We flew out from Stansted with EJ flight on time smooth and no complications landing at Dalaman at 2000hs within half an hour we were through the airport and safely in the hands of our Icmeler Online Transfer driver who directed us to our mini bus. Nice chilled water given out we were on our way to Icmeler. 80 minuites later we were back home in Icmeler.
This year we had decide to stay at the Hotel Bonjour, as we had eaten there previously and viewed the rooms and thought how nice they were. As the minibus pulled up we were given a warm welcome by 4 waiters who all came over and shook hands. From then on the rest of our Bonjour experince was a nightmare. But this is not place to discuss this but my full review of my hotel experience is posted on the Bonjour hotel page and on the Forum under customer feedback.
After unpacking we wasted no time in setting of to meet old friends who we have got to know over the years.
During our stay we ate at:
Yakamoz Beach Bar Great warm welcome from the staff as always, Charlie from Mr Cooks is now at the helm and many improvements have been made, The fresh seabass was to die for as was there Sunday roast.
The Chef The food and service here we found to be first class, we ate here twice on both occasions having Fillet steak which just melted in your mouth. Free local drink offered at end of meal. Packed full both nights we visited.
Cupids Food here was good set menu for 17TL Tomatoe Soup, Sweet and Sour chicken, Tea or Coffee, although felt service was just average had to ask for the included tea or coffee.
Mandelin Well have eaten here many times in the past but feel this restaurant has gone down hill. Great effort is made to get you in, but once seated we found waiters were looking down the road whilst serving you looking for there next prey, wine was virtually thrown at us, main course brought out before starters cleared. Again we had set menu for 16TL which was great value however service spoiled the evening.
Went to the beach each day staying on Yakamoz beach 2.5TL for sunbeds no hassle beach boy was there if you needed drinks or food. One day we got caught out further up just remember beach boy being called patrick works for Cupid great speel to get you on his beach we were sold by cotton matresses on sunbeds and individual water buckets for each pair of loungers for washing feet when coming out of sea, but was spoilt by constant hassle to buy drinks.
The exchange rate was 2.78 when we left on Sunday. All to soon the holiday was over and the Icmeler Online Transfer coach was there to pick us up for a great smooth transfer back to Dalaman.
Great Service from the Girls at the ICR office when we called in, We had lunch, evening meals and drinks every day
I had a haircut and wetshave and our total spend was £400 the least we have ever spent in Icmeler may the TL continue its upward trend. Entertainment remains the same getting a bit tired now.
As Usual we had a fantastic time, determined to not let our accomodation spoil it.
Arrived home early hours of Monday morning. Booked for next year needless to say not at Bonjour.
