Benefits of owning a home in the Alanya region 
Buying a home in the sunny Mediterranean region of Turkey is a very affordable option for those who want to make an investment. If you want to buy property along the Turkish Riviera, we recommend that you do so by a European broker. RIPO HOMES real estate in Alanya is Norwegian owned. We offer a choice of quality properties and full after sales service. 

Whether you wish to buy a vacation home or a retirement home, an apartment for rent out, or a year-round housing, making generation investment, or just make a pure capital investment are the property along the Turkish Riviera guaranteed a good investment. Prices are low and the quality of new buildings is very good. You can get a nice house on the sunny coast at a much lower price than for example in Spain. At the same time, you get full ownership of your name, you may also be the added advantage that you do not pay any rent. Owning an apartment in Alanya is cheap!

In recent years it has become increasingly popular to buy properties in Turkey, many European have already found their second home along the Turkish Riviera. The Turkish real estate market for vacation homes are in many ways still in its early stages in market. Therefore, it is a very good time to invest here.

Rental Facilities
Whether you have an apartment or villa rental opportunities are very good. A good holiday home will always be sought in particular during the peak season from May to October, but also for long-term rentals, we see an increase in inquiries.

Flights
To fly to Turkey from many of the countries around is relatively easy. Today is the nearest airport, Antalya Airport (AYT), about 13 mil from Alanya. But in May 2010, the new international airport, Alanya Gazipasa Airport will be open. This means that the transfer time between the new airport and Alanya will be around about 30-45 minutes. Thus contributing to the Alanya region will become even more attractive. Even today you can book airline tickets all year round. Flights go every week to Antalya. Although many countries offer flights year-round at low prices.

Cost of living
The cost of living in Turkey is much lower than in most European countries, and the food is fantastic. Since Alanya is located in the subtropical belt, it is always green and fertile. Therefore, there is an abundance of fruit and vegetables all year round and you can get it for low price in the market.

Nature
A half hour's drive from Alanya city centre takes you up to 2000-3000 meters elevation in the beautiful and dramatic Taurus Mountains. Alanya has an incredibly beautiful landscape to show up and offer you a wide range of outdoor experiences. In the Taurus Mountains you can go on a forest walk in an environment of spectacular terrain, go para gliding, fishing, hunting or swimming in one of the clean but icy rivers. Due to the subtropical climate is the tree line approximately 2500 feet above sea level. To go up to the mountains to paint nature and have an outlet for her artistic talents have also become very popular. In these mountains is also Alanya’s first alpine centre planned. Would you like to be near the sea and enjoy sunbathing and swimming is many kilometres of sandy beaches offered. Mediterranean Sea also offers excellent conditions for diving.

Sports
Alanya region offers many different international events of various kinds. Each year stands Alanya to host the World Championships in triathlon, volleyball and mountain biking. In addition to the lines already in operation, planned several international golf courses and football banners in the world. If you want to relax and make some exercising, Alanya will be perfect for this. Alanya offers free outdoor gym, a beautiful promenade which is great for a jog or bike ride. A walk along the beach at sunset or a swim in the sea is also part of everyday life. But there are many other sporting opportunities, such as jeep safaris, rafting, bike safari, jetski and surfing.

Entertainment
Thanks to Alanya's subtropical climate and beautiful landscapes are offered here with many free entertainments. A stroll in the sunshine, a dip in the ocean, a while fishing near the shore, a visit to the mighty Taurus Mountains or a visit to one of the ancient cities are just a selection of free entertainment available. But this offers much more than that. Here you have a colourful and full range of day and evening activities and entertainment all year round. There are several cafes, restaurants and discos that offer different themes. You will find a heavenly range of shopping, where you'll find everything from shoes and designer clothes to Oriental mysticism. Would you like to do something different, you can visit Sealanya and swim with dolphins or go on a trip to another city. Getting around the different cities in Turkey is easy.

Standards
Here in Alanya is everything you might need to cope with everyday life. Most are international standard. When you visit Alanya you will find many similarities with Europe, despite this, there is a Turkish charm around you. Here's health and education high. This attracts many people, young and old, for example, make their private surgery here in Alanya and around Turkey. It can be big money to save for the treatment of such dental and eye care in Turkey compared to many others countries. Alanya has a low crime, and that along with the hospitality of the local people of Alanya, make this to an attractive choice to holiday or live in. The Turks have followed their ancestors' advice: according to an ancient legend that is the guests a gift from above and shall be treated accordingly.

Climate
Alanya has a warm Mediterranean climate all year round. In summer it is warm, at times with temperatures about 30-40 degrees. In the winter, which is between Novembers to February, the daily temperature is often between 20-30 degrees when the sun is there. But the temperature can also come down for 10-15 degrees in the mornings and evenings. During the rainy season it can rain heavily and then shine up with a brilliant sun.