Troy Museum Pushing for 1m Visitors by 2024 - You’ve probably all heard the story of Troy, and you may have even seen the movie, which was released in 2002, with Brad Pitt and Eric Bana in lead roles. Essentially in Greek Mythology, Troy was the ‘Impenetrable’ city, which was the epicentre of the Trojan War fought between the Trojans and the Greeks after Paris of Troy took Helen from her husband...
So far 2023 seems to be the year of recovery, especially in the tourism sector, as early reports are indicating that the ancient UNESCO World Heritage site of Cappadocia could have it’s best year ever, with a record number of tourists visiting the site’s attractions in the first half of this year. Welcoming around 4.1m tourists last year, official figures for the first four months of 2023 reveal...
Block buster movie star Tom Cruise has arrived in Istanbul along with award winning director Christopher McQuarrie to shoot the latest installment of the "Mission Impossible - Deadly Confrontation" movies. The film crew had been spotted in Kapalicarsi (Grand Bazaar) looking for areas where they could film some of the heart-racing action sequences that appear in the hit movies. McQuarrie wanted to...
Turkey offers many different kinds of restaurants serving all sorts of both Turkish and International cuisine and while dining out in Turkey can be a wonderful experience there are a number of things foreigners are best knowing beforehand, this way there will be no surprises or disappointment and you will be able to make the most of your dining experience. First all of, a number of restaurants do not...
Turkiye already has nineteen UNESCO World Heritage sites, and next year they are hoping for one more as an application has already gone in to the committee for the site of Iznik which is the Northwest Province of Bursa and is of great importance for the Christian faith. A small but highly significant historical town, Iznik is still enclosed by it’s ancient walls and its systematic grid line layout...
It has been reported that SunExpress will be launching a total of 41 flights per week from Manchester Airport to Turkey next summer. Flights will be flying direct from Manchester to Antalya, Izmir and Dalaman. There will be three daily connections to Antalya and Dalaman while Izmir will have three weekly connections on a Tuesday, Thursday and a Saturday. Mr Stephen Turner, Manchester Airport’s...
As the cost of living continues to play a significant role in people’s daily lives, especially if they live in the UK, it’s no surprise that most people are looking for cheap holiday destinations in which they can enjoy a relaxing vacation without it breaking the bank. Turkiye has recently been revealed as one of those preferred alternatives with tourism numbers already into the high millions and on...
The spectacular resort of Bodrum has become one of the most visited holiday destinations in the world and is a big hit not just with tourists but with high profile celebrities also making it known as the St Tropez of Turkey. Of course you don’t need to be a Hollywood A-lister to enjoy a bit of luxury on your vacation. Below are some ideas on how you can spend a fabulous and lavish weekend on the...
Bodrum’s Summer Festivals & Cultural Events - Bodrum is an extremely popular resort town and continually appears as one of the most visited vacation destinations in the world. Well known for its spectacular scenery, gorgeous beaches, friendly locals & excellent gastronomy options the once quiet fishing village is now a thriving retreat suitable for both tourists & expats wishing to enjoy the...
Singapore Airlines may have just been named the World’s best, but who do you think claimed the top spot in Europe? Turkish Airlines of course…and for the eighth time I might add!Held at the Paris Air Museum and Judged by Skytrax, who are the International Organization tasked with Air Transport rating, Turkish Airlines also won top spot for Southern Europe, Business Class and Economy Class Catering,...
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