Cruise ships are hitting the Turkish waves again and their passengers a welcome re-addition to the Ports, Businesses & Industries that have relied on this sector for their own sustainability and growth for so long. Ege Port in the Kusadasi region of the Aegean is one of the largest in Turkey and boasts the highest number of anchorages per year, with expectations of 195 dockings this year bringing over...
Please make sure you obtain your E visa before setting off for turkey you need a printed copy, people have been stopped from flying, some airlines are not checking when departing and people are being sent back when they land. There are NO visa desks anymore when you land in Turkey. Below is the correct website to get your electronic visa,and print it out and keep with your...
Turkish Airlines has launched direct flights from London's Gatwick Airport over to the Mediterranean resort of Antalya. The new route began on the 31st March and will operate daily until the 26th October 2019. Celal Baykal, the carrier's general manager in London has stated that “With a combination of stunning scenery, excellent weather and world class golf courses to offer, it’s easy to...
On the 4th March 2019 the (TKGM) Turkish General Directorate of Land Registry and Cadastre brought into force new rulings for foreign sellers and buyers of proper in Turkey. A valuation is now required prior to the transfer of title deed being handed over in the Deed Offices. The scheme had been piloted in Istanbul and was extremely successful, so although originally due for implementation in 2022 it...
A continuation in tourism growth and a significant increase in passenger traffic to Antalya over the last decade has led to the start of works on it´s new airport which is due to be completed by 2022. Already with two airports, Antalya & Gazipasa, this new ´West Antalya´ will provide improved travelling conditions for visitors and will ease the flow of traffic through the existing terminals. With...
One of the biggest Investments in Bodrum is about to launch itself on the scene as the Mugla Metropolitan Municipality laid the first foundation stone at the site of the new Bus Station, set to cost in the region of 74 million Turkish Lira. Situated on a plot of just over 30,000 sqm with a build size of 17,000 sqm there will be a total of 21 Intercity Bus terminals, 45 Minibus Bays, 10 storage bays,...
Turkish Airlines announces Gatwick-Bodrum service, starting 1st April prices starting from £168 return. Turkish Airlines has announced a new route to Turkey’s southern Mediterranean coast. Flights will operate three times a week on Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays. Flight will depart Gatwick on Mondays at 10pm, arriving Bodrum 4.20am (+1); Wednesdays at 9.40pm, arriving Bodrum 4am (+1); and...
Located perfectly between the Sea & Mountains Kalkan is fast becoming one of Turkey´s best all round destinations due it´s fabulous water sports & sailing centres, mountain activities, historical sites, famous markets & attractive property prices. A relatively unknown beach resort back in the day has now been transformed into a bustle of activity and significant investment over the past few...
Thanks to all the people who ventured out in the very rainy UK weather, we certainly saw a lot of rain over the weekend, to come to "A Place in the Sun Manchester." Plenty of you listened to the likes of Amanda Lamb and Jonnie Irwin giving expert advice on buying abroad. Thank you especially to those potential buyers and our existing clients for coming to see us on our stand, we were kept busy most of...
Last week we covered the European districts of Istanbul, so it´s only right that this week we cover the Asian Side and there are 14 in total. ´Number 26´ is Adalar, which sits proudly a top a local tourist attraction and is reached by Ferry from most major ports. Classic Ottoman architecture throughout with a traffic free lifestyle for all. ´Number 27´ is Atasehir which is planned to be a financial...