Lara Beach holidays

Peppered with beach restaurants, find a seat close to the water as Turkish chefs whip up the tastiest local cuisine. Most eateries can be found in the resort’s huge hotel complexes with favourites including Yoruk Tent, a traditional tribal experience, where you can enjoy homemade pizzas and pancakes from picnic tables. Let your taste buds run wild and indulge in authentic kebabs packed with slow-cooked meat, vine leaves stuffed with vegetables or opt for something sweet and try lokum, or as it is better known ‘Turkish delight’. Then wash it all down with the local favourite, Raki – an aniseed drink often used to toast a celebration.

It doesn’t get much more glamorous than sunbathing along Lara Beach. This far-stretching shore is the main attraction thanks to its backing of 5 star properties and exclusive access to the sand. There’s also a public section where you’ll find a range of watersports injecting energy into its crystal clear waters. Refreshments are easy to come by too. With a thriving promenade on hand you’re never far away from some tasty Turkish cooking or a chilled cocktail.

With most of your entertainment based around your hotel, there’s never a dull day in Lara Beach. Dine in beachside restaurants, take long dips in its tranquil waters or head out for the day and see what the rest of the Antalya region has in store.

An active day in Antalya: You can’t miss out on an opportunity to visit one of Turkey’s most enchanting coastlines, the charming Antalya. As the country’s second most visited tourist destination, the place is a sight to behold, from its mountain meets castle backdrop to its Old Town complete with fortified walls. Shopaholics are also in luck with a bazaar selling leather goods, quirky souvenirs and homemade Turkish delight. If it’s history you’re after, step back in time with a visit to the city’s iconic Hadrian’s Gate, who’s towering arches give you an insight into the city’s Roman era. It’s also an interesting contrast when compared to the spot’s modern yachts, which sit peacefully in the harbour.

Get up close to Düden River and Waterfalls: With one of Turkey’s most captivating natural attractions on your doorstep, trips to Düden River and Waterfalls are essential. There’s something magical about the gentle sound of cascading water hitting the rocks and flowing river below that will leave you feeling fulfilled. Make sure you come armed with a camera – it’s not just the waterfalls you’ll want to photograph, the forest surroundings and natural caves are just as spectacular. There are also several of picnic benches should you decide to bring some refreshments, and the covering of greenery provides plenty of shade on those stifling summer days.