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 ? […]

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 […]

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 […]

Fethiye Times News – Week Ending 27th April 2025

Tobacco Control Inspections Carried Out in Commercial Vehicles in Fethiye

Welcome to our pick of last week’s news from Fethiye and around Turkey. Curated from various news sources. 🧿 LOCAL NEWS 3rd Babadağ Ultra Marathon Takes Place in Fethiye The Fethiye Babadağ Ultra Marathon, organised for the third time this year, took place with colourful scenes and fierce competitions. The event, held in cooperation with the […]

Fethiye celebrates National Sovereignty and Children’s Day

The 23rd of April is a unique and very special international celebration. The founder of the Turkish Republic, Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, dedicated this day to the children of the country to emphasize that they are the future of the new nation. National Sovereignty and Children’s Day (Ulusal Egemenlik ve Çocuk Bayramı) commemorates the inauguration of the […]

Fethiye Times News – Week Ending 13th April 2025

14th Yeşilüzümlü Dastar and Morel Mushroom Festival

Welcome to our pick of last week’s news from Fethiye and around Turkey. Curated from various news sources. 🧿 LOCAL NEWS 14th Yeşilüzümlü Dastar and Morel Mushroom Festival Welcomes Thousands The 14th Yeşilüzümlü Dastar and Morel Mushroom Festival brought colour, culture, and community spirit to the Yeşilüzümlü neighbourhood of Fethiye over the weekend. Organised by Fethiye […]

Fethiye Times News – Week Ending 6th April 2025

Spectacular Lightning Storms Light Up Fethiye Skies

Welcome to our pick of last week’s news from Fethiye and around Turkey. Curated from various news sources. 🧿 LOCAL NEWS Spectacular Lightning Storms Light Up Fethiye Skies A series of dramatic lightning storms dazzled residents and visitors in Fethiye this week, painting the night skies with spectacular bursts of light. Local photographer Hamdi Yaman captured […]

Fethiye Times News – Week Ending 30th March 2025

Pre-Holiday Inspections Carried Out in Muğla

Welcome to our pick of last week’s news from Fethiye and around Turkey. Curated from various news sources. 🧿 LOCAL NEWS Pre-Holiday Inspections Carried Out in Muğla Muğla Provincial Directorate of Agriculture and Forestry teams conducted extensive inspections ahead of the Ramadan Feast, meticulously checking hygiene, freshness, and pricing in production facilities and sales points of […]