It may surprise you to know that many American movies shot in Turkey have broken box office records. To make a blockbuster film, you need creativity, inspiration, and passion and Turkey gives all[...]
When it came to promoting worldly cuisines, the late chef Anthony Bourdain had the magic touch. When he visited a country to indulge in local food, the ripple effect of recognition went worldwide,[...]
For many decades, Brits have adored Marmaris, a bustling town of the Turkish Riviera. One reason it attracts thousands of holidaymakers every year is the stunningly beautiful landscapes. Set in a[...]
International property buyers with a budget of 100k GBP or less would do well to look at the Turkish real estate market. As testament to its popularity abroad, in 2017, foreigners of 72 different[...]
Fethiye on Turkey's South West coast has plenty to offer the family traveller. If you're planning a holiday with young kids or teenagers in tow, Fethiye's enticing mix of action packed[...]
Datça is one of Turkey's coastal gems. It's an idyllic Aegean fishing village that has avoided large-scale tourism and offers guests the rare blend of olde-worlde charm, modern[...]
Anyone looking for books about modern Turkey has an enormous range to choose from. Including well known foreign and Turkish authors to self-publishing newbies climbing the ranks of Amazon, themes[...]
If the idea of owning a Turkish property in a popular tourist resort isn't your style, Turkey Homes may have discovered the ideal place for you - but shush - it's a secret! Akkaya Valley[...]
Speak to expats living in Fethiye about their lifestyles, and you could end up wondering if they’ve discovered some kind of divine utopia that the rest of the world knows nothing[...]
Have you ever been to St. Tropez? If so, you will know that it attracts the rich and famous keen to soak up the sun, shop, eat great food and bob about in bays on their motor yachts. The pretty[...]
Thrill-seeking junkies who love pushing boundaries should definitely look at extreme sports in Turkey. Over the last 10 years, the revolutionised industry has become an ideal destination for[...]
This article is part two of our series on superstitions in Turkey. These days most Turks scoff at superstitions and have come to regard them as funny or, on the odd occasion, totally absurd. For[...]
Like any other culture, Turkish superstitions and beliefs are plentiful. Some are grounded in fear, and hopelessness and a need for protection. Some Turkish beliefs say events predict the future,[...]
This is part two of a series about the culture of Turkey. If you haven’t already read it, part one is here. In that article, we discussed the diversity of Turkish culture and heritage from the[...]
Fethiye, on Turkey's South West coast, has attracted a steady stream of tourists since the 1960's. Initially, it was the hippies and travelers that were lured to the area to escape. They[...]