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bomonti , istanbul istanbul investment real estate investment investment / 09 July 2015
Four up-and-coming investment areas in Istanbul So, how well do you know Istanbul? You have probably heard of Besiktas - where eye-watering prices put the central region at the top of the pile. However, there are a number of up-and-coming neighbourhoods where property is becoming available thanks to regeneration and gentrification. Investors are moving in and developers are buying up - a sure sign that these little-known areas are on their uppers. We let you in on four areas where, price-wise, there is still room to move.bomonti , istanbul istanbul investment real estate investment investment / 09 July 2015
Urban transformation primes Istanbul for investment In recent decades Istanbul’s transformation from a modest city to a huge centre, home to a quarter of Turkey’s population has been astounding. Economic advances and increased immigration to the city mean Istanbul is bigger and wealthier than ever before. However, growth has not been smooth, and now city planners are aiming to transform the city over the next 20 years with initiatives aiming to improve housing and infrastructure for future generations. We explore the opportunities urban transformation presents for investors - and the problems associated with rapid change./ 09 July 2015
Mark Twain in Turkey On of the most famous authors of all time, and a huge traveller, Mark Twain's writing has moved and inspired people for many generations. Called the father of American literature, in 1869 Mark Twain released his first travel book about his long journey throughout Europe - The Innocents Abroad - one of the best selling travel books ever. In this book he details his first time in Turkey...tourism in turkey / 03 July 2015
Alternative Living: Underground Cities of Turkey’s Past Did you know that there are about 40 underground cities in Cappadocia open for the public to explore? Grab your torch and come with us on an exploration of some of the best and biggest underground cities in this fascinating region of Turkey. Those who are prone to claustrophobic or panic attacks might want to sit this one out - the walls are thin, the tunnels are dark, but one thing is for sure; you will never forget your Cappadocia underground cities adventures./ 02 July 2015
Seven bargain retirement homes in Fethiye A unique setting in Turkey where all the elements come together to create the ideal retirement destination, Fethiye is one of our most loved spots for buying a home in Turkey. With over 300 days of sunshine every year, low living costs, excellent facilities, and good travel links to Europe - it is easy to see why! We have gathered a list of the best retirement villas for sale in Fethiye and explain why you should be making Fethiye your next destination.life in turkey religion in turkey / 15 June 2015
Everything You Need to Know about Ramadan in Turkey 2015 All around the world, June 18th marks the beginning of Ramadan 2015, and in a country where officially 98% of the population are Muslims, people will naturally wonder how Ramadan in Turkey will affect their day to day live if they are an expat or someone looking to visit Turkey during this period. In this blog we give you the lowdown on everything you need to know about Ramadan in Turkey, including some tips and advice for those who will be on Turkish shores in the next month.istanbul / 10 June 2015
Discovering Gurpinar Istanbul’s seaside hideaway Although it’s a short drive away, gorgeous Gurpinar might as well be a million miles from central Istanbul. The pretty seaside town, once popular with weekenders, is now entering the radar of home buyers and investors. Luxury apartments overlooking the Marmara Sea are a fraction of the cost of central city apartments, and minutes away from Gurpinar’s seven-kilometre beach and pretty town centre.istanbul tourism in turkey / 06 June 2015
Istanbul en route for second-most visited European city Istanbul is set to become Europe’s number two tourist destination. Turkey’s largest city is attracting more and more visitors each year, and with a higher growth rate than Paris, currently number two after London, It’s likely that Istanbul will overtake the city of love within four years. What is it about this city, perched between Europe and Asia? We take a look at the four biggest tourist attractions - including one that was last year found to be the world’s single most visited attraction.istanbul life in turkey / 04 June 2015
Traffic solutions greenlighted for Istanbul congestion At the moment, it seems that all roads (and ferries, bridges and tunnels) lead to Istanbul. The fast-growing population has meant congestion problems: the city’s traffic has reached a crucial point, and officials are scrambling to find solutions. Work is underway on a new bridge, a Bosphorus tunnel and more creative solutions, all expected to roll out in the next couple of years. Public transport is also expanding, with new ferries and hundreds of kilometres of metro lines being added to the commuter arsenal, endeavouring to make travelling around Turkey’s largest city pain free.life in turkey , moving to turkey retiring to turkey / 28 May 2015
Living in Turkey: Will The Language Barrier Be a Problem? As Turkey becomes one of the top destinations in the world for expats and foreigners purchasing real estate, more people are asking: Do you need to learn Turkish in order to live in Turkey? In this blog we take a look at the language barrier you might experience if you move to Turkey, including some helpful tips for getting around it, and some helpful phrases to get you started on your way to learning some Turkish language skills.
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