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Sports tourism development in Turkish coastal regions

Overview

In the Kemer and Bodrum regions of Turkey, sports and cultural events are being utilized to extend the traditional tourism season. In Kemer, international competitions such as the Sea to Sky Enduro Motorcycle Race and the Corendon Tennis Week have attracted athletes and officials from various countries, including Poland and the United Kingdom. Local officials noted that these events significantly increase hotel occupancy rates and help delay the end of the tourist season.

In Bodrum, events like the 9th International Bodrum Half Marathon have drawn thousands of visitors. Local leadership has expressed goals to expand the tourism cycle from a summer focus to a year-round model through increased investment in gastronomy, culture, and environmental activities.

Entities

Kemer · Tamer Mandalinci · Corendon Hotels & Resorts · Polish Tennis Association · Taurus Mountains

Timeline

  1. [SPORTS] 4 sources
    Corendon Tennis Week showcases sports tourism in Kemer

    Corendon Tennis Week in Kemer, Turkey, hosted tennis media and officials to showcase the region's sports tourism infrastructure.

  2. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Sports and cultural events extend tourism seasons in Kemer and Bodrum

    Sports, festivals, and cultural events are driving tourism growth in Kemer and Bodrum, helping to extend the traditional summer season into autumn and beyond.

Sources

finans.mynet.com · gokyuzuhaberci.com · haber1.com · kemergozcu.com · tenis.net.pl · travelmaniacy.pl