Starling Duplex - Altinum Turkey

At Starling Duplex we like ensure that our guests keep the highest quality surroundings and treatment when they stay. For this reason we would be happy if you followed a few guidelines when staying at Starling Duplex :

Switch of lights when leaving the room
Keep doors locked when out of the apartment
Clean up all spillages
Contact the agent immediately for any minor or major issues

Thank you.

Remember to wear sunscreen at all times when out in the sun. Try to avoid being in the sunlight around midday as this is when the sun is most dangerous.
Although it is not needed at all times of day, please remember to wear anti-mosquito lotion during hot periods of the season. It is best if you take your own anti-mosquito plug-ins and lotions with you.
When out in the sea, please be aware of the lifeguards announcements and warnings. Ocean currents can be dangerous, especially for you children.
Water sports are popular in Altinkum and are available at most beaches. if you choose to take part in a water sport activity, check your travel insurance to see whether it covers you when taking part in water sports. All water sports outlets have very tight safety precautions which you should follow at all times to avoid injury.
Remember that in Turkey you must drive on the left-hand side of the road.
Wear a money-belt under your clothing, or keep your valuables close. Be wary of pickpockets in crowded places and buses, and be extra vigilant around ATMS etc.
If you see any suspicious activity around Starling Duplex, please contact the office or your agent immediately.

There are ATM's in Didim and Altinkum, as well as lots of Exchange offices. Although the Turkish inflation is more stable now, Sterling is still quite saught after - especially towards the end of the season.
There are 3 supermarkets close by and it is easy to purchase familiar produce. Credit cards are widely accepted in stores and restaurants.
There is a Saturday market which is huge, and it is here you will find bargains in everything from clothing and household goods to food.
When shopping, remember to haggle - it's expected and it's fun! You will find bargains almost everywhere, but particularly in onyx and jewellery.
The restaurants around Altinkum offer a wide range of cuisine, with most providing a selection of English, International and Turkish dishes. There is also an Indian and a Chinese restaurant within the town.

International code for Turkey :90 Didim area code:256
OFFICIAL DEPARTMENTS
Altinkum Police Station	8137555
Head Official of Didim	8113725
Attorney General of Didim	8111175
Municipality of Didim	8112660
Municipality of Ak-Yeniköy	8761365
Municipality of Akbük	8564004
Chief of Police	8114300
Gendarme of Didim	8131137
Gendarme Help	8257035
Gendarme of (Akbük)	8564228
Gendarme of (Akköy)	8755053
Gendarme of F.Paşa Quarter	8462804
Notary Public	8131996
Post Office	161
Telephone Maintanence	121
Telephone Information	118
Aydin Police Directorship	2252506
HEALTH DEPARMENTS
Public Clinic of Altinkum Ambulance Coast Guard Private Aydogan Hospital Central Public Clinic of Didim Public Clinic of Akbuk Public Clinic of Ak-yeniköy Deparment of Social Security (SSK)	8136020 113 158 8110995 8564039 8761001 8114414 8114111
BANKS
Halk Bank	8132299
Is Bank	8113288
Ziraat Bank	8113562
ASSOCIATIONS & ORGANIZATIONS
Tourism Information Office Tradesmen and Craftmen Association	8115707 8112194
Chamber of Commerce	8112563
Tradesmen and Craftmen Guarantor Koop.	8112210
Driver Association	8132952
Tourism Association	8136144
A.D.D	8113571