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Why Bodrum is a destination for the rich and famous

Published 1:17 PM EDT, Wed July 2, 2025

<p>The once sleepy fishing village of Bodrum is now home to some of the most exclusive hotels in Turkey. With $50,000-a-night villas and Michelin starred restaurants, it has become an internationally renowned destination for the rich, famous and glamorous. </p>

Why Bodrum is a destination for the rich and famous

The once sleepy fishing village of Bodrum is now home to some of the most exclusive hotels in Turkey. With $50,000-a-night villas and Michelin starred restaurants, it has become an internationally renowned destination for the rich, famous and glamorous.

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<p>The once sleepy fishing village of Bodrum is now home to some of the most exclusive hotels in Turkey. With $50,000-a-night villas and Michelin starred restaurants, it has become an internationally renowned destination for the rich, famous and glamorous. </p>

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