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With the arrival of summer, one of the first choices of those who heed the call of the sea is a blue voyage. A blue voyage provides you with an unforgettable holiday opportunity for those who would like to be close to the peaceful beauty of the sea and swim in bays far from the crowds. It also promises brand new experiences for those who would like to see historical sites and try water sports. Let's check out together what a blue voyage is and how it is done. 

What is a Blue Voyage? 

The term "blue voyage" is a product of great admiration for nature and the sea. It all started with the explorations of Cevat Şakir Kabaağaçlı, whom we know as the Fisherman of Halicarnassus, along with his friends Sabahattin Eyüboğlu and Azra Erhat, on the Aegean and Mediterranean coasts. The blue voyage idea was brought to life by the Fisherman of Halicarnassus, while Sabahattin Eyüboğlu was the one who gave this unique concept its name. The traces of these journeys that were made with fishing and sponge fishing boats have also come to life in the writings that were written by writers. In fact, Bedri Rahmi Eyüboğlu's work Mavi Sürgün (Blue Exile), published in 1961, can be read as a pleasant diary that traces these first journeys and carries the spirit of that period.

Today, the blue voyage is a type of holiday made with boats, yachts, motor yachts, gulets and catamarans, allowing you to discover the tranquil bays. These journeys help relieve the tiredness of the whole year in the calm and serene environment of the Aegean and Mediterranean coasts, while providing both physical and spiritual rest. After having dinner across the sunset, it is also possible to relax while watching the stars or be entertained to the fullest. This makes the blue voyage an attractive option for both individual holidays where calmness is needed and enjoyable plans that are made in groups. 

How is the Blue Voyage Done?

Blue voyage, which allows you to discover the beauties of the sea and nature, is an option that can be preferred for a different holiday experience. You can include the blue voyage in your holiday plan to be alone with yourself, to collect memories with your family or to have fun with a large group of friends. You can find yourself in the tranquility that is provided by nature while traveling in the deep blue waters of the Mediterranean and the Aegean. 

Blue Voyage Experience on Routes That Are Special to You: Boat Rental

The sea, you and your loved ones... You can consider the boat rental option for this unforgettable holiday. You can leave yourself in the perfect harmony of blue and green and benefit from the services that are offered by the boat staff for the satisfaction of you and your loved ones during the blue voyage. 

You can determine your route with the captain during a pleasant boat holiday and spend time in the bays that you desire. There are many routes on the coasts of Turkey for the blue voyage, where you can also find the opportunity to experience various water sports. You can enjoy the blue voyage with a travel plan that includes bays, islands, beaches and entertainment venues. 

A Comfortable and Entertaining Blue Voyage: Boat Tours

Setting out from dazzling bays to cool waters with the first light of day, then spending a peaceful night under the stars… You can give a chance to entertaining boat tours that last a few hours or all day long to renew with the rhythm of the sea and accumulate unforgettable memories.

Boat tours usually depart from the port in the morning. You can evaluate different route options for tours that stop by bays and beaches where you will swim in the clear waters. You can swim as much as you want in the cool waters or just enjoy the scenery by sipping your ice-cold beverage. You can refresh your energy with a pleasant meal break while traveling with music. You can also evaluate options such as scuba diving tours where the necessary equipment and training services are provided.

Enjoy Fascinating Routes with a Blue Voyage

For blue voyage tours on the Aegean and Mediterranean coasts, Antalya, Fethiye, Göcek, Marmaris and Bodrum are usually chosen as starting points. During these tours, boats anchor at points such as English Harbor, Ballısu, Çökertme, Göcek, Ağalimanı, Baba Adası, Köyceğiz, Marmaris, Turunç, Delikliada, Ekincik, Fethiye, Ölüdeniz, Kızılada, Kadırga, Serçe, Selimiye, Datça and Hisarönü bays and Gökova Gulf. In addition, historical ancient cities such as Knidos, Loryma and Kaunos are frequently included in the routes. Many tours are organized in Mersin, especially those departing from Taşucu and including stops such as Boğsak Island, Barbaros Bay and Dana Island.

Find Comfort and Nature Together with Elite World Hotels & Resorts

After the extraordinary atmosphere of the blue voyage that is remembered, you might want to feel the magic of the sea and nature on land. You can continue your holiday as an unforgettable experience by choosing a hotel that is in harmony with nature and comfortable. You can find an accommodation opportunity as a continuation of your blue voyage in the hotels of Elite World Hotels & Resorts located in Mersin, Kuşadası and Marmaris.

You can take your holiday plan to the next level with the seafront location and superior comfort understanding of Elite World Resort Mersin Silifke. You can find elegance and comfort at the same time in the fascinating sea scenery of Elite World Kuşadası. You will be able to benefit from privileged services in Elite World Marmaris that is located in İçmeler, where blue and green embrace and have the opportunity to experience distinguished tastes in the food and beverage areas with different designs and concepts. 

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