A holiday in Olu Deniz offers a stunning bay, with a laid-back atmosphere and one of the most beautiful beaches in Turkey. Olu Deniz's main beach is bordered by a pretty promenade lined with small shops, cafes and restaurants making it an ideal location for a wonderful beach holiday. The Blue Lagoon of Olu Deniz is spectacular and is one of the most photographed areas in Turkey. The crystal clear waters make it ideal for a variety of water sports and provides a very safe place for children to swim. Part of the lagoon is now a protected area and is also a national park.
The official currency is the New Turkish Lira. Currency can be mainly exchanged at banks, exchange booths and post offices, although airports and ferry ports also offer exchange services. Banks are open only on weekdays, but some in tourist areas are open daily. Most of the big cities and tourist areas have ATMs. Major credit cards are widely accepted, though the more popular ones are Visa and MasterCard as American Express is accepted only in the more expensive places. Though Travelers’ cheques can be exchanged at some banks and currency exchange offices, most prefer cash or credit cards for transactions.
Holidays in Olu Deniz
Last minute holidays are extremely popular and there are some excellent all-inclusive and half board hotels in the area. The main focus on an Olu Deniz holiday is the fabulous beach and attractive promenade. Between the three resorts of Olu Deniz, Hisaronu and Ovacik there is a good selection of shops and markets.
Language in Olu Deniz
The official language of Turkey is Turkish. However in almost all the main tourist areas, English is widely understood.
Nightlife in Olu Deniz
Olu deniz has an unique style when it comes to night life! Most of the bars are lined up along the promenade so they are overlooking the beach. There are also restaurants to suit everyone`s taste. The standard is excellent and you really are spoilt for choice, with many bars offering international cuisine as well as the local Turkish fare.
