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Tourist Flow of Russians to Turkey Is 50% Lower Than Last Year

Russian tour operators state that in terms of the number of tourists they managed to send to Turkey in June 2022, the lag behind the figures from June pre-pandemic 2019 is very significant. Figures range

Turkey Lifts All Covid Entry Restrictions

Turkey Lifts All Covid Entry Restrictions

The Ministry Interior of Turkey announced that PCR tests would not be asked from visitors arriving from abroad starting on Wednesday, June 1.  The ministry said rules and measures against the pandemic were being determined based

Turkey to Launch a New Airline for Russian Tourists – Southwind

A new airline, which the Turkish government is creating to carry Russian tourists Turkey’s resorts, will start work in May. The company will be named Southwind and initially operate five Airbus planes. This year beckoned

Turkey Is Bracing for a Big Loss of Russian Tourists

Turkey Is Bracing for a Big Loss of Russian Tourists

This year beckoned with hopes for a post-pandemic expanse and a return to the former freedom of travel. However, everything changed for Russian tourists on February 24. The tourism industry in Russia was among the

Wyndham to Add Seven New Hotels to Turkey Portfolio

Wyndham to Add Seven New Hotels to Turkey Portfolio

 Wyndham Hotels & Resorts today announces plans to add seven more hotels to its portfolio in Turkey, cementing its position as the largest hotel company in the country by number of properties. The new additions

Turkey Accepts Vaccinated Russian Tourists

Turkey Accepts Vaccinated Russian Tourists

Turkey allows entry for Russian tourists vaccinated with any Russian vaccine without PCR tests.  “Turkey receives Russian tourists who have received two doses of any Russian vaccine, that is, have been vaccinated. Otherwise, we request

IHG Announces Three Hotels in Turkey

IHG Announces Three Hotels in Turkey

IHG Hotels & Resorts announces its continued strategic expansion in Turkey with three signings – InterContinental Grand Ankara, Crowne Plaza Istanbul Tuzla Viaport Marina and Holiday Inn Express Ankara Airport. This outstanding trio of properties

Turkey Lifts UK Flight Ban

Turkey has lifted the suspension of direct flights from the UK. Officials have also announced that no vaccination certificates will be required for international travelers entering the country. For the time being, passengers will need

Turkey Unveils New Entry Rules

On 15 March, Turkey unveils new entry rules. All travellers must fill out an online form that contains personal data. Visit https://register.health.gov.tr/ to fill out your form: you’ll be asked to enter your passport details,

Your Guide to Izmir Wineries

Your Guide to Izmir Wineries

Just over half of all Turkish wine comes from the Aegean region of Turkey. Most of the Turkish wines produced at wineries in the Urla, Izmir region, area are made from international grape varietals, but

Turkey Will Require Negative PRC Test for All Travelers

Turkey Will Require Negative PRC Test for All Travelers

According to the decision of the authorities of the Republic of Turkey, all passengers 6 years and older starting from December 28, by air from abroad; and as of December 30, arriving by air, land

Accor Expands in Turkey

Accor Expands in Turkey

Accor has added Turkey to its Middle East & Africa region. The newly expanded region will now comprise of a portfolio of more than 84,000 rooms across 400 hotels. With the industry’s most dynamic portfolio

Per Capita Tourism Income Increased in Turkey

According to the data of tourism income and expenses announced by TURKSTAT and the number of tourists announced by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism; 9 months of 2020, tourist numbers and income showed drop

New Credit Support for Tourism in Turkey

New Credit Support for Tourism in Turkey

Banks Association of Turkey (TBB), gave credit support in order to promote the value of market production capacity and employment, businesses with Tourism Support Package Applications. 10 billion TL credit will be provided by the

Where to Travel in Turkey in 2020

With many people around the world aching for a vacation, many countries still have travel restrictions that have been imposed to control the spread of COVID-19. In some cases, arriving tourists will have to undergo