Winter is not everyone’s favourite time of year. For most it conjures up images of grey skies, plummeting temperatures and a host of ailments from ‘flu to arthritis. The occasional fall of snow turns to ice and slush very quickly causing havoc on the roads and the railways. However, despite its downfalls, a Turkish winter brings a kind of magic not encountered back home; it truly is a beautiful time of year in Turkey.


Christmas is here again and that means it’s time to make Christmas shopping an occasion. Whether you’re just on a vacation or living in Turkey, there are some wonderful, unique gifts you can give to your friends and relatives for a special Christmas treat....
Many foreigners wanting to move to Turkey often head for the rural areas like the villages for some peace and quiet, away from the hectic lifestyle they’re burdened with in their home country. Village life is a great location for tranquility and for nature t...
Most people move abroad for a new and better life, and while for you it is an exciting adventure, for your family and friends it is most likely to come as an upsetting shock. They’re most likely going to be happy for you, but at the same time, they’re scar...
When moving to Turkey or any other country abroad, it is necessary to behave in the right manner. There are many foreigners that move abroad and think that many of the rules in their new country do not apply to them. Of course, this is not true and if you act ...




