Sometimes you want it all to yourself. Your own beach, your own sun, your own sea, just enough people around for atmosphere, friendly locals doing things their way and enough natural landscape to make you feel you're experiencing the real thing not some man-made Disney version. What's more you want it on a budget without feeling cheap. And this, my friends, is Calis.
With just enough to do without being overwhelmed by choice Calis sits quietly amongst pastel hills in the region of Fethiye and soaks up the intoxicating Turkish sunshine all day long. Hotels in the Calis are generally small, family run ones and whilst the general feel here is one of simplicity the peaceful, uncomplicated vibe of it makes for an unpretentious and beautifully zen holiday.
When you're not staring at the sun-hazed hills from your poolside then the only other place to be is Calis Beach - an endless stretch of natural dark sand and shingle staring into a sparkling Mediterranean sea, framed wonderfully by the surrounding mountains. Behind you there are plenty of sleepy bars, cafes and restaurants should you need them, including an authentic Turkish bedouin tent cafe selling delicious food and local beers for mere pence... but lets just get one thing straight - whatever you do, make sure you are here for the sunset. Seriously. Forget Cafe Del Mar this moment is one to schedule your day around and its this that will make your holiday one to remember. Once the orange, purple and pink has faded through all kinds of blue you can drink lazily under the stars for a bit, or why not hop on one of the many sea-taxis to Fethiye Town where a vibrant market and colourful nightlife rub shoulders with some of the ancient worlds most historical landmarks.
Calis is the perfect holiday destination for a cheap and cheerful getaway. Luxury it aint. But this place has an honesty and soul to it that sums up what the word 'holiday' is all about. And somehow... that simple little beach makes the whole experience a personal one, where you feel everything here is yours, just for you, and never to be rivaled. read more
