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Kalkan Discussion => General Discussion => Topic started by: leighboo on December 16, 2007, 07:53:30 PM

Title: going it alone
Post by: leighboo on December 16, 2007, 07:53:30 PM

Iv booked to go to kalkan in early June but have now split with partner and have to go
on my own. Am a bit dubious and I dont want to look like a billy nomates. Any advice greatly
appreciated.

Title: Re: going it alone
Post by: Kim on December 16, 2007, 08:29:25 PM

Well then, worry not!  Kalkan will welcome you with open arms and within 24 hours, you will feel that all of your fears have been subsided!  I often think that I would actually quite fancy a week on my own, as wherever you go, people will chat and be very welcoming towards you...especially if you are on your own.  Looking forward to your report back!  You will have a great time, so instead of looking at it with trepidation, look ahead excitingly......Kalkan will capture you.......

Title: Re: going it alone
Post by: yelkenite on December 16, 2007, 08:45:14 PM

Hi Leighboo,

I think the accommodation you''ve got planned will have a lot to do with how you get on initially. If you''re on a complex or apartment it should work out quite well. A villa can be slightly more work to ''get out there''. You wont be sitting on your own for more than 5 minutes anyway, if you join the festivities at someplace like the Moonlight or Yali bars.  Or the beach clubs during the day.   If the idea of getting there from the airport intimidates you too, I or any number of the guys on here will help with transfer advice or actual help.  You just have to ask.  I''m sure it''d work out fine for you.  Kalkan''s a very friendly place.

Best Wishes
Bill

Title: Re: going it alone
Post by: holidayfever on December 16, 2007, 09:00:47 PM

Welcome to the sight a wonderful welcome will await you in Kalkan, so dont worry about been on your own. Where will you be staying, let people know what dates you are over and I am sure someone will be happy to meet you at the moonlight for a drink. Take some books relax unwind and enjoy Kalkan :D

Title: Re: going it alone
Post by: felicity on December 16, 2007, 09:06:47 PM

Hi Leighboo - see what a friendly reaction you got - I replied to your posting on TA (FAED- villa kirmizi lale, Kalkan) - as I said in that post - I travel out frequently by myself and never feel alone or lonely - if I go in June - I will be sure to meet up with you!

Title: Re: going it alone
Post by: Em1 on December 16, 2007, 10:05:44 PM

Hi
I often go on my own, and love it! Take a few good books, you''ll be fine. I don''t usually eat alone at night in the restaurants, but during the day with a good book, no problem!
Em

Title: Re: going it alone
Post by: DRBD on December 17, 2007, 08:15:16 AM

leighboo - Well thats you sorted for June, no problems, just enjoy.

Title: Re: going it alone
Post by: Blue Lizard on December 17, 2007, 09:16:45 AM

my other half goes out to Kalkan alone quite often.We also go out alone when we are in Kalkan together,sometimes one of us might not fancy going out so the other will,you will find it easy to talk to people and you will find the locals are great and will chat happily.....you never know who you might meet? ;)

Title: Re: going it alone
Post by: lolly on December 17, 2007, 10:07:52 AM

Hi I have been out several times on my own,in fact I just going to book to out for Easter by myself (my choice).In the summer during the day you should have no problem I often go on boat trips on my own and soon make friends! If you have a couple of favorite restaurants you can go eat on your,if you know the owner or one of the waiters they will make you feel very welcome I highly recommened places like Doy Doy or The Ivy and Korsan.
Kalkan is one of the most friendliest places I have ever been too you will have no problem enjoy!
                                    Best wishes Lolly x

Title: Re: going it alone
Post by: Chucky on December 17, 2007, 07:25:02 PM

Hello again, Leighboo. Am I right in thinking you are staying at the Samira? If so, I know you will be made welcome at the Kaya, Breeze and Atlantis restaurants that are all within a couple of minutes walk from there. If you put your dates in the "When are you in Kalkan" thread you will see who is else is going then and can even arrange a get together.

Title: Re: going it alone
Post by: yelkenite on December 17, 2007, 08:37:03 PM

I''m there again on the 13th of June for a week so I''d be definitely up for a get-together.  How do you navigate to the ''when you''re in Kalkan'' area joan?

Title: Re: going it alone
Post by: Chucky on December 17, 2007, 08:51:06 PM

Hi Bill,I think you click on the Calendar tab at the header on the top of the Home page. Select the period you are in Kalkan, and make your announcement,then click on the "post your event" tab, and post your message. I''m sure someone will correct me if I am wrong. Looks like we will miss you in June.

Title: Re: going it alone
Post by: Enjoy Kalkan on December 17, 2007, 09:25:09 PM

I''ll be there in June if anyone fancies a beer!

Title: Re: going it alone
Post by: Blue Lizard on December 18, 2007, 09:05:13 AM

John we are there at the last week of june & first week july..i''d like to buy you a cold one!! ;)

Title: Re: going it alone
Post by: Reygirl on December 18, 2007, 04:18:56 PM

I''ve been a couple of times on my own - stayed once in a villa and once in hotel.  Had a great time and never felt lonely for a moment!

Title: Re: going it alone
Post by: yelkenite on December 18, 2007, 05:52:44 PM

thanks Joan, that worked out fine. I''m on the calendar now.  Jon, if you''re there from the week of 13th June, love to meet you and your better half!  Bill

Title: Re: going it alone
Post by: Enjoy Kalkan on December 18, 2007, 08:09:36 PM

Posted the dates myself and Julie are back next year! Slightly embarrassed that I managed to do it wrong and not post an event link  :-[ Im clearly not posting enough anymore!  :D

Title: Re: going it alone
Post by: Chucky on December 18, 2007, 09:29:10 PM

Yes Jon, we miss you and Julie''s input.

Title: Re: going it alone
Post by: msr on December 30, 2007, 05:21:50 PM

Hi Leighboo,
 I have been to Kalkan twice by myself and would highly recommend it. I had a week in May and another week in July( husband joined me the 2nd week) Loved every minute of it- total relaxation, pleased myself where and when I had a meal. I ate out every night and never felt uncomfortable, I even sat in bars alone which did not prove  a problem. Everyone is very friendly and I think you will find that when you return you are very ''chilled''. Can''t wait to repeat the experience.

Title: Re: going it alone
Post by: Wendy on January 02, 2008, 08:52:32 AM

We are there from 3rd June for two weeks and are always happy for others to join us. You won''t be a billy no mates.

Title: Re: going it alone
Post by: Rosie on January 13, 2008, 12:59:28 PM

This is my first time on here since joining last year, but felt I had to say something when I saw your post! I can definitely say there is absolutely no need to worry about being on your own in Kalkan.

I have been going out mostly on my own for the last year and find it no problem. Everyone is really friendly and welcoming and I feel very safe. Kaya is a good place cos you can sit at the bar and chat and get to know people easily there. If you want a cheap meal and not worry then Ali Baba''s is a no fuss place and you won''t feel uneasy about eating alone. Same with Flower Tomato, Mehmet the owner is really friendly and quite a funny guy, he usually sits and chats and will introduce you to people.

I find if you return a few times to a place then they are more than happy to help you socialise. Same thing with some of the shops. So don''t worry just enjoy  :D