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Short, practical guides to choosing where to stay in Antalya, Istanbul and Ankara.

• All-inclusive vs ultra all-inclusive in Antalya: what's the difference?

  What do all-inclusive, ultra all-inclusive and similar labels usually mean at Antalya resorts, and how can you check what's included before you book?

• Antalya Airport transfers: getting to Lara, Belek, Side, Kemer, Konyaaltı and Alanya

  How to get from Antalya Airport to your hotel: tram, city buses, Havaş, taxis and pre-booked transfers, with approximate distances to each resort area.

• Belek or Lara for a family holiday in Antalya?

  Travelling with kids? We compare Belek and Lara on airport distance, beaches, water parks, kids' clubs and day trips to help you pick the right base.

• Kaş and Kalkan: a guide to a quiet holiday on the Lycian coast

  Planning a slow, quiet break in Kaş or Kalkan? Getting there, swimming from platforms, Kekova, Kaputaş and Patara, and small hotels worth a look.

• Kemer or Side? Mountains and coves versus ancient ruins

  Torn between Kemer and Side? We compare scenery, beaches, airport distance, things to see and hotel options so you can pick the coast that suits you.

• Konyaaltı guide: a beach holiday with the city on your doorstep

  Where to stay in Konyaaltı, what the beach is like, and how to reach Kaleiçi and the airport. A practical guide to Antalya's city beach.

• Adults-only holidays in Side: what couples should know

  Looking for a child-free break in Side? Here's the difference between adults-only hotels and family resorts with adults' areas, plus options nearby.

• When to visit the Antalya coast: a month-by-month guide

  Planning a trip to Antalya? Official climate data on temperature, rain and sunshine, plus which months suit beach days, sightseeing, golf or winter breaks.