From the moment we arrived until the very last second, we laughed non-stop. Every single staff member we met was incredibly friendly, warm, and open—with a great sense of humour that made the whole place feel like a home away from home. Even the other guests were in top form, creating a chilled, cheerful atmosphere that still felt completely safe and respectful. Hotel & Grounds Absolutely spotless and beautifully laid out. The reception staff were lovely—helpful, welcoming, and always on the ball. The gardens are stunning and so well maintained, with the scent of jasmine floating in the air—pure heaven! Bars Top marks to all the bar staff, especially those at the Relax Pool and London Bar (even though they rotated around). Service was always prompt and friendly, and it was great to see an upgrade in the cocktail recipes this year! We brought our own keep cups, and the staff were happy to use them, which we really appreciated. Also—don’t miss the ice cream and pastry bar, a sweet little oasis for Turkish tea, coffee, and indulgent treats. Restaurant Delicious, beautifully presented food with a massive range of options—honestly, I can’t imagine anyone not finding something they love here. Everything was cooked to perfection, and the whole dining experience ran like clockwork. Table staff were efficient and on it. Housekeeping The rooms were spotless and cleaned daily. Housekeeping was excellent—we even got towel swans as a surprise, which added a lovely touch! Shops on Site Great quality items at really reasonable prices. Huge shout-out to Ataberk in the silver shop—what a gem of a human! So patient and kind. The market is well-stocked and very fair on pricing, it sells everything you could possibly need. The clothing shop had some great finds, and the staff there were super friendly too. Animation Team Emir and Coco—legends! The nicest men you could meet. So friendly, always smiling, and full of energy. The foam party was a blast (literally) with great tunes and good vibes all around. Activities & Watersports Octopus Watersports – Azad booked us in for a paraglide and it was amazing! Hotel pickup, a fun boat ride, and a once-in-a-lifetime moment: swimming in the sea while a pod of dolphins cruised by. Magical. Diverbees Try Dive – Family-run, friendly, and super professional. For just €30, the try dive is hands down the best value experience in Turkey. I was so impressed I ended up doing my PADI course and dived an actual airplane wreck! A+++ experience. Hair & Beauty First stop: the hairdresser for my beloved ‘Turkish cut.’ As someone with curly hair, I can honestly say it’s the best haircut I get all year. We also got shellac nails—flawless. You just can’t beat the professionalism or the prices. Aura Spa We treated ourselves to the full works—hammam, massages, and facials. The Indonesian masseuses were incredible, giving deep tissue massages that were both relaxing and rejuvenating. Pure bliss. Final Thoughts I honestly can’t wait to come back. Thank you to the entire Ramada team for such a memorable holiday—my face still hurts from laughing! I wish I could name every single one of you, but you’re all in our photos and definitely in our hearts. P.S. If you’re in town, check out Nico’s Watch Shop—amazing quality and great service!