With Istanbul's third airport at 80% completion as of February, 2018 and a full opening due by October, 2018, what makes this new airport special? A bit of background - Istanbul's original Ataturk airport has been revamped several times, and is currently the 3rd busiest airport in continental Europe. However, the demand for international air traffic has exceeded both Ataturk International and the...
Luxury Property Turkey recently hosted a UK client living and working in Abu Dhabi who was interested in a long term investment, holiday getaway and possibly an eventual retirement property. Her requirements were: Ample sunshine and a moderate climate Hassle-free residency Easy airport access for frequent travels Reliable property help A welcoming attitude towards foreign residents She had...
You've settled into your dream residence on the Aegean or Mediterranean. Western sunsets are stunning all year around, and the Doedecanese Greek Islands are droplets in the distance floating on an azure blue sea. Meanwhile, you'll need to pick up some groceries at some point. Here's the lowdown on on what to buy from where. BIM is the bottom rung of supermarkets, but stock unusual goodies not...
With recent exchange rates at 4.6 TL to one Euro, the USD at 3.9 TL, and Sterling at 5.2 TL according to www.xe.com, international buying power is at a record high for Turkish goods. The decline of the Turkish Lira against major global currencies over recent years has prompted many potential investors to ask Luxury Property Turkey, ''Is this a good time to buy property?" The answer is quite detailed,...
Luxury Property Turkey received great feedback from its recent November 2017 blog entry titled ‘’Which Automobile to Buy as an Expat in Turkey''. The posting also brought up many questions that were asked about owning a vehicle in Turkey. Luxury Property Turkey staff assembled our recent clients' questions regarding privately owned vehicles in Turkey. Disclaimer: Please note that the advice...
You've made the plunge and invested in your dream home in Turkey. You're over the moon with decorating your house and getting to know your neighbors and new surroundings. You've learned how to be picked up from the airport, or are using the excellent public transportation options when travelling within the country. But, it's time to think about purchasing a vehicle for even more independence. The...
Marriot Hotel's Edition brand in conjunction with boutique hotel creator Ian Schrager is planning to launch luxury hotel on the western end of the Bodrum Peninsula, just 3 miles from Palmarina in Yalikavak. The hotel will feature 99 guest rooms, suites and villas all with views of the Aegean Sea — some with private pools, balconies and gardens. The hotel’s design includes an infinity pool, garden...
Luxury Property Turkey once again has been spotlighted in UK's Daily Telegraph on 4 November, 2017 in an article by Jane Slade. Titled ''Pensioners Find a Place in the Sun,'' the two-page spread takes an in-depth look at the ever growing trend of soon-to-be pensioners who are actively seeking to enjoy a second home, not just for holiday purposes, but to enjoy life in another country while still young...
Nephew and partner of the iconic Bodrum restaurant Sunger Pizza, Mustafa Yavas has entered his third year of producing Pablo Beer, brewed in the Bodrum neighborhood of Konacik. When asked what inspired him to launch a business in which promotion and advertising is strictly forbidden, Mustafa Yavas replied, ''Craft beer culture is relatively new in Turkey, and we are pioneering craft brewers here. Our...
Photo from Hurriyet Daily News Seeking to re-activate the ancient Sino-Turkic Silk Road trade route, China has signed and declared intent to invest into 12 million square meters of land in the vicinity of the Dörttepe district, just 15 minutes from the Bodrum-Milas (BJV) international airport. The deal will include the building of a min-city in conjunction with Turkish Ağaoğlu Construction...