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Mavi Bar

Mavi – AKA the Blue Bar – is among the oldest and best-loved in Bodrum, about 15 minutes’ drive away. Set in a whitewashed stone house with bougainvillea bursting from the terrace, it’s not a flashy kind of place – with décor more rustic than razzamatazz. Its appeal, though, lies in its friendly, laid-back atmosphere. That and the live bands, which play everything from Nineties rock to classic jazz.

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  • With its huge networks of slides, flumes and tubes, Dedeman Aquapark over in Bodrum promises hours of water-based fun. You can take a near-vertical drop on the Kamikaze and enjoy the special light effects as you tumble into the Black Hole. Along with a wave pool and artificial river, there are wet-play areas for even very small children, plus plenty of eating places and sunbathing spots.

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    This annual tutu-fest is proudly described as Turkey’s only ballet festival. For a fortnight every August, the event takes over the impressive interior of Bodrum Castle, with Turkish and international ballet companies gathering to perform. The dancers don’t start ’til well into the evening, so you’ll have time for dinner and a waterfront stroll first.

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    Tuesday is textile day at the bazaar in Bodrum. The marketplace turns into a rainbow collage of rugs, scarves, kilims, curtains and clothing made in traditional Turkish style. Traders come from all over the region to haggle theatrically over their wares, and if you’ve got the gift of the gab you can pick up some real bargains here. It’s also a good place to buy the local pick-me-up, apple tea.

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    Over in nearby Gumbet, Central Bar is all about the show – so expect bar-top dance-offs and even pyrotechnics. If you’re not in an exhibitionist mood, you can stick to throwing some shapes on the small dancefloor – or you can just sit back and listen to the music from one of the outdoor tables.

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    If you fancy seeing Bodrum from a saddle, now’s your chance. In May, cyclists take in almost every bike trail in town as they whizz their way from Neyzen Tevfik Street to the Quay Centre. For those who’d rather do without the 2 wheels, you’ve got dance performances, acrobats and live bands.

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    The calm water here goes very well with watersports. You can paddle around in a dinghy, have a go at windsurfing or take it up a notch with jet-skiing, waterskiing and parasailing. The diving round these parts is pretty good, too – if you’re lucky you’ll see octopus, turtles, lobsters and dolphins.

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    This little seafood restaurant has been going for more than 20 years, during which time it’s served the likes of Jeremy Irons and Bo Derek. It’s a bit on the pricey side, but the friendly staff, waterfront location and famous grilled octopus make it worth it. The place does get busy, though, so be sure to book ahead.

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    The restaurants in Torba have menus full of authentic Turkish food, from tasty meze to real charcoal-grilled kebabs. The waterfront eating places are popular for suppers that come with a sunset view, and they also make the most of the fresh fish, serving up dishes like barbecued sea bream and octopus. Style-wise, restaurants along here run from rustic through to sophisticated.

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    This restaurant is loved by locals as well as holidaymakers. Right in the middle there’s a huge charcoal grill where fish, chicken, steak, vegetables and the famous ‘1-metre kebabs’ get sizzled to perfection. Soft lighting, flower arrangements and a pretty outdoor terrace show that, while the food prices are cheap, the décor and atmosphere certainly aren’t.

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