Marmaris Info

Smoking in Marmaris Turkey is subject to current laws, regulations and we believe you should know your rights

New Dust transport warning issued by the Met office for Marmaris

One of the most important national days in Turkey is here: the Commemoration of Atatürk, Youth and Sports Day.

Is it true that Marmaris too expensive now Brits’ Favourite Holiday Destination? Recently many people say that Marmaris is therefore “empty”.

Central roads in Marmaris and İçmeler will be closed to traffic and pedestrians on April 29, 30, and May 1, 2025, due to the Presidential Tour of Türkiye.

If you love McDonald’s and are coming to Marmaris this is bad news. Big Mac, fries and a coke anyone? When it comes to fast food it’s McDonald’s that comes out for many of you. There is no denying that McDonald’s fans are going to be disappointed in Marmaris this year. According to our recent observations two out of three McDonald’s restaurants have been closed in Marmaris. Many tend to believe these closures are temporary. However, the bad news is that the location of the two closed McDonald’s in Marmaris have been removed from the map of the Turkish franchise of McDonald’s. It is not a secret that Anadolu Group Holding that has been operating the Turkish franchise of McDonald’s since 2005, which has over 250 branches across the country and employed 6,000 workers, sold all of its shares to Qatari Boheme Investment GmbH for $54.5 million. Vienna-based Boheme Investment Click here for details >>

The following are the announced school terms and holiday dates for primary and secondary schools in Turkey. Please note that schools have the autonomy to determine their own term dates. The schools in Turkey will continue to consult on and determine recommended dates, as outlined below, but schools are now able to vary these dates as they see fit. You are advised to contact your child’s school directly to confirm their term dates. School Term and Holiday Dates for the Academic Year 2025-26 in Turkey When does the school year begin in Turkey in 2025? AUTUMN TERM Monday 8 September – Friday 16 January 2025 Primary schools will start the academic year on Monday 1 September to allow the youngest school children adjust to the school life before the actual year begins School holiday Monday 10 November – Friday 14 November School holiday Monday 19 January – Friday 30 January Click here for details >>

What is the biggest cycling event in Turkey and when will it take place in Marmaris? The local community in Marmaris and its regular visitors are already getting excited about the biggest cycling event in Turkey!

Get ready to make this your most memorable week with the children friendly fun in Marmaris. This week is filled with fun and activities for the annual Children