
The story of Kalkan
- By Simpson Travel
- 21 May 2025
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Created by our resort managers, destination experts and a handful of guest writers, our blogs distil decades of travel experience into a series of personal guides designed to inform and inspire as you plan your next trip. Take a virtual journey around our favourite places below, and discover personal insights, destination overviews and practical travel advice for families.
Curious about Kalkan? Come with us and see how it evolved from fishing port to luxury destination... Read more >
Move over FOMO, 2025 is the year of JOMO. Time to embrace the sweet art of doing nothing... Read more >
Are you a Kindle & cocktails couple? Or prefer to pack as much into your week away as possible? Check our guide for your perfect couples destination Read more >
We love all of Italy from the peaks of the Alps to the heel of the boot, but for summer holidays, it has to be Puglia. Come with us and discover why… Read more >
White beaches, granite peaks, crumbling citadels and so much to see and do... find your own holiday sweet spot on the Island of Beauty. Read more >
From sourcing goods locally to supporting small-scale developments, going local helps preserve cultural identities, boost regional economies and create a more authentic travel experience. Read more >
From pizza ovens and drinks fridges to full cooking facilities, we have almost 50 villas with an outdoor kitchen; keep it simple with delicious local flavours and make the most of every sunshine moment. Read more >
For an unforgettable celebration, nothing compares to hosting a party at a magnificent villa in Italy. Read more >
Step out in style with our charming collection of villas just a short stroll from the action, with waterfront restaurants, beaches, shops and amenities within easy reach. Read more >
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‘[Simpson Travel] specialise in the sort of magical, unspoilt destinations my family loves’ Author: The Telegraph
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‘So how did we find the near-perfect villa in Mallorca? The first step was to approach… Simpson Travel… we needed expertise, not just blinding choice.’ Author: Sunday Times Travel Magazine, The Villas Handbook
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‘Where Simpson [Exclusive] really excels is in its first-hand knowledge of properties and destinations’ Author: House & Garden
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‘Simpson [Exclusive] delivers holidays that combine sunshine, five-star luxury and friendly service’ Author: House & Garden
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Our stay was also infused with his thoughtful brand of hospitality, matched with that of the experienced tour operator (Simpson Travel). Author: Claire Irvin, The Times
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