Coastiva Editorial
26 days ago
SUMMER OVER? NOT A CHANCE!
September and October could be really busy on the Turkish Riviera.
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Coastiva Editorial
02.08.2026
🌲 Forests ablaze – the risk of forest fires remains extremely high
The ongoing heatwave and drought continue to take their toll on Turkey. In recent days, the fire service and forestry authorities have once again had to tackle numerous forest fires – including in the province of Antalya. Thanks to the rapid response from the air and on the ground, several fires have been brought under control, but the risk remains high.
Coastiva Editorial
15.07.2026
What annoys you most about the Turkish Riviera?
Everyone loves Turkey. But what needs to change as a matter of urgency?
Coastiva Editorial
13.07.2026
The mega water park continues to grow!
Anyone holidaying on the Turkish Riviera now has even more action to choose from. The popular Land of Legends theme park near Belek has opened its new water park area, ‘Waterfly’.
Coastiva Editorial
12.07.2026
232 award-winning beaches – Antalya remains the frontrunner!
The Turkish Riviera is once again among Europe’s most beautiful seaside destinations in 2026. With 232 Blue Flag beaches, Antalya is once again number one in Turkey. A total of 580 Turkish beaches have been awarded this international quality mark.
Coastiva Editorial
11.07.2026
Adults Only or a family hotel?
More and more hotels on the Turkish Riviera are adopting an ‘adults-only’ concept – in other words, holidays exclusively for adults. A recent example: the new Delta Hotels by Marriott Antalya Lara (18+) reported an occupancy rate of around 80 per cent for June, which was well above the average for many city centres.
Coastiva Editorial
10.07.2026
Holidays in Turkey are changing...
In the past, many holidaymakers used to stay for 10 to 14 days. Nowadays, more and more travellers are opting for shorter stays, but are more likely to treat themselves to a better hotel, an upgrade or special experiences.
Coastiva Editorial
09.07.2026
Antalya is on track to welcome 18 million tourists – yet many hotels are complaining about vacant rooms.
Antalya aims to welcome around 18 million international visitors in 2026. In the first six months alone, over 5.5 million air travellers from abroad have already arrived. Nevertheless, some hotels – particularly in Alanya – are reporting lower occupancy rates than expected. The reasons cited include higher travel costs, airfares and the economic situation in key source markets.
Coastiva Editorial
06.07.2026
The lira is falling – so why are holidays in Turkey still getting more expensive?
That actually sounds illogical, doesn’t it?
Coastiva Editorial
05.07.2026
Why can’t many Turks afford a holiday on the Turkish Riviera themselves?
Every year, millions of holidaymakers spend their summer in Side, Alanya, Belek or Antalya. Yet for many people who live and work here, a holiday in their own holiday destinations is hardly affordable.
Coastiva Editorial
04.07.2026
Should smoking in hotels be subject to stricter restrictions?
Hardly any other topic sparks such a wide range of opinions on holiday. Some people enjoy a cigarette on the balcony or the hotel terrace. Others find the smoke a nuisance – particularly whilst eating, by the pool, or when the smoke drifts into their own room.
Coastiva Editorial
03.07.2026
6 o’clock in the morning. The towel’s already there...
Hardly any other topic sparks more discussion on holiday than the infamous sun lounger reservation. Whilst some holidaymakers ‘reserve’ their favourite sun lounger with a towel first thing in the morning, they often don’t reappear until hours later.
