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Turkish Airlines Cancels Iran Flights, Lufthansa Extends Beirut Suspension

Turkish Airlines has canceled all flights to Iran, including Tehran, Shiraz, and Isfahan, until November 1, 2024, citing security concerns as tensions escalate in the ...
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Levni Hotel Istanbul Opens in Partnership with Accor

Levni Group, known for its two hotels in Istanbul’s Historic Peninsula, has partnered with Accor, one of the world’s leading hospitality groups, to launch Levni ...
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A cat taking a selfie in front of a mosque in Istanbul, featured in a Turkish Airlines promotional video, with the Turkish flag in the background and the postcard reading “Hello from Türkiye.”

Turkish Airlines’ Pet Travel Video Stars a Cat’s Fun Journey to Istanbul

Turkish Airlines has unveiled a delightful video that highlights its pet-friendly travel policies in a fun and engaging way. Rather than opting for a traditional ...
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View of the Blue Mosque with minarets in Istanbul, Turkey, with a bright blue sky in the background and the sea, ships, and the “IST” abbreviation in large yellow text overlay.

Vueling to Launch Barcelona-Istanbul Flights with Expanded Service in 2025

Vueling is set to begin operating three weekly direct flights from Barcelona to Istanbul Airport starting on 29 October 2024. This new route marks Vueling ...
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Izmir, Turkey

Skål International Hosts 2024 World Congress in Izmir, Turkey

Skål International’s highly anticipated 83rd World Congress takes place in the vibrant city of Izmir, Turkey, from October 16th to 21st, 2024. The annual event ...
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New Turkish Airlines Istanbul-Sydney Service to Start Sooner Than Planned

Turkish Airlines has just announced an exciting update for its passengers flying down under. The new Istanbul-Kuala Lumpur-Sydney route, which was initially set to launch ...
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Turkish Airlines Chairman Prof. Dr. Ahmet Bolat speaks at the first anniversary celebration of Widect, the airline’s e-commerce logistics brand.

Turkish Airlines’ Widect Celebrates One Year of E-Commerce Growth

Turkish Airlines’ logistics brand Widect marks its first anniversary, celebrating a year of innovation and expansion in e-commerce logistics. Launched in 2023 to integrate logistics ...
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Antalya Airport

EU Commission Approves Joint Acquisition of Fraport TAV Antalya Terminal

The European Commission has approved the joint acquisition of Fraport TAV Antalya Terminal by TAV Airports and Fraport AG. The terminal, based in Antalya, Turkey, ...
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Presentation at the Greek Tourism Open Days event in Istanbul, showcasing Greek regions and promoting tourism collaboration with Turkish partners.

Greek Tourism Destinations Showcase in Istanbul Strengthens B2B Relations

Greek tourism leaders gathered in Istanbul on November 2, 2024, to strengthen connections and promote tourism destinations through a B2B event held at the Association ...
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Turkish Airlines Introduces Istanbul-Sydney Flights via Kuala Lumpur

Turkish Airlines is set to add a new feather to its cap with the introduction of Istanbul-Sydney flights via Kuala Lumpur starting December 4, 2024. ...
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Jaan Roose walking on a slackline across the Bosphorus in Istanbul, holding a Turkish flag.

Red Bull Athlete Jaan Roose Crosses Bosphorus Strait from Asia to Europe

Red Bull athlete Jaan Roose has completed a breathtaking slackline walk across Istanbul’s Bosphorus Strait, moving from Asia to Europe on a narrow, 1.9 cm-wide ...
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New Luxury Hotel on the Bosphorus by Turkish Airlines

Two of the most exquisite mansions on the Bosphorus, Hatice Sultan and Fehime Sultan Mansions, are set to open their doors as a luxury hotel. ...
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Istanbul to Host PATA Annual Summit 2025 in March

Istanbul will host the PATA Annual Summit 2025, an event organized by the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) and hosted by the Türkiye Tourism Promotion ...
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Rixos Tersane Istanbul Opens

Rixos Tersane Istanbul opens as the city’s newest luxury hotel, offering a blend of hospitality, culture, and art that promises to redefine Istanbul’s tourism landscape. ...
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Istanbul Tackles Taxi Crisis with New App-Based System and More Taxis

Istanbul is addressing its long-standing taxi crisis with the introduction of a new app-based taxi system and a significant increase in the number of taxis. ...
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Trabzon Airport Unveils New International Arrivals Terminal and CIP Building

Trabzon Airport has marked a new milestone with the opening of its state-of-the-art international arrivals terminal and CIP (Commercially Important Person) building, along with a ...
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Black and white portrait of Fehmi Köfteoğlu.

Turkish Tourism Journalist Fehmi Köfteoğlu Passes Away

Turkish tourism journalism has lost a pivotal figure with the passing of Fehmi Köfteoğlu, who died following a heart attack today. Born in 1957 in ...
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Tuzla in Bosnia and Herzegowina

Pegasus Airlines Launches Istanbul to Tuzla Flights

Pegasus Airlines has officially launched its new flight route connecting Istanbul’s Sabiha Gökçen Airport to Tuzla International Airport. The inaugural flight was celebrated with a ...
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Tourists shopping in the Grand Bazaar, Istanbul, Turkey, walking through a busy, historic market corridor with arched ceilings and shops displaying various goods.

Turkish Tourism Triumphs: Record Visitor Numbers Despite Global Disruptions

Turkish tourism is experiencing a significant surge in 2024, with foreign tourist arrivals increasing by 8.3% in the first eight months, reaching nearly 29 million ...
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A hotel room with two beds overlooking a panoramic view of Istanbul’s Golden Horn at sunset.

New Hotel in Istanbul: The Hotels Galata Opens Its Doors

Ante Holding has proudly launched its new hotel, The Hotels Galata, in one of Istanbul’s most vibrant districts. This 70-room hotel is strategically located next ...
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