Latest News from Turkish Travel & Tourism Industry
Turkiye Sees Surge in Tourism Revenue and Visitor Numbers in Q1
Turkiye’s tourism revenue has risen by 5.4% in the first quarter of the year, reaching $8.784 billion compared to the same period last year. This ...
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Turkish Airlines Resumes Istanbul – Kabul Flights
Turkish Airlines has announced it will resume flights to Afghanistan on May 21, after a hiatus following the US withdrawal in 2021. The airline will ...
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Tourist Faces Legal Trouble for Tampering with Parking Boot in Phuket
A Turkish tourist has become the center of attention in Thailand after improperly parking his motorcycle in Phuket, leading to a sequence of controversial actions. ...
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Turkiye’s Elite World Hotels Debuts in Africa with Ivory Coast Property
Elite World Hotels & Resorts, one of Turkiye’s leading hotel chains, has chosen Ivory Coast as the location for its first international hotel. The announcement ...
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Turkish Airlines Expands Fleet with Major Airbus and Boeing Deals
Turkish Airlines has reached a significant agreement with Rolls Royce for maintenance services and engine supplies for its Airbus A350 aircraft. The agreement was unveiled ...
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Long Waits, High Fees for Turkish Schengen Visa Applicants
Turkish citizens applying for Schengen visas face significant challenges as they struggle to find available appointments across European countries. Applicants are often subjected to long ...
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Liberty Golf Tournament to Kick Off on May 10
For nearly 35 years, Liberty Hotels & Resort has contributed to Turkish tourism with its inclusive hospitality approach. Now, the brand is extending its impact ...
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2024 International Tourism Cartoons Competition Winners Unveiled
The International Tourism Cartoons Competition, the only contest focusing on global tourism, celebrated its latest winners on April 26 at the ASKA Lara Resort & ...
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Turkish Airlines’ 7 Most Memorable Videos
Turkish Airlines has long been known for its creative and engaging in-flight safety videos as well as commercials that captivate travelers. From featuring internet stars ...
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Turkish Airlines Reports Record Passenger Growth in 2023
In 2023, Turkish Airlines announced a significant 16.1% increase in passenger numbers, reaching a milestone of 83.4 million travelers. The airline saw a 19.1% increase ...
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Explore Antalya from the Sky with New Gyrocopter Tours
Antalya, known as the tourism capital of Turkiye, is now offering a unique experience for both local and international visitors—gyrocopter tours. Organized by IEC Aviation ...
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Turkish Domestic Tourism Hits New Highs in 2023
In the fourth quarter of 2023, the Turkish Statistical Institute revealed a substantial rise in domestic tourism activities. According to the data, approximately 9.616 million ...
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Turkish Airlines Launches Daily Istanbul – Turin Flights
Turkish Airlines will launch of a new daily flight service between Turin and Istanbul, set to commence on July 10, 2024. This addition to their ...
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NYC to Host Turkish Day Parade and Culture Festival in May 2024
Thousands of Turkish Americans and their friends are set to gather in New York City to celebrate the 40th edition of the Turkish Day Parade ...
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Earn More Rewards with Choice Hotels and Turkish Airlines
Choice Hotels International has announced a significant collaboration with Turkish Airlines through its frequent flyer program, Miles&Smiles, providing a thrilling new opportunity for its 63 ...
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Turkiye’s National Parks Experience Surge in Visitors
During the 2024 Eid holiday period from April 6 to 14, many Turkish citizens looking to spend time in nature chose the national and nature ...
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Pegasus Launches Flights to Bratislava
Pegasus Airlines is set to expand its network by introducing direct flights to Bratislava from its hub at Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport. This new connection, ...
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Turkiye Launches Digital Nomad Visa
Turkiye has announced a new initiative to attract digital nomads, aiming to enhance its economy and diversify its tourism sector. The Turkish Ministry of Culture, through ...
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Turkish Airlines Offers Free Reservation Changes Due to Tensions in the Middle East
Turkish Airlines has announced that passengers can make free reservation changes for flights to and from Iraq, Jordan, and Lebanon, which were canceled due to ...
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Turkiye Introduces New Touristic Train Routes
Turkiye introduces two new touristic train routes that are great for anyone interested in seeing more of the country’s cultural and historical sites. These new ...
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