Welcome to Horizon Sky Beach Resort

Welcome to
Horizon Sky
Beach Resort
Signature Resorts would like to wish you a
warm welcome to Horizon Sky and hope you
enjoy your stay.
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Signature Resorts Office
Address:
Gökliman Mevkii
Horizon Sky Sitesi
Tepeköy Tatil Sitesi Yanı Kıyıkışlacık Köyü Milas Muğla
Tel:
Fax:
0090 252 562 01 17
0090 252 562 0036
Wifi Internet
Skyhotspot
Password : sky15sky15
The Pool Lounge Restaurant
The Pool Lounge Restaurant and Bar is open 7 days a week and serves food from 8am to 10.30pm.
Drinks continue until midnight. Snacks and everyday items such as toilet roll, washing powder can be
purchased from the market.
Horizon Sky Boat
The boat service for all Horizon Sky guests operates 7 days a week. Please refer to the timetable
attached. Please notify a member of the Signature Resorts team 1 hour prior to the time you wish to
travel.
Drinking Water
Drinking tap water is not recommended. To be on the safe side, only drink water from sealed bottles on
sale in all markets and shops. Bottled water is available from the Pool Bar Lounge market.
Average Climate Information
April
21 / 70
May
26 / 79
June
29 / 84
July
33 / 91
August
34 / 93
September
29 / 84
October
24 / 75
August
25 / 77
September
24 / 74
October
21 / 70
(Centigrade / Fahrenheit)
Average Sea Temperature
April
16 / 60
May
18 / 65
June
21 / 70
July
23 / 75
(Centigrade / Fahrenheit)
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Average Hours of Sunshine per day
April
9
May
10
June
12
July
12
August
12
September
11
October
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Emergency &Health Services
Ambulance
Directory Assistance
Fire Department
Forest Fires
Jandarma
112
11811
110
177
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Universal Hospital Bodrum
Kavaklı Sarnıç Caddesi No.1
Konacık
Tel: (0252) 319 15 15
Özel Bodrum Hospital
Türk kuyusu Mah No33-35
Tel: (0252) 313 65 66
İzan Sağlık Hastanesi – Milas
Hayıtlı Mah No 21
Tel: (0252) 515 93 00
Güllük Sağlık Ocağı / Gulluk Health Center
Tel: (0252) 522 24 23
From Monday to Friday – 8:30am to 16pm
Across the Gulluk Diasa in the center
Kıyıkıslacık Health Center – Iasos
Tel: (0252) 537 71 44 Dr Dilek
Wednesday & Friday - 9am to 5pm
Monday, Tuesday,Thursday – 9am to 12 noon
Pharmacies (Eczane)
Most pharmacies are open from Monday to Saturday during normal working hours and are qualified to
provide certain medical services such as taking blood pressure, giving injections, clean and bandage
minor wounds and suggest medication for common ailments.
The nearest pharmacy to Horizon Sky is in the village of Iasos:
Kıyıkışlacık Eczanesi
Tel: (0252) 537 74 44
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Hayal Eczanesi in Güllük by ATM machines
Tel: (0252) 537 74 44
Mosquitoes
It would be advisable to use DEET-based insect repellent to help avoid Mosquitoes bites which can cause
irritation and also infections.
Electricity
The electrical current in Turkey is 220V AC, 50Hz. Wall sockets are the round two-pin European type.
Traffic
In Turkey, traffic drives on the right. Be aware and prepared at all times as drivers often pull out and
overtake, sometimes on blind bends, without indicating. Some road conditions around the site to the
main rood are poor so watch out for potholes, animals on the roads and vehicles driving with their lights
off at night!!
It is advisable to carry your passport and driving licence at all times when driving just in case the Polis or
Jandarma stop you to carry out a routine check.
Currency
Currency in Turkey is the Turkish Lira (TL) = 100 Kurus (KR).
Bank notes are in denominations of TL: 200 TL 100 TL, 50 TL, 20 TL, 10 TL, and 5 TL
Coins are in denominations of : 1 TL, 50 KR, 25 KR, 10 KR, 5 KR and 1 Kurus.
Banks
Banks are generally open from 09:00 - 12:00 and 13:30 - 17:00 every week day, although not all banks
close during lunch and some even open on Saturdays. Banking transactions can be carried out in Turkish
Lira or foreign currencies and most provide a bureau de change service in English.
Communication
Exchange Offices
Foreign currency exchange offices (döviz bürosu) can be easily found throughout the local area and
Bodrum. Some offer better exchange rates than banks and hotels and in most cases do not charge
commission on cash transactions. Commission is normally charged for travellers and bank cheques.
Rates change from office to office so shop around to get the best deal.
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Satis:
Aliş:
Selling
Buying
Currency also be changed at most hotels.
Credit Cards
Most types are cards are widely accepted although this may not be the case in the local markets.
Tipping
It is standard practice to tip although some establishments may add a service charge to the bill. If no
service charge has been included, 10% gratuity is normal.
Tourist Information
Tel: (0252) 316 10 91
Cargo
DHL
UPS
0252 363 04 44
0252 363 99 71
Consulates in Bodrum
The Office of the British Honorary Consulate
The Honorary Consul of Germany - Gülay Kaman Kaplan
The Honorary Consul of Austria - Fatma Neyir Suer
The Honorary Consul of France - Gündüz Nalbantoğlu
The Honorary Consul of Finland - Dr Sezgin Gökmen
0252 313 00 21 - 22
0252 363 82 87
0252 249 03 30
0252 313 61 88
0252 316 70 51
Post Office
The central post office called PTT is located on the main road into Bodrum called Cevat Şakir Caddesi).
Opening hours are 09:00 - 12:30 and 13:00 - 15:00
There is another one in Güllük by Migros Supermarket
Tel: (0252) 522 22 12
Payphones
There are many public telephone booths in and around Bodrum Peninsula which can be used by
purchasing a phone card or a token from various shops or post offices. Some accept major credit cards.
Mobile phones
The main networks in Turkey are Turkcell,Vodafone and Avea, which have good coverage as well as
competitive rates. These can be purchased at one of the many mobile phone shops in and around
Bodrum and Güllük
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International Calls
To make an international call, dial ‘00’ followed by the international telephone code. For all
international calls dial ‘00’ + country code + telephone number (minus the area code’s first ‘0’)
International Telephone Codes
Australia
Austria
Belgium
Denmark
Finland
France
Germany
Greece
Holland
Ireland
Israel
Italy
61
43
32
45
358
33
49
30
31-1
353
972
39
Japan
Norway
Russia
Spain
Sweden
Switzerland
Turkey
UK
Ukraine
USA
Yugoslavia
81
47
7
34
46
41
90
44
380
1
381
Local Turkish Area Codes:
Ankara
Antalya
Istanbul
Izmir
Muğla
312
242
212 and 216
232
252
Travel
Airports
The nearest airport is Bodrum International Airport.
Bodrum Airport
Izmir Airport
Dalaman Airport
0090 252 523 0101
0090 232 455 0000
0090 252 792 55 55
Car Hire
There are many car hire companies available, some also rent out motorcycles and bicycles. Always
thoroughly check the rental contract and insurance policy details before agreeing to hire a vehicle.
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Local Transport
The dolmuş (minibus) is the cheapest form of public transportation to travel around with routes to local
villages and small towns. Fares are paid during the journey to the driver and will differ depending upon
the company providing the service. For timetable information please contact the Signature office.
Intercity bus services offer services to destinations throughout Turkey, the office of which can be found
at Bodrum Bus Terminal (Otogar) in Bodrum and Milas Bus Terminal in Milas where a ticket (bilet) must
be purchased in advance.
Taxi
Turkish taxis are yellow and are fitted with meters and can be found waiting by the side of the road and
parked at taxi ranks. Fares will vary dependent upon the time of day but note that the daily rate
(gündüz) is cheaper than the night rate (gece). Check to see if the driver has started the meter and that
the correct rate is applied before your journey begins.
Güllük Taxi Rank is located near the middle of the harbour.
Boat Tours
Daily boat tours can be taken from most local towns and villages including Güllük, Bodrum and Torba.
Routes and prices vary dependent upon the operator. You can contact with site office for your bookings.
Ferries
The Bodrum Express Ferry
Tel: ( 025) 3160882
The ferry travels to Kos as follows:Days:
Everday
Departs:
09:30
Returns:
16:30
Price:
15 Euro- single
17 Euro – return
Travels to Datça – start from 15th of May,
Departs:
09:30
Returns:
16:30
Useful Words & Phrases
Hello
Merhaba
mer-ha-ba
Goodbye
Hoşçakal
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hosh-cha -kal
Yes
Evet
e-vet
No
Hayir
ha-yuhr
Please
Lütfen
lewt-fen
Thank You
Teşekkür ederim
te-shek-kewr e-de-reem
Excuse me, please
Affedersiniz
af-federsseeneez
Cheers
Şerefe
sherefeh
Do you speak English?
İngilizce konuşuyor musunuz?
een-gee-leez-je ko-noo-shoo-yor moo-soo- nooz
Can you help me?
Bana yardım edebilir misiniz?
bana yarduhm edebeeleer mee-seeneez
How much is it?
Bunun fiyatı ne kadar?
Boonoon fee-yatuh neh kadar
Do you take credit cards?
Kredi kartı Kabul ediyor musunuz?
Kredee kartuh kabool edeeyor moo soonooz
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Can I pay by cheque?
Çekle ödeyebilir miyim?
Chekleh urdeh-yebeeleer mee-yeem
Food & Drink
Staples
çorba
ekmek
peynir
piliç/tavuk
pirinç/pilav
yumurta
chor-ba
ek-mek
pay-neer
pee-leech/ta-vook
pee-reench/pee-lav
yoo-moor-ta-
soup
bread
cheese
chicken
rice
eggs
ka-ra bee-ber
she-ker
tooz
black pepper
sugar
salt
boo-oolama
few-meh
uhz-ga-ra
ta-va
steamed
smoked
grilled
fried
Condiments
kara biber
şeker
tuz
Cooking Terms
buğulama
füme
ızgara
tava
Main Courses
börek
boo-rek
bursa (iskender) kebap boor-sa ees-ken-der ke-bab
döner kebap
der-ner ke-bab
gözleme
gerz-le-me
karışık ızgara
köfte
şiş kebap
ka-ruh-shunk uhz-ga-ra
kerf-te
sheesh ke-bab
flaky pastry parcels
döner kebab on pide with yogurt,
melted butter and tomato sauce.
meat packed onto a vertical skewer,
then roasted and sliced off.
savoury crepe laced with spinach,
cheese or potato.
mixed grill (lamb)
meatballs
cubes of meat grilled on a skewer
ah-ta-pot
bal-uhlk
chee-poo-ra
octopus
fish
gilt head bream
Seafood
ahtapot
balik
çipura
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ıstakoz
ızgara balik
kalamar
levrek
uh-stak-oz
uhz-ga-ra bal-uhlk
ka-la-mar
lev-rek
lobster
grilled fish
squid
sea bass
Fruit (Meyve) & Vegetables (Sebze)
biber
domates
elma
havuç
bee-ber
do-ma-tes
el-ma
ha-vooch
capsicum/bell pepper
tomato
apple
carrot
chai
bee-ra
booz
ma-den soo-yoo
may-ve soo-yoo
ra-ku
sha-rap
soo
sewt
tea
beer
ice
mineral water
fruit juice
grape spirit infused with ainseed
wine
water
milk
Drinks
çay
bira
buz
maden suyu
meyve suyu
rakı
şarap
su
süt
Market Days
Markets days offer items from food to textiles and household goods on the following days:-
Day
Place
Monday
Tuesday
Türbükü
Bodrum (Fabric Bazaar)
Gölköy
Milas - A large street market selling traditional
Handicrafts and fresh foood
Zeytinlikuyu ( 10 minutes away from Horizon sky)
Gümüşlük
Gündoğan
Ortakent
Bitez
Güllük (Fresh fruit, vegetables, spices, clothes)
Bodrum (Fresh Fruit vegetables,spices 1st day)
Yalıkavak)
Wednesday
Thursday
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Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Bodrum ( main day)
Iasos
Konacık
Yalıçiftlik
Turgutreis
Mumcular
Gümbet
Bitez - Second hand market every Sunday
Restaurants
Güllük
Kırçın Cafe &Restaurant ( Fish Restaurant)
Palm Beach
Berkhan Restaurant
Fuego
Bodrum
Musto
Eski Çeşme Mah. Neyzen Tevfik Cd No:130
(0252) 313 3394
Memedof ( Fish & Mezes )
Neyzen Tevfik Cd No:234
(0252) 313 4250
Tango Restaurant :
Neyzen Tevfik Caddesi
0 252 316 08 98
Denizhan Et Lokantası (Meat & Kebap)
Atatürk Bulvarı No. 277
Konacık
Tel: (0252) 363 76 74 75
Meyhaneler Sokağı ( a passage become with many restaurants and fish shops)
İlhan Berk Sok No 25
0252 313 13 50
Shoppings
Migros ( supermarket)
Güllük , Bodrum and Milas
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Tansaş( supermarket)
Güllük , Bodrum and Milas
Kipa (Tesco)
Ortakent, Bodrum, Güllük and Milas
Metro Gross Market
Ortakent
Koctaş ( B&Q)
Ortakent
Teknosa (elektro Market)
Yokuşbaşi Bodrum
Shopping Malls
Milta Bodrum Marina
Neyzen Tevfik Caddesi No. 5
Tel: (0252) 316 18 60
www.miltabodrummarina.com
Oasis Shopping and Culture Centre
Kıbrıs Şehitleri Caddesi
Tel: (0252) 317 00 02
www.oasisbodrum.com
Midtown Shopping Center
On the main road to Ortakent
www.midtown.com.tr
Nightlife
Marina Yacht Club
Milta Bodrum Marina
(0252) 316 12 28
Mavi Bar (The oldest bar in a traditional bodrum house)
Cumhuriyet Caddesi No. 17
(0252)316 39 32
Mandalin (different bands every night)
Carşı Mah 1025 sok
0549 226 48 48
By Jack
Neyzen Tevfik Cad.
0507 859 1570
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Museums & Sites of Interest
Bodrum Castle & Underwater Archaeology Museum
Tel: (0252) 316 25 16
Opening hours: 08:30 – 18:30
Entrance Fee: 20 TL
Closed on Mondays
Mausoleum
Tel: (0252) 316 12 19
Opening Hours: 08:00 - 17:00
08:30 - 17:30 (June 2012 onwards)
Entrance Fee: 8 TL
Myndos Gate & The Ottoman Tower
Open 24 hours and is free of charge.
The Ancient Theatre
A variety of shows and concerts are performed at the theatre throughout the summer season.
Güllük
Güllük is an authentic fishing village with friendly bars, small sea front fish restaurants, beaches and
calm, clear seas.
www.gulluk.net
Torba
A pretty coastal village, with a picturesque mountain backdrop and a typically Turkish, peaceful
atmosphere. Here you will find a small pebble beach and a compact harbour. Restaurants are limited
but authentic.
Türbükü
A pretty, traditional fishing village set on a peninsula hillside. With crystal clear waters, excellent
seafood restaurants and trendy bars, Türbükü is a fashionable hotspot for Turkish celebrities.
Ortakent
Ortakent is a large village situated in the centre of Bodrum Peninsula and is famous for its attractive 17th
Century ‘tower houses’ and architecture. These tower houses were built by locals to protect themselves
from the dangers coming from the sea. The market, selling fresh fruit and vegetables is open every
Wednesday. Kargı Beach is certainly one of the best beaches in the Bodrum Peninsula with its white
sand and palm trees, camel rides are available.
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Gümbet
Gümbet offers one of the longest and most popular beach on the peninsula. This is considered the place
to go for entertainment and water sports.
Yalikavak
Yalikavak is one of the oldest fishing villages in Bodrum, with many of its inhabitants still seafarers. It is
also famous for its citrus trees, fish and new marina. Visit the village bazaar for souvenirs, textiles and
rugs.
Signs
Belediye
Cami
Deniz
Göl
Harabeler
Havaalanı
Kale
Kilise
Köprü
Liman
Meydan
Müze
Otogar
Plaj
Şehir Merkez
Giriş
Çıkışı
Açık
Kapalı
Sigara Içilmez
Tuvaletler
Bay
Bayan
Dur
Girilmez
Tehlikeli
Yavaş
Otoyol
Tek Yön
Town Hall
Mosque
Sea
Lake
Ruins
Airport
Castle/Fortress
Church
Bridge
Harbour/Port
Town Square
Museum
Bus Station
Beach
Town Centre
Entrance
Exit
Open
Closed
No Smoking
Toilets/WC
Male
Female
Stop
No Entry
Danger
Slow Down
Freeway
One Way
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