3 Transport Options In Fethiye

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06
Jun 2015

 

Fethiye is a city and district of Mugila province. According to the 2008 census, the city has 68,000 inhabitants.

The city has great places that you can visit. For example, you can visit the Fethiye museum, Tomb of Amyntas, Kayoky, Afkule, Kadyanda and other historical sites. If you are planning of visiting the city, there are many ways in which you can travel around. The most common ones are:

Bus

There are many buses in Fethiye that lead you to different areas and use a colour coding system. For example, a navy blue bus goes to Calis, an orange bus goes to Tasyaka, while a white bus goes to Calica.

You can flag down a bus anywhere along its route; however, you should avoid doing so along busy town centers. When you want to flag down a bus, you should ensure that you make a clear signal when you see it approaching.

The prices vary depending on where you are going. The good side is that the prices are usually published on the bus and all you need to do is take a look at the list and make your payment. You should note that all payments are made to the driver.

Taxi

Taxis are very convenient ways to move around in Fethiye. The cars are available near main hotels, resorts and supermarkets. You can also flag down a taxi on the street. If you are living in a hotel, you can ask the hotel staff to call a taxi for you.

The good side is that most of the taxi drivers speak English; therefore, they will understand where you want to go. All the taxis are yellow in color and have meters that determine the amount that you need to pay for your journey.

Although, this is the case, you can negotiate the price especially if you are taking a long journey. For example, if you want to travel from Fethiye to Damalan airport.

Car hire

There are many companies in the city that rent their cars. The companies charge you depending on the duration that you want to use the car.

For you to rent the car, you should have a valid international driving license. You should also be 22 years old and have held a valid driver’s license for at least two years.

Once you are given the car, it’s your responsibility to ensure that the car is in good condition and free of accident.

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Planning Successful Holidays to Sardinia

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06
Jun 2015

 

Planning last minute holidays to Sardinia? While holiday planning may be daunting, with a few tips, patience, and an open mind, anyone can plan a successful getaway to this picturesque Mediterranean island. The important thing to remember when preparing is to do your research.

Getting There and Getting Around

Being the second biggest island in the Mediterranean Sea, there is a lot to explore in Sardinia, including the beaches, the ancient churches, the local cafes, and the magnificent ruins. But all of these beautiful sites may be out of reach if you don’t plan properly with regards to getting around. Holidays to Sardinia can take many forms, and how much you see and do will depend on your expectations and ability to be flexible.

Sardinia has three main airports, in Cagliari, Alghero, and Olbia – all have direct flights to major cities all around the world. Moreover, there are many access points to island by ferry from different cities in Italy, including Genoa, Livorno, Naples, and Palermo. From this information alone you could plan an entire itinerary and make adjustments in your budget by saving money – whether travelling by ferry from another Italian city or getting a direct flight. Once you’ve arrived on the island, you should also familiarise yourself with the best ways to get around. Unlike other smaller islands in Italy, which you can easily tour on foot, Sardinia is best explored with a rental car or motorcycle. You can, of course, also travel by bus.

Don’t Skip the Beach

Some people may find it a bit exhausting to plan an itinerary that will take them from one big town to another every day. It might sound good on paper, and you’ll be able to explore plenty of the island’s fascinating history, but it could also sometimes take the fun and relaxation element out of your holidays to Sardinia. The solution is to factor in a few days just lazing on the beach. The island is renowned as having some of the world’s best beaches, and there are so many, you’ll be able to steer clear of the crowds if you’re savvy. Pristine San Giovanni di Sinis is a divine beach near the town of Oristano; it’s only half an hour away from the city, but is considerably less touristy than more popular destinations. La Pelosa Beach, another less crowded spot near a fishing village in Stintino, is breathtakingly beautiful with its fine, white sand, and blue-green waters. There are plenty more and sometimes it’s nice to just drive and stop where somewhere takes your fancy.

Accommodation

Last minute holidays to Sardinia, especially during peak season, typically mean that it’s more challenging to book affordable accommodation. However, there are several other options apart from the higher profile hotels. In Santa Teresa Gallura, for example, not only does the commune offer a superb beachfront and excellent scuba diving spots, but it also has a wide arrange of accommodation options. For families or groups with at least four people, renting villas can be your best bet – and will certainly give you the best value for your money. However, if you’re already having a hard time finding a villa, camping is a wonderful cheaper alternative. The camping area provides easy access to and from the beach and other nearby towns. Ultimately, whether you choose to stay at a luxurious hotel or villa or camp by the beach, this stunning island will not fail to delight in every way.

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A Keen Shopper’s Quick Guide To Rome

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06
Jun 2015

 

Next to admiring the art, history and architecture of the Italian capital, there’s one activity people of all ages are usually raring to get stuck in to the minute they get settled in their family hotel in Rome – shop!

Here’s a quick guide to where different kinds of great shopping are to be had in the Eternal City.

Snacks and Other Food

If you have younger children in tow, you’ll probably want to make sure you have snacks stocked in the fridge of your family hotel in Rome – so it helps to get some food shopping done early. Head out to Campo de’ Fiori in the morning to sample some of the great balsamic vinegars and extra virgin olive oil. You’ll also find delicious bread, plus plenty of other street foods that will be a hit with the children. If it’s pizza and beer to go for the older crowd, you’ll find a venue on almost any corner.

If you want a more substantial meal, head to Trionfale Market, just outside the Vatican. Here, you’ll find great deli meats, wonderful fruit and vegetables, cheeses and breads for that midnight snack in your family hotel. In Rome, food markets abound: among the other great places to go are the covered market in Plaza Testaccio, Mercato Piazza Vittorio and, of course, Campo de’ Fiori.

Fashion

If you want to seek out the latest in fashion, make sure to mark Via Condotti on your smartphone’s map apps. Designer giants like Fendi, Valentino, Bulgari Prada, Armani, Versace, Ferragamo, Cavalli, Gucci, and many others, can be found here, although you’ll also want to explore the high-end boutiques along Via Borgognona, Via Frattina, Via Sistina, and Via Bocca de Leone to see what the true fashionistas are wearing.

Also make sure you mark Via del Corso on your map before heading out from your family hotel. In Rome, this is where the locals go for fashion. This mile-long street (and the streets nearby) are where you’ll find the flagship store of Ferrari and brands like Diesel and Benetton, as well as other trendy Italian brands. Teenagers will be in their element.

Flea Markets

If you’re a bargain hunter, make sure you wear your most comfortable shoes and leave your high heels behind when you get out and visit the city’s flea markets. In the lovely Trastevere neighbourhood, there’s a great outdoor flea market at the south end of the area that’s open on Sundays from 7am to 1 pm. Porta Portese is one of the largest flea markets in Europe, and a Roman icon in itself. Here, you’ll find everything, including antique housewares, secondhand clothing, music, original art, jewellery, posters, furniture, and more. Another flea market of note is the one at Via Sannio, near the Basilica of San Giovanni. If you’re specifically looking for antiques, however, you can head out to the antiques district near the Tiber – start from Castel Sant’ Angelo and head south toward the bridge.

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Isola Maggiore – The Italian Island Ripe For Relaxation

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16
Jan 2015

 

Stepping ashore from Lake Trasimeno onto the little Umbrian island of Isola Maggiore, it’s not hard to see why St Francis of Assisi once chose to live there as a hermit. A statue by the shaded lakeside commemorates his stay on the island throughout Lent in 1211, when he is said to have slept on a rock.

Today, with no traffic at all and only one small village – where the buildings along its main Via Guglielmi date from the fourteenth century – Isola Maggiore is truly unspoiled. Only the presence of a small albergo, the occasional restaurant, a gelateria, and the tiny sprinkling of kiosks around the little jetty, show any real sign that the centuries have moved on.

Paths criss-cross the island, leading up through ancient olive groves to the top of the hill, where the twelfth century Chiesa di San Michele Arcangelo sits overlooking the turquoise waters of the lake. Inside this church, the ancient frescoes – some of which are attributed to the school of Giotto – are still in wonderful condition and a guide is always on hand to explain about them.

There are two further churches on the island (plus a couple more, which sadly only remain as ruins). The comparatively ornate Chiesa del Buon Gesu on Via Guglielmi can be found open most days, although the church of San Salvatore, reached via the earthen steps climbing up by the albergo Da Sauro, is generally closed.

The fishing village, as it then was, enjoyed its peak during the fourteenth century, after a Franciscan monastery was built there in 1328. Centuries later, after its closure, the Guglielmi family acquired the monastery, building a castle in the grounds in the 1880s, where they lavishly entertained guests from the mainland.

Over the centuries, Lake Trasimeno grew more and more shallow, making life for the island’s fishermen increasingly hard. As the fishing declined, so too did large numbers of the population, and with them went the Guglielmis. The family did, however, leave the strange legacy of Irish lace.

The Marchesa Elena Guglielmi introduced the Irish lace technique in the early 1900s, setting up a Lace School on the island. Today, although fewer than 20 islanders now live on Isola Maggiore, you can still see one or two ladies making lace in front of their homes, and the Lace Museum displays many exquisite examples from the island’s past.

As for the castle, in 1944 it was used for several months as an internment camp for political prisoners, then later fell into disrepair. Today, although inaccessible to the public, it is very slowly being restored.

Across from the Lace Museum stands the Casa del Capitano del Popolo (‘The Captain’s House’), which tells the history of this enchanting island.

The fishing may have declined, but it is still possible to enjoy carp, tench and pike fresh from the lake, served in any of the island’s little restaurants. Dine on a tranquil terrace as the sun sets and the water gently laps… what more could you ask?

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Best Places for Art Lovers to Visit in Salzburg

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16
Jan 2015

 

As the fourth largest city in Austria, Salzburg has plenty to offer, whether you’re here for a long visit or just a weekend. From its renowned architecture to world-record largest and oldest buildings, the city goes all out to impress and enthral its visitors.

Aside from everything else, the city is also an art lover’s haven, with classical and modern art very present in the city and accessible through numerous galleries, museums and events. Granted, simply being in the city is an almost poetic experience in itself, but it gets even better when you seek out the best places to get an artistic dose of inspiration and beauty. Fortunately, there are many of these places within easy reach once you’ve settled in from your Salzburg airport transportation.

Folklore Museum

Located on top of a beautiful hill overlooking Hellbrunn Park, the Folklore Museum is a wonderful way not only to discover and appreciate art, but also learn more about the city’s culture. This quaint museum is jam-packed with interesting items, including impressive religious paintings, local furniture, and even traditional costumes. The manor where the museum is located also offers a wonderful view of the Hohensalzburg Fortress (the largest fortress in central Europe) and the Hellbrunn Palace. Even if you did not initially plan to visit the Folklore Museum, it’s not hard to divert your Salzburg airport transportation for a quick visit.

The Art Projects by the Salzburg Foundation

Any of the convenient Salzburg airport transportation may also take you past the city Art Projects. This is an innovative initiative that started in 2002, headed by the Salzburg Foundation. Since its conception, art installations, magnificent sculptures, and various other projects have featured locally and internationally renowned artists, attracting large numbers of tourists and sparking an interest in contemporary, urban art. You can book a guided tour for a range of scheduled art projects every year for a truly one-of-a-kind experience.

Panorama Museum

Even if you don’t have much time to explore the city, you shouldn’t pass up the Panorama Museum, which you may well pass by on your Salzburg airport transportation to the city. The museum’s most distinct feature is a massive painting of an historic depiction of the city, with a circumference of 26 metres – immediately wowing visitors upon entrance. A digital installation aims to showcase both ancient and modern aspects of the city to tourists and allow everyone to take a closer look at its beauty. You can interact with the monitors to explore more of the city’s details and sights. Apart from the main attraction, the Panorama Museum also has some large paintings by 19th century landscape painter Hubert Sattler.

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Top 3 Activities in Salzburg Every Tourist Must Do

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06
Jan 2015

 

Salzburg is one of the most stunning cities in the world, and its historical legacy alone is enough for any tourist to fall in love with it. Whether it is the city’s ancient cathedrals and castles (which have endured for centuries), the scenic landscapes made iconic by the movie The Sound of Music, or simply the sheer beauty of the gardens and public parks of the city, there is something for every tourist in this lovely Austrian city. Fortunately, today’s travellers can now rely on a Salzburg shuttle service to get them to their accommodation quickly and easily, and once there, the following activities should be on any itinerary.

Go on a Cycling Tour on the Set of Sound of Music

Once the Salzburg shuttle service has transported you to your accommodation, it’s time to get out and explore. Although it’s the fourth largest city in Austria, it is very accessible and easy to get around – and there is so much to see! One of the highly recommended and most popular tours is a cycling tour around several locations used as sets in the 1965 musical film, The Sound of Music. Fans of the movie will be able to channel their inner Maria as they are guided around the iconic locations where the film was shot, including the beautiful Trapp Villa and Hellbrun’s gardens. It will take around 20 minutes from the Altstadt to the Trap Villa, but the pleasant cycling and the fantastic destination will not disappoint. Moreover, those who are self-confessed fanatics of the film could elevate the experience even more by booking a room at the Trap Villa and spending the night in one of the most important icons in 20th century cinema.

Explore the City on a Historical Tour on Foot

Even without the Sound of Music tour, the city is an amazing destination that caters to many different types of tourists. For those who appreciate history, there are more than enough old cathedrals, museums, monasteries and castles in this UNESCO World Heritage Site. While many tourists prefer to explore the city on their own-arriving from the airport and getting to different destinations is easy enough with the Salzburg shuttle service -there are also guided tours that usually last for two hours and include numerous stops in the lovely Baroque city, including the famous Salzburg Dome Cathedral.

Mozart’s Geburtshaus

Any trip to the city would not be complete without a visit to Mozart’s Geburtshaus, birthplace of the world-renowned classical music composer, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Your Salzburg shuttle service may even take you past Mozart’s Geburtshaus on the way from the airport. This incredible townhouse is filled with amazing collections that allow visitors an intimate glimpse into Mozart’s earlier life. The most notable items housed in the museum include the mini violin Mozart played when he was a toddler, a number of other instruments, and many portraits.

While there are so many other attractions that are well worth visiting in this fabulous city, missing these three should not be an option.

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