best time to visit Alanya depends on what you're after, but here's the quick answer...

Emergency Dentist in Türkler & Konaklı: What to Know

If you've got a dental emergency while staying in Türkler or Konaklı, the reassuring ne...

What to Do If You Get Toothache on Holiday in Alanya

Toothache on holiday is miserable, but don't panic — Alanya is well set up to help, and...

Mosquitoes & Bites in Alanya: What to Know

Mosquitoes in Alanya are best described as an occasional annoyance, not a health worry....

Is the Food Safe to Eat in Alanya?

Yes — the food in Alanya is generally safe and genuinely delicious, street food include...

Is Alanya Safe for Solo Female Travellers?

Generally, yes — Alanya is a comfortable destination for solo female travellers, and pl...

Common Tourist Scams in Alanya & How to Avoid Them

Let's be clear upfront: the "scams" you'll meet in Alanya are almost always about payin...

Staying Safe in the Alanya Sun: Heat & Sunburn

The single most common thing that catches UK visitors out in Alanya isn't crime or dodg...

What to Do If You Get Ill or Injured in Alanya

Falling ill or getting hurt on holiday is no fun, but in Alanya the help you need is cl...

Pharmacies in Alanya: What to Know (Eczane Guide)

Pharmacies in Alanya — look for the sign reading "Eczane" — are easy to find, well stoc...

Do I Need Travel Insurance for Turkey?

Yes — travel insurance is essential for Turkey, not a nice-to-have. The big reason is s...

Does My EHIC or GHIC Work in Turkey?

Short answer: no — your UK GHIC or EHIC does not work in Turkey. This catches a lot of ...

Can You Drink the Tap Water in Alanya?

Short answer: stick to bottled water for drinking. Alanya's tap water is treated and ch...

Is Türkler & Konaklı Safe? An Honest Look at the Resorts

Yes — Türkler and Konaklı are safe, quiet and family-friendly resort areas, and that ca...

Is Alanya Safe for Tourists? An Honest 2026 Guide

Yes — Alanya is a generally very safe place for a holiday, and the resort towns around ...

How to Get from the Airport to Your Hotel in Alanya

Once you've landed, there are four main ways to get from the airport to your hotel in A...

Antalya or Gazipaşa: Which Airport for Alanya?

Two airports serve Alanya, and the difference matters more than most UK visitors realis...

Getting to Side & Manavgat from Alanya

Side and Manavgat are two of the most popular day trips west of Alanya — Side for its a...

Do I Need to Hire a Car in Alanya?

For most visitors staying around Türkler, Konaklı and Avsallar, the honest answer is no...

Taxi Prices in Alanya: What to Expect

Taxis in Alanya are metered and generally reasonable — short hops around the resorts ar...

Is There Uber in Alanya? (And What to Use Instead)

Short answer: sort of, but not the way you're used to. Uber does operate in Turkey, but...

How to Get from Türkler & Konaklı to Alanya Centre

Getting from Türkler or Konaklı into Alanya centre is easy and cheap. The two beach res...

How the Dolmuş Works in Alanya: A UK Visitor's Guide

The dolmuş (pronounced "dol-moosh") is a shared minibus, and it's the cheapest, most us...

Should I Bring Cash or Exchange Money in Turkey?

The simple answer: bring a small amount of pounds for arrival, and get the rest of your...

Can I Pay in Euros or Pounds in Alanya?

Short answer: yes, you often can pay in euros or pounds in the tourist parts of Türkler...

Find an ATM Near You in Türkler & Konaklı

Need cash right now? Bank ATMs are easy to find in Konaklı town centre and along the ma...

Do You Tip in Turkey? A UK Visitor's Guide

Tipping in Turkey is appreciated but not obligatory — it's a thank-you for good service...

GBP to TRY: The Best Way to Get Turkish Lira

The best way to turn your pounds into Turkish lira for an Alanya holiday is a simple mi...

Can I Use Wise in Turkey?

Yes — Wise works well in Turkey, and it's a favourite among UK travellers who care abou...

Can I Use Revolut in Turkey?

Yes — Revolut works well in Turkey, and it's one of the most popular cards UK traveller...

Can I Use Monzo in Turkey?

Yes — Monzo works well in Turkey, and it's one of the better cards to bring on an Alany...

Using Your UK Bank Card in Turkey

Yes, your UK bank card works in Turkey. Visa and Mastercard are accepted almost everywh...

Is Alanya Cheap for a UK Holiday in 2026?

Yes — for a British holidaymaker, Alanya is still good value in 2026, especially if you...

How Much Cash Should I Take to Alanya for a Week?

Short answer: if you're all-inclusive — as most visitors to the Eftalia hotels and the ...

Average Drink & Meal Prices in Türkler & Konaklı (2026)

If you're budgeting for a holiday in Türkler or Konaklı, here's the honest picture for ...

Are There ATMs Near Eftalia and in Konaklı?

Yes — there are plenty of ATMs (cash machines) in Konaklı and within easy reach of the ...

Where to Exchange Money in Konakli & Turkler

If you're staying around Konaklı or Türkler, here's the short answer: change your pound...