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19/02/2025

19/02/2025

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18/02/2025

Turkiye’s popularity among UK tourists is continuing to grow, as they recognise its unique mix of vibrant cities, historical sites, and scenic Mediterranean coastline. This month the destination reported a 16.6% increase in UK visitor numbers in 2024, and growing Turkish resort group Barut Hotels is better prepared than ever to welcome your guests – new or returning – to Side, Antalya and Didim.

While it has been in business for more than 50 years, Barut Hotels – which has an impressive portfolio of 10 properties across the Turkish Riviera spanning beachside resorts, city-based properties and villas – has stiff competition for UK and Irish guests from the more high-profile Mediterranean hotspots. The brand, which has mastered the art of the perfect holiday with lush green gardens, quality accommodation and an emphasis on sustainability, this year aims to up its targeted marketing to agents and head to more trade fairs.

Adventure awaits
Here are seven selling points for Barut Hotels that are perfect for shouting out on social media or in newsletters, to really capture your clients’ attention...

1. Unique experiences
The Turkish Riviera is awash with attractions that set it apart from other destinations. Think ancient ruins that are the birthplace of Greek philosophy, complete with Roman baths and amphitheatres; breathtaking natural landscapes to hike; stunning azure seas and mouth-watering Turkish delicacies. There are also lively arts, music, and cultural festivals that truly define the destination.



2. Family focus
Barut Hotels is the perfect offering for families, with special entertainment programmes for children, skill-building workshops and professional animation teams. There are large swimming pools, water slides and playgrounds that ensure little ones have fun safely.

3. Accommodation mix
From luxurious resorts to cosy family-run hotels, Barut Hotels caters to different budgets and preferences – and quality is a consistent.
4. Accessibility
Direct flights to Antalya airport and convenient transport links make Barut Hotels a hassle-free choice for UK and Ireland travellers. The group offers free round-trip airport transfers for stays of 10 nights or more.



5. Sustainable tourism
Barut Hotels is committed to sustainable tourism practices, promoting eco-friendly initiatives and the preservation of local culture and environment. Acanthus Cennet Barut Collection in Side and Lara Barut Collection in Kundu are the first green energy certified hotels in the Mediterranean region of Turkiye.
6. Exceptional service
Guests can expect a high level of service and hospitality, and Barut Hotels offers a rich variety of world cuisines with multiple dining options, catering to all tastes and using fresh and local ingredients. From breakfast to dinner, every meal is filled with moments of joy.



7. Tailored packages
Barut Hotels offers exclusive packages or deals specifically designed for UK and Irish travellers.

https://www.ttgmedia.com/features/sponsored-features/the-resort-group-offering-a-chic-alternative-to-the-dominant-mediterranean-hotspots-50287

13/02/2025

Our hotel offers its guests many opportunities for a fun-filled family holiday: a wonderful pool area, large and small water slides, a great playground for children and an excellent entertainment programme that appeals to all ages...

Unser Hotel bietet seinen Gästen viele Möglichkeiten für einen unterhaltsamen Familienurlaub. Ein wunderbarer Poolbereich, große und kleine Wasserrutschen, ein toller Spielplatz für Kinder und ein großartiges Unterhaltungsprogramm, das allen Altersgruppen Spaß macht.

Otelimiz konuklarımıza eğlenceli bir aile tatili için birçok fırsat sunmaktadır: güzel bir havuz alanı, büyük ve küçük su kaydırakları, harika bir çocuk oyun bahçesi ve her yaş grubuna uygun muhteşem bir eğlence programı....

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12/02/2025

How Will Türkiye’s Twenty Point Seven Percent Growth in Indian Visitors and Six Million Two Hundred Thousand Arrivals Shape Global Tourism and Boost Destinations Like Istanbul, Antalya, and Cappadocia?

Türkiye has further cemented its status as a leading global tourism destination in 2024, achieving significant growth in visitor numbers and revenue generation. The country’s tourism sector saw an exceptional increase in both the number of visitors and the economic benefits derived from them, signaling a continued upward trajectory for Türkiye’s tourism industry.

Record-Breaking Visitor Numbers and Revenue

In 2024, Türkiye welcomed a remarkable 62.2 million visitors, marking a 9.8% increase compared to the previous year. This surge underscores the effectiveness of Türkiye’s strategic approach to diversifying its tourism offerings and expanding its appeal to a broader range of international tourists. The country’s tourism revenue reached an all-time high of 61.1 billion USD, reflecting an 8.3% growth from 2023. This revenue increase is largely attributed to the country’s ability to attract high-spending tourists, as evidenced by the average visitor spend of USD 972.

Moreover, the extended average stay duration of 10.7 days points to Türkiye’s success in engaging tourists, encouraging them to explore the country’s rich cultural heritage, historical sites, and diverse attractions. With such achievements, Türkiye’s tourism sector continues to evolve, attracting global travelers while setting new benchmarks for future growth.

https://www.travelandtourworld.com/news/article/how-will-turkiyes-twenty-point-seven-percent-growth-in-indian-visitors-and-six-million-two-hundred-thousand-arrivals-shape-global-tourism-and-boost-destinations-like-istanbul-antalya-and-ca/

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06/02/2025

In 2024, Antalya achieved a significant milestone by hosting 17,278,103 visitors. Candemir Zoroğlu, the provincial director of Culture and Tourism, shared this impressive figure while discussing the tourism data for the year. He noted that, among the region's ancient sites, the Patara Ancient City was the most visited, while the Antalya Museum was the top museum in terms of visitors.

Increased visits
Zoroğlu highlighted a 5% increase in museum visits compared to the previous year. In 2024, the Antalya Museum welcomed 175,970 visitors, followed by the Antalya Mevlevi Lodge Museum, with 155,332 visitors and the Antalya Atatürk House Museum, which attracted 153,903 visitors. These numbers reflect a growing interest in the region's rich cultural heritage.

Antalya's ancient sites also saw a significant rise in visitation. Approximately 2.3 million people visited the historical sites in the region in 2024. Patara ranked the highest, with 356,199 visitors, followed by Phaselis with 337,938 and Aspendos with 326,648 visitors. These figures underscore the appeal of the area's ancient landmarks.

https://www.dailysabah.com/arts/antalya-hits-17m-visitors-in-2024-sees-growth-in-cultural-tourism/news

04/02/2025

In 2024, Türkiye welcomed 4,433,782 visitors from the United Kingdom. In the first half of the year, nearly 1.8 million UK travellers arrived, reflecting Türkiye’s continued popularity as a top destination for British tourists seeking its unique mix of vibrant cities, historical sites, and scenic Mediterranean coastline.

Türkiye achieved a 9.8% year-on-year growth in its visitor numbers and hosted 62,269,890 visitors in 2024, representing a 20.3% growth compared to 2019, the pre-pandemic year. With this figure, Türkiye also surpassed its targets of 60 million visitors, which it announced earlier in 2024, and 61 million visitors, which it renewed last October. In addition, Türkiye generated 61.1 billion USD (£49.3 billion) in tourism revenue, which is 8.3% more than the previous year.

Türkiye welcomed 195,899 visitors from Ireland in 2024. In the first half of the year, nearly 81,000 Irish travellers arrived, reflecting Türkiye’s continued popularity as a top destination for Irish tourists.

Europe, the Middle East, and Central Asia have remained Türkiye’s biggest source markets while emerging markets such as the Americas, India, and China showed great growth in 2024. While Russia, Germany, and the United Kingdom remained Türkiye’s top three biggest source markets, the growth in the number of visitors from emerging markets was 8.1% for the USA, 65.1% for China, and 20.7% for India.

Türkiye’s international visitors spent an average of 10.7 days in the country, and the revenue per visitor was USD 972 (£784). According to UN Tourism, Türkiye ranks among the world’s top five most visited destinations in 2023.

28/01/2025

Europe’s 8th largest airline Pegasus will open service from Antalya, in May, its first time serving Scandinavia’s fast-growing fifth largest metro area

For Danes, one of the most popular sunshine destinations will now be on the departure board at Aarhus Airport when Pegasus opens a new direct scheduled service to Antalya, which is the gateway to several popular resorts on the Turkish Riviera in southern Türkiye and an attractive hub for travelers to and from a number of central Asian and Near Eastern destinations. It is the first time that Pegasus makes its entrance in the Greater Aarhus area, with the airline thereby gaining access to mainland Denmark’s largest market for potential travelers. With over 1.3 million inhabitants, the region is a very attractive market for Pegasus. Not only to enjoy the rich pool of holiday travel demand for many thousands of sun-seekers who visit Mediterranean Türkiye each year, but also to serve the large share of people with a Turkish background who live in mainland Denmark and especially in the Aarhus area. With over 67,000 people of Turkish descent living in Denmark and over 11,000 within reach of Aarhus Airport, there is a large market for visiting friends and family, with traffic going both ways.

"It is a great pleasure to present a new airline at Aarhus Airport. The new collaboration comes very soon after hosting the prestigious Routes Europe conference in April 2024, where we could showcase the enormous appeal of Aarhus as a destination and strengthen our close dialogue with Pegasus and other airlines. This direct route to Antalya, one of the eastern Mediterranean’s largest markets has long been a desire of both holidaymakers and people with Turkish roots who know Pegasus for their great value service and low fare appeal. We naturally expect the route to be extremely well received in our region", says Lotta Sandsgaard, who is CEO of Aarhus Airport.

Insight shows that currently a very large share of Aarhus area passengers traveling to Türkiye today, including Antalya, choose to fly from airports at Copenhagen or Hamburg. Focusing on the topic of convenience and customer choice, Lotta Sandsgaard commented from her own personal appreciation for Pegasus Airlines’ highly customer-friendly, quality product and service:

https://www.routesonline.com/airports/13972/aarhus-airport/news/299664050/pegasus-to-start-new-flights-to-turkiye-at-aarhus/

27/01/2025

Thousands of tourism facilities shut down in Türkiye over non-compliance

The Ministry of Culture and Tourism in Türkiye has ordered the closure of 4,380 tourism facilities over the past three years due to their failure to meet required standards. The move comes as part of a nationwide effort to enforce stricter regulations in the tourism sector.

Under amendments made to the Tourism Promotion Law in 2021 and 2023, businesses that obtain operating licenses from municipalities and provincial administrations are required to secure a tourism operation certificate within six months. Those failing to do so face revocation of their business permits within a month, effectively ceasing their operations.

Istanbul leads in closures
The highest number of closures occurred in Istanbul, where 767 facilities were shut down. Izmir followed with 515 closures, while Sakarya ranked third with 499. Other provinces with significant numbers of closures include:

Mugla: 424
Antalya: 386
Aydin: 226
Canakkale: 179
Bursa: 149
Balikesir: 131
Denizli: 127
Kocaeli: 125
Nevsehir: 107
Mersin: 61
Kahramanmaras: 53

Overall, Türkiye has 25,908 registered tourism facilities. With the recent closures, nearly 16.9% of these establishments have been deemed non-compliant and forced to shut down.
https://www.turkiyetoday.com/business/thousands-of-tourism-facilities-shut-down-in-turkiye-over-non-compliance-111308/

19/01/2025

The all-inclusive comeback: Rixos Premium Belek is the luxury resort where you needn't lift a finger

I’ve just ordered a tenderloin steak and the waiter is pouring a large glass of local merlot. I’m in a fancy restaurant that has a grand dining room, with velvet chairs and double-height windows adorned with swagged curtains. If I had been anywhere else, I might have expected a sky-high bill at the end of the meal, but, instead, I’ve simply – and happily – walked out.

Welcome to Rixos Premium Belek, found close to Antalya on Türkiye’s Mediterranean coast, and one of the new breed of all-inclusive resorts that is redefining the ‘pre-paid’ hotel experience. Gone are cheap buffets and, instead, guests are able to dine in sophisticated restaurants offering authentic cuisine and locally-sourced ingredients. Out is bland, cookie-cutter design to be replaced by a polished aesthetic and sumptuous décor. While you might still find the odd water aerobics class, you’re just as likely to be able to tap into sound healing and wellness rituals in the cutting-edge spa.

https://www.standard.co.uk/lifestyle/travel/rixos-premium-belek-turkey-review-all-inclusive-hotels-b1205336.html