Turkey

Travel News

Greek tourism benefiting from Türkiye’s inflation crisis, say experts

Hotel prices and ticket costs are soaring in Türkiye as inflation hits tourism.

22/07/2024

Culture news

Why did a famous Greek pop star refuse to play on stage in Türkiye?

Greek pop star Despina Vandi was asked to leave a town in Türkiye after she refused to perform on a stage with the country’s flag and a portrait of Atatürk.

19/07/2024

Earth News

Türkiye proposes controversial new bill to control stray dogs

Street dog attacks in Türkiye have sparked a new bill to control their population. Critics say it's inhumane.

15/07/2024

Moments

Booming Turkish TV drama industry boosts tourism in Istanbul

Turkish TV dramas have gone global - and it’s drawing tourists in.

12/07/2024

Lifestyle

In pictures: Oiled up fighters clash in Turkish wrestling championship

The ancient sport, dating back to the 14th century, features wrestlers covered in olive oil grappling on a grass arena.

11/07/2024

Ecotech

Teenagers in Türkiye invent drought-defying farm device

These teenagers from Türkiye are runners-up for The Earth Prize for their cheap and fast solution to crop failure.

11/07/2024

Economy

Prospects brighten as Turkey taken off money laundering 'grey list'

In a landmark move, Turkey has now been taken off the Financial Action Task Force (FATF)’s "grey list", a decision which is expected to go a long way in supporting the country's economic recovery.

01/07/2024

Tech News

Turkey’s biggest crypto exchange BtcTurk hacked

Cryptocurrency use in Turkey started to increase rapidly after 2020 as a defence against a deep slide in the value of the lira.

22/06/2024

Turkey

Turkey issues warrant for YouTube commentator over debate on Islam

Tema, who has more than 870,000 subscribers on the video-sharing platform, blasted Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan's ruling party over its alleged Islamist leanings.

18/06/2024

Taste

These are our top 5 vegetarian and vegan-friendly eateries in Türkiye

In partnership with GoTürkiye

Turkish cuisine offers vegetarian and vegan travellers plenty of options - here’s our pick of the top dishes and where to eat them.

17/06/2024

Explore

Looking for greenery? Try İstanbul’s gardens, forests and islands

In partnership with GoTürkiye

İstanbul is synonymous with history and cultural landmarks, but it also has colourful gardens and forests to enjoy a spot of nature in the city.

03/06/2024

Turkey

Building collapse in Istanbul, kills at least one and injures eight

Emergency workers tried to rescue people trapped under the collapsed apartment building in Istanbul on Sunday.

02/06/2024

Taste

Here’s everything you need to know about tasty Turkish tea or çay

In partnership with GoTürkiye

Tea is big in Türkiye, bigger than in any other country, in fact. We speak to a local tea producer to find out everything you need to know about çay.

27/05/2024

Culture news

Erdoğan claims Eurovision contestants threaten family values

And it’s nil points from Türkiye to this year’s Eurovision Song Contest Winner as the country’s President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan claimed the event threatened traditional family values.

21/05/2024

Destinations

Türkiye’s Efeler Way should be on every hiker’s list - here’s why

In partnership with GoTürkiye

A major new walking trail launched in Türkiye’s İzmir region looks to preserve the cultural heritage of some of the country’s most historic locations.

16/05/2024

Turkey

'Focusing on the positive agenda': Greek and Turkish leaders meet

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis met in Ankara on Monday for high-level talks aimed at boosting relations between the competitive Aegean neighbours.

13/05/2024

Explore

Türkiye’s Denizli region offers breaks steeped in history and wellness

In partnership with GoTürkiye

The Turkish region of Denizli is a paradise for holidaymakers who are passionate about history and wellness.

06/05/2024

Turkey

Ukraine and Russia mark Orthodox Easter under shadow of war

Moscow battered eastern Ukraine with drones as the two countries marked their third Orthodox Easter at war.

05/05/2024

Economy

Turkey halts all trade with Israel over humanitarian crisis in Gaza

A freeze on imports and exports will continue until the Israeli government allows aid to reach Gaza, says Turkey’s ministry of trade.

03/05/2024

Economy

Turkey inflation hits almost 70% in April dampening any rate cut hopes

Turkey’s inflation accelerated to 69.8% annually for the month of April, according to latest data from the Turkish Statistical Institute.

03/05/2024

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Protesters clash with police in Istanbul on Labour Day

Demonstrators in Istanbul clashed with law enforcement on Wednesday as they sought to access the iconic Taksim Square, defying a government prohibition on commemorating Labour Day at this historic site.

02/05/2024

Markets

Turkey looks towards ExxonMobile for multibillion-dollar LNG deal

As Turkey's relations with the US become easier, Ankara is looking at a change of direction from Moscow for its gas supplies.

29/04/2024

Turkey

Are the EU's billions for refugees really having an impact in Turkey?

Brussels has sent Turkey billions of euros to provide for migrants and refugees who would otherwise cross into the EU. But it's not clear how the money is being spent.

24/04/2024

Destinations

These are Türkiye’s five most beautiful train journeys

In partnership with GoTürkiye

Travelling by train is one of the best ways to see everything Türkiye has to offer, from historical monuments to stunning landscapes.

22/04/2024

Turkey

Activists organise 'Freedom Flotilla' laden with food aid for Gaza

The so-called 'Freedom Flotilla Coalition' is expected to depart Turkey in the coming days in an attempt to reach the shores of Gaza and deliver aid.

20/04/2024

Travel News

Türkiye has launched a digital nomad visa. Here’s how to apply

Applicants are accepted from most EU countries as well as the UK, USA and Canada.

15/04/2024