Advise regarding appropriate clothing.

giff

2006-05-29 22:06:34

Hi,
I am visiting Olu Deniz with my husband and son in a couple of weeks. This will be our first family holiday and i am really excited.

I have been trying to clothes shop for the holiday but i am not too sure what would constitute appropriate clothing? I am middle-aged and mumsy so not wont be wearing anything risky but i am unsure whether i need to keep my arms and legs covered. I am aware that Turkey is a muslim country but i also understand it may be rather secular so i am a little uncertain.

I am not too good with heat so would prefer to wear shorts and t-shirt. But i would not wish to give offence when a visitor in another country. So if i have to cover up i guess i will be shopping for linens.

I know this seems a silly question but it is of big concern to me so any advice would be really appreciated.

Thanks for this forum i have learnt a lot for our trip from reading.

dksbbs

2006-05-29 22:48:21

Giff

Don't worry about clothing, short skirts, strappy tops are no problem in the tourist areas, topless around the pool and on the beach is fine, just don't go walking around just in a bikini away from the beach or pool. You will need shoulders covered and long skirts/trousers if you want to visit a mosque.

Dave

giff

2006-05-29 23:09:43

I have definitely been worrying too much then. Thank-you so much for your reply Dave.

I will get shopping now i know.

bluepeterno1

2006-05-30 07:54:27

it is good to see you are oncerned about causing offence in a foreign country , wish a lot more people were . just follow the advice already given and you wont go wrong , enjoy your holiday.

bluepeterno1

prawn

2006-05-30 07:58:11

Giff, you sound a bit like me and I have never had a problem. As the others have said, just be aware that you need to cover your head, arms and legs if you are visiting a mosque. Personally, I always have a light headscarf in my bag and my 'beach pyjamas' come in handy when I want to go from the pool to the bar or restaurant for a drink or lunch.

Have a great time, I am sure that you will love Turkey, especially with your attitude.

giff

2006-05-30 19:46:58

Thank-you so much for all the kind replies. I am much re-assured and so much looking forward to this holiday.

Prawn, i bought a little headscarf on my shopping trip today as i thought it might be useful item. So excellent that you think so too.

What a very nice forum.

joan.pw

2006-05-31 17:56:06

over up

Any thing goes really in Turkey, but I always feel its best to slip a sorong on when leaving the beach to visit a cafe or bar.rather than getting fully dressed which can be a bore if going back to beach after, if you feel tthat is not suitable for you just pop a tee shirt and sorong on, what ever makes you feel comfy.
You will soon settle into the life and relax, when you have been there a day or two.
As you say show you respect, cover up for the mosque.
You will have aa wonderful time with great people who can not do enough for you, let us all know how you get on.

giff

2006-05-31 18:40:33

Thanks Joan! Every word i read and i am more excited by the minute.

Another daft question but do i need to pack thick sweaters and coats for evenings or will light sweaters be better? We are going to be there from mid to end June. Sorry for being a numpty. :oops:

bridd

2006-05-31 18:53:20

Something like a cotton cardi will do the job.

lady

2006-05-31 19:03:42

Hi, you will love Olu Deniz, we have just come back from a great holiday there. You will not need anything thick and warm to wear, last week I was sat outside at midnight in a vest top and skirt. The week before did put a thin cardigan on a couple of times about 9pm. It gets hotter every week so by the time you go it will be very warm. Have a great time and don't worry about what to wear it is a small resort and really friendly wear whatever you want you get a mixture of clothes there, mostly smart casual in evenings.

giff

2006-06-01 09:13:28

Thank-you so much Bridd and Lady. I am so glad to you had a good holiday and recommend Olu Deniz Lady. I have lists of things i want to do there.

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