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So I asked some locals and Marmaris tourists where the best Pizza in town was and this is what they said: Voted No; 1 in Marmaris: 'O’Yes' (Marmaris Beach Front & Marina) x 15 Votes Voted by: Daisy Kurt, Annette Coiffeur, Richard Ward, Louise Unal, Rebecca Lewis, Zeynep Köymen, Joanne Oztan, Shaun Leadbitter, Jane Ecer, Susan Baguc, Lori Carthy, Tracey Harrington-Simpson, Alison Midgley, Katrine Guzelsu, Erdal Arikboga Voted No; 1 in Içmeler: Alins x 7 Votes Voted by: Nasreen Harrison, Suzi Murphy, Kathryn Willmore, Danielle Güler, Marie Bowden, Karen Collins Others Favorites: La Vita Bella (Marmaris Marina) x 10 Votes Voted by: Joanne Oztan, Katie Katıkaya, Louise Unal, Kerry Uzuntok, Susan Baguc, Tuna Akdeniz, Hannah Mengi, Tracy Meldrum, Sharon Bozkurt, Michelle Mason Bono (Marmaris Beach Front) x 6 Votes Voted by: Mark Larney, Lindsey Erkul, Tracy Meldrum, Kelsey Kilickesen, Pam Blount, Craig Frances Yunus (Marmaris Beach Front) x 3 Votes Voted by: Rita Zimmerman, Alison Midgley, Kris Powell Vinces Bar (Içmeler) x 2 Votes Voted by: Sue Cassy, Pat Richardson Greasy Spoon (Sitiler, Marmaris) x 2 Votes Voted by: Christina Manners, Donna Russell
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![]() Name: Janet Bradley Location: Içmeler Nationality: British Vocation: Volunteer at Içmeler Dog Shelter. Main Aim of the Charity: Our work is to rescue any animal in need, not just dogs but also cats, ducks, horses, rabbits, in fact any animal that comes our way. We also have a trap and neuter programme for the many street cats in Içmeler. So Janet, can you let us all know a little bit about what do you do in Içmeler? In 2007/8 I became involved in ‘Marmaris Animal Welfare’ as a volunteer. In April 2010 a dog shelter opened in Içmeler, so I along with Semin Biter (The president of Içmeler Animal Welfare) started working there as a volunteer. Over the years it has grown in size and we have built many extra kennels but there is still so much more that needs to be done. We are presently housing around 60 dogs and puppies, this number increases in the winter months as many more dogs are abandoned. We arrange food, vet care, and ensure that the dogs have suitable shelter for the cold winter months. It is difficult in the winter months as we have no mains electric so we have to do as much as we can during daylight hours. We also ensure that the dogs are walked as often as we can. During the summer months we have many holiday makers who generously give up their time to walk the dogs. The dogs love the attention they get and are all very well behaved! How do you raise money?: We have a facebook page, Içmeler Animal Welfare, the members of which send money via paypal to help towards the food and ever mounting vets bills. Many of the visitors to Içmeler donate clothing, jewelry, towels, cosmetics shoes, books, dvds, which they no longer need at the end of their holidays. We then hold table top sales throughout the summer season where the goods are sold, which brings in much needed cash for the upkeep of all the animals. We also have some members and friends from UK who use the Thomas Cook free 10k baggage allowance for charities and bring us lots of collars, leads, frontline, flea treatments and most welcome dog treats. What is the main thing that the donations go towards?: Many of the animals that we take into our shelter need immediate vet care so there are always vets bills to be paid. All the dogs in our care are neutered which again is an expensive outlay. On top of that we have to buy food for the dogs, and the many street cats that we feed at various feeding stations throughout Içmeler. We are constantly repairing the kennels and ensuring that there is a constant supply of drinking water for the dogs. We have recently purchased a freezer through kind donations from our members and friends. We have some very generous hoteliers who save all their leftover food for us to collect which we can then store for the winter months. Unfortunately we have to go through all the donated food by hand to remove, tissues, plastic , bones and other unwanted bits and pieces. Not a pleasant job, but very necessary for the well being of the dogs. Do the Animals stay in the shelter for life?: We hope that they will all find forever homes, however obviously some do not. It is very upsetting, but on the up side of this some of the animals do get adopted. Over the last 3 years we have been very lucky that 16 dogs have gone to the UK and Europe after being adopted by members who came to visit the kennels. They take the dogs walking during their holidays and simply fall in love!!! It’s so heartwarming when the members send me videos and photographs of the dogs enjoying their new lives in other parts of the world. I wish it would happen much more often as there as so many dogs here in the shelter that need a loving forever home. Where can people find out more info on the cause?: Via our facebook page ‘Içmeler Animal Welfare’. It has been very effective in raising awareness of the registered charity. We have over 1500 members from here in Turkey, the UK and Europe. We always welcome new members who can join our page for information, events we are holding, the adoption process, volunteering and of course pictures of our beautiful animals. And finally, on a personal note, what made you move to Içmeler?: I moved to Turkey in 2005, for no specific reason except that I wanted a bit of adventure and ended up staying longer than expected due to the charity work with the animals. I didn’t anticipate doing this type of work, but I suppose I have found my calling. My dogs mean a lot to me and all have their own personal names. It will be hard to walk away from it all, but I do miss my family and eventually I will return to the UK. Meanwhile I intend to carry on and make sure the animals get the best lives I can give them. Venue: Steak&Bar, Grand Azur Hotel
Date Visited: 06.12.15 Reviewed By: Louise Bell As a Marmaris socialite it’s fair to say that I am lucky enough to be invited to some super fabulous places to try out some super fabulous food. Yesterday I was invited to chow down for Sunday Brunch at the Steak&Bar. The Venue: The Steak&Bar restaurant itself is located on the top floor of the Grand Azur hotel with superb views that look across the bay of Marmaris. Great if you want to impress a new beau, your friends or family visiting. Tip: Take a minute before you head in for brunch to take a few selfies , you never know, you may find the perfect new profile picture with the fantabulous view across the bay as your backdrop! The Food: The concept is an open American/Turkish style buffet brunch that boasts loads of delicious gum smacking treats including the best menemen I have ever had the pleasure of tasting! You will also find mini burgers, pizza slices, your usual Turkish breakfast offerings, and the pièces de résistance - donuts! Yes donuts!!!! In fact the whole brunch is a hungover persons paradise. And with as much coffee or tea to wash it all down, you will hopefully emerge hangover free and ready to crack on with your Sunday. Tip: Save some room for your brunch dessert. Its easy to get carried away! The Price: A tad more expensive than your usual Marmaris brunch at 35.00tl per adult, however with what they have to offer, it is totally worth it. The Reason: Other than hunger and the love of brunch, with Christmas coming up this is a great place to go for a get together with your other half, family or your group of socialite ladies, whether it be after partying the night away or simply as a lovely treat to yourself and your crew. Tip: If you like to hang out among the Marmaris elite, then this venue is not to be missed. After all, who wouldnt want to be tagged in at the Grand Azur Steak&Bar..? |
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