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istanbul / 10 June 2015
Discovering Gurpinar Istanbul’s seaside hideaway Although it’s a short drive away, gorgeous Gurpinar might as well be a million miles from central Istanbul. The pretty seaside town, once popular with weekenders, is now entering the radar of home buyers and investors. Luxury apartments overlooking the Marmara Sea are a fraction of the cost of central city apartments, and minutes away from Gurpinar’s seven-kilometre beach and pretty town centre.istanbul tourism in turkey / 06 June 2015
Istanbul en route for second-most visited European city Istanbul is set to become Europe’s number two tourist destination. Turkey’s largest city is attracting more and more visitors each year, and with a higher growth rate than Paris, currently number two after London, It’s likely that Istanbul will overtake the city of love within four years. What is it about this city, perched between Europe and Asia? We take a look at the four biggest tourist attractions - including one that was last year found to be the world’s single most visited attraction.istanbul life in turkey / 04 June 2015
Traffic solutions greenlighted for Istanbul congestion At the moment, it seems that all roads (and ferries, bridges and tunnels) lead to Istanbul. The fast-growing population has meant congestion problems: the city’s traffic has reached a crucial point, and officials are scrambling to find solutions. Work is underway on a new bridge, a Bosphorus tunnel and more creative solutions, all expected to roll out in the next couple of years. Public transport is also expanding, with new ferries and hundreds of kilometres of metro lines being added to the commuter arsenal, endeavouring to make travelling around Turkey’s largest city pain free.life in turkey , moving to turkey retiring to turkey / 28 May 2015
Living in Turkey: Will The Language Barrier Be a Problem? As Turkey becomes one of the top destinations in the world for expats and foreigners purchasing real estate, more people are asking: Do you need to learn Turkish in order to live in Turkey? In this blog we take a look at the language barrier you might experience if you move to Turkey, including some helpful tips for getting around it, and some helpful phrases to get you started on your way to learning some Turkish language skills.life in turkey tourism in turkey / 28 May 2015
Cappadocia Living: Life in Central Anatolia For years, Cappadocia has been one of the top destinations in Turkey for travellers and tourists, becoming the third most visited region in Turkey. An important region in Turkish history, Cappadocia has also attracted many an expat and foreigner looking to make it their home. With amazing hot air ballon trips, underground cities, and cave hotels, lets take a look at living in Cappadocia - the fascinating, and not to be missed region of Turkey.istanbul tourism in turkey / 24 May 2015
24 hours in Istanbul: A guide to the perfect day Planning a whirlwind trip to Istanbul? Let us guide you on a 24-hour tour of the city. Take in the city from rooftops, beneath Ottoman domes and from the Bosphorus Strait. Indulge in some of the finest food on offer in the city, from dishes beloved by sultans to Finnish fusion. Although 24 hours is not nearly enough time to explore this fascinating city, it’s enough to sample its unique flavour - and give you a few ideas for your next visit.ottoman empire turkish cuisine / 06 May 2015
How the Ottomans brought coffee to Europe: Bloody battles, bans and brews Any trip to Turkey is not a true journey unless you relax with a famous Turkish coffee. This famous brew, steeped in history, is officially the world's favourite stimulating drink. The role of Turkey in coffee's long history is not only a crucial one, but a fascinating story stemming from inventing the brewing method still used today, to introducing the drink to Europe almost accidentally. Go pour yourself a cup, and lets learn some interesting facts you might not have known about the famous Turkish coffee./ 26 April 2015
Are you smarter than a Turkish expert? Turkey landmark quiz How well do you think you know Turkey? Well enough to guess which image belongs to which landmark? We have put together a small quiz featuring 10 of the most famous Turkish landmarks you will find - but the question is, can you spot them when only given a small squared detail of the overall image? Have a go and see if you can beat our very own Turkish expert at our Turkish landmark quiz. Strictly no cheating allowed. Answers at the end of the quiz.istanbul , istanbul investment real estate investment / 31 March 2015
Qatari Monarch pays Euro 100m for Istanbul Bosporus Yali The purchase of a Euro 100 million Istanbul mansion (yali) - the fourth most expensive property in the world - by a Qatari monarch has set tongues wagging. The Bosphorus yali is a prime example of the luxurious real estate found in Turkey's largest, city. The purchase also solidifies Istanbul´s reputation as the firm favourite of Middle Eastern buyers, who are flocking to the city in search of private residences and lucrative buy-to-let properties.bodrum , how to find the right property luxury living yalikavak / 30 March 2015
Villa Sandyma: A contemporary home in ancient Bodrum Known as the Sandyma villa in Bodrum, this ground breaking brand new landmark home sits above the marina town of Yalikavak, enjoying amazing views throughout and is built with cutting-edge technology and design - find out exactly what the Sandyma villa is with this blog.
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