Antalya: turkey’s ‘winter winner’

The Turkish province of Antalya is a very popular winter holiday destination, according to official data...

Figures from the Antalya Culture and Tourism Office (ACTO) showed that more than 273,000 people visited the region during January and February 2008. This suggests that the province has become a popular choice among those who want to head abroad during winter.

A Spokesperson for the ACTO commented: “Overseas property investors planning to enter a foreign buy-to-let market may be tempted to consider Antalya, since this means there is year-round demand for rental accommodation. Therefore, it may be a more lucrative investment than a location with a more seasonal tourist trade”.

Data from the tourist office showed that Antalya appeals to people of various nationalities, as most visitors came from countries including Germany, Israel, Russia and France. This follows the release of official