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Kusadasi, one of
Turkey's principle holiday resorts, offers an excellent environment for
an unforgettable holiday. Situated on the west coast of Turkey- 90km
south of Izmir, Kusadasi, is reputed for one of the most attractive city
of the Aegean, as it is close to the important historical sites
including Ephesus, Shrine of Virgin Mary, Didyma, Priene, Miletos-the
principals of ancient times, and ideal for sightseers.
Entry Requirements
You will need a valid passport and also a
visa is required to enter the country for all United States visitors. If
you are flying into Turkey to board your cruise, visas are available
right in the airport as a normal function of immigration. There is no
need to acquire one in advance. If you are arriving by ship, the cruise
line should offer to obtain one for you or help you obtain one.
What is Kusadasi like?
Kusadasi is a smaller resort city residing
on a beautiful bay that is one of the most beautiful. With a population
of over 50,000 full time residents, Kusadasi offers excellent shopping,
wonderful beaches and access to some of the most fabulous ruins in the
world. There is much to see and do here.
Where is
the shopping?
1. The Kusadasi Bazaar
The main
shopping streets of downtown Kusadasi offer excellent shopping, as do
the side streets, boutiques and mini malls. There are some nice
boutiques along the coastline as well.
2. Kusadasi Shopping Street
Head past the
Kusadasi bazaar and continue walking until you come to a broad shopping
street. From here shopping streets extend in all directions. The narrow
pedestrian streets offer some of the best shopping, but be prepared to
negotiate.
What is
there to buy?
Carpet salesmen are everywhere. But the
first desicion for carpets must be the carpet villages arround Kusadasi
instead of stores. Unless you want to purchase a carpet, stay on your
toes. Beyond carpets, Kusadasi has a great selection of clothing,
leather goods, ceramics, electronics, watches, jewelry, gold, Turkish
crafts and collectibles (evil eyes are everywhere) and much more.
What is
there to do? And how?
Right across from the port is a small island
connected to the coast by a footbridge called Guvercin Adasi. The walled
fort contains a museum and is well worth exploring. I once spent an
afternoon sipping Turkish coffee and listening to classical music here
and will remember it forever.
Kusadasi itself is wonderful, but the reason
to come to Kusadasi is to visit Ephesus some 30 miles away. Even if you
couldn't care less about ancient history, you will find Ephesus the
highlight of your cruise.
You can take an excursion from
Sisan Tours and
Travel Agency which is a member of
Tursab ( Association of
Turkish Travel Agencies).
Is there anything of
“Don’t Miss” quality?
Yes, Ephesus must not be missed. You will love it.
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