In the January-March period of 2024, online tourism expenditures in Turkey recorded a remarkable growth with a 140 percent increase in purchases made with domestic and foreign cards. According to the data obtained by Tourism Databank through the Interbank Card Centre (BKM), the total amount of expen
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According to a recent survey released by the UK-based price comparison website which.co.uk, Turkish destinations have not made it into the top 10 cheapest package holiday destinations for the summer of 2024. This marks a significant change from previous years, where Turkey frequently appeared among
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Antalya has kicked off the tourist season with a celebratory spirit, having welcomed over 2 million visitors in the first four months of the year, and is continuously breaking records with an influx of foreign tourists.In a recent interview with Salim Uzun from Hürriyet newspaper, Kaan Kavaloğlu,
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British airline Jet2 has announced the launch of a new direct flight route from Bristol Airport to Izmir, marking a significant expansion of its flight operations between the UK and Turkey. The service is set to commence on May 27th and will continue through October 28th, operating once a week.This
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As of 2023, there has been a noticeable surge in the demand for flights from Germany to Turkey, propelling airlines to increase their capacity, routes, and fleets. This trend is indicative of a broader interest in Turkey as a prime holiday destination, resonating particularly among German travelers.
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The International Airports Council (ACI World) has released its annual list of the world's busiest airports for 2023, spotlighting major hubs that continue to lead in passenger traffic globally. This year's list includes a diverse array of airports, with Istanbul Airport claiming a spot among the to
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In an effort to manage the surging tourist influx and reduce daily congestion, the popular holiday destination of Venice, Italy, will introduce a fee for tourists entering the city on select days starting from April 25, 2024. This landmark decision marks a significant shift in how the city plans to
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British low-cost carrier EasyJet (EZJ.L) has decided to suspend its flights to Tel Aviv until October 27, citing escalating security concerns in the Middle East. The suspension comes in the wake of an attack by Iran on Israel, which has significantly affected the safety assessments of regional airli
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The European Union Commission has launched an exciting opportunity for 35,000 young people, including citizens of the Republic of Turkey, through its "DiscoverEU" program, offering free train tours across Europe. According to BBC Turkish, eligible participants will have the chance to explore various
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Spain’s tourism sector is anticipated to break records in 2024, with projected revenues expected to reach an unprecedented €202.65 billion, according to a recent announcement by the Spanish tourism sector association, Exceltur. This remarkable figure represents an 8.6% increase from the previous
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