Bodrum Warnings and Dangers

We had the uncomfortable experience of our masseur being a bit too free with his hands and after doing some research have found this is a common problem when men are massaging women and even men to men. It was recommended that in future we use the turkish massage place near the bus station in Bodrum where it is same sex massage and loads of people about. I read a review on another site which suggested that these men are often encouraged by some women and assume that all European women are the same way. It has definitely put me off especially having been there on our honeymoon and have that happen.

One of the best views of Bodrum and Gumbet can be found on the hill by the ruined windmills. Unfortunately, the area is occupied by a number of drunks after dark and our rep recommended we not go up there after dark. He did drive us up to see the view at night which was amazing. We walked up during the day and it was sad to see the graffiti on the windmills and the horriffic amount of broken glass and other unmentionable objects.

if you are afraid of dogs then you should be aware that you can see a dog in every corner... they are not mostly dangerous though... if you are not on your motorbike... put on thick boots while driving on motorbike...

Being a woman visiting Turkey can be really hard sometimes. This is not a danger tip, but I was anoyed by the fact that the Turks were always staring at me although I was never walking down the streets alone! Even if you're with your boyfriend, they still stare! At times I was really feeling uncomfortable, so girls be careful!