With many of us Brits jetting off to the SAME holiday destinations year-on-year, maybe it's time we push the boat - or plane ticket - out a little.
Yes, Lanzarote is lovely, but why not give somewhere else a try this year?
For summer 2016, why not consider a family holiday to Turkey? Here's all the reasons why we think you'll love it.
Fabulous Beaches
Turkey has some of the best beaches in Europe like Cleopatra beach in Alanya, one of Turkey’s biggest resorts, and Patara, considered to be one of the best beaches in the world, both located on Turkey’s south west coast lapped by the Mediterranean Sea.
Get Diving
If you’ve dived to the ocean depths before, or fancy giving it a go, the Underwater Museum in Side near to Antalya offers the perfect opportunity! The first of its kind in Europe, it features a range of sculptures and man-made wreckages for you to explore from 7 to 25 metres under the sea.
Awesome Waterparks
Turkey can get pretty hot in the summer season but luckily there are plenty of chances to cool down in its many waterparks such as Atlantis Waterpark on Marmaris beach and Antalya Aquapark.
Take a Safari
For an exhilarating day out, a jeep safari up the 3756m Taurus Mountains close to the city of Alanya taking in a visit to a Turkish village can give you a taste of traditional Turkish life.
Cheap Flights
Monarch fly regularly to the south west coast of Turkey including to Dalaman from 5 airports in the UK, with flights starting from £99 one way, £143 return and to Antalya from London Gatwick from £74 one way, £113 return.
Best of Balloon Rides
The awe inspiring sight from your hot air balloon ride in Cappadocia, high above a landscape of caves and ‘fairy-chimneys’ hollowed out of soft rock is an experience not to be missed. You can visit underground cities there, see the historic painted cave churches and even spend a night in a luxurious cave hotel.
Turtle Spotting
Many rare and protected turtles lay their eggs on the beaches of Turkey, Patara is a good choice, as is Iztuzu (or Turtle) Beach in Dalyan on the south west coast, home to the Loggerhead turtle in the warmer months.
Luxury for Less
Treat yourself to the five star treatment with your own luxury villa. 5 Star Villa Holidays have stunning contemporary 4 bedroomed, 3 bathroom villas with private pools in the Taurus Mountains, around 10 minutes from the city of Alanya. From just £581 for 7 nights (sleeping up to 10) between the 31st May 2016- 7th June 2016.
Thermal Springs
For a wellbeing boost, Turkey is home to many thermal springs where natural pools are fed by hot springs. Pamukkale, meaning cotton castle, is a stunning 22m cliff made up of many small mineral pools and a UNESCO World Heritage Site but there are around 1500 other thermal springs elsewhere in Turkey to discover!
Visit www.5starvillaholidays.com for more information.