The nearest airport is Dalaman (DLM), 45 km from Fethiye (about 1.5 hours drive). Havaş buses depart after each flight, costing about 200₺. A taxi costs 1,200-1,500₺. Many hotels offer transfers — check when booking. You can also rent a car directly at the airport.

Ölüdeniz (Turkish for 'dead sea') is a famous lagoon with turquoise water 14 km from Fethiye. It's a protected area with one of Turkey's most beautiful beaches. Entry to the national park is paid. Reach by dolmuş from Fethiye for 15-20₺ (20 minutes). This is also the famous paragliding spot from Babadağ Mountain (1,969 m).

Tandem flight from Babadağ Mountain costs €150-250 depending on season and operator. Flight lasts 25-45 minutes. Photos and video usually cost extra (€30-50). In high season (June-September) book in advance. Best time is morning (calm winds) or sunset (beautiful light). No experience needed — the pilot handles everything. Wear long trousers and closed shoes.

Tomb of Amyntas — impressive Ionic temple carved in rock (4th century BC), visible across the bay. Ghost town Kayaköy with abandoned Greek houses. Butterfly Valley — secluded beach accessible only by boat. Saklikent Gorge — one of the world's deepest canyons (ice-cold water!). Ancient city of Tlos with Lycian tombs. Boat tours to 12 islands with swimming stops.

Best time is April through October. May-June and September-October are ideal: warm (20-28°C), fewer tourists, lower prices. July-August is peak season: hot (up to 34°C), crowded beaches, expensive hotels. Winter (November-March) is rainy and cool (10-16°C) but suitable for sightseeing. Paragliding available April to October.

Ölüdeniz — beachfront, pricier, ideal for paragliding. Hisarönü — cheaper, in mountains, nightlife, 15 min to beach. Ovacık — between them, Lycian Way trailhead. Çalış — family area with long beach and sunsets, near Fethiye. Fethiye center — historic, bazaars, restaurants, convenient for excursions. Üzümlü — quiet mountain village for complete relaxation.