The Canal of Istanbul has long been an issue for the ruling parties, debating on whether the new waterway was indeed justified based on the cost and environmental impact, but finally the discussion has come to an end and plans have now been approved for the construction. The new ´route´ will cut a new passage between the Black Sea and the Aegean Sea, easing traffic in the existing route of the...
The Minister of Culture and Tourism Mehmet Nuri Ersoy has stated that 2020 will be the year of Turkish cuisine. This has come to light as the Minister stated that the income for accommodation was at 10 billion USD while income for gastronomy was only at 5 billion USD. The Minister has declared there needs to be a study on both revenues so he can see how the figures can then be balanced. The Minister is...
The ancient site of Gobeklitepe has made the National Geographics list for a 'must see' destination in 2020. The historic site is located in the south-eastern province of Sanliurfa and is the worlds oldest temple built around 11,600 years ago. The site is located in the south-eastern region of Turkey situated at the northern edge of the Fertile Crescent region that had been home to early...
The world economy is changing and according to Moody (International Credit Rating Agency) growth in Turkey has been much better than predicted for 2019 with an increase from minus 2 to +0.2%, and this has mainly been attributed to the positive changes that were made to fiscal policies, Investments and Citizenship requirements. Looking to the future, it continues to be bright with forecasts of 2% to 3% in...
Bodrum is famous for the luxurious lifestyle is offers with stunning hidden bays and beaches, its fabulous shops and boutiques, amazing restaurants serving world class cuisine, buzzing nightlife and of course its three fantastic yacht lined marinas. Located in Bodrum town is the Milta Bodrum Marina. The Marina has capacity for 450 boats, which includes space for 70 metre yachts. The Marina enjoys a...
Property sales have surged by 19% so far with a total of 6,257 homes sold in Antalya this year to foreign nationals, bringing further good news and a boost to Turkey´s growing global economy. Popular with people from the Gulf, Middle East, Russia, Germany, the UK & Azerbaijan as many as 744 homes were purchased in September, with a peak of 850 in May, one of the busiest months of the year, as homes...
On the 5th November Airport Operator Firm IGA awarded Istanbul Airport with "Airport of the Year." The airport was chosen by a "Readers Choice 2019" survey which was conducted by the International Airport Review magazine. Airports such as Heathrow, Sydney in Australia and Changi in Singapore where up against Istanbul but lost out. The survey stated that Istanbul Airport outperformed its competitors...
Major players like Lee Westwood, Justin Rose and other European top players took part in the Turkish Airlines Open at the Montgomerie Maxx Royal in the Belek region of the Antalya district. The tournament began on the 7th November until the 10th. The Montgomerie Maxx Royal Golf Course was deisgned by world famous golfer Colin Montgomerie back in 2008. This course is one of the largest facilities...
Europeans are leading the way, but with the Gulf Countries and China heavily contributing, Turkish Property Sales have increased at a steady pace this year, resulting officially in a 5.1% increase up to the end of August. Popular areas for property purchases include the seaside resorts where holiday homes have always excelled, but heavy investment in Istanbul & Antalya has bought about an emerging...
With the crash of Thomas Cook it seems other airlines have managed to grab a few good deals. It has been reported that budget airline Easy Jet has just bought flight slots from Thomas Cook at the airports of Gatwick and Bristol for a massive £36 million. Easy Jet can now schedule more flights as there has been an increase in Summer and Winter slots. Easy Jet did have some competition for the slots at...