Fethiye Times News – Week Ending 1st June 2025

Fethiye Celebrated Culinary and Cultural Unity with 3rd International Gastronomy, Culture and Friendship Festival

Welcome to our pick of last week’s news from Fethiye and around Turkey. Curated from various news sources. 🧿 LOCAL NEWS Fethiye Celebrates Culinary and Cultural Unity with 3rd International Gastronomy, Culture and Friendship Festival Fethiye once again brought together cultures and flavours with the successful hosting of the 3rd International Gastronomy, Culture and Friendship Festival. […]

14 Beaches, 4 Marinas and 5 Boats in Fethiye Awarded Blue Flags for 2025

Blue Flag Beaches

The iconic Blue Flag, a globally recognised symbol of clean and environmentally friendly tourism, has once again graced the shores of Fethiye. In 2025, a total of 14 beaches, 4 marinas and 5 boats in the region have earned the prestigious accolade following inspections overseen by Fethiye Municipality. The awards were officially delivered by municipal […]

Fethiye’s Secret Flavour: Mercimek Yoğurtlama 

Lentil Yogurt

Have you ever tasted Mercimek Yoğurtlama (Lentil Yogurt), one of Fethiye’s best-kept culinary secrets? While Fethiye is well known for its turquoise coastlines and lush nature, its local cuisine is just as rich and vibrant — and Mercimek Yoğurtlama  is a true hidden gem that deserves a spot on your table. What is Mercimek Yoğurtlama ? […]

Turkey Named a Top Eco-Friendly Destination in Wanderlust’s 2025 Travel Green List

Wanderlust

The June/July issue of Wanderlust has landed – and it brings exciting news for Turkey. The prestigious travel magazine has included Turkey in its much-anticipated Travel Green List 2025, spotlighting the country as one of the world’s most eco-friendly travel destinations. Now in its third year, the Travel Green List showcases 50 remarkable destinations and […]

Fethiye Mayor Alim Karaca Shows True Sportsmanship by Celebrating Galatasaray’s Victory

Galatasaray

Fethiye Mayor Alim Karaca, a dedicated Fenerbahçe supporter and a congress member of the club, drew widespread praise after publicly celebrating Galatasaray’s Super League championship—while wearing a Galatasaray scarf. Mayor Karaca joined thousands of fans in Beşkaza Square, Fethiye’s largest gathering space, to mark Galatasaray’s 25th league title and third consecutive championship. The red-and-yellow club […]

Fethiye Times News – Week Ending 18th May 2025

Patara Lighthouse to Shine Again as a Night Museum Centrepiece

Welcome to our pick of last week’s news from Fethiye and around Turkey. Curated from various news sources. 🧿 LOCAL NEWS Awareness Event at Akmaz Public Beach Marks Disability Week in Fethiye As part of Disability Week, observed from May 10 to 16, an awareness event was held at Akmaz Public Beach in Fethiye, bringing together […]

Luton TurkFest 2025 – a celebration of culture and community

Luton TurkFest

The much-anticipated Luton TurkFest returns to Stockwood Park, Luton, in 2025, offering a vibrant and immersive celebration of Turkey’s rich cultural heritage. Organised annually by the Luton Turkish Education and Culture Centre, and proudly supported by sponsors and the wider community, the festival continues its tradition of bringing people together through culture, food, music, and […]

Fethiye Times News – Week Ending 11th May 2025

Number of Caretta Caretta Nests on İztuzu Beach Reaches 10

Welcome to our pick of last week’s news from Fethiye and around Turkey. Curated from various news sources. 🧿 LOCAL NEWS Traditional Mother’s Day Bazaar Held in Fethiye The traditional Mother’s Day Bazaar, organised by the Fethiye Tourism Promotion Culture Environment and Education Foundation (FETAV), was held in Beşkaza Square and attracted great interest from both […]

UK Ambassdor to Turkey visits Fethiye

UK Ambassdor to Turkey visits Fethiye

Her Excellency Jill Morris, the British Ambassador to Turkey, paid a visit to Fethiye Mayor Alim Karaca at his office, accompanied by a diplomatic delegation. During the meeting, Ambassador Morris and Mayor Karaca exchanged views on the 2025 tourism season and recent developments in the district. Expressing her pleasure at returning to Fethiye, Ambassador Morris […]