Nezir Can

02 Jul 2026

British tourist arrivals to Turkey are continuing to rise, with annual visitor numbers nearing 4.5 million as the country strengthens its position as one of the world’s leading travel destinations. The figures highlight the resilience of Turkey’s tourism sector despite geopolitical tensions and wider global uncertainty.

17 Jun 2026

Turkey changed its name to Türkiye for several reasons. Indeed, this isn't a typo but a highly calculated move. This rebrand is not a superficial marketing tweak. The highly coordinated initiative shifted the historically Western-defined identity to an independent worldwide power.

12 Jun 2026

One airline now flies to 131 countries. It is not Emirates, Qatar Airways, United, Delta, or Lufthansa. It is Turkish Airlines, the national carrier that has turned Istanbul into one of the most connected cities on Earth. In 2025, Turkish Airlines served 352 destinations in 131 countries, carried 92.6 million passengers, and recorded $24.1 billion USD in revenue.

10 Jun 2026

Renting your property in Turkey is a fantastic way to generate a steady income or cover your running costs. But to do so and ensure you are protected from legal liability and to maximise your return, you should understand how to navigate the rental market successfully.

17 Mar 2016 Updated: 01 Jun 2026

If you are wondering if you should buy a holiday home in Turkey, you have already been introduced to the country's delights. Turkey is a top tourism destination; every year, millions of people arrive from European countries and other countries like Asia, America and more.

09 Mar 2015 Updated: 11 May 2026

If you are looking at the cost of living in Turkey versus the UK, the following is a general countrywide breakdown for both destinations. For a final analysis, remember to focus on specific locations. Just like in the UK, the cost of living in Turkey varies from the north to the east and from big cities to small towns.

06 Mar 2019 Updated: 10 May 2026

Anyone looking at what to do in Fatih, Istanbul will not be short of ideas. Often called the historical peninsula because of the Sultanahmet neighbourhood, and its many Byzantine and Ottoman landmarks, other lesser known places present ideal opportunities to see Fatih beyond the guidebooks. Explore the Fatih area of Istanbul in this blog.

06 May 2026

Istanbul’s Urban Regeneration Zones are becoming one of Turkey’s most important property investment themes. With 2026 investor reforms, proposed mortgage changes, Turkish residency and citizenship thresholds, and the Istanbul Finance Center, districts such as Kagithane and Eyup Sultan could sit at the centre of Turkey’s next investment window.

01 May 2026

Turkey’s tourism sector continues to show strong resilience, with annualised revenue reaching $65.6 billion USD in early 2026, emphasising its role as a key driver of economic stability. According to Mehmet Şimşek, the sector remains one of the country’s most important sources of foreign exchange.

29 Apr 2026

Turkey’s stronger-than-Europe R&D growth is a useful long-term signal for international investors because it points to a country still building productive capacity while parts of Europe slow. OECD data shows Turkey among the faster-growing R&D spenders in the developed world.

18 Apr 2026

Understanding capital gains tax in Turkey isn’t as hard as it may seem. Selling Turkish property can be a lucrative venture, but for many sellers, especially foreign owners and Yabancı Yatırımcı (foreign investors), the biggest financial hurdle is the Capital Gains (CGT), applied to the Satış Geliri (sales income/gain) from transactions.

10 Apr 2026

Turkey’s Ministry of Trade is preparing to make a secure payment system mandatory for real estate transactions from 1 July 2026. The system is designed to stop money moving directly from buyer to seller before Title transfer is completed. Instead, funds will be blocked in a secure mechanism and only released once the transfer is done.

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