The Day We Hit The Coast

Greetings from Antalya! We have been slowly picking our way down the Aegean and Mediterranean coasts of Turkey, taking in Çannakale, Assos, Foça, Selçuk, Marmaris, and finally Antalya where we went swimming in the Mediterranean yesterday (its about 23 degrees now...the locals are wearing jackets and scarfs and İ am swimming in the sea!). The Turkish coast is beautiful but we were ignorant to believe it was all unspoilt undeveloped coastline as most cities and towns are totally geared for tourism and package holiday makers. But it is nonetheless stunning. From Marmaris we rented scooters for the day and explored the nearby mountains and coast and İ must say İ have never seen more dramatic breath-taking scenery. We have also taken in the ruins of Troy and Ephesus. Next we are taking an overnight bus to the Cappadocia region which is said to be a very unique place with underground cities and churches carved out of cliff faces.

We also want to add a tremendous thanks to Mark in London (whom we absentmindedly forgot to mention in previous posts) and Anca in Bucharest for putting up with us and our shenanigans! İt is generous people like you who make the world a better place!

Well, I really should go swimming or something...afterall it İS 23 degrees! Ha ha suckers!!

Over and out from Antalya!
Nick