If you’re visiting Istanbul or Turkey during COVID-19, you’ll need to know all the current coronavirus measures, travel restrictions, advisories, and statistics. Safe tourism practices and a COVID Hotline are already in place, along with numerous daily flights from Turkish Airlines. The Istanbul New Airport (IST) is handling most of the international flight traffic, while …
The Istanbul Tourist Pass is a cost-effective way to see over 35 of the top attractions across Istanbul in VIP style. The pass includes 3-day pocket WiFi, plus skip-the-line guided tours for Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, Blue Mosque, Basilica Cistern, and the Grand Bazaar. You’ll also gain free entrance to a Whirling Dervishes Show and …
There are 3 pre-paid SIM cards for travel in Turkey. Get to know their pricing, network/roaming coverage, how and where to buy or top-up. The SIM activation period for short-term visitors also has a different process than that for permanent residents and is something you need to be aware of if you plan to stay …
Join in the fun with some interesting facts about Istanbul that most tourists might not know. From marble medusa-heads to the power of minarets and offal ingredients, there’s a joy to be had by learning all these wonderful things before you visit. Did you know that Turks honk like mad when there’s a wedding or …
Don’t let tourist-related myths like Turkish Santa Claus, poinsettias, or even turkeys spoil your fun. Come learn how they relate to Turkey and why people might believe these urban legends to be true. Turkish Santa Claus Santa Claus is Turk. He was born in Turkey and is Turkish by descent. Truth The boy who famously …
You’ll find an amazingly diverse and complex culture in Istanbul, Turkey, Throughout their rich history they’ve established do’s and don’ts behavioral traits that you’d be well advised to learn prior to visiting. Do Etiquette Once you’re in Istanbul, there are several things you can easily do which makes your time with the locals more enjoyable …