News from Turkey

Bentour in Antalya hosted more than 700 top travel agencies from Switzerland, Germany, Austria, and the Netherlands as part of its Turkey presentation and promotion.

Turkish Airlines, the global airline flying to more countries than any other, hosted a special Gala Dinner at The Deck at Island Gardens in Miami on Tuesday, November 29, showcasing the best of Turkish cuisine, culture and creative talent.

After having announced new residences in Istanbul a few months ago, Kempinski Hotels now announced further expansion of its Turkish portfolio with a new residential project coming to life in a secluded bay in Alaçatı on the peninsula of Çeşme.

One of the best football players in the world, Cristiano Ronaldo, arrived in Istanbul on November 28.

The 17th Istanbul Biennial, organised by the Istanbul Foundation for Culture and Arts (İKSV) and supported by the 2007–2036 Biennial Sponsor Koç Holding, came to a close on Sunday, 20 November 2022.

 Tourism between India and Türkiye has increased manifold over the years and there is still a huge potential for growth in tourism and other sectors.

The 10^th anniversary of the Seven Stars Luxury Hospitality and Lifestyle Awards brought the leaders of hospitality and lifestyle together under one roof at the Lazzoni Hotel on November 19^th.

The United Nations adding Türkiye’s famed Cappadocia region to its list of the world’s most important geological heritage sites will shine an even brighter spotlight on its dazzling natural wonders.

Continent Worldwide Hotels, which develops Turkish hotel brands and successfully implements its growth strategy through franchise and management agreements, continues to grow in Turkey, Vietnam, Pakistan, India and Saudi Arabia with the brands "AncyrA Hotels & Inns" and "Continent Hotels & Resorts".

Celebrations to mark Türkiye's 99th anniversary of Republic Day, including official ceremonies, sports events and concerts, will start on Saturday, October 29.

IHG Hotels & Resorts announced a series of recent signings and openings in Turkey across its Crowne Plaza, Holiday Inn, and Holiday Inn Express brands.

Istanbul Airport and Sabiha Gökçen International Airport handled over 70.1 million passengers in the first nine months of 2022.

Turkish tour operator Detur Global announced bankruptcy following the September 2022 announcement of an operational stop.

Michelin presented the very first selection of restaurants at the MICHELIN Guide Istanbul 2023. With 53 restaurants making the selection, the Istanbul culinary map greatly impressed the MICHELIN Guide inspectors.