Luxury Resorts of the Bodrum Peninsula
On the Aegean coast of Turkey sits a selective group of luxury resorts of the Bodrum Peninsula. The unique identity attracts Turks from all over the county and thousands of foreign visitors of all nationalities. Trying to describe the Bodrum peninsula in one word is impossible. The multitude of characters and projective appearances, made partly by its illusive history, can adapt to changing times while maintaining traditional Turkish vibes. While mainstream travel industries market the peninsula as an affordable destination, an untold world exists purely to provide extravagant luxury with no concern for cost. Indeed, this resort is the playground of the rich and the Saint Tropez of Turkey in certain circles.
LAVISH LIFESTYLE IN TURKBUKU
Privately owned mega yachts often dock in Turkbuku resort, whose luxury identity vastly differs from its humble beginnings as a Turkish fishing village. Chic waterfront restaurants employ professional chefs trained in prominent kitchens in London, France, and Istanbul. There is no such thing as street food here, just fine cuisine and delicious wine from all over the world. However, for luxurious relaxation in peace, choose another resort in Bodrum than Turkbuku. Luxury Turkbuku is popular with young yuppies who insist on working hard and playing in nightclubs like Blue Tessa and Pashas. Also the most famous resort Mandarin Oriental is located in this area.
INDULGE IN EXTRAVAGANT TORBA
Luxury Torba, another small resort approximately 6 kilometres from Bodrum town centre, only features hotel accommodations above three stars. The chic resort will never appear in any budget hitchhiker’s guide to Turkey. Although not as luxurious as Turkbuku, Torba is still an elite area more suited to the upmarket traveller. Despite progress in luxury and modern facilities, Torba has maintained unspoilt fishing village vibes and mega yachts, sailing the Turkish Riviera often dock beside small fishing boats. Nightlife here revolves around seafront fish restaurants, like Sina Balik, where conversations are dignified and light-hearted.
LUXURY AT THE KEMPINSKI BAY HOTEL
Barbaros Bay hosts the renowned Kempinski Bay Hotel, which prides itself on a worldwide reputation of luxury for refined travellers. Celebrities who come to Bodrum will book in for privacy away from prying eyes and paparazzi. With its private beach, 2000 metre square infinity pool, and latest innovations in spa facilities, guests repeatedly return, despite premium costs. Several bars and restaurants provide expensive drinks and signature gourmet cuisine from Italy and Spain. Book presidential suites and enjoy your 24-hour butler, floor-to-ceiling windows, and pillow menus! Prices of the 201 square metre private apartments in Bodrum are undisclosed. If you must ask, you cannot afford it.
BODRUM MARINA AND PRIVATE GULET YACHTS
Luxury yacht owners love Bodrum Marina. They must book their berths months in advance but increase social status, head here. Rent a private luxury yacht for an average of 2000 USD a night and enjoy your chef, captain, deckhands, and servers. Spend days sailing the coastline and, at nighttime, show your face in the highly esteemed Bodrum Marina Yacht Club. Three restaurants called Vespa, Club, and Roof marine serve signature cuisine under the supervision of Master Chef Huseyin Erdem, who has won numerous awards worldwide for his culinary genius. The luxury rooftop bar has magnificent views of Bodrum castle and marina.
THE LUXURY MARINA IN YALIKAVAK
A favourite holiday destination for American celebrities such as Jay Z, Beyonce, Michael, and Catherine Douglas, Yalikavak is the Bodrum peninsula’s prize gem for luxury travel. Beating the high standards of other marinas around the world, Yalikavak marina is the king of yachting, with Cipriani Bodrum as the best restaurant in the area. Average shopping brands do not exist, instead, hosting names such as Madam Coco and the restaurants’ cuisine focus on western, Ottoman, and Asian signature dishes. Even if you cannot afford their luxury establishments, watch for regular music events held throughout summer in the 2500-seated amphitheatre.
