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...
The European Side of Istanbul Istanbul is an amazing city and has a huge mix of cultures and diversities that are spread across it´s 39 different districts, 25 of which sit on the European side and the other 14 which sit on the Asian side. Each area offers it´s own uniqueness and you would need more than a few days to visit each one, and you will always find friendly neighbourhoods, shopping facilities,...
Located in the ´European´ quarter of Istanbul, and opened in 2014, Istanbul Mall is a sight to behold and contains over 350 stores with a plethora of other services available all under one roof including, coffee houses, International Cuisines and cultural exchanges. A commercial centre designed to attract and cater for the thousands of locals and International tourists that visit every year, there are...