The history of Kalkan
- By Mathew Simpson
- 21 May 2025
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Curious about Kalkan? Come with us and see how it evolved from fishing port to luxury destination... 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 >
At the start of 2025, we launched Simpson Signature: our finest luxury villas in Greece, Turkey, Italy, Mallorca, Portugal and Corsica. Sarah Barnes, our dedicated Signature specialist, explains what this new collection is all about. Read more >
Wondering where to take your teenagers on holiday for a break that will keep everyone smiling? Timothy Watson shares how he found the secret to family holiday success in Kalkan. Read more >
What is Kalkan famous for? What are the best things to do in Kalkan? Discover three fabulous activities included in your holiday in Kalkan with our compliments Read more >
It’s all about latitude of course, so you don’t need us to tell you that Crete is likely to be considerably sunnier than Cambridge in April! Read more >
Karen Beddow, mother of three and editor of award-winning travel blog Mini Travellers, negotiates the difficulties of travelling as a family of five… Read more >
Simpson Traveller Emily Harris (15) tells us why Kalkan is the perfect teenage destination; so good, she went there twice! Read more >
Exotic, intriguing and flamboyant, Kaş is a vibrant melting pot of courtyard restaurants, bohemian shops and colourful bazaars. A distinctly Simpson destination, we show you why it's a jewel in the crown of Turkey's glittering Turquoise coast and why there's plenty to do and see, no matter what your inclination. Read more >
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