One of Türkiye's most famous tourism destination, Bodrum, often in the news for its expensive offerings, saw a joint statement from key figures: Mahmut Serdar Kocadon, President of the Bodrum Chamber of Commerce (BODTO); Orhan Dinç, President of the Bodrum Branch of the Chamber of Shipping (DTO); Erdoğan Başeymez, President of the Bodrum Chamber of Tradesmen and Craftsmen; Mustafa Demir, President of the Bodrum Regional Representative Board of TÜRSAB; and Ömer Faruk Dengiz, President of the Bodrum Hoteliers Association (BODER). These leaders held a meeting to address the issue.
Industry representatives expressed their discomfort with the perception that Bodrum is excessively expensive, which they feel is being unfairly promoted.
Following the meeting, BODER President Ömer Faruk Dengiz made a statement, highlighting that Bodrum has become a renowned tourism brand over the past 50 years, attracting investments from many brands, including luxury ones.
Dengiz pointed out that while Bodrum frequently makes headlines for the bills from luxury brands, these do not represent the entirety of what Bodrum has to offer. He emphasized that the high-end bills shared on social media and in the press are far from an accurate depiction of Bodrum’s true character.
Dengiz stated that it is possible to have a vacation in Bodrum that fits any budget, and that the city welcomes hundreds of thousands of tourists each year with its affordable holiday options.
