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Sorry! Been a bit lax on the blogging front recently

First of all... sorry! We've been a bit lax on the blogging front recently, simply because we have just been so busy! We had a week off at the end of June and went to Puerto Pollensa in Mallorca to stay with some friends in their villa, which was absolutely gorgeous. Totally relaxing. Our friends were lovely, their villa very luxurious and the weather was great... but we did notice that everything was so much more expensive there than in Kalkan - and the food not nearly as good (or varied)! Although we thoroughly enjoyed our stay, we just couldn't help comparing... Anyway, since we got back it has all gone a bit manic. Bookings are flooding in for villas & apartments alike, and we are already getting a high percentage of enquiries for 2018 - apparently Monarch have just released flight details for 2018 and there are some real bargains to be had if you get in quick.

Monarch have just released Dalaman flights for 2018

With all this frenetic activity it has been hard to keep on top of everything - and we have a week in Kalkan coming up, so there's even more to do to get everything up to date before we go. However, once there, we might be able to do a few "holiday experience" blogs because that's what we are going to be there for - an actual holiday, in Kalkan  Yippee!!

we'll be on one of these next week....

We'll be reporting on the boat trip and visits to restaurants and bars etc... what's nice is that we are also bringing some friends who are Kalkan "virgins" - so of course, we'll be asking them for their thoughts too. It will be fascinating to see it through the eyes of people who are seeing it for the first time. Till next week, then :)

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Nur Apartments "Make us an offer" campaign withdrawn

With immediate effect, due to a recent upsurge in enquiries at the Nur Apartments, Kalkan, the  "WOW - make us an offer" campaign has been withdrawn. Existing bookings made under the campaign will, of course, be honoured; going forward, normal published prices apply. Specific weeks may be offered at reduced prices to fill remaining gaps but we will no longer accept offers. 2017 is suddenly starting to look much better than 2016 and this can only be good news for all of Kalkan's businesses. (Perhaps not such good news for those potential guests leaving it to the last minute to get a bargain - they may get a bit of a shock when they come to book)! #Kalkan2017

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The Kalkan Secrets website gets a facelift!

New updated website: www.kalkansecrets.com

At Kalkan Secrets, we always listen to feedback from our guests and owners. Our website has grown and grown over the last couple of years with so many new properties and services being added so quickly - which is great, of course - but you have told us:

The website was generally ok but some aspects (such as enquiry forms and calendars) didn't always work well on mobile devices

We needed a location map for all the properties. Listing them just by area is all very well - but if you don't actually know the names of all the areas in Kalkan, it doesn't help much!

The colour scheme was getting a bit... well... confused

Navigation wasn't always easy, because of the way the page menu was displayed (especially on mobile devices, again)

So... we listened. And we have now given the site a little bit of a facelift and have improved the functionality a lot, to include:

New mobile-friendly search forms and availability calendars

A location map showing the location of all our properties (www.kalkansecrets.com/locations)

A new, simpler blue-on-white colour scheme

A few subtle changes to the way the menu works (ie, drop down menus for each sub-page under the main headings)

We hope this makes for a better browsing experience, but we'd welcome your feedback. Please let us know what you think in the comments box below!

Many thanks and kind regards

Martyn and Fiona

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Villa Of The Week -10% off listed prices.

From Sunday 26th February to Sunday 5th March 2017:

Villa Mercan is situated in the sought-after Komurluk area, with breathtaking and uninterrupted views of Kalkan Bay, offering stunning sunsets; the harbour and lights of Kalkan also give a spectacular evening view, especially from the extensive Ottoman cushioned seating area on the roof terrace. The Villa is within easy walking distance to the historic old town and the abundance of restaurants, bars and shops; the beach clubs are also close by, with the Palm Beach Club literally just 100 metres away!

Bedrooms (all with ensuite bathrooms)

Villa Mercan has 4 Bedrooms  and sleeps up to 8 as follows:

Bedroom 1 - 1 Extra Lg. Double Bed, walk in shower, remote operated dress mirror

Bedroom 2 - 1 Extra Lg. Double Bed, walk in shower, remote operated dress mirror

Bedroom 3 - 1 Extra Lg. Double Bed, walk in shower

Bedroom 4 - Twin Beds; walk in shower

Notes on bedrooms: 3 of the bedrooms are Queen-sized double beds and 1 bedroom has two single beds.

All the bedrooms have mood LED mood lighting and have en-suite facilities with walk in showers; one shower room also has a bath. All bedrooms have wonderful uninterrupted sea views from full sized glass front and all bedrooms have balconies.

All bedrooms have Wi-Fi connectivity.

Bathrooms

Bathroom 1 - Toilet, Shower Enclosure, Large Wet Room with Shower, Hand Basin Vanity Unit & Toilet

Bathroom 2 - Toilet, Shower Enclosure, Large Wet Room with Shower, Hand Basin Vanity Unit & Toilet

Bathroom 3 - Toilet, Shower Enclosure, Large Wet Room with Shower, Hand Basin Vanity Unit & Toilet

Bathroom 4 - Toilet, Bath with Shower, Shower Enclosure, Large Wet Room with Shower, Bath, Hand Basin Vanity & Toilet

All en-suite bathrooms are equipped with stunning marble walk in showers, WC/bidet; one of the doubles also has a bath. There is a separate WC on the ground floor.

Notes on accommodation: Barbecue, Private Pool, Parking, Garden, Air Conditioning, Central Heating, Internet Access, Satellite TV are all provided.

Outside

Private infinity pool offering wonderful sea views.

Pool terrace with garden pergola, sunbeds, garden furniture, BBQ and another set of table and chairs for al fresco dining.

Ornate trees, potted plants and a shaded rattan cushioned seating area complete the experience.

Full size roof terrace with huge Ottoman relaxation area, Jacuzzi and kitchenette with fridge freezer, sink and lighting for roof top entertaining.

Utility Room

There is a separate laundry room with Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer, Iron, ironing board, WC, sink and storage cupboards.

Cleaning / Towels / Linen / Maid service: 

Villa Mercan has a deep clean prior to arrival. There is an additional clean in the middle of 2 week stays, when towels and linen are changed. Daily or every other day-cleans can be arranged at additional cost if required. The swimming pool is cleaned daily.

10% off all listed prices!

More details here: www.kalkansecrets.com/accommodation/villamercan

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What brings you to Kalkan?

We've had some interesting responses so far - if you haven't taken part in this poll yet, why not give your opinion now?

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What's the most important factor when choosing Kalkan accommodation?

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What do you do when you have just spent a week in your favourite place on Earth and you really don't want to go home yet... but your flight home is booked for this evening? :(

Well, I don't know what YOU do. What WE do is: get online, cancel this evening's flights and re-book for Monday instead!

Yay! Four more days & nights in Paradise! :) :) :)

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Mad. Crazy. Barking. Not quite right in the head... must be the sun.

Yes, it's June. And next month it's July... the month of Independence Day, St. Swithin's Day, etc... but you'd be forgiven for thinking it's March, because we've gone a bit mad. Mad as a March Hare, in fact. Don't worry, it's not catching... but the fact of the matter is we've got a few vacant weeks in the Nur Apartments in July this year, which is unheard of... and one of us (guess who?) had a bit of a senior moment and suggested maybe reducing the price a bit. We've been ridiculously busy over the last week or so, what with the new Direct-to-Owner listings coming onto the site, so we got out in the sun yesterday to relax. I think the sun must have gone to my head or something (nothing to stop it, after all), but for a limited period only we've agreed we will accept SENSIBLE offers for a week or two in one of the Nur Apartments.  First come, first served. We could close this offer at any time, probably whenever we come to our senses. It's got to be a sensible offer too (we've still got our usual costs to cover, after all) - but a bit of haggling never hurt anyone. Famous last words. Anyway... did we mention... flights are currently cheap too!  Get in quick and grab a bargain before we recover our composure. Just head to the website and look for the "special offer" flashes on the following Nur Apartments:  Sunrise (1-bed)  Sunset (1-bed) Moonlight (twin) Daybreak (2-bed) Dusk (1/2 bed).  www.kalkansecrets.com