Fethiye Times News – Week Ending 29th June 2025

No Tolerance for Environmental Pollution in Fethiye

Welcome to our pick of last week’s news from Fethiye and around Turkey. Curated from various news sources. NEWS Forest Walk in Kayaköy, Fethiye Ends in Tragedy: One British Tourist Loses Life FETHIYE, TURKEY – A morning nature walk in the forested area of Kayaköy, Fethiye ended in tragedy on June 27, 2025, when one […]

Fethiye Times Midweek Edition – Thursday 26th June 2025

Crackdown on Illegal Holiday Rentals in Fethiye Continues — Over 6 Million TL in Fines Issued

Welcome to our midweek round-up of the latest news and updates from Fethiye and across Turkey. Curated from various news sources. Turkey Enters Critical Wildfire Season as Aydın Blaze Forces Evacuations TURKEY– Turkey has entered a high-alert wildfire season marked by soaring temperatures, prolonged drought, and heightened fire risks—conditions that have already triggered major incidents, […]

Cherries, Cherries, and More Cherries: Turkey’s Sweet Secret

Cherries

When you think of Turkey, your mind might wander to ancient ruins, bustling bazaars, or its legendary cuisine. But here’s something you might not know: Turkey is one of the largest producers of cherries (kiraz) in the world. That’s right—this beautiful country, with its diverse climate and fertile lands, produces hundreds of thousands of tonnes […]

Julie Lin Explores Istanbul’s Food Scene in BBC’s Discovering The World’s Table

Julie Lin

Chef and food influencer Julie Lin meets the new generation of female chefs at the heart of Istanbul’s vibrant food scene in new episode of Discovering The World’s Table on BBC News On June 28th and 29th, BBC News Channel’s flagship food programme Discovering The World’s Table follows chef and food influencer Julie Lin (@julielincooks) as she journeys to […]

Fethiye Times News – Week Ending 22nd June 2025

Motorcycle Awareness Initiative Held in Fethiye

Welcome to our pick of last week’s news from Fethiye and around Turkey. Curated from various news sources. NEWS Tourism in Fethiye Hanging by a Thread – Chairman of TÜRSAB Calls for Balance Plus: Warning from Muğla MP as Crisis Deepens Across Region FETHIYE, TURKEY – Tourism in one of Turkey’s most iconic holiday destinations […]

Turkey Launches $400 Million Climate-Resilient Forestry Project to Combat Wildfires and Climate Change

Forests and climate change

Türkiye has unveiled a major new initiative aimed at strengthening the country’s defences against climate change and wildfires. The $400 million Climate-Resilient Forestry Project, developed in partnership with the World Bank, was formally announced by Minister of Agriculture and Forestry Ibrahim Yumaklı during the International Workshop on Enhancing Cooperation for Integrated Forest Fire Management, held […]

Fethiye Times Midweek Edition – Thursday 19 June 2025

Coasts Need Protection, Not Panic: Experts Urge Calm Over Shark Sightings

Welcome to our midweek round-up of the latest news and updates from Fethiye and across Turkey. Curated from various news sources. 143 Hotels in Fethiye Unable to Open Due to Missing Documents As the summer season gets underway in Fethiye, 143 hotels remain closed due to missing tourism business certificates. Despite growing tourism activity in […]

Fethiye Times News – Week Ending 15th June 2025

Children Enjoy Kite Festival During Environment Week at Şehit Fethi Bey Park

Welcome to our pick of last week’s news from Fethiye and around Turkey. Curated from various news sources. NEWS Fethiye Hosts Sea Life Awareness Event for Turkey Environment Week As part of Turkey Environment Week, a special event was held in Fethiye to raise awareness about marine life and environmental conservation. The event featured a […]

Ferryhopper: making ferry travel easier

Ferryhopper

This article contains affiliate links. This means we may earn a commission if you click a link and make a purchase, at no extra cost to you. Ferryhopper is changing the way travellers cross from Turkey to Greece, making the popular Fethiye to Rhodes ferry route smoother and more accessible than ever before. With its […]

Fethiye Times News – Week Ending 8th June 2025

Coast Guard Cleans Seabed in Fethiye for World Environment Day

Welcome to our pick of last week’s news from Fethiye and around Turkey. Curated from various news sources. NEWS Coast Guard Cleans Seabed in Fethiye for World Environment Day To mark World Environment Day, the Fethiye Coast Guard Command diving team carried out a seabed cleaning operation along Fethiye Kordon, removing approximately 1.5 tons of […]