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Kalkan Discussion => Holiday Reports and Reviews => Topic started by: antler on September 16, 2010, 02:59:02 PM
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The anticipation is almost as good as the holiday and now it has kicked-in big time with these lovely reports coming in of late, on EK.
Yesterday, I rang Adam at his restaurant and told him we would be arriving on Oct 10th, our 29th Wedding Anniversary. As we left Kalkan in July, Adam said next time we came we would go for a “family lunch†in Berzigan, so I asked if we could take him up on his offer. “Of course!†he said, “and we do lots of surprises to celebrateâ€ÂÂ. What a lovely man! I’ve had some photos taken at his restaurant in July enlarged, which may be a nice souvenir for him.
I haven’t booked a table at Mussakka yet, but that shouldn’t be a problem. We are keen to have a “stress free†meal there, as on our last night, just as we were enjoying our nightcap, the mobile phone rang and it was our eldest daughter at home saying our 18 year old cat had just died in her arms, and she was distraught. We were in paradise and she was in hell and needed a hug. Not the best end to our meal, or our holiday. But Kitty & Mehmet understood our reason for a quick exit. Summer Steak with balsamic dressing will be pre-ordered. And home made chips.
Tuesday 12th we have booked Yildiz II and am really looking forward to that. I’m wondering how different it will be in the early October sunshine. It will be nice to meet Osman too, if possible, hoping he has made a good recovery. We’ve also had some photos enlarged that were taken on the boat last time, which may be good for their scrap book.
Another “must do†for us is a coastal walk to Kalamar Bay. I’m told if we turn right out of our hotel (Samira Garden) then right again in front of the Mediterranean complex, you can walk all the way to Kalamar Bay, so I’m hoping we find the way. On the way back it will be stop off at Jasmine Coiffeur for the last photo drop off - a large pic of Idil in her buggy with a great big smile. Hopefully Mehmet and Betul will like it as much as I know I will enjoy my haircut and shave. I’ve also framed a posting I did on EK describing the sensation of Mehmet’s shave, which might be a talking point for his salon wall?
And as I will not be on this “how many points in a prawn†diet for that week, and to help my shorts stop from dropping to the floor after such massive weight loss, I want coffee up at the patisserie opposite the Nur Hotel. With the coffee, I want one of those little croissants stuffed with cream cheese that are amazing; in fact, I might have six.
I feel the week – and my shorts - filling up as I write this, and still have to sprinkle-in a few trips to Chillies, calling in to see Tony in Eden Lounge and all the other suggestions I have been mentally filing away from the daily read on EK.
And to cap it all, I hope to buy Joan & Jon a drink or three!!
Just 3 weeks to go……….
Bring it on,
Antler
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Hi Antler
Happy times!
We're counting the days too - though nothing like as organised as you, have a rough plan - just need to make those bookings ....
Everyone will love your photographic gifts - we'll see them on the walls for years to come. No doubt Mehmet will proudly display your fab words for all to enjoy.
Antler the kindnesses you enjoy from everyone are a direct reflection of your optomistic approach, generosity and open heartedness. There. Someone had to say it! ;D
You'll have a great anniversary holiday - lots of old friends who will want to help you both celebrate, and no doubt new ones who'll help you make some joyful moments.
We arrive a few days before you, so will be very chilled by the 10th - we'll look out for the man with the baggy shorts who id definitely not counting the calories in his cheesy croissants!
Keep that camera snapping, and the words flowing if you ever catch your breath this time!
Cheers!
Lori
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Dear Antler
How I love your posts on this site. I am sooooo sorry about your dear Kitty cat.
Thanks to you we are going to try out Chilli's and hope they still have puffy bread! Enjoy your October break - 4 sleeps until we arrive (am now ignoring Accuweather) and will enjoy whatever the heavens throw at us! :) :)
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Hi Antler, hope you have a lovely time, hope you get to meet Osman this time, he's a lovely guy.
So sorry to hear about your cat, i know what it's like to lose a beloved pet.
Look forward to reading your reports.
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well, Antler...really looking forward to your October reports. I think you'll find Kalkan so much more chilled and relaxed and on a bit of a wind down. We had lovely weather last year - much better than May/June this year - and the best thing about October - the sea is so warm! Its a bit chilly of an evening on the rooftops, so don't be afraid to take up the offer of a pashmina ;D ;D
Sooh jealous, it really is a lovely time to be there!
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Hey Antler sorry to hear about your cat :'( one of mine is also 18 and have dreaded leaving him for the last few years just in case.........
We arrive in the early hours of the 9th so maybe bump into you along the way. Beginning to count the number of sleeps now so know there's not too long to go :) and got out tickets in yesterday. Can't believe we've actually got real tickets as for the last few years only ever had e-tickets. There's something very satisfying about an old fashioned printed ticket :)
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Maryjane, I hope you have a great time; I'm sure you will, whatever the weather!
Looking forward to meeting up with the EK members who are there, when our paths cross, as I'm sure they will; maybe you'll catch me on the laptop (its Dell & white and there aren't so many white ones!) at the Samira Garden Hotel bar?!
cheers
Antler
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Oh Antler, I love reading your threads.
We have said that we wont be able to visit again this year due to lack of pennies, but you have made me want to go back so much (and we've only been home a fortnight) that I'm off to look for cheap flights.
Kalkan Belediye should employ you in their PR dept! :o
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Hi turkeyfan, you'll find those cheap flights, I'm sure - come on out!! It will be a real treat to try the village in a different season. Let us know WHEN you have booked!!
cheers
Antler
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Ha ha ha. Stop it. I'm very easily influenced!
Mind you if we leave the kids at home it wont cost that much...... will it????? >:D >:D
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And on the card, it won't even appear on the statement for payment until November. The break will be healthy and will do you good. Set you up for the winter. Kids will be fine and glad you will come back relaxed. Have you booked yet?!!
cheers
Antler
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Kay, have you ever seen "Home Alone"....? ;D ;D
Think of the repair bill for the house..!
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Careful Antler, you're giving your secrets away - is that how you sold this 'extra' week to Mrs A? :D
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:'( Cry, sniff, Cry. :'(
Good point K4E!
I haven't managed to convince the OH either(yet!), despite finding flights for £140 each from East Midlands.
Hey ho, looks like I may have to wait until next year. :(
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C'mon Turkeyfan - your half way there!
L
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:'( Cry, sniff, Cry. :'(
Good point K4E!
I haven't managed to convince the OH either(yet!), despite finding flights for £140 each from East Midlands.
Hey ho, looks like I may have to wait until next year. :(
What a lovely selfless gesture if you just book the tickets and present them as a lovely surprise gift. How could he not be touched and delighted with your generosity >:D
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OMG Itstime - wouldn't want to do battle with you! You fight dirty! Mind you, if there's a good reason ...
:)
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Why not just go by yourself?....Mrs Lizard does....Everyone wins,Mrs L gets a nice break..i'm at home so our cat gets looked after and i get peace and quiet ;D
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OMG Itstime - wouldn't want to do battle with you! You fight dirty! Mind you, if there's a good reason ...
:)
>:D >:D why do you think I've got away with Kalkan a couple of times a year, every year for 15 years ;D
only joking, of course it's a mutual decision 8)
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Itstime. Yeah right. And now it's ... a natural part of your year!! Good for you.
happy days.
Two weeks Monday ... bliss
:)
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£140 for a flight, or BL's a week with the cat..............now that's a decision?
Is it a week off work with the cat?
cheers
Antler
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Yep!!a week hols just me and the little fella.....i usually take the opportunity to decorate ...(thats if i can tear myself away from watching the complete box set of 24 ::) )
and Mrs L always brings me back something nice ;)
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OK, so it's just 2 days and we're off. Was it really 9 weeks ago we came back and it seemed a lifetime until we could get there again?
I can't believe all that pain only shed 9 lbs but I guess that is better than nothing, and at least the shorts fit; for now.
If I never see a stick of celery again it will be too soon, and who cares if coconut milk is the worst thing in saturated fat, I love Thai Curry.
Anyway, Thomsons should get us into Dalaman around 10pm on Saturday night, and ABI Travel being there, maybe into the Samira Gardens Hotel before 1am.
Waking up on our 29th Wedding Anniversary, in Kalkan, should be good (that reminds me, must buy a card), and all we have to do is be ready for Adam to take us to his restaurant at 12.45pm; there goes the "points in a prawn" nonsense. We gotta live.
Looks like we may need an umbrella? Or is it the wellies? Who cares! There will be liquid sunshine in abundance.
Lorilou seems to be well chilled; the last time I tracked her down she was well into the Lal Rose and gushing about the Cafe Vita chips. I just don't know how she could do it. On second thoughts.........?
We're only there for a week, so the case will be half empty - before I hit The Market. I wonder if I can squeeze into a pair of 32" G-Star jeans this time? (That's waist, not inside leg).
Have laptop, will blog, for any lof you late season viewers.
Will let you know just how wonderful your next holiday is going to be; in case you needed reminding.
Lots of love,
Antler
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One thing for sure, you will get better weather in Kalkan than Grimsby.... :-*
Have a great time, Antler - I'm sure you will. Is it just the two of you this time?
BTW, some of us are all year round viewers - the die hards will be here posting through the cold winter months, why not join us this year? Its the next best thing to actually being there ;)
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Yep, K4E, just the two of us this time. OJ's doing his A Levels.
I hope you are right about the weather contrast - although Grimsby was an amazing 17C today, I think, with lovely clear blue skies high above the dark brown of the estuary.....! Bliss?
I'm sure I won't be able to resist dipping into EK this winter for my fix.
cheers
Antler
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Have a great time Antler come rain or shine, and a very Happy Anniversary. Look forward to your wonderful blogs - from a late season viewer!
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We're off tomorrow so maybe bump into you along the way. Weather forecast isn't worrying me too much. Accuweather (note to self, must report to trades description people) is the only one forecasting such low temperatures so should be absolutely fine. Been this week in October many many times and never been a problem with the weather :)
Can't wait just wish tomorrow would hurry up and come :)
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Its seems just a distant memory for me now though it was only a couple of weeks ago! (but i have already made plans for my next Kalkan fix)!!
Im really looking forward to your next batch of great posts.
Have a fantastic time in Kalkan Antler and best wishes for a lovely anniversary.
Safe journey, enjoy and have fun!! ;D
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Woohoo see you there !
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You luckey people, tell us all about it when you get back to Blighty.
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think accuweather got it right for today! not very warm and a cold wind. wearing my hoody that i only normally wear here at christmas! looks better for next week though ;D
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Have a great holiday Antler. (Selfishly I am looking forward to reading your DAILY reports please!)
Congrats on the wedding anniversary to you both.
(Good luck to OJ and the 'big house tidy up' next Friday/Saturday before your scheduled return!!)