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Day-by-day itineraries, what to eat, how the city works, and the parts of Turkey worth leaving Istanbul for.

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Istanbul LifeMar 2023

Turkish Street Food To Try In Istanbul

In this blog post, we introduce you to the best Turkish street food in Istanbul, from Savory street foods to sweet treats and traditional Turkish beverages.

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Do It YourselfSept 2022

3 DAYS IN ISTANBUL FOR HISTORY LOVERS

Turkey is a come pleasant spot to spend a romantic holiday with your partner. It is one of the most beautiful places in the world to be chosen as a honeymoon for newlyweds.

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ItinerariesSept 2022

5 DAYS IN ISTANBUL FOR SHOPPING LOVERS

Turkey is a come pleasant spot to spend a romantic holiday with your partner. It is one of the most beautiful places as a honeymoon for newlyweds.

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Do It YourselfSept 2022

5 DAYS IN ISTANBUL TO VISIT BEAUTIFUL BUILDING AND STRUCTURES

Turkey is a come pleasant spot to spend a romantic holiday with your partner. It is one of the most beautiful places in the world to be chosen as a honeymoon for newlyweds.

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ItinerariesSept 2022

6 DAYS IN ISTANBUL FOR HISTORY LOVERS

Turkey is a come pleasant spot to spend a romantic holiday with your partner. It is one of the most beautiful places as a honeymoon for newlyweds.

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ItinerariesOct 2020

6 DAYS IN TURKEY FOR HONEYMOON

Turkey is a come pleasant spot to spend a romantic holiday with your partner. It is one of the most beautiful places as a honeymoon for newlyweds.

EIGHT DAY ITINERARY FOR SHOPPING FANS
Do It YourselfOct 2020

Eight Day Itinerary For Shopping Fans

If you are visiting Istanbul for eight days and you’re a true shopping fan, then you’re in luck. There is more than one place to visit every single day.

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Do It YourselfOct 2020

Five Day Itinerary For Shopping Lovers

if you consider yourself to be a shopping lover and are really wanting to splash the cash and experience shopping heaven.

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Beyond IstanbulFeb 2020

Bodrum’s Maritime History

Bodrum is far from just a holiday resort; it is a cosmopolitan town, it has history, culture, shopping, a pavement cafe vibe.

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Istanbul LifeFeb 2020

Can Any Turkish City Rival Istanbul?

Can any other city really rival Istanbul in terms of popularity, history, culture, and beauty? It’s a hard challenge, and its hard to be achieved.

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Beyond IstanbulFeb 2020

Experience True Immersion With a Village Home-Stay

Whilst you will see the traditional way of life in many cities, without a doubt the best way to experience it totally is by trying a village home-stay.

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Do It YourselfFeb 2020

Experience Upmarket Istanbul

Sultanahmet, Taksim, or Besiktas, these areas are a mixture of touristic and residential areas, and there are some upmarket parts

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Beyond IstanbulFeb 2020

How to Choose Your Ideal Turkish Resort

So, you’ve decided that you’re going to head to Turkey this summer for your annual break. Great choice! You’re sure to find fantastic weather.

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Beyond IstanbulFeb 2020

Marmaris or Icmeler?

Marmaris and Icmeler are two resorts which are located in the Dalaman region of Marmaris. They are officially within the Mugla Province

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Do It YourselfFeb 2020

Must Buy Souvenirs From Turkey

Any location in the world requires the purchase of souvenirs, to remember your time, and also to take back home for friends and family.

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Beyond IstanbulFeb 2020

South Coast Resort Weather – Month by Month

No matter what the month of the year, the south coast of Turkey is a great place to visit. You’ll find generally mild temperatures regardless of the month.

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Do It YourselfFeb 2020

The Best Places in Turkey For a Family Break

If you’re looking for a great spot to head for your family break this summer, Turkey has some fantastic resorts and hotels to choose from.

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Beyond IstanbulFeb 2020

The Big Baklava Debate – Turkish or Greek?

Baklava is small, but one piece is never going to be enough! It is a pastry kind of dessert, and it is made of a flaky pastry

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Do It YourselfFeb 2020

Tips for a Safe And Enjoyable Turkish Holiday

No matter where in the world you head for a holiday, it’s important to know a few safety hints and tips, to ensure you have a fantastic time .

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Do It YourselfFeb 2020

Transport Around Turkey

In Turkey how do you get from A to B? Thankfully there are many options to talk about transport around Turkey, and they’re quite low in cost too.

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Do It YourselfFeb 2020

Turkish Food Must Trys

Whenever you visit a new country, it’s vital to try a little of the local cuisine; who knows what you might be missing out on otherwise?

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Do It YourselfFeb 2020

Save When Visiting Turkey

Nobody has a money tree growing in their back garden, and if they do, it’s a huge secret that is yet to be discovered! For this reason.

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Beyond IstanbulFeb 2020

Why Does Turkey Get an Unfair Reputation?

What was your first impression of Turkey, before the first time you visited the country? If you have never been, what is your impression of it now?

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Istanbul LifeFeb 2020

Why Istanbul Isn’t Only About Sultanahmet

Istanbul is a massive city, it is home to thousands of people, and is packed with more history than most other countries in the world.

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Beyond IstanbulJan 2020

Basketball in Turkey

If you think that the only sport in Turkey worth watching is football, you’re wrong! Basketball is big business in Turkey

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Beyond IstanbulJan 2020

Major Fashion Brands in Turkey

Turkey is becoming a major player in the fashion world,and no matter which town or city you venture to,you will see a mixture of big named international ....

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Beyond IstanbulJan 2020

Major Fashion Shows in Turkey

Fashion is big business in Turkey, Whilst there might be some work to be done before Turkey reaches the dizzy fashion heights of big countries and cities

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Istanbul LifeJan 2020

Major Industries in Istanbul

Istanbul has long been the economic and commercial hub of Turkey. This is a city which is buzzing with life, and it never seems to sleep.

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Beyond IstanbulJan 2020

The Best Basketball Teams in Turkey

The best basketball teams in Turkey regularly play the biggest European teams for titles, and matches draw big crowds on a regular basis.

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Beyond IstanbulJan 2020

The Fashion Industry in Turkey – Part One

we can’t ignore the fact that there are very sizable fashion waves happening in Turkey, and who knows, this could grow into a tsunami effect in the future.

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Beyond IstanbulJan 2020

The Fashion Industry in Turkey – Part Two

It really all does come down to the fact that turkey’s lands are perfect for agricultural growth, and that means cotton and other textiles too.

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Istanbul LifeJan 2020

The Istanbul Marathon

Have you ever fancied running from one continent to another?This is something thousandsof runners do every year,when they take part it the Istanbul Marathon

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Do It YourselfJan 2020

Turkey Holidays – All Inclusive Vs Self Catering

So, you’ve decided to venture off to Turkey for your upcoming summer holiday – great choice! You’re going to have a wonderful time no matter where

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Beyond IstanbulJan 2020

Turkey’s Biggest Industries – Mining

Alongside agriculture and tourism, mining is another of Turkey’s biggest industries. When you consider the sheer size of the country....

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Beyond IstanbulJan 2020

Turkey’s Major Industries – Agriculture

With Turkey’s large expanse of fertile land, it’s no surprise that agriculture is one of the prime industries of the country....

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Beyond IstanbulJan 2020

Turkey’s Major Industries – Tourism

With so many beach resorts, historical spots, and cities to explore, it’s no wonder that tourism is one of Turkey’s largest and most important industries.

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Istanbul LifeJan 2020

Turkish Carpets, What Makes Them So Special?

When you visit a Turkish carpets shop, the experience in itself is quite special. You will be invited to sit down, make yourself comfortable

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Do It YourselfJan 2020

Uladag - skiing heaven in Turkey!

Situated close to the huge city of Bursa, a few hours away from Istanbul, Uludag is Turkey’s biggest and most upmarket ski resort on offer.

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Do It YourselfJan 2020

Walking the Lycian Way

In Turkey, you’re never far away from history, it’s literally at every corner. Having said that, some regions are more famous than others.

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Istanbul LifeJan 2020

Want to Party? Turkey’s Best Nightlife Spots

Sun is guaranteed during the summer months in Turkey’s coastal holiday hotspots, as well as a damn good time!But, what if you want to party?Is your luck in?

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Beyond IstanbulJan 2020

Why is Paragliding and Parasailing so Famous in Olu Deniz?

If you visit Olu Deniz you will notice two things – firstly, the scenery is stunning, and secondly, if you look upwards you will see countless flying.......

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Beyond IstanbulJan 2020

Why Turkey is Due a Tourist Boom

War, terrorism, political unrest, and a huge amount of fear – these things have affected the world to such a huge amount over the last couple of years.

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Beyond IstanbulJan 2020

Winter in Turkey – Why You Should Go

Turkey is packed with things to see and do,as well as experiences to be had,no matter what the month,Just because it isn’t some time between May and October

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Beyond IstanbulJan 2020

Your Guide to the Dalyan Mud Baths

When you visit a tourist resort in the Dalaman region of Turkey,you will be offered various different excursions that you might like to go on during ........

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Beyond IstanbulJan 2020

Hair and Beard Transplants in Turkey

Brazil is widely considered to be the plastic surgery capital of the world, but did you know that Turkey is super popular for hair and beard transplants?

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Istanbul LifeJan 2020

Adventures You Can have in Istanbul

You don’t only have to sightsee, that is a true adventure in itself! If you’re not sure where to begin, check out adventures you can have in Istanbul.

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Beyond IstanbulJan 2020

All About Popular Turkish Card Games

In Turkey you will find many different card games and domino games being played, and these games actually make up a huge part of the culture.

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Istanbul LifeJan 2020

An Expat Life in Istanbul - Part 1

Istanbul is a fantastic city to live in, one which will certainly stay with you for the rest of your days, should you decide to move on.

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Istanbul LifeJan 2020

An Expat Life in Istanbul - Part 2

This is the first thing you will notice in your Turkish expat life – it can be difficult to get anything done quickly, as the goalposts are always changing!

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How ToJan 2020

Buying Real Estate in Turkey

Buying real estate in Turkey is a popular thing to do these days. Why? Becuase there’s quite a lot of it, and it is worth a good amount of cash

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Beyond IstanbulJan 2020

Football in Turkey

Whether it’s a Turkish team or a big European team, Turks love football, and when it comes to their own team, the passion goes up a notch or ten!

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Beyond IstanbulJan 2020

From Istanbul to Bursa

You can sit in total comfort, with free Wi-Fi connection, tea, coffee, enjoying on board entertainment, whilst speeding your way from Istanbul to Bursa.

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Istanbul LifeJan 2020

How to Build a House in Istanbul

If you decide you want to move to Istanbul and build a house of your own, or perhaps you simply want to build a house to have as a base when you do visit

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Beyond IstanbulJan 2020

What Is A Residency Visa In Turkey

If you want to visit Turkey for longer than the regular 90 days out of 180 days, then it’s time to turn your attention to getting a residency visa.

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Istanbul LifeJan 2020

How to Start a Business in Istanbul

Turkey is in an enviable position for business owners, but Istanbul is certainly a hotspot for businesses to grow into huge multi-national concerns

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Istanbul LifeJan 2020

The Beauty of Hospitality

To the foreign eye, Turkish hospitality can seem a little too much, perhaps even a tad over the top, but once you have experienced it a few times

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Beyond IstanbulJan 2020

The Best Football Teams in Turkey

There are other football teams in other cities across Turkey, but really don’t match up to the quality, history, and craziness of Istanbul’s biggest teams

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Beyond IstanbulJan 2020

The History of Bursa

Dating back to around 200 BC, at the very least, the history of Bursa is a rich and fascinating one, which leads it to its old versus new vibe today.

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Beyond IstanbulJan 2020

The History of Edirne

Edirne is certainly a city which will rival Istanbul’s history, and was actually the capital of the Ottoman Empire, before Istanbul took over.

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History LessonsJan 2020

The History of Sogut

The reason Sogut and the history of Sogut is so important is all down to the Ottoman Empire. The founder of the entire Empire, Ertugrul Gazi...

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Do It YourselfJan 2020

Tourism in Bursa

Bursa is a huge university city, just a few hours away from Istanbul by road. Famous as one of the capitals of the Ottoman Empire.

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Beyond IstanbulJan 2020

Retire To Turkey?

If you want to retire to Turkey, there are a few things you need to bear in mind, but the most important one is the visa which allows you...

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Do It YourselfJan 2020

What to See in Edirne

if you continue your journey further north-west, heading towards the border with Bulgaria, you will come across another historic hotspot – Edirne

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Beyond IstanbulJan 2020

What to See in Sogut

Visiting Turkey isn’t just about the big tourist resorts and the cities, it’s about exploring the small coves and the villages too.

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Do It YourselfJan 2020

Have You Ever Been to a Turkish Bath?

If you have never been to a Turkish bath, on your next visit to the country you should certainly put this on your to do list.

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Beyond IstanbulJan 2020

Turkey’s Beautiful South Coast Beaches

There is a very good reason why Turkey has been high up on the holiday hot list for so long. Whether you’re looking for history, culture and food.

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Do It YourselfJan 2020

Must Do Experiences

Every country has experiences that are considered must dos; for instance, it is a must do to go on the London Eye in London .

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Beyond IstanbulJan 2020

Turkey’s Mysterious South East

Turkey is a huge country, and whenever people think of it, they focus on beach resorts, and the huge city of Istanbul ......

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Do It YourselfDec 2019

Adventures You Can have in Istanbul

You don’t only have to sightsee, although that is a true adventure in itself! let’s check out a few adventures you can have in Istanbul.

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Istanbul LifeDec 2019

Ten Best Istanbul Meals to Try

Turkish food is famous for being delicious, and where better to try it than in beautiful Istanbul? Not only do you get a view.