With four exciting stages in Çanakkale, Samsun, the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC), and Istanbul, the Presidential 6th International Yacht Races are laying out an exciting path across Turkey in 2025. The event, which is supported by the Youth and Sports Ministry, the Culture and Tourism Ministry, the Presidency, and a number of regional agencies, is becoming a key highlight of the world...
Beginning April 1, 2025, several public hospitals around Turkey will accept foreigners' basic health insurance. With improved monitoring and wider accessibility, this long-overdue reform represents a dramatic change in the country's approach to health care coverage for foreign residents and expatriates. However, significant price hikes are anticipated in tandem with this service expansion, which would...
According to a top official on Tuesday, cruise ship passenger arrivals to Turkey surged over 500% in February compared to the previous year, possibly setting a new monthly record. Abdulkadir Uraloğlu minister of transportation and infrastructure recently stated the number of passengers arrived increased by 509.3% year-over-year to 29,826. “In February, we reached the highest number of passengers in...
After undergoing repair, the Athena Temple in Antalya's historic Side is now accessible to tourists. The temple, which is believed to be 2,000 years old, is located in the Manavgat area near the entrance to the historic harbour. Adjacent to the Temple of Apollo, the temple is dedicated to Athena, the city's principal deity. Through its historic ruins, it provides tourists with a window into the splendour...
With 3.25 million visitors to its museums and archeological sites in 2024, Antalya, one of the most popular travel destinations in the world due to its natural beauty, historical landmarks, and cultural legacy, set a new record. Antalya, a city that welcomes millions of visitors annually, is notable for its rich cultural legacy in addition to its expansive beaches and opulent resorts. With its open-air...
It is no longer a secret that Turkish fashion designers have achieved worldwide success. Turkish designers continue to make an impact on the global fashion landscape by exhibiting their collections as distinguished guests at important fashion weeks and by having their works featured on top retail platforms. Additionally, their stores and showrooms are becoming popular tourist attractions in Turkey....
According to data from Boat International's 2025 Global Order Book report, a top official stated on Saturday that Turkey has become the world's second-largest producer of mega yachts. "Our country received 146 orders this year with a total length of 6,410 metres (21,030 feet) and an average length of 43.9 metres. In terms of the number of orders in the sector, we hold a 12.9% share in the world,"...
The ninth month of the Muslim calendar is the Holy Month of Ramadan, also known as Ramazan in Turkish. Here is a glimpse at what to expect during Ramadan in Turkey if you are travelling there during this unique time of year. What is Ramadan? To begin with, why is Ramadan such a significant event in the Turkish holiday calendar? Most of us understand the fundamentals. Muslims observe a period of...
The only bicycle race in Turkey that falls under the UCI ProSeries category is organized by the Turkish Bicycle Federation with sponsorship from the Ministry of Youth and Sports and under the Presidency's auspices. There will be 15,898 metres of climbing during the course of the eight-stage, 1,153-kilometre route. It will start on April 27 in Antalya and end on May 4 in İzmir. On Tuesday, April 29,...
During a recent trip to Istanbul with his son Romeo Beckham, former England legend David Beckham met the Beşiktaş women's football squad. The meeting took place in the first week of February; the team members met the Manchester United icon and co-owner of Inter Miami, a Major League Soccer (MLS) team. He gladly signed autographs and posed for pictures. David Beckham used his time in Istanbul to...