20 December 2021
According to UK survey, Istanbul is cheapest city to relocate to In a recent survey conducted in the UK, Istanbul was rated as the most affordable city in the world to relocate to and start a new life as an expat. The research looked at a range of things including property prices, cost of living, and average wage.20 December 2021
Christmas wreaths made in Antalya used in homes throughout Europe Every year in the southern province of Antalya, people work hard to create beautiful and decorative wreaths that will go on to be displayed around homes in various countries, but particularly in Europe during the Christmas and New Year’s celebrations.18 December 2021
Turkish house sales to foreigners hits record high Buyers are flocking to Turkey to take advantage of the rock-bottom Turkish Lira. The influx of interest has resulted in a month like no other: a huge 48% rise in property sales in November. The 7363 properties represents the highest number since records began in 2013.10 December 2021
Relocating? Istanbul is top affordable spot A UK study has revealed that Istanbul is the most affordable city for anyone looking to relocate. Living costs in Turkey's largest city are a staggering £15,000 lower than the average city, and an eye-watering £41,000 less than Basel, which took out the least affordable city spot.03 December 2021
The lira's sliding, what now for property buyers? Turkey's lira is making the news again. If you're a Turkish citizen, the news is bad. But if you're a buyer, especially with dollars or pounds, opportunity knocks. Property Turkey director Cameron Deggin says business is booming, and if you're an investor, the time is now to make your move.30 November 2021
Upwards of 103.5 million arrivals at Istanbul Airport Despite the worldwide COVID-19 pandemic that has brought the airline sector to its knees last year, Istanbul Airport has welcomed over 103.5 million people in the past three years since first being opened, as well as receiving multiple top accolades and international awards.30 November 2021
Bill Gates looking at investments in Turkey? According to a popular Turkish daily newspaper, one of the world's wealthiest individuals, Bill Gates, is reported to be enjoying both work and pleasure while on vacation in Turkey, after being seen breakfasting at the mansion of one of Turkey's most powerful businessmen.29 November 2021
Turkish hotels busy despite tourism season being over The Russian Union of Travel Industry (RST) chairperson said that although the winter period will soon be upon us, Turkish hotels are still enjoying high occupancy rates with tourists continuing to holiday, and in affect, extending the tourism season in Turkey.22 November 2021
Turkey expecting 50 million tourists by 2023 According to the Culture and Tourism Minister, Mehmet Nuri Ersoy, Turkey aims to attract 50 million tourists and increase tourism revenue to $50 billion by 2023. As part of his visit to Qatar, Ersoy stated there are major tourism projects in Turkey's Aegean region that will benefit the national economy for the next 50 years.18 November 2021
July – September sees Turkish tourism revenue up by 182% The Turkish Statistical Institute (TurkStat) recently announced that in the third quarter of this year, tourism income in Turkey has risen by a massive 181.8% following a significant decrease in 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The country has earned approximately $11.4 billion in the three months from July – September.18 November 2021
Istanbul welcomes more visitors in 9 months than last year The metropolis of Istanbul has played host to an impressive 5.8 million tourists in the first 9 months of 2021. This is higher than total numbers achieved in 2020, when the travel and tourism industry was struck a major blow from the Coronavirus pandemic that swept across the entire world.17 November 2021
Turkey is looking to youth to safeguard its future The future promises to be an interesting one: millions of job lost, while millions more created - including millions of jobs that currently don't exist. To prepare for this brave new world, private and public enterprises are rolling out initiatives aimed at upskilling Turkey's youth, to ensure the country's economy continues to flourish.