Straddling the two continents of Asia and Europe, Turkey is an intriguing combination of East and West. Bustling bazaars and ancient sites meet chic shops and vibrant towns, and hundreds of Blue Flag-awarded beaches offer irresistible stretches of sand perfect for relaxing on. The best of the beaches can be found on the country’s beautiful Aegean coast, where resorts including Bodrum and Dalaman are unwavering favourites for stylish beach breaks. Turquoise waters and lush countryside encourages visitors to get active, with a myriad of watersports to try on the waves, and adrenaline-fuelled activities on land, whilst authentic eateries are the ideal spot for downtime, sampling platters of delicious meze delivered with the warm, friendly hospitality this nation is known for.