Latest News from Turkish Travel & Tourism Industry
Arabian Travel Market 2024: Turkiye Partners with Emirates to Boost Tourism
Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2024, the leading global travel and tourism event is being held at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) from 6-9 May. ...
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Batik Air Malaysia Halts Istanbul Flights Indefinitely
It has been confirmed that Batik Air Malaysia has suspended its flights to Turkey. The airline, which began operating flights to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International ...
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Mustafa Koç’s Dream Realized: A Premier Golf Course Opens in Istanbul
The late Mustafa Koç, one of Türkiye’s most prominent business figures who passed away in 2016 following a heart attack, had a dream that has ...
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New Istanbul-Sivas High-Speed Train Service Launched
The first service of the Istanbul-Sivas high-speed train line commenced today, departing from Söğütlüçeşme Station in Istanbul. The launch was celebrated with a ceremony attended ...
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Antalya Sets Tourism Record with 2 Million Visitors in 4 Months of 2024
Antalya, a popular resort city in Turkey’s Mediterranean coast and also known as the capital of tourism in Turkiye, has set a new record by ...
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The Best Food You Have to Try When Visiting Turkey
Turkish cuisine is famous worldwide and it is regularly referred to as one of the three great cuisines of the world, alongside French and Chinese. ...
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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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