Money
The local currency is Turkish Lira. You will be able to change travellers cheques and Sterling at the local banks or the post office. The banks also offer a cash machine (bankomatics) which will direct you in English.
The majority of restaurants and shops will take major credit cards although they usually add a service charge.
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Market day in Kalkan is on Thursday and starts about 8.30am through to 7.00pm. Here you will be able to buy a wide variety of locally grown produce, herbs, spices, honey and cheese. You can also buy a variety of T-shirts, jeans, watches, leather goods and textiles.
Bartering with the local stallholders is all part of the fun and you will be offered Turkish or apple tea at every opportunity.
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Kalkan has around 300 days of sunshine per year with temperatures ranging from 20 degrees centigrade early in the season, up to 35 degrees during July and August. Towards the end of September and October the temperature begins to cool slightly to a very pleasant 25 degrees.
The sun is strong so a high factor sun block is recommended.
Kalkan Weather
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
| Average Temp (c) | 15 | 16 | 17 | 20 | 24 | 28 | 31 | 32 | 29 | 26 | 21 | 17 |
| Number of Clear Days | 7 | 6 | 10 | 12 | 17 | 24 | 28 | 28 | 24 | 15 | 10 | 8 |
| Number of Rainy Days | 19 | 15 | 12 | 6 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 7 | 10 | 19 |
Flights, Transfers & Visas
Flights:
Direct flights to Dalaman are available from a number of UK airports with
a range of charter and economy airlines.
Another option is to fly to Antalya. The transfer time from Antalya to Kalkan is approximately 3 hours.
UK visitors to Turkey are required to have a full 10 year passport (5 years for children) which is valid for at least 6 months after your return.
Transfers (prices for 2024) :
Guests may book transfers direct themselves with Enes: info@enesrentacar.net
(click here).
Transfer time from Dalaman airport to Villa Guzel is approximately 1
hr 45 mins. Private transfer can be arranged and will take you directly
to the villa in Kalkan.
| Dalaman (Each Way) | Car 1-3 people £70 | Minibus 4-6 £90 | Mercedes Sprinter 7-13 £130 |
| Antalya (Each Way) | Car 1-3 people £130 | Minibus 4-6 £150 | Mercedes Sprinter 7-13 £200 |
Visas:
To enter Turkey, UK visitors no longer need a tourist visa and can travel using just their passports.
Charges for other nationalities vary and you should consult your local travel agency or Turkish consulate for information on the current visa charges.
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