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Fethiye Times News – Week Ending 27th October 2024

Lyn Ward
October 28, 2024
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Welcome to our pick of last week’s news from Fethiye and around Türkiye.

Curated from various news sources.

NEWS

Fire in garbage container in Fethiye brought under control

In an unexpected incident, a fire broke out in a garbage container located next to Uğur Mumcu Park in Fethiye. Thanks to the swift response of nearby residents and the local municipality teams, the blaze was quickly brought under control, preventing it from spreading further or causing additional damage.

Passersby noticed smoke coming from the container and promptly alerted both fire crews and municipal officials. Before the firefighters arrived, several community members took immediate action, using nearby resources to contain the flames. Once on the scene, fire crews conducted a thorough check to ensure the fire was fully extinguished and to assess any lingering risks.

Source: Fethiye Haber Bülteni

Coast Guard Boat opens to visitors in Fethiye on Republic Day

As part of the October 29 Republic Day celebrations, Fethiye residents will have a unique opportunity to visit the TCSG-911 Coast Guard Boat, which will be open to the public at the Fethiye City Pier on Tuesday, October 29, from 09:00 to 17:00. The Coast Guard Command, which plays a crucial role in safeguarding Türkiye’s maritime security, will offer insight into its mission and daily operations.

This event aims to raise awareness about maritime safety and security, particularly among children and young adults. Visitors will have the chance to explore the boat’s interior, learn about its specialized equipment, and interact with coast guard personnel to gain firsthand knowledge of their vital work.

Authorities have encouraged Fethiye residents to participate in this special event to celebrate Republic Day together. They emphasized the importance of uniting as a community to honor the Republic’s founding and extended heartfelt Republic Day greetings to all citizens.

Source: https://www.fethiyetv.com/cumhuriyet-bayraminda-fethiyede-sahil-guvenlik-botu-ziyarete-aciliyor

Blue voyage season wraps up in tourism hub Bodrum

As the summer season winds down, the scenic town of Bodrum in Muğla, a tourism hotspot, sees an influx of private and commercial boats pulled ashore for essential maintenance. This follows a successful season in which thousands of local and international visitors experienced the famed “blue voyages” along the Turkish Riviera, renowned for its breathtaking coastlines and luxury marine experiences.

Approximately 600 commercial vessels, offering a combined bed capacity of 7,000, operated in Bodrum this season, hosting around 8,000 daily visitors from Europe and the Middle East. This influx bolstered the local economy and positioned Bodrum’s marine tourism as a significant contributor to Turkey’s national income, with around 90 percent of marine tourism revenue generated along Muğla’s coastlines, including Bodrum, Marmaris, and Fethiye.

Orhan Dinç, head of the Bodrum Chamber of Shipping (DTO), highlighted that Bodrum’s three marinas operated at full capacity throughout the season. Now, as the region transitions to winter, shipyards have become busy hubs for the maintenance and repair of yachts, especially those exceeding 20 meters.

With marine tourism accounting for 25 percent of Turkey’s tourism revenue, Bodrum’s thriving blue cruise sector remains a high-value industry, attracting visitors across various budgets and contributing substantial foreign currency to the nation.

Source: https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/blue-voyage-season-wraps-up-in-tourism-hub-bodrum-201955

Türkiye produces 92% of world’s pine honey

Türkiye, responsible for producing an impressive 92% of the world’s pine honey, continues to lead the way in honey production globally, Ziya Sahin, President of the Turkish Beekeepers Central Union, announced Friday. Speaking at the opening of the “Ordu Beekeeping and Bee Products Fair” in Yeni Ordu Stadium, Altinordu, Sahin highlighted Türkiye’s longstanding presence in international markets, particularly the European Union, which has imported Turkish pine honey for almost 40 years.

Türkiye ranks second worldwide in honey production and bee population, a testament to its robust beekeeping sector. “Türkiye stands out as the world’s only producer of pine honey,” Sahin said. Each year, approximately 15,000 to 20,000 tons of pine honey are exported globally, with the EU being a primary market.

Beyond pine honey, Türkiye has expanded its export of wax honey, primarily to Balkan and Arab countries, where annual exports reach 6,000-7,000 tons. “Türkiye is a paradise for honey,” Sahin stated, underscoring that Türkiye is a net exporter of honey products.

At the fair, Sahin called on consumers to seek reliable honey from branded, union-backed sources, highlighting a price discrepancy in the market that may indicate compromised quality. “We are disheartened to see honey sold as low as 50-100 liras,” Sahin said, adding that the cost of producing a kilogram of authentic honey is around 261 liras.

The fair, organized by the Ordu Beekeepers Union and featuring 28 companies from various provinces, underscores the importance of industry support in maintaining Türkiye’s global standing. Attendees, including Ordu Metropolitan Mayor Mehmet Hilmi Guler, interacted with beekeeping industry representatives, marking the event as a significant occasion for the sector.

As the fair concluded on Sunday, October 27, Türkiye’s position as a key player in the global honey industry, particularly with its unique pine honey production, continues to strengthen, driven by its commitment to quality and market expansion.

Source: https://www.turkiyetoday.com/business/turkiye-produces-92-of-worlds-pine-honey-70187/

Erzurum’s Palandöken gearing up for busy ski season

The Palandöken Ski Resort in Erzurum, one of Türkiye’s premier winter sports destinations, is set to open its slopes earlier than anticipated, as a brisk autumn ushers in winter temperatures. Final preparations are underway at the resort, where officials are readying facilities for an influx of visitors keen to hit the slopes. Known for its sweeping mountain views and world-class winter sports amenities, the Palandöken district draws millions of sports enthusiasts each year.

In anticipation of another busy season, teams have worked through the summer to upgrade facilities, including chair lifts, gondolas, cable cars, ski tracks, and snow-making systems. With repairs and maintenance now complete, the resort awaits temperatures to fall to around -5°C, the ideal climate for opening ski tracks with both natural and artificial snow.

Last season, the resort set a record with nearly 3 million visitors, and with Erzurum designated the “European Winter Sports Capital” and Türkiye’s “tourism capital” for 2025, officials expect even higher turnout this year. Zafer Aynalı, Erzurum Municipality’s general secretary, shared that the region has already received its first snowfall, with artificial snow-making equipment on standby to enhance slope conditions.

“We store snow from the previous season, which we use as a foundational layer on ski tracks in late November, before applying a new layer of artificial snow,” explained Aynalı, noting that this unique approach enables the resort to open earlier than competitors.

Night skiing, a distinctive feature of Palandöken, also continues to be a popular draw, offering skiers the rare thrill of gliding down illuminated slopes. This year, Aynalı anticipates a record-breaking 4 million visitors, bolstered by Erzurum’s increasing appeal on both domestic and international levels.

As temperatures drop and the snow solidifies, Palandöken Ski Resort stands poised for an exhilarating season, promising guests a winter sports experience unlike any other in Türkiye.

Source: https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/erzurums-palandoken-gearing-up-for-busy-ski-season-201897