It seemed like a long way off when it struck, but now there does seem to be a ‘light at the end of the tunnel’ as most countries are starting to set out their exit plans to slowly lift social restrictions. One of the big declines over the past few months has been in Travel & Tourism, and as it’s also one of the largest earner for the economy, with around 34.5 billion USD in revenue last year, the...
Old age traditions that were around for centuries, are now becoming a more familiar site on the streets of Turkey, as the older population rely on the older ways of delivery for their basic items. For a few weeks now to help curb the spread of Coronavirus in the older generation people over 65 have been advised to stay at home, so for 83 year old Yuksel who lives on the fourth floor of her apartment block...
We are all in this fight together against the Coronavirus outbreak, and doing what we can to help our friends & colleagues across the world, hence why recently Turkey sent thousands of medical aid supplies, antibacterial liquid and sewing machinery to both Spain & Italy, two of the worst hit countries in Europe. The crates were loaded onto a cargo flight, and flew to Spain first and then Italy...
At a time when the world is experiencing heartache and pain due to the Covid 19 virus, faith in humanity has never been higher, and every evening at 9pm, along with many other countries, the people of Turkey step onto their balconies and into their gardens in force to show appreciation for their fellow peers in all walks of life, who are working hard to slow the spread of infection. Starting at 9pm and...
By looking to foreign investors to increase overseas interest in Turkish Property and by decreasing the investment amount required to gain citizenship from 1m USD to just 250,000 USD, the figure of houses sold to non-Turkish buyers increased dramatically by 14.7% in 2019, when compared to 2018. The new rules which were implemented in September 2018, (though they can’t claim all the credit), clearly paid...
Below are some of the most amazing beaches you must visit when in Bodrum: Gumusluk Beach is a charming beach which in the summer months can get rather crowded but is more peaceful outside the peak moths and is definitely worth a visit. The beach offers golden sands, clear blue waters and the most stunning views. Fabulous restaurants and bars are backing the beach, the perfect place to sit and dine in the...
We would like to say a big thank you to all those clients who came and visited us on the stand and also thank you to all those potential new buyers thinking of buying in Turkey. We hope the information you got from us was of use in your search for a home in the sun. Below are a few comments from people who we met. "It was lovely to meet you and your colleagues at the event. It was a very useful and...
Turkey is on a historical offensive as it seeks to remind the world of its rich culture and heritage, highlighting important civilizations, structures and artefacts, by giving each year a particular historical theme, since 2018. First it was the year of Troy, secondly it was the year of Gobeklitepe, and this time round it’s Patara’s turn, an ancient city which dates back all the way to the beginning...
Sabiha Gokcen Airport has recently announced that they will be offering passengers a new form of sleeping pod for those wanting to sleep during long connections at the airport. This has come after the newly built Istanbul Airport opened up a private area offering passengers a chance to catch up on sleep between flights. Once passengers have arrived at the airport they will go through check-in procedures...
2019 saw Turkey set the record in gold production. According to the Gold Miners Association (AMD), gold production was at 27.1 tons in 2018 and increased to 38 tons in 2019 despite the negativity and controversy surrounding it. The President of AMD said of the increase that "it was a pleasing development for our country and our economy." He also stated "providing there is no negativity in 2020, we...