Out and About:

• Ephesus - 150km from Club Phokaia is the magnificent ancient city of Ephesus. The ruins are the best preserved of any ancient site in the Mediterranean, the Temple of Artemis was one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Despite only a small part of the site being excavated to date, there is so much to see – wander through ancient streets, see the remains of the library – the most impressive ruin at Ephesus, the public baths, markets and ruins of terraced houses. Originally a seaport, the ruins now reside some 5km away from the coast. For the real culture vultures out there, check out the regular festivals at Ephesus, last summers highlights included the Tokyo ballet, Vienna Chamber Orchestra, Puccini and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s show Phantasia.

• Pamukkale - Pamukkale, or  'Cotton Castle' in Turkish is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is an amazing configuration of bright white stalactites, natural basins and pools formed by water with a high calcium content flowing down the cliffs, leaving behind calcium deposits. The natural pools, shelves and ridges attract tourists from all over the world. Even if you have never been to Turkey you will probably have seen this famous site on many a postcard.

The above are bookable locally, subject to availability

On the water:

Waterskiing and wakeboarding
• 2 Ski boats
• A variety of skis and wakeboards
• Waterskiing and Wakeboarding is included free of charge
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Sailing - Tuition is progressive and flexible. Clinics for beginners to experts are included covering the RYA National Sailing Scheme. • 10 LaserBug
• 30 Laser Pico
• 30 Laser 1
• 16 Laser Bahia
• 10 Dart 16
• 4 Laser SB3
• 4 RS500
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Windsurfing - Tuition is progressive and flexible. Clinics for beginners to experts are included covering the RYA National Windsurfing Scheme. A selection of beginner, intermediate and advanced, boards + rigs for all ages, to suit all abilities and the changing conditions. • 60 Beginner and intermediate boards
• 80 rigs (3.5m - 8m) plus junior rigs

Kayaking • 30 one and two seater kayaks.

Scuba Diving & Snorkelling
• A selection of snorkels and masks
• A try dive is included in your holiday and a wide range of dive courses from Discover Scuba to 4 day PADI Open Water are pre-bookable through us at a supplement.

On the shore:

Beach - Secluded beach with loungers.

Gardens - Hammocks and swing loungers.

Turkish Baths - Steam, Sauna, Jaacuzzi, Massage, Health and Beauty.

Swimming - Outdoor olympic size pool and an indoor pool.

Tennis - 4 floodlit courts (tennis rackets and balls provided).  Group tuition is included.  Private tuition can be booked. at a supplement (subject to availability).

Biking - Gary Fisher mountain bikes. Resident instructors happy to help you choose some trails or join in one of the guided daily tours.

Fitness - A range of classes including fitball, circuits and stretch

Other activities - Volleyball, Table Tennis, Basketball, Mini Golf and 5 a side Football Pitch.

Weather:

We show wind strength using the Beaufort scale. This internationally recognised system represents the speed of the wind and the effects it has on the sailing environment.

  • Force 0 under 1 mph - Hardly any effect.
  • Force 1 1-3 mph - Very gentle wind.
  • Force 2 4-6 mph - Light sailing wind.
  • Force 3 7-10 mph - Good conditions.
  • Force 4 11-15 mph - Hard for beginners.
  • Force 5 16-21 mph - Experts only.

Meltemi winds blow slightly offshore creating good morning conditions for waterskiing and wakeboarding, with stronger wind sailing and windsurfing in the afternoon for more confident sailors. The winds build steadily throughout the day to a typical Force 3-4.

Average temperature 26 ºC and 9 hours of sunshine