Bülent Uysal, President of the Fethiye Hoteliers Association (FODER), stated that the tourism peak, with a 100% occupancy rate, would continue until the end of November. Uysal mentioned that they started the season in March this year, and it will continue until the end of November, resulting in a season lasting approximately 8 and a half months.
Bülent Uysal, President of the Fethiye Hoteliers Association (FODER), evaluated the 2024 tourism season. Uysal stated that they started the season in March this year and that it would continue until the end of November, resulting in a season lasting approximately 8 and a half months.
Uysal noted that there was an 8% increase in the number of guests arriving at Dalaman Airport compared to last year, emphasizing that the peak season was busy. As we approach the end of August, Uysal highlighted that the influx of tourists continues and that hotels have reached 100% occupancy. He also mentioned that Fethiye offers a variety of hotel options to suit every budget.
He further pointed out that there was significant demand, particularly from domestic tourists.
"ACTIVITY WILL CONTINUE UNTIL NOVEMBER"
Bülent Uysal stated that many hotels would remain open throughout November and that charter flights would continue until November 22. He also mentioned that agreements for 2025 have already started, expressing a desire to extend the season next year and continue until the end of November. Uysal said, "By 2025, we want to see the end of November, and we aim to extend the season. Hopefully, 2025 will be better than this year, and we hope it won't fall short of this year."
FETHIYE: A TOURIST ATTRACTION
Uysal emphasized that the main reason Fethiye is a tourist attraction is due to its alternative tourism offerings. He mentioned that activities such as paragliding, Jeep Safaris, boat tours, and diving tourism attract significant interest from tourists. Uysal noted that daily boat tours, in particular, add vibrancy to the area and that all tourism companies experienced this vibrancy in August. Finally, Uysal expressed his hope for a lively season throughout next year, saying, "Hopefully, we will have a successful tourism season in the next 2-2.5 months, together with all our local businesses."