The amount of people who never deter from one single holiday destination astounds me. Just listening to the stories of their identical experiences makes me wonder if they were unaware that there is a whole world out there waiting to be explored. The main offender when it comes to repeat holidays is Spain, which seems to have some sort of mythical hold over a vast quantity of travellers. Yes Spain does offer the fantastic summer weather and the miles of pristine beaches, but why go back to the same place year after year? Branching out of a holiday rut can be hard at first however if you find yourself on a first name basis with the hotel staff, you really do need a change. If you are looking for a new resort why not consider the Turkish resort of Bodrum? A picturesque tourist area that is renowned for its stunning blue waters and white sandy beaches.

Open any holiday guidebook and you will find praise for Bodrum's amazing coastline. Some cynics out there may be asking how the coastline is different to those in Spain or any other popular holiday resort, only seeing is believing but I will do my best to explain! Imagine staring into water so clear that you can see every fish and plant swimming beneath your feet, then imagine stretches of golden sand that look like they have yet to be discovered. The postcard effect that Bodrum conjures in your mind is one of the resorts key attractions with travellers of all ages finding their own slice of heaven along the famous coastline.

Bodrum is definitely a popular place with sports enthusiasts with plenty of leisure activities to enjoy both on and off land. Water sports are especially popular along the beaches with facilities readily available for tourists to try. Jet-skiing is a popular choice as is wind surfing and even paragliding. If you are not yet prepared to test your adrenaline levels on your holiday, why not enjoy a relaxing cruise along the coastline or a pedalo ride out to sea? Many of the organised cruises include a delicious seafood buffet, the perfect way to spend a lazy day in Bodrum.

Stepping out of your holiday comfort zone may not be as easy as it seems therefore it is no surprise that many tourists need an extra push. The next time you find yourself flipping through the same holiday snaps why not take the time to think about all of the countries in the world that you could be missing out on? Although there is a chance that you will find somewhere that does not suit your needs, the chances are that you will find another ten places that are exactly what you need.