Türkiye’s resilience in the face of natural challenges is noteworthy. Affected areas often bounce back surprisingly quickly, and supporting these regions through tourism can be a meaningful way to help local communities recover. There have been some reports of violence against LGBTQ+ people in Turkey, although it is difficult to know how widespread this problem is.

Bodrum: Where Ancient Wonders And Riviera Luxury Collide

Dress modestly when visiting religious sites, such as mosques, and remove your shoes before entering. It’s also a good idea to familiarize yourself with local customs, such as greeting people with a handshake and being mindful of body language. If you’re a little put off by your resort being too international and not ‘Turkish’ enough, there are some areas that don’t have this issue. Akyaka is a small, traditional town that is around 20 minutes drive from Marmaris, and it’s a lot more authentic there.

Walk Along The Promenade In Bebek

This unassuming restaurant in the heart of the Kadikoy neighborhood’s market street belies its reputation as an Istanbul powerhouse. With cuisine drawn from various regions across Anatolia, especially its diverse southeast region, the menu is constantly shifting and incorporating seasonal produce. In the summertime, try the cherry kebab; in the springtime, don’t miss the lamb stewed with erik, Turkish sour plums. Intricate interlocking transportations—both official and informal—make it easy to navigate around Istanbul.

Plan With A Local

You can fly or take a bus to Trabzon (#14, see above) and stay in the city centre. This luxurious 5-star hotel has everything you need for a relaxing stay. Guests can enjoy a health club with an indoor pool, a spa, plus an in-house restaurant Vacanze Turquia and bar. The flight takes just under 2 hours and there are several flights a day with Pegasus or Turkish Airlines. You’ll need to take a high speed train from Istanbul to Ankara first and then catch the Van Golu Express to Tatvan.

Major Turkish cities like Ankara, Istanbul, Izmir, and Bursa offer a metro or light rail service. This is also true for Antalya, Konya, Gaziantep, and many others. Varan, Pamukkale, and Kamil Koç are companies that run long-distance or charter buses. They have comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, outlets, reclining seats with extra legroom, and even snack service. This is just a glimpse of things and activities to experience in this truly charming country. Forest fires often occur during the summer months, particularly in provinces on the Mediterranean and Aegean coasts of Türkiye.