Like most towns on the Lycian coast, Kaş lies wedged between mountains and sea. Kaş (ancient Antiphellus) still exhibits a few remains of the old settlement. An ancient theater on the long Kaş Peninsula is within walking distance of the town. Kekova, "home of the sun," is an island an hour from Dalyanagn (ancient Andriace) by sea, as well as the name of a whole ensemble of picturesque islands with numerous bays and ancient cities.

These bays provide natural harbors in all seasons, and yachtsmen particularly enjoy exploring the unspoiled landscapes. Along the northern shore of Kekova Island, at Apollonia, earthquakes once disturbed the land causing some of the ancient houses to sink under the clear water, creating a sunken city. Kaleköy Castle (ancient Simena) offers a bird's-eye view of the bays, inlets, islands and colorful yachts sailing peacefully on the glassy water.

Kekova has the blue skies and orange sun­sets of a Van Gogh painting, along with starry nights, peace and tranquillity, playful dolphins, mythological mysteries, and the sparkling sea - all this and more. At Demre (Kale), the ancient Myra, (25 km west of Finike), many splendid carved­rock tombs overlook the magnificent Roman theater. St. Nicholas was the bish­op of this Mediterranean city during the fourth century and died here in 342.

Finike is an official entry-port and is surrounded by citrus trees and gardens. Thirtytwo kilometers from the Finike Marina are the remains of the beautiful and ancient Lycian city of Arikanda. A mountain trek inland rewards you with superb views, fabulous ruins and fresh mountain air.

Slipping around the Kırlangıç Peninsula brings you into the Gulf of Antalya. The first sight you come to is the ancient city of Olympos, on the southern side of Mt. Tahtah (Mt. Olympos). Oleander and laurel bushes shade the Olympos Valley, which you can approach by land as well as by sea. Nearby at Yanaxta, (at a height of 300 meters), the mythological Lycian hero Bellerophon mounted his winged horse Pegasus and slew the fire-breathing Chimaera.

Gas seeping from the earth and burning brightly at night give the place an ethereal appearance. The favorite winter resort of Alexander the Great was Phaselis, the ancient commercial harbor north of Olympos. South of the harbor you can look up at Mt. Tahtali for a spectacular view. Sail on to Kemer, a resort town carefully designed to blend in with the surrounding scenery, for an ideal environment for a wonderful holiday. The fully equipped Park Kemer Marina has facilities for all activities and yachtsmen can enjoy the unspoiled bays and beaches south of the town. Shoppers will be delighted by the wonderful range of high-quality souvenirs. April is the month of the colorful Kemer Carnival.

Also in the spring are the yacht races between Kemer and Girne, in the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus. Sailing around this coast towards Antalya will give you a glimpse of some of Turkey's most modern and luxurious holiday villages. Antalya, Turkey's principal holiday resort city on the Mediterranean, embodies the contrast between the majestic coastline of beaches and "rocky coves, and the towering Taurus Mountains.

Here the ancient Attaleia, named after King Attalus II of Pergamum, was founded in the 2nd century BC. Today palm-lined boulevards, beautiful parks, historical buildings, monuments, museum and picturesque old quarter of Kaleiçi, (with the Kaleiçi Marina) blend together to create an ideal holiday atmosphere. The Antalya Marina and Leisure Center, which has won several awards, is considered one of the most beatiful marinas in Turkey. Setur Antalya Marina, is, on the other hand, quiet and peaceful, but both will welcome you after an unforgettable voyage in the turquoise paradise of Turkey's water.

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