In this issue

From its roots as a seasonal escape, Bodrum has grown into an year-round destination where keeping a hand on the pulse of new projects is now a full-time task. Unlike a few years ago when new openings used to mark the beginning of the summer season, they now appear in winter to test the local market and gain the trust of those who reside in the area.

Some of these new(ish) locations seem to be predestined to become the new talk of the town: Cevat Yıldırım’s İxir bar, where former Istanbulites flock to relive their city memories; 2019's new favorite spot for locals to socialize—Bodrum Müdavim; and well-known international brand Buddha-Bar, that recently opened at Caresse. Although each one of them is distinctive on its own terms, they captivate the collective attention and overall interest in the new.

Bodrum is expecting heavy crowds this season, and hotels started filling up as early as the first week of April with visitors from around the world. This gave us the opportunity to share a variety of interests that are reflected in the pages of this issue.

Assuming that you might be looking for some basic info from previous editions, and trying to avoid repetitions at the same time, we also made it easier for you to find whatever you need by sharing relevant online content using QR codes on the following pages. Now that you have all the crucial information about Bodrum, both in English and in Turkish within your phone’s reach, we wish you memorable 2019 holidays filled with nothing but ease and effortlessness.

The Guide Bodrum Magazine Description:

The Guide Bodrum has been published annually both in English and Turkish by Apa Uniprint since 1993. The magazine is an essential guide to the area, offering candid recommendations and expert advice on restaurants and cafés, nightlife, arts and the entertainment scene, as well as design, fashion, tourist locales, and undiscovered retreats. We are a publication based on the principles of unwavering honesty and an insistence upon quality. Our goal is to simplify choices and make life easier for travelers and locals alike by providing information on select venues and events.