﻿{"id":1340,"date":"2025-04-30T16:27:07","date_gmt":"2025-04-30T13:27:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/worldcitymugla.org\/?p=1340"},"modified":"2025-05-13T16:27:50","modified_gmt":"2025-05-13T13:27:50","slug":"blue-voyage-from-mugla-to-rhodes-begins","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/worldcitymugla.org\/en\/blue-voyage-from-mugla-to-rhodes-begins\/","title":{"rendered":"Blue Voyage from Mu\u011fla to Rhodes Begins"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Mu\u011fla Metropolitan Municipality is launching high-speed ferry services from Fethiye to Rhodes Island.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In cooperation with Istanbul Sea Buses (\u0130DO), the Mu\u011fla Metropolitan Municipality will begin operations of the Fethiye\u2013Rhodes ferry route on <strong>May 31<\/strong>. The seasonal route is expected to significantly boost tourism in the region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Under the agreement with \u0130DO, the Metropolitan Municipality is expanding its international connections with a route that promises to leave its mark on the summer of 2025. Operated by MUTTA\u015e, a municipal affiliate, the ferries will offer Turkish passengers a fast and comfortable journey to Greece.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>A Route That Will Revitalize Regional Tourism<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The ferry route, supported by the Metropolitan Municipality, will depart from Fethiye. In addition to providing transportation, it will revive regional tourism and strengthen cultural bridges. Thanks to Greece\u2019s \u201cvisa at the door\u201d policy during the summer, Turkish citizens can visit Rhodes without a Schengen visa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Non-stop Summer Service Between Fethiye and Rhodes<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The ferry schedule is as follows: Starting on Saturday, May 31, ferries will run four times a week during June. Departures from Fethiye will take place every morning at 08:30, with return trips from Rhodes at 17:30 the same day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In July and August (peak season), daily round trips will be available. In September, the schedule will revert to four trips per week.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In total, <strong>192 round trips<\/strong> will be made on the Fethiye\u2013Rhodes line during the 2025 summer season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ticket Sales Have Started<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For detailed information about schedules, travel rules, and reservations, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.ido.com.tr\">www.ido.com.tr<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Mayor Aras: \u201cTo make it easier for Mu\u011fla to establish International Connections.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Mayor Ahmet Aras commented:<br>\u201cMu\u011fla is one of T\u00fcrkiye\u2019s top tourism destinations with its natural beauty, historical heritage, and stunning coastlines. Our aim is to bring these riches to more people, boost regional tourism, and ensure that our citizens can access international connections more easily. The Fethiye\u2013Rhodes route, launched in cooperation with \u0130DO, is a vital part of this vision. Regardless of sea, land, or air, we will continue investing in all modes of transportation. We are committed to providing fast, safe, and comfortable travel throughout Mu\u011fla.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Mu\u011fla Metropolitan Municipality is launching high-speed ferry services from Fethiye to Rhodes Island. In cooperation with Istanbul Sea Buses (\u0130DO), the Mu\u011fla Metropolitan Municipality will begin operations of the Fethiye\u2013Rhodes ferry route on May 31. 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