Latest News from Turkish Travel & Tourism Industry
Turkey Eyes $60 Billion Tourism Revenue After Record H1 Earnings
July 31, 2024
Turkey’s Culture and Tourism Ministry together with Türkiye Tourism Promotion and Development Agency (TGA) today held a press conference at Atatürk Culture Center in Istanbul ...
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Turkey’s Q2 2024 Tourism Income Hits $14.9 Billion
July 31, 2024
Turkey’s tourism sector continues to shine, with the latest figures from the Turkish Statistical Institute revealing a significant boost in revenue. For the second quarter ...
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Turkish Airlines Partners with TÜRKSAT for Fleet-Wide Wi-Fi Upgrade
July 25, 2024
Turkish Airlines has announced a significant Wi-Fi upgrade across its entire fleet through a new partnership with TÜRKSAT. This Turkish Airlines Wi-Fi upgrade, expected to ...
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Radisson Hotel Group Expands in Türkiye with 7 New Hotels
July 18, 2024
Radisson Hotel Group announced the addition of seven new hotels, including six signings and one opening, in the Turkish market in the first half of ...
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World’s Largest Solar Roof Powers Dalaman Airport
July 15, 2024
Dalaman Airport has unveiled the world’s largest solar roof, setting a new standard for renewable energy use in aviation. This innovative project, built on the ...
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Schengen Visa Rejections Cost Turkish Travelers €13 Million in 2023
July 10, 2024
Turkish travelers faced significant challenges in 2023, with Schengen visa rejections costing them a staggering €13 million. The rising number of denials has highlighted the ...
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BLS International Buys iDATA for $96 Million
July 10, 2024
BLS International, one of the world’s largest providers of visa, passport, and consular services, has announced the completion of its acquisition of Turkey-based iDATA and ...
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Turkish Airlines Launches New Direct Flights to Turin, Italy
July 10, 2024
Turkish Airlines has expanded its impressive network by launching new direct flights to Turin, Italy, marking the airline’s ninth destination in the country. Starting from ...
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From Cyprus Pasta to Turkish Honey & Peanut: EU Celebrates Unique Flavors
July 10, 2024
The European Commission has officially recognized and celebrated the unique flavors of Cyprus and Türkiye by adding three exceptional products to its list of geographical ...
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Antalya Tourism Fair 2024: A Premier Tourism Event in Antalya
July 10, 2024
The Antalya Tourism Fair 2024 (ATF24), is set to open its doors for the sixth time, offering tourism professionals and visitors a unique experience filled ...
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Kempinski Belek Opens New Lagoon Suites and Restaurants
July 9, 2024
Kempinski Belek has unveiled a new era of luxury with the opening of its exclusive Lagoon Suites and new dining experiences. Nestled on the shores ...
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Hidden NATO Base in Trabzon to Open for Tourism
July 8, 2024
The little-known NATO base located in Trabzon’s Boztepe district is set to become a new tourist destination. This former military installation, used by American soldiers ...
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Dedeman Opens 3 New Hotels in Mersin, Sapanca, and Mardin
July 4, 2024
Dedeman Hotels & Resorts International has expanded its presence in Turkey by opening three new hotels in a single month. The openings took place in ...
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FlyArystan Expands Istanbul-Aktau Route to Four Weekly Flights
July 2, 2024
Kazakhstan’s low-cost carrier FlyArystan is increasing the number of flights on the Istanbul – Aktau – Istanbul route. The additional flights will operate on Tuesdays ...
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Barceló Cappadocia to Open as the Group’s Fourth Hotel in Turkey
June 27, 2024
Barceló Cappadocia will open on July 16, 2024, as the fourth hotel in Turkey by the Barceló Hotel Group. The hotel was introduced at a ...
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Istanbul Sees 11.48% Rise in Foreign Visitors in May 2024
June 26, 2024
Istanbul saw a significant increase in foreign visitors this May, with a rise of 11.48% compared to the same month last year. The city welcomed ...
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New Touristic Tatvan Train Starts Service: Discover Scenic Turkey by Train
June 23, 2024
One of the two new touristic train routes in Turkiye announced earlier, the Touristic Tatvan Train, will start service after the Eid al-Adha holiday. The ...
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Bobo by The Stay Opens in Bodrum
June 20, 2024
Bobo by The Stay, the newest of the Stay Hotels, has now opened in Bodrum. Perched high above the sparkling Aegean, Bobo offers guests exclusive ...
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Efes Experience Museum Named World’s Best
June 17, 2024
Efes Experience Museum from Turkey has won a prestigious award at the Mondo-Dr Awards, which honor outstanding projects in the exhibition and hospitality sectors worldwide. ...
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Turkish Airlines Launches Istanbul – Denver Flights with Special Introductory Fares
June 12, 2024
Turkish Airlines has announced the launch of a new route from Istanbul to Denver. This service will initially operate three flights per week. “As the ...
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