2008: A record year for Turkish tourism!
Sunday, August 3, 2008
Tourism officials in Turkey have revealed that 2008 could be a record year for Turkey's investment and tourism sectors.
The Turkish Daily News has cited figures from the Turkish Hotels Federation that the number of foreign arrivals went up by 15 per cent on a year-by-year basis. Ahmet Barut, chairman of the organization has said that this is a pleasing development .He predicted that the sector will continue to grow and the overall annual visitor numbers will reach the 27 million mark this year.
Turkey ranks an impressive 8th in The World Tourism Organization's (WTO) table of the world’s highest earning tourism sectors. Overseas property investors will benefit from a surge in the number of people visiting Turkey as Owners of rental accommodation in Turkey could be set to see high occupancy rates.
The Turkish Daily News has stated that Turkey has become popular with overseas property buyers and the publication has pointed out that investors who choose to buy a holiday home on the Turkish Riviera could also be making a profitable long-term investment. Andrew Gibson of Directholidaybookings.co.uk has said that that Turkey is attracting more attention from tourists from UK because the pound has slumped to a record low against the euro.
The Turkish Press revealed that during the first three months of 2008, the tourism sector generated about £1.4 billion which was 28.5 per cent higher than the figure recorded in the first quarter of 2007. Thee findings make it more attractive to foreign property buyers, as house prices are being pushed upwards. Therefore, investors who enter ahead of the main period of price appreciation could make the most out of their purchase.
This comes after the news that Guardian has recently reported Turkey as a good destination for British holidaymakers to consider.
Social BookmarkingThe Turkish Daily News has cited figures from the Turkish Hotels Federation that the number of foreign arrivals went up by 15 per cent on a year-by-year basis. Ahmet Barut, chairman of the organization has said that this is a pleasing development .He predicted that the sector will continue to grow and the overall annual visitor numbers will reach the 27 million mark this year.
Turkey ranks an impressive 8th in The World Tourism Organization's (WTO) table of the world’s highest earning tourism sectors. Overseas property investors will benefit from a surge in the number of people visiting Turkey as Owners of rental accommodation in Turkey could be set to see high occupancy rates.
The Turkish Daily News has stated that Turkey has become popular with overseas property buyers and the publication has pointed out that investors who choose to buy a holiday home on the Turkish Riviera could also be making a profitable long-term investment. Andrew Gibson of Directholidaybookings.co.uk has said that that Turkey is attracting more attention from tourists from UK because the pound has slumped to a record low against the euro.
The Turkish Press revealed that during the first three months of 2008, the tourism sector generated about £1.4 billion which was 28.5 per cent higher than the figure recorded in the first quarter of 2007. Thee findings make it more attractive to foreign property buyers, as house prices are being pushed upwards. Therefore, investors who enter ahead of the main period of price appreciation could make the most out of their purchase.
This comes after the news that Guardian has recently reported Turkey as a good destination for British holidaymakers to consider.
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Turkish property boosted by golf tourism
Sunday, July 13, 2008
Golf tourism is helping to drive the property market in Turkey and a prominent golf award could be great news for Turkey property investors.
International Association of Golf Tour Operators (IAGTO) has awarded Turkey as "Best Golf Destination of the Year-Europe 2008". The award proclaims that Turkey is becoming one of the world's leading golf destinations.
Robert Nixon 'Operations Director' Nirvana International has stated that Turkey is becoming increasingly popular with golf fans, to such an extent that it could possibly overtake established countries such as Spain and Portugal. This is because the country is replete with high-quality golf courses and a large number of new golf courses and leisure facilities have been developed in the last few years. The easy accessibility with budget airlines, the warm weather, low living costs and ample areas of historical interest makes Turkey even more attractive for the holidaymakers and golf fans from other countries.
Data from the Turkish tourism ministry has revealed that the number of holidaymakers who are choosing to visit Turkey has gone up in the last year and the country attracted 7.3 million visitors. This is 15 per cent higher than the numbers recorded at the same point of 2007.
The expansion of new golfing facilities in Turkey could also have a knock-on effect of escalating the country's appeal to overseas property investors.
International Association of Golf Tour Operators (IAGTO) has awarded Turkey as "Best Golf Destination of the Year-Europe 2008". The award proclaims that Turkey is becoming one of the world's leading golf destinations.
Robert Nixon 'Operations Director' Nirvana International has stated that Turkey is becoming increasingly popular with golf fans, to such an extent that it could possibly overtake established countries such as Spain and Portugal. This is because the country is replete with high-quality golf courses and a large number of new golf courses and leisure facilities have been developed in the last few years. The easy accessibility with budget airlines, the warm weather, low living costs and ample areas of historical interest makes Turkey even more attractive for the holidaymakers and golf fans from other countries.
Data from the Turkish tourism ministry has revealed that the number of holidaymakers who are choosing to visit Turkey has gone up in the last year and the country attracted 7.3 million visitors. This is 15 per cent higher than the numbers recorded at the same point of 2007.
The expansion of new golfing facilities in Turkey could also have a knock-on effect of escalating the country's appeal to overseas property investors.
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Irish holidaymakers set to visit Turkey
Tuesday, July 1, 2008
Turkey's tourist industry looks set to benefit from the poor weather in the Republic of Ireland as number of holiday bookings has increased this year.
Sunway Travel has revealed that increasing number of people from Ireland is looking to take holidays in the country this summer. The amount of bookings for trips to Turkey is about five per cent higher than at the same time last year.
Tanya Airey, managing director of the company, told the Sunday Business Post that this is mainly due to the warm climate of Turkey. The recent poor weather and memories of last summer's downpours has made many people chose to book last-minute holidays in order to escape from this year's poor weather. She further said that the various financial issues such as the rising cost of living are also failing to deter Irish consumers from taking a break overseas.
The weakness of the pound against the euro has made the financially-stretched Britons can still enjoy bargains and affordable prices in Turkey, as prices are much lower than those in places such as Spain and France.
The official figures from Turkish tourism ministry showed that between January and May 2008, the country attracted 7.3 million visitors which are 15 per cent higher than the amount recorded at the same point of 2007. The increase in the number of vacationers is likely to have positive impact on demand for temporary lodgings, allowing property investors to collect higher rental yields.
Social BookmarkingSunway Travel has revealed that increasing number of people from Ireland is looking to take holidays in the country this summer. The amount of bookings for trips to Turkey is about five per cent higher than at the same time last year.
Tanya Airey, managing director of the company, told the Sunday Business Post that this is mainly due to the warm climate of Turkey. The recent poor weather and memories of last summer's downpours has made many people chose to book last-minute holidays in order to escape from this year's poor weather. She further said that the various financial issues such as the rising cost of living are also failing to deter Irish consumers from taking a break overseas.
The weakness of the pound against the euro has made the financially-stretched Britons can still enjoy bargains and affordable prices in Turkey, as prices are much lower than those in places such as Spain and France.
The official figures from Turkish tourism ministry showed that between January and May 2008, the country attracted 7.3 million visitors which are 15 per cent higher than the amount recorded at the same point of 2007. The increase in the number of vacationers is likely to have positive impact on demand for temporary lodgings, allowing property investors to collect higher rental yields.
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Thermal Tourism heats up the tourist market
Wednesday, June 25, 2008
Culture and tourism minister Ertugrul Gunay said that Turkey attracted more than 23 million vacationers in 2007 which makes it the ninth-most visited country in the world in 2007. Mr. Gunay added Turkey was ranked in 11th place, in terms of the tourist trade. However, he pointed out that the number of tourists visiting Turkey and tourism incomes are not enough at all and he told that the tourism industry has to build on these figures and try to kindle further growth in the sector.
Thermal tourism is another new plan launched by the government of Turkey, which has been aggressively marketing Turkey as a holiday destination for some time. Thermal tourism is a lucrative market sector internationally and it is an industry based on the therapeutic and cosmetic powers of thermal springs. The Thermal Tourism Cities Project (TTCP) launched by Turkey's culture and tourism ministry in January aims to ascertain the country as one of the world’s leading thermal tourism destinations.
Turkish Geothermal Association (TGA) has stated that Turkey has the world's seventh-largest (and Europe's largest) thermal resources and has more than 1,300 sites of thermal interest across the country. The TGA estimates suggest that the country's thermal resources could cater for over 30 million visitors annually.
The TTCP has identified four main areas such as central Anatolia; southern Marmara; Phrygia; and the southern Aegean, including Aydin, Izmir, Manisa, and Denizli. Turkish government could soon be bringing billions of extra euros into the project to promote thermal sites and to develop existing facilities at home.
Thermal tourism is another new plan launched by the government of Turkey, which has been aggressively marketing Turkey as a holiday destination for some time. Thermal tourism is a lucrative market sector internationally and it is an industry based on the therapeutic and cosmetic powers of thermal springs. The Thermal Tourism Cities Project (TTCP) launched by Turkey's culture and tourism ministry in January aims to ascertain the country as one of the world’s leading thermal tourism destinations.
Turkish Geothermal Association (TGA) has stated that Turkey has the world's seventh-largest (and Europe's largest) thermal resources and has more than 1,300 sites of thermal interest across the country. The TGA estimates suggest that the country's thermal resources could cater for over 30 million visitors annually.
The TTCP has identified four main areas such as central Anatolia; southern Marmara; Phrygia; and the southern Aegean, including Aydin, Izmir, Manisa, and Denizli. Turkish government could soon be bringing billions of extra euros into the project to promote thermal sites and to develop existing facilities at home.
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Antalya - an opportunity too good to miss!
Tuesday, June 24, 2008
The Turkish city of Antalya is proving to be a very popular location for foreign leisure travelers as it has all the necessary "ingredients" of a major tourist hotspot, according to new figures.
The official government data showed that the Mediterranean resort is the top destination for holidaymakers in Turkey last month. Figures showed that 37.8 per cent of foreign holidaymakers last month those who visited Turkey in May 2008 chose to visit the city. This puts it well ahead of Istanbul, which attracted 25.2 per cent.
Today's Zaman suggested that approximately eight million people could take their holidays in the area and nearly 13,000 foreigners now choosing to live in the vicinity permanently. The publication stated that the temperatures are cool enough for people to feel relaxed to explore the region, while some tourists enjoy the chance to experience some winter sunshine. Moreover, Antalya has exceptional nightlife, shopping facilities, historical and cultural attractions, as well as its various leisure facilities, including golf courses attract foreign tourists. This means that temporary lodgings in Antalya will be highly sought after during the peak holiday season.
Turkish Land Registry Directorate (TKM) found that more than 17,000 overseas investors owned properties in the area. Business Week said Antalya is becoming popular with investors and expatriates from all over the world and overseas property investors are increasingly choosing to snap up properties in Antalya.
Alaaddin Yuksel, governor of Antalya, predicted that the region will attract ten million visitors this year - up from eight million in 2007. Mr. Yuksel added that he wants to renovate the province into a year-round holiday destination.
Social BookmarkingThe official government data showed that the Mediterranean resort is the top destination for holidaymakers in Turkey last month. Figures showed that 37.8 per cent of foreign holidaymakers last month those who visited Turkey in May 2008 chose to visit the city. This puts it well ahead of Istanbul, which attracted 25.2 per cent.
Today's Zaman suggested that approximately eight million people could take their holidays in the area and nearly 13,000 foreigners now choosing to live in the vicinity permanently. The publication stated that the temperatures are cool enough for people to feel relaxed to explore the region, while some tourists enjoy the chance to experience some winter sunshine. Moreover, Antalya has exceptional nightlife, shopping facilities, historical and cultural attractions, as well as its various leisure facilities, including golf courses attract foreign tourists. This means that temporary lodgings in Antalya will be highly sought after during the peak holiday season.
Turkish Land Registry Directorate (TKM) found that more than 17,000 overseas investors owned properties in the area. Business Week said Antalya is becoming popular with investors and expatriates from all over the world and overseas property investors are increasingly choosing to snap up properties in Antalya.
Alaaddin Yuksel, governor of Antalya, predicted that the region will attract ten million visitors this year - up from eight million in 2007. Mr. Yuksel added that he wants to renovate the province into a year-round holiday destination.
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Hilton International claims Turkish tourism is remarkable
Tuesday, June 17, 2008
Hilton International, a leading hotel chain has plans to set up new outlets in Turkish provinces as they claim that Turkey has become one of the leading holiday destinations in the world.
Wolfgang Neumann, area president for Europe and Africa has commented that he is very much confident about the lucrative nature of Turkish tourism industry. He indicated that the hotel management plans to set up new outlets in the provinces of Kutayah, Bursa, Manisa and Diyarbakir over the next few years. Furthermore, they also suggest that owners of rental accommodation in these tourist hotspots are seeing lots of demand for their services.
Property expert Dominic Whiting has said that the government is investing funds into the main holiday hotspots in order to make them more attractive locations and enhancing their appeal to prospective holidaymakers. This makes it more favorable to foreign property purchasers, as house prices are spiraling upwards.
Mr. Whiting further predicted price rises of at least 15 per cent per annum over the next few years in Turkey and in some parts of the country; the price hike would be significantly higher.
A Place in the Sun magazine recently revealed that Turkey is currently the most popular emerging market among British property buyers and also rated ahead of Italy and Portugal.
Social BookmarkingWolfgang Neumann, area president for Europe and Africa has commented that he is very much confident about the lucrative nature of Turkish tourism industry. He indicated that the hotel management plans to set up new outlets in the provinces of Kutayah, Bursa, Manisa and Diyarbakir over the next few years. Furthermore, they also suggest that owners of rental accommodation in these tourist hotspots are seeing lots of demand for their services.
Property expert Dominic Whiting has said that the government is investing funds into the main holiday hotspots in order to make them more attractive locations and enhancing their appeal to prospective holidaymakers. This makes it more favorable to foreign property purchasers, as house prices are spiraling upwards.
Mr. Whiting further predicted price rises of at least 15 per cent per annum over the next few years in Turkey and in some parts of the country; the price hike would be significantly higher.
A Place in the Sun magazine recently revealed that Turkey is currently the most popular emerging market among British property buyers and also rated ahead of Italy and Portugal.
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High-speed rail network set to boost tourism
Wednesday, June 11, 2008
Tourism and foreign investment in Turkey could be set to increase as a result of improved accessibility.
Anatolian News Agency has reported that Turkish State Railways (TCDD) wants to open up a new high-speed rail service to the public before the end of the year. TCDD director general Suleyman Karaman has commented that the infrastructure is already complete, while links to other destinations including Sivas are near completion. He further said that modern station buildings and related developments such as shopping centres and tourist accommodation will also be built near the new stations.
This has prompted property experts and media outlets to predict that number of vacationers and overseas property investors to Turkey would be increased. Rumi Dogay of the Pamucak Union of Tourism Investors has said that many traditional European destinations are on the brink of an economic recession, many tourists are traveling slightly further afield to places which offer better value for money. As a result, Turkey is expected to attract a record number of tourists in 2008.
This will be a positive development for overseas property investors who have purchased rental accommodation in the country, as they indicate that they may benefit from extra rental demand in future. The booming tourism leads to the value of property in certain hotspots going up. Consequently, investors would be able to collect the proceeds of substantial capital growth.
The Times has recently highlighted Turkey as a good destination for holidaymakers who need "their annual dose of Mediterranean sunshine".
Anatolian News Agency has reported that Turkish State Railways (TCDD) wants to open up a new high-speed rail service to the public before the end of the year. TCDD director general Suleyman Karaman has commented that the infrastructure is already complete, while links to other destinations including Sivas are near completion. He further said that modern station buildings and related developments such as shopping centres and tourist accommodation will also be built near the new stations.
This has prompted property experts and media outlets to predict that number of vacationers and overseas property investors to Turkey would be increased. Rumi Dogay of the Pamucak Union of Tourism Investors has said that many traditional European destinations are on the brink of an economic recession, many tourists are traveling slightly further afield to places which offer better value for money. As a result, Turkey is expected to attract a record number of tourists in 2008.
This will be a positive development for overseas property investors who have purchased rental accommodation in the country, as they indicate that they may benefit from extra rental demand in future. The booming tourism leads to the value of property in certain hotspots going up. Consequently, investors would be able to collect the proceeds of substantial capital growth.
The Times has recently highlighted Turkey as a good destination for holidaymakers who need "their annual dose of Mediterranean sunshine".
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Bodrum offers good value to investors
Saturday, June 7, 2008
The Turkish peninsula of Bodrum has been highlighted as a good option for property buyers thinking of investing in foreign property by the Sun newspaper.
The newspaper has reported that Bodrum region offers both financial and lifestyle benefits to foreign buyers, such as its fabulous Mediterranean climate and booming tourist market. The property values are going up across the peninsula due to increased number of tourists, which is located in south-west Turkey. The publication predicted that the Bodrum region could provide a lifetime investment, particularly since it had the potential to be more lucrative than a property purchase in the UK.
The governor of Mugla region in an interview to TurkishPress.com stated that Bodrum and Fethiye are set to attract more tourists this year. The increase in the number of tourists is good news for owners of rental accommodation in places such as Bodrum, as it means that property is in strong demand among tourists.
Therefore, property owners are set to collect high returns from their investment, particularly as the demand has a positive impact on house prices in the region.
According to the UK-based newspaper the Independent, house prices in the country went up by 20 per cent in 2007.
Social BookmarkingThe newspaper has reported that Bodrum region offers both financial and lifestyle benefits to foreign buyers, such as its fabulous Mediterranean climate and booming tourist market. The property values are going up across the peninsula due to increased number of tourists, which is located in south-west Turkey. The publication predicted that the Bodrum region could provide a lifetime investment, particularly since it had the potential to be more lucrative than a property purchase in the UK.
The governor of Mugla region in an interview to TurkishPress.com stated that Bodrum and Fethiye are set to attract more tourists this year. The increase in the number of tourists is good news for owners of rental accommodation in places such as Bodrum, as it means that property is in strong demand among tourists.
Therefore, property owners are set to collect high returns from their investment, particularly as the demand has a positive impact on house prices in the region.
According to the UK-based newspaper the Independent, house prices in the country went up by 20 per cent in 2007.
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Turkey attracts more Ukrainian tourists
Sunday, June 1, 2008
Recently Culture and tourism minister Ertugrul Gunay said that Turkey attracted more than 23 million foreign holidaymakers in 2007, reports TurkishPress.com. He added that this makes it the ninth-most visited country in the world in 2007 and is ranked in 11th place in terms of the amount of revenue generated by tourism.
The Turkish Daily News has reported that the number of people visiting Turkey from Russia and the Ukraine could surpass two million by the end of the year. Turkey is likely to attract a greater number of Ukraine holidaymakers this year following the launch of new flights.
The Kyiv Post has recently reported that Turkey attracted 590,000 people from the Ukraine in 2007 which is 22% more than in 2006. Tourists from Ukraine are becoming the "most prominent force" in the Turkish tourist trade. The increase in the number of tourists from Ukraine is reflected in the increase in the number of flights being offered to Turkey.
Ali Altunbas of Adore Toure has said that initially they organised about 20 flights to Antalya per week. Currently, the number of flights is increased to 50 per week. A representative from Karya Tour has revealed that its client volume is growing by 40% a year, with many passengers going to Turkey.
Consequently, this could result in Turkey's real estate sector having a busy year as Turkey is considered to be a potentially good market for overseas property investors to consider, since they could possibly collect strong rental returns.
This comes after the Turkish Daily News reported that the Turkish government is to invest £71 million for efforts to promote the country as a holiday destination all year round.
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The Turkish Daily News has reported that the number of people visiting Turkey from Russia and the Ukraine could surpass two million by the end of the year. Turkey is likely to attract a greater number of Ukraine holidaymakers this year following the launch of new flights.
The Kyiv Post has recently reported that Turkey attracted 590,000 people from the Ukraine in 2007 which is 22% more than in 2006. Tourists from Ukraine are becoming the "most prominent force" in the Turkish tourist trade. The increase in the number of tourists from Ukraine is reflected in the increase in the number of flights being offered to Turkey.
Ali Altunbas of Adore Toure has said that initially they organised about 20 flights to Antalya per week. Currently, the number of flights is increased to 50 per week. A representative from Karya Tour has revealed that its client volume is growing by 40% a year, with many passengers going to Turkey.
Consequently, this could result in Turkey's real estate sector having a busy year as Turkey is considered to be a potentially good market for overseas property investors to consider, since they could possibly collect strong rental returns.
This comes after the Turkish Daily News reported that the Turkish government is to invest £71 million for efforts to promote the country as a holiday destination all year round.
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Turkey become a popular holiday destination for Dutch tourists
Wednesday, May 28, 2008
There is a significant increase in the number of Dutch visitors in Turkey and experts have predicted a further increase will be recorded this year. This would increase the demand for temporary lodgings in popular tourist hotspots during the peak holiday season. The number of Dutch visitors has gone up consistently since 2003.
Yildiray Karaer, director of low-cost airline Corendon Air has commented that Turkey has emerged as Holland's most popular holiday destination, Dutch holidaymakers are flocking Turkey throughout the year. The airline has revealed that Turkey at present has a 25% share of the Dutch tourism market.
Ertugrul Gunay, Culture and tourism minister has said that Turkey has attracted more than 23 million foreign leisure travelers in 2007 which makes it the ninth-most visited country in the world in 2007 and 11th place in terms of amount of revenue generated by tourism.
Turkey is recommended by the Telegraph because it presently offers very favourable exchange rates with the UK. France and Portugal has become more expensive places to visit due to strong euro. Moreover, it said that the cost of renting a property in some areas is about half the cost of accommodation in Spain. Turkey has become "number one" tourist destination because it is so much cheaper than many eurozone members.
The growing tourist sector is a positive development for owners of property in Turkey, as it suggests they may benefit from further rental demand in future. The added interest would also lead to the rise in the value of property. Consequently, investors would be able to amass the proceeds of substantial capital growth.
Yildiray Karaer, director of low-cost airline Corendon Air has commented that Turkey has emerged as Holland's most popular holiday destination, Dutch holidaymakers are flocking Turkey throughout the year. The airline has revealed that Turkey at present has a 25% share of the Dutch tourism market.
Ertugrul Gunay, Culture and tourism minister has said that Turkey has attracted more than 23 million foreign leisure travelers in 2007 which makes it the ninth-most visited country in the world in 2007 and 11th place in terms of amount of revenue generated by tourism.
Turkey is recommended by the Telegraph because it presently offers very favourable exchange rates with the UK. France and Portugal has become more expensive places to visit due to strong euro. Moreover, it said that the cost of renting a property in some areas is about half the cost of accommodation in Spain. Turkey has become "number one" tourist destination because it is so much cheaper than many eurozone members.
The growing tourist sector is a positive development for owners of property in Turkey, as it suggests they may benefit from further rental demand in future. The added interest would also lead to the rise in the value of property. Consequently, investors would be able to amass the proceeds of substantial capital growth.
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Strong Euro boosts Turkish property investments
Saturday, May 10, 2008
According to the Turkish Hotels Federation, demand for rental accommodations in Turkey has gone up this year as more and more tourists are visiting Turkey. Owners of holiday accommodation in Turkey should benefit from higher occupancy rates and healthy rental yields.
John Bevan of Lastminute.com recently said that Turkey is now most popular tourist destination because it is so much cheaper than many Eurozone members. The pound has touched a record low against the euro and the Eurozone currency is now worth 80 pence. This means that pound will not buy as many euros, making things more expensive for the British tourists in European countries. Turkey is becoming an increasingly popular destination among British tourists. Guardian has reported recently that Turkey is a good destination for Britons who want to travel abroad with a more favourable exchange rate.
Thomas Cook recently revealed that British leisure travelers are increasingly opting to head outside of the Eurozone. The present exchange rate of the pound against the euro was cited as one of the main reasons for tourists to head for countries that are not in the currency, such as Turkey.
Ahmet Barut, chairman of Turkish Hotels Federation said in an interview to TurkishPress.com that a record number of people are likely to visit Turkey in 2008 and he predicted about 27 million holidaymakers will visit Turkey this year.
Social BookmarkingJohn Bevan of Lastminute.com recently said that Turkey is now most popular tourist destination because it is so much cheaper than many Eurozone members. The pound has touched a record low against the euro and the Eurozone currency is now worth 80 pence. This means that pound will not buy as many euros, making things more expensive for the British tourists in European countries. Turkey is becoming an increasingly popular destination among British tourists. Guardian has reported recently that Turkey is a good destination for Britons who want to travel abroad with a more favourable exchange rate.
Thomas Cook recently revealed that British leisure travelers are increasingly opting to head outside of the Eurozone. The present exchange rate of the pound against the euro was cited as one of the main reasons for tourists to head for countries that are not in the currency, such as Turkey.
Ahmet Barut, chairman of Turkish Hotels Federation said in an interview to TurkishPress.com that a record number of people are likely to visit Turkey in 2008 and he predicted about 27 million holidaymakers will visit Turkey this year.
Labels: Holiday-property, Tourism
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Turkish Caves (Museum Hotel) attract tourists
Cappadocia region is one of the most important tourism centers of Turkey visited every year by thousands of tourists coming from every part of the world. Cappadocia is situated in central Anatolia, nearly 200 kilometers southeast of Ankara. Cappadocia has exceptional rock formations and magnificent caves and it is the common name of the field covered by the provinces of Nigde, Aksaray, Nevsehir, Kayseri and Kirsehir in the Middle Anatolian region.
The first human settlements in the prehistoric periods built the underground cities in the volcanic rocks to defend themselves from the wild animals and they lived for long periods in these underground cities.
Ömer Tosun, antique and ancient rug expert, had the caves and prehistoric residential areas in Cappadocia’s Uçhisar district renovated and turned them into museum-hotels. The Museum-Hotel has a 30 room capacity. Each of the rooms is named according to the antiques inside rather than traditional room numbers. Tosun has stated that he knew the region and the texture of the historical structures well as he is the native of the region and so he was able to copy the originals without destroying its nature.
Tosun's museum-hotel is the first of its kind in Turkey and this unique concept which mixes his fervor for antiques and his entrepreneurial attitude. During the short period the Museum Hotel has been open for business it has attracted large number of tourists worldwide and has hosted celebrities like Henry Ford's daughter, Anne Ford and Hollywood star Harvey Keitel.
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The first human settlements in the prehistoric periods built the underground cities in the volcanic rocks to defend themselves from the wild animals and they lived for long periods in these underground cities.
Ömer Tosun, antique and ancient rug expert, had the caves and prehistoric residential areas in Cappadocia’s Uçhisar district renovated and turned them into museum-hotels. The Museum-Hotel has a 30 room capacity. Each of the rooms is named according to the antiques inside rather than traditional room numbers. Tosun has stated that he knew the region and the texture of the historical structures well as he is the native of the region and so he was able to copy the originals without destroying its nature.
Tosun's museum-hotel is the first of its kind in Turkey and this unique concept which mixes his fervor for antiques and his entrepreneurial attitude. During the short period the Museum Hotel has been open for business it has attracted large number of tourists worldwide and has hosted celebrities like Henry Ford's daughter, Anne Ford and Hollywood star Harvey Keitel.
Labels: Holiday-property, Tourism
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Eco-tourism to enhance Turkish properties
Thursday, May 1, 2008
Turkey is already taking steps to preserve its environmental beauty for the future as investors who cut down trees for their developments will end up planting more trees.
Minister of Culture and Tourism Ertugrul Gunay has said at the Third Belek Tourism Panel Discussion that the measures that will be taken to curb the negative environmental impacts of construction sector. Tourism is an enormously important sector to Turkey and it represents nearly 9 per cent of Turkey’s GDP. The growth of tourism is best done by preservation of environment for the future and minister further said that we are not supposed to spoil the nature as we didn’t inherit it from our ancestors and we cannot leave the possible remedial measures to be taken for the protection of environment to our children.
The government’s series of infrastructure improvement with a commitment to protect the environment to open up the Eco-tourism has a domino effect. This results in more demand for rental housing and it also means more tourists will discover the delights of Turkey and today’s tourist is tomorrow’s holiday home buyer meaning that likely growth in tourism will also have an positive impact in terms of demand on the Turkish property market.
Turkey offers great potential for an investor seeking growth, profit and development. Belek, the golfing capital of turkey, is a fast and highly developing holiday and golf resort has won awards for its environmentally-friendly developments.
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Minister of Culture and Tourism Ertugrul Gunay has said at the Third Belek Tourism Panel Discussion that the measures that will be taken to curb the negative environmental impacts of construction sector. Tourism is an enormously important sector to Turkey and it represents nearly 9 per cent of Turkey’s GDP. The growth of tourism is best done by preservation of environment for the future and minister further said that we are not supposed to spoil the nature as we didn’t inherit it from our ancestors and we cannot leave the possible remedial measures to be taken for the protection of environment to our children.
The government’s series of infrastructure improvement with a commitment to protect the environment to open up the Eco-tourism has a domino effect. This results in more demand for rental housing and it also means more tourists will discover the delights of Turkey and today’s tourist is tomorrow’s holiday home buyer meaning that likely growth in tourism will also have an positive impact in terms of demand on the Turkish property market.
Turkey offers great potential for an investor seeking growth, profit and development. Belek, the golfing capital of turkey, is a fast and highly developing holiday and golf resort has won awards for its environmentally-friendly developments.
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