Caravanserais: Shelters of the Ancient Trade Routes
Long before modern hotels and motorways, weary travellers crossing the vast landscapes of the Middle East and Central Asia relied on caravanserais. These were sturdy roadside inns built along ancient trade routes, offering accommodation, protection and shelter for merchants, their animals and precious goods. Caravanserais were especially important along the legendary Silk Road — the […]
Fethiye Times Midweek Edition – Thursday 26th February 2026
Welcome to our midweek round-up of the latest news and updates from Fethiye and across Turkey. Curated from various news sources. Landslide Closes Seydikemer Road, Teams Working to Reopen Seydikemer, MUĞLA – Work is continuing uninterrupted after a landslide struck the road connecting the Bağlıağaç and Arsa neighbourhoods in the Seydikemer district, cutting off transport […]
Cirencester: The Capital of the Cotswolds
There’s something quietly confident about Cirencester. Perhaps it’s the sweep of honey-coloured stone along its historic streets, or the sense that beneath your feet lies layer upon layer of history. Known as the Capital of the Cotswolds, this elegant market town blends Roman grandeur with medieval prosperity and modern-day charm — and does so effortlessly. […]
The cheapest places for a holiday in Turkey
Turkey continues to top the list for Brits seeking sunshine without stretching their budget. In fact, recent reports show Turkey ranking among the cheapest family holiday destinations for UK travellers, thanks to favourable exchange rates and competitive package prices. If you’re hoping to get more for your money, we’ve rounded up some of the best […]
Phrygian Valley: Land of Kings, Myths and Monuments
Tucked away in the wide, rolling uplands between Seyitgazi and Afyonkarahisar, the Phrygian Valley — Frig Vadisi — feels like a secret that Anatolia has chosen to keep. This is not a landscape that shouts for attention. It whispers instead, with wind moving through carved rock, birds circling forgotten temples, and the quiet presence of […]
Fethiye Times News – Week Ending 22nd February 2026
Welcome to our pick of last week’s news from Fethiye and around Turkey. Curated from various news sources. NEWS Fethiye Mayor Alim Karaca Joins Citizens at Çatalarık İftar Fethiye, MUĞLA – Fethiye Municipality marked the first day of Ramadan by hosting a communal iftar at the Çatalarık Social Facilities, bringing residents together in a spirit […]
United Kingdom: Four nations. One story.
In the north, the lochs and legends of Scotland. In the west, the lyrical landscapes of Wales. Across the Irish Sea, Northern Ireland’s raw coastline and resilient spirit. And at the heart of it all, England — layered, lived-in, endlessly evolving. Together, they form the United Kingdom — a place where history isn’t locked behind […]
Fethiye Times Midweek Edition – Thursday 19th February 2026
Welcome to our midweek round-up of the latest news and updates from Fethiye and across Turkey. Curated from various news sources. Fethiye Municipality Teams Mobilised After Severe Storm Fethiye, MUĞLA – Following heavy rainfall and a powerful storm, Fethiye Municipality teams have been working continuously since last night to tackle the effects of the extreme weather. […]
Fethiye Times News – Week Ending 15th February 2026
Welcome to our pick of last week’s news from Fethiye and around Turkey. Curated from various news sources. NEWS Severe Weather Batters Muğla as Flooding, Storms and Rescues Hit Multiple Districts Fethiye, MUĞLA – Heavy rainfall and stormy weather across Muğla province caused flooding, rising streams, transport disruption and emergency rescues in several districts, including […]
Plymouth Barbican: Britain’s Most Historic Waterfront
From historic voyages and hidden cobbles to enduring family businesses and delicious eats, Plymouth’s Barbican is more than a picturesque waterfront — it is a living, breathing record of England’s maritime story. Few places in England can claim such a deep and enduring connection to the sea. For centuries, this vibrant port has been a […]