Altinkum (which literally translates as ‘Golden Sands’) certainly lives up to its name, with miles of glorious coastline framed by a spectacular mountain backdrop. It is located approximately 1.5 hours from Bodrum and 1.5 hours from Izmir, the third largest city in Turkey. Most UK airports offer flights to both locations.

The region remains unspoilt and offers something for everyone, from relaxing on a beach, to enjoying watersports or exploring Turkey’s rich cultural history:

• Club Aegean is a few minutes drive from the famous beach resort of Altinkum.
• 5 minutes drive away is Didim, a thriving traditional Turkish town which has many excellent restaurants, bars and shops as well as a street market.
• Within easy reach of a wealth of historical sites such as the famous ruined temple of Apollo at Didim, whilst the nearby Roman city of Ephesus contains the temple of Apollo’s sister, Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.

In an area specially designated for tourist development by the Turkish government, extensive upgrading of local infrastructure is already underway. Work has commenced on the new marina, due for completion in 2009, which is five minutes away, and on a ferry terminal linking the town to the Greek islands. Plans have also been proposed for a new golf course adjacent to the resort.

Investors will benefi t from property prices lower than the more developed
areas of Bodrum and Kusadasi, and from the fact that, overall in Turkey,
property values are consistently rising at 15 to 20% each year.

Altinkum is the beach resort area in the area known as Didim. The town of Didim itself has a traditional
Turkish feel and attracts tourists from all over Turkey who love to explore the 300 secluded coves and beaches along this peninsula.