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Cyclist arrives in Turkey following Alzheimer's awareness ride spanning 46 days. An expatriate Turkish person turned a personal family experience into a campaign to increase public awareness of Alzheimer's disease by cycling more than 3,000 kilometers (1,864 miles) from Amsterdam to Istanbul. Born and raised in the Netherlands, 34-year-old banker Semih Gürůz spent 46 days cycling through seven...

With 39 beaches receiving Blue Flag designation, Aydin Province is currently placed fourth in the country. Didim boasts a number of private resorts and public beaches that meet the requirements. Turkey now has 580 Blue Flag beaches, according to data published by the International Foundation for Environmental Education. They received the Blue Flag award because they successfully fulfilled the...

According to industry data and officials, Turkey is solidifying its position as a critical hub in global cruise tourism as passenger numbers reach record levels globally and demand continues to rise around the Mediterranean. The Cruise Lines International Association says, the number of cruise passengers worldwide hit an all-time high of 37.2 million in 2025. The association's most recent Cruise...

Turkey is now the world's second-largest boat manufacturer. It is benefiting from the global market and has become the world's second-largest producer of mega yachts as a result of its strong design capabilities and high standards in the shipbuilding, yacht, and maritime services industries. The ship, yacht, and maritime services industry has demonstrated a consistent growth performance in recent...

Seven European comebacks to the stage in Football are highlighted by Turkey. A larger pitch and a familiar feeling of history being rewritten will be present at the 2026 FIFA World Cup when several European countries return to football's largest venue after extended absences. The event, which will take place in the United States, Mexico, and Canada from June 11 to July 19, will extend to 48 teams for...

The Dalaman Golf Club in Turkey sets a confirmed opening date. Golf tourism in Turkey enters a new and exciting phase. The Dalaman Golf Club, run by Hilton Dalaman Sarıgerme Resort & Golf, is scheduled to open its fairways on August 27th, 2026, making it the first golf course in the area. This historic development presents a cutting-edge golfing destination on the Mediterranean that provides: A...

Akbuk There will be a new festival in the neighbourhood from May 29th to May 31st. Akbuk Beach and the surrounding area will host the inaugural Sport Aviation Festival. The festival, which is anticipated to significantly increase Didim's tourism potential and sporting diversity, has received a wide invitation from the organizing committee. The event, which is organized in association with Didim...

Türkiye backs Industry, Technology and Tourism Incentive Programme which is a regional incentive programme, coordinated by the Ministry of Industry and Technology; it is anticipated to benefit several industries in Turkey's Mediterranean region, including tourism and defense, according to a recent report. According to a report by Anadolu Agency (AA), the "Local Development Initiative Incentive...

Istanbul Airport's Fourth Runway was discussed by IGA Istanbul Airport CEO Selahattin Bilgen and he stated in an interview on Wednesday that Istanbul Airport hopes to commission its fourth runway before the end of the year. Istanbul Airport is the major air hub in Turkey. We intend to commission our fourth main runway in the second half of this year. Additionally, we are continuing to make expenditures to...

Istanbul Park will be back in 2027 on the Formula One schedule. From 2027 to 2031, Istanbul Park will host five seasons of high-profile races. After a six-year break, the Turkish Grand Prix will resume, rekindling interest in motorsports in Turkey. Erdogan claims the cooperation with Formula 1 will be strengthened. Istanbul Park to host the races Recep Tayyip Erdogan, the president of Turkey,...