Backed by pine covered mountains, the picturesque resort of Olu Deniz is located in the heart of a conservation area, approximately eight miles from the airport at Fethiye. The natural beauty of the region is immediately apparent as soon as you arrive, and the careful development of the resort has ensured that holidays in Olu Deniz are not blighted by unsightly high-rise blocks that would look out of place in such picturesque place. The stunning shallow blue-green water of the Mediterranean laps the shores of the beaches at Olu Deniz, which surround a famous lagoon area that adorns picture-postcards throughout the region. The lagoon is a place for relaxation and soaking up the sun, with an occasional splash in the crystal clear water to cool off.

To take part in some of the water sports on offer on Olu Deniz holidays, head to one of the main beaches, where there are plenty of opportunities for thrills and spills on water skis and banana boats, as well as more sedate activities such as snorkelling, scuba diving and sailing. The popularity of holidays in Olu Deniz lies in its diversity as a holiday resort, with something for couples and families that just want a relaxing beachside holiday with a healthy dose of sunshine, as well as those looking for a livelier summer break. Although Olu Deniz itself is relatively quiet, nearby Hisaronu offers plenty of options for a night on the tiles.

The summer months are the peak time to enjoy Olu Deniz holidays, with visitors flocking to the resort to enjoy the scorching hot daytime temperatures and warm, heady evenings. The bars and restaurants along the waterfront offer a low key but inviting location to wind down for the evening. Locals and visitors alike can enjoy a good selection of traditional Turkish dishes, such as feta, olive and tomato salads, fragrant casseroles and stuffed peppers in vine leaves, as well as choosing among a decent range of international fare.

Spend the days in Olu Deniz either sunbathing on the beach or by the pool, walking among the attractive scenery looking for the shade of the trees along the way, or hunting for some bargain souvenirs such as locally produced trinkets and artwork. For a more extensive shopping experience, the shops and market stalls of nearby Fethiye and Hisaronu present plenty of opportunity to practice your haggling skills over the price of leather goods, carpets and jewellery.