Anyone been to Turkey?

[wiifan]

Can anyone help with a dilemma?
We've got a weeks holiday to Side in Turkey booked but my partner now cannot come due to work commitments so its just myself, my 15yr old daughter, 10yr old son and 2yr old daughter.
The problem is i've read so many horror stories about Shop keepers, food etc that its put me right off of going alone with 3 children, not helped by buying a tourist book that even says things like not being allowed to blow your nose in public or cuddling someone!!!
Has anyone been who can help me decide what to do?
Is it really a place for a mum and 3 children who have never ever travelled alone before?

[jno]

goodness... I've been to Turkey, though not Side, and have found the people to be some of the kindliest and friendliest on earth. Do try to dress reasonably modestly - bikinis should be fine on the beach but perhaps not in the street. And public snogging is thought impolite. Turks are mostly Muslim, but they're well used to tourists and are not like the more extreme regimes in Arab countries. I can't imagine you having any nose-blowing problems. You should have a wonderful time.

[unrulyjulie]

have to agree with jno here. When i visited Turkey, Gumbet/Bodrum, i also felt very welcome and they were the friendliest people, especially the shop keepers. It was the people of this country that made me fall in love with it! Best holiday ive ever been on!

[lil123]

I went to Turkey last year with my son who was one then after my divorce and it was fantastic ! I normally go to Spain but will chose Turkey everytime. I got hassled a bit off the men as they go for pretty young women easp if they are single lol but apart from that we loved it they were great with Zak in the hotel it was clean food great I really couldn't fault it
It was Marmaris where we were
The clothes are so cheap and you need to haggle but the weather fantastic

[JK2]

I would second everything that has been said above.

I have been travelling to Turkey for more than 35 years and think you will find the people very helpful. They are very family minded and will be kind and helpful to you.

Side will be full of families and you'll have a great time.

[Senga 2]

I've been about 8 or 9 times to Turkey and never had any problems whether or not I was with my husband. I would agree with all of the above. Side is very much a holiday resort and geared up for children although some lovely Roman ruins. It's worth a visit to Manavgat where there are nice waterfalls, the beach is lovely and the children will like the camels. All in all you should have a great time.

[DONNNAKEBAB]

Side is quite expensive. The best value for your money is to go on Boat Trips etc that include food.

The Turkish are okay but can be a bit over friendly if you will.

Be careful when using outside cashpoints.

But on the whole.

Have a good time.

Kaite. x

[wiifan]

Thankyou for all your answers, ive decided to go now!!
are there camel rides??

[nat4950]

There are sum camel rides but BEWERE it hurts like hell the day after and you walk like john wane !!!!!! enjoy!

[wiifan]

LOL!!!! i'll remember that!!!!