British holidaymakers flea to Turkey for the Summer

British holidaymakers flea to Turkey, Greece and Morocco for the Summer

Recent reports show that British holidaymakers longing for a Summer of sunshine are heading to destinations such as Turkey, Greece and Morocco and are going for fantastic all inclusive packages. Following the cool climates we have seen in our British “so called” Summer people want out of the UK and want to head out where they can get some much needed sunshine. There has been an increase in bookings...

The Turkish Detective on BBC2

The Turkish Detective – a new crime series on BBC2

The new crime series which aired on 7th July has been adapted from Inspector Ikmen, an award-winning novel collection by author Barbara Nadel.  The series, which is set in modern-day Istanbul, follows British Detective Mehmet Suleyman, played by Killing Eve actor Ethan Kai, as he arrives in the city to join a homicide unit ran by Inspector Cetin Ikmen, played by Haluk Bilginer.   The series...

Mandarin Oriental 10 years in Bodrum

Mandarin Oriental, to Celebrate 10 years in Bodrum

Mandarin Oriental in Bodrum is getting ready to celebrate its 10th anniversary.  The luxurious and established hotel located in the very heart of Bodrum will be hosting a variety of amazing festivities to ensure those in attendance an incredible experience. One festivity in particular will for sure be the highlight of the event. The celebrations main highlight will be from no-other than...

Take the Seabus around Aydin Mugla coastline

Take the “Seabus” and get around Aydin Mugla coastline easily

New sea bus services will begin this month with a service between Bodrum – Turgutreis – Didim starting on the 1st July and a service between Fethiye – Marmaris starting on the 2nd July. An opening ceremony was held this morning at the Didim D Marina Passenger Pier to officially kick off the new transportation services. Mugla Metropolitan Municipality Mayor Ahmet Aras and Aydin Metropolitan...

As the weather heats up it's Ice Cream Time

As the weather heats up, it’s Ice Cream Time!!

Let’s take a look at Turkeys top 10 most loved ice cream flavours Bal Badem After a survey was taken within the Aegean district of Turkey, it revealed that Bal Badem, which in English means honey almond, is actually the Turks favourite flavour. This ice cream is rich and creamy and consists of honey and chopped up pieces of almond brittle. Kaymak The Kaymak ice cream, which means clotted...

Turkey removed from the “Grey Zone” list

Turkey removed from the “Grey Zone” list

Back in October 2021 Turkey was placed on list by the Global Financial Watchdog due to failing to supervise vulnerable sectors like real estate, banking and other sectors, but that is no more. Mehmet Simsek, the Turkish Finance Minister has announced that Turkey has been struck off the list due to the amount of progress that has been made to improve financing of terrorism and anti-money...

Night time visits at Ephesus Ancient City

Night time museum visits at Ephesus Ancient City

This year, for the very first time, night time museum visits are being introduced at the historic Ephesus Ancient City, with visiting times being extended until midnight.   The aim of the night time visits is for visitors to get the opportunity to see and explore the ancient city in a different kind of atmosphere and now the 2,300 year old city can be viewed after sunset thanks to the new renewed...

Wellness event in Didim’s luxurious resort

Olympic Athletes and Strictly Stars put tourists through their paces at wellness event in Didim’s luxurious resort

The Anda Barut Collection hosted its incredible Weekend of Wellness with an “Opening Ceremony” this weekend after being open just 10 days with the help of a number of famous Olympic champions, stars of BBC’s Strictly Come Dancing and well-known fitness influencers. The “Weekend of Wellness” saw legends Colin Jackson, Daley Thompson, Jamie Baulch and Dame Denise Lewis host fun and energetic...

Istanbul to host 2026 and 2027 UEFA Europa

2026 UEFA Europa and 2027 Conference League hosted by Istanbul  

Servet Yardimci, UEFA Executive Committee member, has announced that Istanbul will be hosting the 2026 UEFA Europa League and the 2027 UEFA Europa Conference League.    The Tupras Stadium in the Besiktas district of Istanbul will be hosting the 2026 UEFA Europa League final. The venue for the 2027 UEFA Conference League has not yet been announced. The Tupras Stadium hosted the UEFA Super Cup final...

Turkey in top 10 best European beach towns

Does Turkey feature in the top 10 best European beach towns? Yes, it does!

Where are the best beach towns in Turkey? Turkey is famed for its stunning beaches that dot across it vast coastline. Two of its most beautiful beach towns are amongst the top 10 European best beach towns. Akyaka, Turkey Akyaka is located near the mouth of the Azmak River on the glittering Bay of Gökova. It is one ofTurkey's "cittaslows," or slow cities, with a focus on sustainability and ecology....

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