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Turkey in top 7 countries of European electric car sales of 2023

With the introduction of multiple new brands and the country's first domestically produced battery powered vehicle, Turkey's sales of electric vehicles (EVs) exceeded those of numerous European nations in 2023 thanks to the growing trend of drivers looking to go green. With an 844.4% year-over-year rise, sales of completely electric automobiles in Turkey hit a record 65,562 units last year, according...

Can you charter a yacht in Turkey? It’s one of the top yacht charter destinations for 2024

Turkey is quickly rising to the top of the luxury yacht charter destination list because it provides an unmatched combination of natural beauty and cultural diversity. Turkey's 8,300 kilometres of coastline, which is encircled by the Aegean, Mediterranean, Marmara, and Black Seas, offer an abundance of opulent experiences. The nation is home to tranquil sandy beaches, award-winning super yacht marinas,...

Can you ski in Turkey? – Yes you can in beautiful Kars

Eastern Kars' Sarıkamış Ski Centre is a well-known winter tourist attraction, drawing visitors from all over the world with its gorgeous scenery, perfect snow, and contemporary facilities. This is a well-regarded ski resort with nine tracks in total, the longest of which is 3,500 metres long and winds through picturesque pine forests. In addition to offering skiing and snowboarding, the facility...

British Airways launches new flights for 2024

It has been reported that British Airways shall be launching new flights from Heathrow Airport to Izmir. Flights will be departing from Heathrow’s terminal 5 every Saturday at 06.30 and will arrive in Izmir at 10.30. Flights will depart Izmir and will return to Heathrow for 15.50.   Flights are scheduled to begin on the 18th May and run till the 28th September offering return fares at...

Christmas in Turkiye: A Fusion of Traditions

Despite the fact that Christmas as we know it is not widely celebrated in Turkiye, it doesn’t mean that this festive month goes by with ‘business as usual’ – it is still a unique and intriguing experience of traditions and cultures. Let’s not forget that the idea of ‘Santa Claus’ originated in Turkiye, with the legend of Saint Nicholas who was renowned for his kindness especially towards...

Türkiye’s Tourism Industry - Turkish Connextions

Industry Giants Express Their Optimism for Türkiye’s Tourism Industry

As Turkiye continues its quest for dominance of the Global Tourism Industry, Hilton Hotels are planning on boosting their overall presence in the country with not one, not two, but eleven new establishments across the country starting with the new Hilton Istanbul Airport which will feature 491 rooms & a huge business hub that’s perfect for the commercial traveller. Already having over 34 hotels...

A New Cruise Port Planned for Fethiye

A New Cruise Port Planned for Fethiye

As the number of Cruise passengers into Turkiye increases significantly year on year, it’s no wonder that investment companies are looking to capitalize on demand with a new $32 million port proposed for the area of Fethiye. Set to become the second largest cruise hub, after Galataport in Istanbul, Yenikapı will be expected to serve around 120,000 passengers from 120 cruise liners by 2030 it will...

Exploring the neighbourhoods of Istanbul

Exploring the neighbourhoods of Istanbul any time of year is an enjoyable experience with its many different streets offering great historical sites, shops, markets and eateries, even more so in winter as now with the holiday season upon us, it is the perfect time to spend the day getting into the festive spirit by wandering round the streets exploring the shops, immersing yourself in the history,...

Turkiye’s Ski Resorts Brace Themselves for a Tremendous Season

Turkiye's Ski Resorts Brace Themselves for a Tremendous Season - Tis the season to be jolly – especially if you enjoy the thrill of skiing, as many parts of Turkiye received intense snowfall over the last few days. Resorts such as Erciyes, Palandöken and Konakli are bracing for an influx of visitors and plenty of investments have been made throughout the year to ensure a quality time will be had by...

Olympic winning Athletes from the UK coming to Didim 2024

The Anda Barut Collection Hotel, which officially opens on May 1st 2024, will be launching itself to the public with its first ever Wellness Weekend event May 10th till 12th where it will host a number of British winning Olympic Athletes and champions from all around the world. The weekend will be filled with programmed events and activities from British Athletes, Olympians as well as dancers. The...

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