Akyarlar holidays keep things small-scale, except when it comes to the village's namesake sand-swathed beach.
Pocket-sized place
Green hill-backed Akyarlar serves up holidays with a touch of tradition. This little place started out as a fishing village, and it hasn’t had a huge growth spurt since. It’s got plenty to offer, though. The village centre’s dappled with a range of restaurants, dishing up straight-from-the-source seafood. Plus, every Thursday, there’s a pocket-sized market, ideal for souvenir shopping.
Namesake beach
Akyarlar’s beach really takes the biscuit. This super-soft sandy number swoops around in a semicircle, and it’s popular with locals and tourists alike. As well as being fab for sun-worshippers, it’s known as a bit of a windsurfing destination. Hit the sands in the evening, and you’ll get stellar views of the sun setting over nearby Kos. Akyarlar Beach isn’t your only sandy spot, either. You can board a boat and spend a day exploring lots of secluded coves along the coast.