KEKOVA We found the perfect location | VAN LIFE Travel Series 2021

Kekova gave us one of those WOW moments! A settle down location? If you come to Turkey's south coast don't miss a visit to Kekova & the town of Kalekoy, Simena and Ucagiz. We had a fabulous day !
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Travel vlog 397 | Filmed April 2021| Kekova | Country 30/197
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We’re Marianne and Chris, a married couple from the UK. After some life changing events we decided that life was just too short. We sold all our belongings, bought an old Campervan & rented our house to travel full time. The aim is to attempt to visit every country in the world in either our van or with a backpack. We started videoing our travels for our family and then decided it was a wonderful way to document and share our adventures.
Our latest adventure started in January 2020 when we left the UK in an attempt to drive our van all the way around the world. Let the adventures continue.

[@mertmeh]

Petition for Marianne and Chris to just move to Turkey forever 😂

[@TREADtheglobe]

Ha ha - we will be back for sure as we have a massive part of Turkey in our hearts !!

[@alanchadwick2646]

Signed

[@sandramelara7664]

Now I love 💕 Turkey 🇹🇷 thanks 🤩 to you guys ☺️

[@StevenGodfrey3956]

When my campervan is ready Turkey is where I'm headed !! Another great video guys , you had a great day. I think the boat prices was very reasonable considering you had it to yourselves and they cost a fortune to upkeep ! The people are so warm and inviting , kind , welcoming and love their beautiful country.

[@ahmedalshalchi]

Interesting ... Shall we see another campervan tourism channel soon ?!...

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thanks 👍 We know you will love and enjoy it too xx

[@Aaron-P]

Never heard of Kekova before this -- absolutely incredible!!! What an amazing intersection of history, nature, archeology, and geology! 🤯🤯🤯 This will definitely send me down a Wikipedia rabbit hole for sure! And the villages there are so beautiful! The colors of the flowers and the fruits on the trees are spellbinding. What a magical place. ❤❤😎👍xx

[@Psikotrexex]

Most of Europeans and Americans thinks Turkey is a desert land like Eygpt but actually we are not Middle East country nor European country. Europeans rejects us Middle Easterns reject us =D We are at stuck lol =D

[@TREADtheglobe]

Glad you enjoyed it - what an utterly fabulous place ... we loved it !! We love travelling around in Trudy - we can visit the known and the unknown places ... but Kekova was a place that we had so many messages that we knew we had to visit !! and we loved it !! I do hope you and Mrs P get to visit one day xx

[@hansgustaf540]

I love this country since 39 years and did so many boat Trips from KAS, to DEMRE/MYRA to see ♥️KEKOVA♥️ This is a place of breathtaking beauty!!! In the middle of the 80s we were even able to snorkel above the Ruins in the water! By the way: My "home village" in Turkey is ❤️DALYAN❤️😉 since 1986.

[@TREADtheglobe]

So cool!

[@unemployedphilosopher1375]

Mediterranean fraternity the best 🇮🇹🇹🇷🇪🇸🇬🇷🇨🇾❤️

[@pattyd3205]

We did that trip in a Glass Bottomed Boat, it was absolutely amazing. We also visited the school below the Castle. The children were so excited and were so happy to try out there few words of English their teacher had taught them. Another wonderful Video, thank you so much for bringing back so many happy memories x Patricia 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@TREADtheglobe]

Oh wow! That is great to hear - thank you for sharing xx

[@karenbradshaw-taylor4381]

Omg, that was amazing and I found it very emotional too, I think you have found a very spiritual place in Kekova. I absolutely am in love and can't wait to visit as a fellow diver, it is my idea of heaven! Thank you so much for sharing my lovelies xx

[@TREADtheglobe]

I do hope you get the opportunity to visit one day - it is just awesome !! thanks for your lovely message Karen xx

[@salpa44]

U wont visit summertimes because there are many people. İ advise to u who can visit late september and october.

[@Stacetheist]

Long time watcher, first time commentator. Never thought Turkey would be on my bucket list but your two have made it so. Thanks for what you do!

[@TREADtheglobe]

Our pleasure! And thank you for watching and such a positive message 🌺

[@vincentblackshadow1581]

The tiny theater inside the castle of Simena is one of my favorite places in Turkey. It is not built but chiseled out of the living rock and the view is stunning with the backdrop of Kekova island.

[@TREADtheglobe]

Yes - we can see why you love it here

[@sohooutdoors]

If you are going during the summer months, I highly suggest cruising around Kekova islands, you won't be disappointed. Swimming in a beautiful turquoise water next to the ancient ruins that are dated back to 1000s years is a once in a life time experience ( might be the only place on earth) Also have some homemade ice cream in Kalekoy ( castle village ) super tasty!

[@TREADtheglobe]

Hi and thanks for the tips SoHo Outdoors ... we were fortunate enough to visit there !! Woo Hoo ... one of my most favourite places ... there is a video, I hope you enjoy it xx

[@sonjalocke7323]

Oh my goodness.... I have traveled the world in my younger years, but I have never seen any place as beautiful! I am intrigued. Wonderful video! Love you guys! ❤️

[@TREADtheglobe]

I think once this around the world challenge is complete ... we will have to do a Turkey meet up for all the Tribe members !! woo hoo .... 🤔🙌🌺 love you too xx

[@sariboncuk9112]

It is such a pity many Germans use to stay in the concrete deserts of Antalya, Alanya and Side. Turkey has so much more to offer - if you are not "afraid" to leave your All-Inclusive Resort and try to explore what is in the region around you. I suggest: Fly to DALAMAN and go to the small town of DALYAN - surrounded by unspoilt nature, offering a golden beach where the sea turtle "Caretta Caretta" leaves eggs for millions of years. Btw I am German, too. Discovered this green paradise by friendly waiters from the place serving my partner and me in Marmaris in 1982. We went to their homes by Avis-car one day - and never booked Marmaris again ;-)

[@thezed7139]

I love the Mediterranean climate

[@yeovil50]

Kekova really is stunning and a bit of a hidden paradise. Me and my wife stayed there a couple of years ago, we stayed in February and still the weather was incredible. The boat tour really is a must! The people are charming as they are all over Turkey.

[@TERRYnKERRY]

Wow,what a fantastic place,that water,the views,it is a 10/10 from us thanks from Alfoquia Spain Carola and Terry 😊♥️

[@TREADtheglobe]

Glad you enjoyed it too !! Just a smashing place xx

[@TERRYnKERRY]

@@TREADtheglobe well done x stay safe ♥️

[@Nina-dp3gx]

Everyone I know cannot wait to go back after their first vacation in Turkey ☺️ 💥

[@bigjase6481]

The blue Renault 12,reminds me of a old friend. 👍

[@1974fehmi]

Hello, Marianne and Chris. Thanks to you, I have the opportunity to explore the corners of paradise of my country that I never knew about. Reading the comments below the videos, I understand that many people can't wait to see this place. You are having a good time and supporting Turkish tourism. I'm grateful to you for that. I'd love to meet you one day. Have fun, guys 😃♥️🙋🏻‍♂️.

[@TREADtheglobe]

Sounds great!

[@msrjorge1805]

A breathtaking place🥰… lovely

[@fianaj9517]

Hi guys, been watching you guys daily and loving the vids😍 I think I have fallen in love with kas and would love to visit there as soon as travelling is permitted and safe. Thanks for entertaining us during this pandemic and you have given hope and dreams to hold on too, and will be finally getting our van this year. Me and Paul love you guys, and love from the kids ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thanks Fiana - we would love you all to join us here or maybe meet up one day here - it is a truly special place and Kas and Kekova have to be on your list for sure !! love to the family 🤗🌺

[@fianaj9517]

It would be a pleasure 😊❤️

[@muratkaraburun9712]

La Turquie le plus beau pays du monde 🇹🇷🇹🇷🇹🇷

[@maryfitzpatrick7428]

What a Stunning place Kekova is, so scenic and picturesque. The boat trip looked amazing and well worth it. Great video guys, stay safe

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thanks so much! 😊 We loved it

[@TraxionLove]

Türkiyedeki güzellikleri gösterdiğiniz için teşekkür ederim,süpersiniz

[@theliberalthinker3308]

Wow wow!! Turkey is a really diverse landscape

[@yunusemrex]

Best places in the world

[@TREADtheglobe]

It is marvellous !!

[@hassanbjan1828]

Hello Our Dears Marianne and Chris ! Wow. You have showed us today the paradise of Turkey. Kekova is one of the most amazing holiday destinations in Turkey. We have unforgettable memories of our many observations of Kekova. Your tour to Kekova is one of your best tours from Turkey. We wish you happy moments in Turkey. With our best regards Nurie and Hassan Bijan Hamburg

[@TREADtheglobe]

Our pleasure!

[@chrislast529]

Covid aside ,You're definitely in the right place at the right time . Perfect climate, lovely hospitality and no tourists ! I was first there in my old vw back in 93-94 prior to mass tourism but the smaller villages are still idyllic, so pleased they're still relatively rural and you're enjoying exploring the South as much as I did 😎

[@lindawentink2725]

Lovely , thank you. The boat ride , crystal waters and incredible ruins .What a treat especially to have it all to yourselves.

[@TREADtheglobe]

We agree!

[@ggoddkkiller1342]

Kekova completely slaughtered my bucket list😂😂 Thank you very much for sharing such an amazing place❤❤

[@TREADtheglobe]

My pleasure 😊 you will not regret it !!

[@levinawalsh2015]

Absolutely Magical 👌. I think I would just Love to live the rest of my life there. Thank you Marianne & Chris for finding & Sharing this Stunning village ❤🌺☘.

[@TREADtheglobe]

Our pleasure! and Us too !! woo hoo

[@grange247]

Greetings guys from Shrewsbury.....love your vids. Building our own sprinter van. Off to Bodrum next year...... unfortunately not in our van. Really admire you for having big conker's and living your dream. From Andy and Deb , Shropshire .😁

[@TREADtheglobe]

Sounds great! Thanks for your lovely message and love to Shrewsbury from us both xx

[@irfanede6648]

Kekova fantastic

[@karenjones8166]

Aaah, this brought back some lovely memories, I was lucky enough to visit about 10 years ago, nice to see the town has retained all its character and charm. ❤️

[@AnMarie711]

Absolutely stunning. Turkey is beautiful.

[@maxinel1297]

Fabulous place. Have been lucky enough to go there on a few excursions over the years. The water is incredible. I can vouch for the kayaking across to Kekova too. Some wonderful memories. Thanks so much for the videos. Looking forward to seeing what's next 😀

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thanks for sharing

[@aliciathom9633]

The sea at Kekova can get pretty choppy in the afternoons.....last September we did a fabulous five day boat trip with kayaking every day from Kaş to beyond Kekova. SO beautiful!

[@TREADtheglobe]

Sounds great!

[@Nickle314]

Dut - Mulberries - probably associated with silk production at some time in the past

[@Nickle314]

@Hüseyin Erkaya I can remember when I was a child, keeping silkworms. One of my father's friends showed me how to get the silk off the cocoon. You put the cocoon in your mouth and let your saliva soften the glue holding the fibres together. I suspect that was the original way before they used hot water.

[@burcubingul4493]

I feel you when you say "can we live here?" Marianne. Same here.

[@erkangedik3345]

Boş yere antik çağlarda türkiyeye küçük asya dememişler. Bir kıtanın sahip olabileceği doğal güzellikler ve farklı kültürler tek başına türkiyede mevcut.

[@yaseminaltug8900]

Vlogs should come more often. It's nice to know this wonderful country

[@20mi]

I'm living in Antalya and never visit there before and just realized what I missed.

[@DopamineDiscoveries]

I finally just caught up after watching all your vlogs from the beginning (until you just left the carpark in Istanbul, which is when I started watching). This video brought back so many memories for my husband and I of when we were in this area. I remember buying a par of 'Roy Bon' sunglasses from a shop you walked past in Üçağız haha

[@karmathegiant]

This place looks magical!

[@TREADtheglobe]

It absolutely was !!

[@roktay6613]

Thanks for the video. April and May is the best time for the south of Turkey. With many thousands of different flower smell and cool weather. Enjoy.

[@rebekahsalt26]

Kalekoy does indeed look fantastic! Yes I’d definitely live there, little house and fish dinners, swimming and kayaking ♥️👌. The water on this coastline is absolutely gobsmacking eh. We can’t wait to visit in September fingers n toes crossed. Thank you for your vlog. That pension Likya looks amazing 🤩

[@TREADtheglobe]

Sounds great!

[@jonathanholley8043]

I remember doing this trip with my wife nearly 25 years ago and your video brought back so many happy memories.

[@TREADtheglobe]

Oh that is so lovely to hear - thank you

[@janewalford4383]

Love a boat trip! That certainly was beautiful.

[@partyinthebeach]

FYI the 650tl boat hire is a private charter. In season if you jump on the daily tour boats 11am-5pm it's more like 170tl pp including lunch but not drinks. So that would be like 34 quid for a couple all day boat trip, swim, eat lunch and have a great time.

[@ozmunky]

Yeah, totally agree what a great town and nice people!

[@TucsonArizona]

Looks like an amazing place! Would love to go there! Thanks for sharing! Great channel! I’m following!

[@TREADtheglobe]

Welcome aboard!

[@discoveringlockenest8420]

What a fantastic place! My goodness the endless adventures you guys find yourselves in! Incredible! As a former Captain snd guide I found the boat you were on a very beautiful vessel! Thanks for your wonderful work! 🤙

[@TREADtheglobe]

Our pleasure! And I have to say those waters were magnificent !! just soothing and magical .... what a fabulous place for a Tribe meet up !! woo hoo xx

[@dudusisi9920]

Turkey is Great

[@Snowmannnnnnnnnn]

Wow absolutely amazing kekova tanks marian end cris

[@TREADtheglobe]

You are welcome

[@calxtra5361]

So absolutely pretty ... i'm getting Turkey envy :p .. wanna have the money to move there!!!

[@annabelv.2400]

I so enjoyed Marianne's thoughtfull expressions in this video, like genuinely in love with the place. you guys are the real deal

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thanks Annabel - we are delighted. you enjoyed it too xx

[@ibrahimerol5639]

Kekova is a fantastic place. Don't miss Adrasan and Olimpos when you are heading to Antalya.

[@kubedogan2280]

Oh my! you guys met Eva! I love her channel she is lovely. Thinking about how interesting conversations would happened in that gathering. I guess many knowledge shared about travelling, about world. I hope you guys enjoy your tour to the east. Comeback Turkey you still missing many places to see. Take care, stay healthy

[@agunnell9126]

My heart was exploding watching this 😍 I was meant to hike a section of the Lycian Way last year with a hike to Simena Castle and snorkel in that bay. Covid got in the way but I am more determined than ever to make sure it happens now!!

[@AusBonnie]

Sounds like a piece of heaven on earth.

[@TREADtheglobe]

Absolutely loved it !!

[@jeffchristie1541]

Glad to see your both safe n sound , don’t know if you remember me but I’m the one who contracted a very rare cancer called a Cordoma found out about it just before you guys were going on your epic journey .I had my operation on the 6 th of December 2019 I’m pleased to report I’ve had 2 - 6 monthly scans and both clear ,, anyway it’s great to join you again on your journey .

[@TREADtheglobe]

Wow - great to hear and continued great health. What a journey you must have been on yourself - we hope you have got some nice plans for R+R and sending our very best wishes xx Marianne xx

[@jeffchristie1541]

@@TREADtheglobe Thanks guys yeah it's been one hell of a journey but on the better side of things now xx stay safe guys and will continue on your journey xxxx

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thanks Jeff ... You too xx 🤗🌺

[@chrisschmid9167]

You could tell that you were in awe of this place and the clearest water that you will ever see.Considering what you get for your money in Turkey the boat trip did seem very expensive to me and many others on here especially the turkish people but as you said it was well worth it.

[@onentogar9599]

Great vlog with unique admiration for the natural beauty of the region around Kekova detectable in your voices. Thank you for taking us with you!

[@muharremayyldz6132]

Thank you. Excellent ❤❤❤

[@bsn2ndsflatdavis378]

Konya was one of our stops too. My parents liked visiting the mosques . You made me hungry with those simits !! I don't think I ever had one with cheese.

[@TREADtheglobe]

Literally the best simit in the world !!

[@cemsan2461]

Nice video again. Enjoy people ^^

[@darrencox1748]

You did well for letting you park there as normally when you go down they charge you to park.couple of years ago stayed on a island down there with just 1 family on island great place.only downside was God them spiders are big there never slept for 2 days lol.

[@huseyin2574]

Beautiful scenery thanks for the video.

[@pelinbulent4892]

Another great video- what a beautiful place. I think you should stay as you’ve become great advocates for Turkiye 🇹🇷🇹🇷🇹🇷

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thank you! 😃

[@stephenmeikle7135]

Hi Marianne and Chris What a wonderful place you have found. We are converted, off season 2022 we are going to visit Turkey. Maybe not as long a visit as you have had. Love the videos, really appreciate the effort you go to.

[@TREADtheglobe]

Sounds great! Enjoy and thank you

[@YUSUFAYDIN1461]

Great video.. That was absolutely beautiful.

[@desdeelinicio8185]

Hello Chtis & Marianne! Great Video as Always. Lovely Crystal Clear waters Love it.... Much Love as Always. Be Safe.

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thank you! You too!

[@denizcimuzafferciv2989]

We missed too much there... Almost trapped in our home for last 1.5 years! Many thanks...

[@egelad]

Fantastic video guys!! Never been to kekova before but this place is defo on my bucket list now!! Wow

[@selololo4644]

You are always taking us to the most stunning places, thank you for this beautiful trip.😁🥰

[@katharinamodl6654]

Ich möchte sofort wieder in die Türkei reisen. Eines der schönsten Länder der Welt

[@justicierblanc730]

👍Nice place and good memories, i visited it 10 years ago. Thank's for sharing.

[@adeelraiz8172]

God bless you and your family

[@travelswithforrestflo1239]

Just stunning, thank you for sharing. We will definitely visit one day! 😍

[@TREADtheglobe]

Have fun!

[@Goeker]

You've hit the sweet spot. Kekova is absolutely the most beautiful of all.

[@ardaakkaya2122]

Kekovaaaaaa miss u to much ♥️♥️♥️ thanks for this beatifule video. We love you to much you know 💒💒💒💒💒💒💒💒♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@TREADtheglobe]

Thank you too

[@oguzylmaz6657]

Wow 😍

[@mehmetyuca5942]

Süper very nice video thank you so much beatıful sweet family

[@laurajelisha5756]

Just gorgeous! Enjoy!💖

[@abbysadventures274]

So pleased you went to Kekova my favourite place n the world !!

[@huacamaya119]

What an amazingly beautiful place on earth. I would go visit right there and would be all worth it. Hopefully it will stay as pristine and unspoiled as it seems to be. Lovely ❤

[@TREADtheglobe]

I hope so too!

[@michelecole6432]

It was such a pleasure coming with you!

[@fatmafusungunersel6376]

Fantastic place. I have never been there. I will definitely go with first opportunity. ❤

[@SultanOrhanGazi]

Kekova eh , i ll keep it in mind Thanks guys , you re making the best of turkey

[@ege3304]

Very very nice 🏖🤠😎😍😍

[@GreenCroco1]

0:50, 🤣🤣Fabulous "Cash" (Kaş)..!!!!

[@billbodger4723]

Looks fantastic I’d live there as well just beautiful, I love turkey like you guys.

[@jackjack3138]

thanks guys I am turkish but i didnt even know these places.

[@Holztuben]

Definitily Visit "Yanartaş Milli Park" it's on your Road to Antalya. The Stone fired 365 Days and over 1000 Years

[@blackalbum23]

Chris, you look so relieved and happy after getting the height of your car seat adjusted

[@TREADtheglobe]

Yes - it has really helped !!

[@Max-hd1kw]

Guys, Two places you SHOULD try when in Antalya; Sisci Ramazan for best kebab & Basoglu Balik for best seafood ( Try the pirate soup) you wont regret -Both very local & far from being touristy so reasonably priced - Safe Travelling.

[@craigtarbitt1687]

❤️❤️ love it you’re in the best place

[@michaelmacauley3875]

Place looks stunning great wee boat trip too 👍👍👍

[@edabilgic1372]

I did find the boat very expensive. This place is so amazing 🤩

[@magdastar2249]

Hello, fantastic as always. Love 💘 the music choice. 🎶 Gorgeous. Thank you for taking us on this trip.

[@TREADtheglobe]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@ninaroby7573]

Feel like I am there ! Miss it so much !