Aleksandra Cihanoğlu

02 Jul 2026

Nearly 18 million students across Turkey received their report cards as the 2025-2026 academic year came to an end. The closure marks the start of the summer holiday after 10 months of education in schools affiliated with the Ministry of National Education.

26 Aug 2014 Updated: 22 Jun 2026

Many people have dreams of moving to Turkey. Additionally, millions of travellers come each year from every corner of the globe to experience great opportunities, and many want to stay for an extended period. There are great places to live in Turkey.

07 Jun 2026

Istanbul has ranked ahead of Paris in a new European food city index, highlighting the growing importance of authentic culinary experiences in travel decisions. The latest research suggests travellers are increasingly prioritising local food, street cuisine, and cultural dining experiences over traditional fine dining when choosing where to visit.

16 Aug 2013 Updated: 01 Jun 2026

The best beaches in Turkey make this country one of the most popular summer tourism destinations in the world. In addition, they attract many holiday home buyers and those who want to retire overseas for a life of sun, sea, sand, and leisure.

01 Jun 2026

Antalya has once again secured its position as the world's leading city for Blue Flag beaches, with 232 locations receiving the internationally recognised environmental award for 2026. The achievement strengthens Antalya’s reputation as one of the Mediterranean’s premier coastal destinations.

01 Jun 2026

Turkey has introduced new regulations designed to tackle excessive maintenance fees in apartment buildings and residential complexes, giving property owners greater oversight while limiting the ability of management companies to impose increases.

25 May 2026

Opening a bank account in Turkey is straightforward. Whether you are setting up a business, buying a home, or moving to Turkey as an expat, the beneficial services go a long way toward making life in Turkey easy. Indeed, the banking sector perfectly matches the standards of other countries.

04 Feb 2016 Updated: 18 May 2026

Kalkan is one of those lovely Turkish towns that you just can't help falling in love with. With its slow pace of life, beautiful old town and wealth of holiday-heavy attractions (beach, great restaurants, upmarket hotels) it's hardly surprising this small Mediterranean spot has such a following. We reveal the things we love about Kalkan - the things that keep people returning year after year after year.

14 May 2026

Turkey’s tourism sector recorded solid growth in the first quarter of 2026, with visitor numbers and revenues increasing despite regional tensions. Data released by the Turkey Culture and Tourism Ministry shows that foreign tourist arrivals reached 6.84 million in Q1, marking a 2.2% increase year-on-year.

20 Oct 2015 Updated: 12 May 2026

The best markets in Istanbul are a perfect introduction to this city, which is globally famous yet still misunderstood by many. There is a staggering 200 markets (pazar) happening around the city each week. Locals and tourists flock to buy locally and nationally manufactured goods.

11 Dec 2014 Updated: 11 May 2026

To know where expats live in Turkey, we need to break down the stereotyped profile. Generally, working expats head to big cities like Istanbul, Izmir, and Ankara. Retired Western foreigners enjoy the Aegean and Mediterranean coastal holiday resorts. In contrast, Middle Eastern nationalities prefer conservative areas, such as Bursa.

10 May 2016 Updated: 09 May 2026

Still debating where to spend the summer? We think these reasons might just convince you Turkey is the world’s leading summer destination. From culture to food to history to stunning beaches, there's something to tempt just about everyone. Join us on a short trip around the best Turkey has to offer: from the mysteries of Ephesus to the bustling peninsula of Bodrum to the cultural goings-on in Antalya.

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