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American expat in Türkiye
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Registration: 06 November 2010
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Experiences in Istanbul by marither
Hi guys! We plan to have few days vacation in Istanbul. Do you know any good agencies but with reasonable rates? I also want to know the best places to go and to shop for authentic products for souvenirs, authentic cuisines and clothes coz I ...
Yep, it is an agency... Read More
Experiences in Istanbul by marither
Hi guys! We plan to have few days vacation in Istanbul. Do you know any good agencies but with reasonable rates? I also want to know the best places to go and to shop for authentic products for souvenirs, authentic cuisines and clothes coz I ...
Hey VIP tourism might be a good choice for you...give it a shot... Read More
social football by FlyingDutchman
Hey! We're 4 guys (2 from the UK, 1 New Zealander and 1 Dutchman with ages 24-28) who would like to start a social football group for a weekly hali saha (astroturf) match, somewhere between 11.00-17.00 on the European side. But we need more ...
Hey That might be too late, but I am willing to join to you guys..:)..and I will find lots of players...:D Read More
renting a fully furnished flat close to Atarturk airport by Jasmine81
Hello, 1. I would like to know which neighbourhoods are close to the airport or within easy reach of it (subway)? 2. Any tips on good real estate agencies websites? We have tried to find some in English or French but were not very successful. 3. ...
I think Yesilkoy, Yesilyurt, Florya, and Atakoy would be the best places for you. Probably around $800 for rent...Good luck Read More
Advice for Americans moving to Turkiye, please :) by caroline25
Hi Everyone, So, I've been starting to think about all of the practical stuff involved in moving to Turkiye...health insurance, what forms I will need to fill out, etc. Can anybody recommend any websites or posts to read, regarding that sort of ...
Hi Caroline, I just moved to Istanbul from Washington DC. This is a late reply, but let me know , if you are still planning to move to Istanbul or if you are in Istanbul and if you need any help? Good luck and have fun in Istanbul...:) Read More
Middle East or Europe by keepit100
I would like to ask a quick question. Why Turkey considered as a Middle Eastern country instead of European?
I think it is part of both...If you go to Istanbul you find a modern European city if you go to Mardin , you will find the mystic and exotic oriental city.. I think that is a perfect example of being rich in culture and history. That s why I Love ... Read More
Going out in Istanbul by expat.com
Hi there, Which are your 10 favorite places to go out in Istanbul? Which places would you recommend to newcomers? (restaurants, pubs, discos, theaters, cinemas, concert halls...) Thanks!
Hey did you ask about night clubs? :D There are plenty of nice clubs in Istanbul... It all depends on what kind of vogue you prefer...but here are some ideas...In Ortakoy, SupperClub, Anjelique, Black, Mix, Reina and Sortie In Taksim plenty of ... Read More
Buying Electronics in Istanbul by Alliecat
I'm in need of a new mobile. Are prices good in Turkey? Where should I go to buy it? Thanks! :)
I just came from US... Compared to prices in US, it s a bit more pricey here...but if you have to buy electronics here, I would recommend Dogubank Ishani in Sirkeci area...Down the Sultanahmet... I hope that would be helpful... Read More
Moving to Turkey by Cherub20
Hi everybody, new to this site and would just like a little information to help me follow my dream of moving to Turkey. I recently took a TEFL course in teaching english, I am also teaching myself Turkish every free moment I have, and would realy ...
I think the best city you should move is Istanbul. ( if you are coming from a small city you can go for Izmir or Antalya) About Turkish I agree with the friend above, no matter how hard you study Turkish, You will have to come here and interact ... Read More
My father is interested in retiring in Turkey by mardim71
Hi All My father (Australian citizen) would like to purchase property in Turkey (Bodrum?) and I would like to know if an Australian citizen is allowed to live permantly in Turkey and purchase property. Thanks
Hey, As far as I know, there are a lot of British, German and some other natives settled around Bodrum area. And of course they are allowed to buy property and live there...Let me know, if there is any further questions... Read More
I need Help to move to Turkey by amarakl
hello all, can any body help me to move to Turkey i am Automotive Engineer and i want to work and live in Turkey. i hope find someone help me for that Thanks
Hi , Can you be more specific about the help? What do you need to know? Where in Turkey do you wanna move? Read More
I want to move to Turkey! Is it difficult? by blurussian
I am Russian but currently living in the US. I have both passports. I just went to Turkey for a vacation and fell in love with the place. I was wondering if anybody can tell me how easy or hard it is to relocate to Turkey and what it's like to live ...
Hi BluRussian, I am Turkish, originally from Istanbul, but after living almost 6 years in Washington DC, US I just moved to IStanbul. Cost of living is very low compared to NYC. Rents changes between $300 and $1000. It is upto if you want a room to ... Read More
Going out in Istanbul by expat.com
Hi there, Which are your 10 favorite places to go out in Istanbul? Which places would you recommend to newcomers? (restaurants, pubs, discos, theaters, cinemas, concert halls...) Thanks!
Hey,My name is Erdem, I just moved to Istanbul from Washington DC after a long time there...But I am originally from IStanbul, I really miss hangin out in Istanbul, so I would love to company you guys...I love partyin , there are lots of places in ... Read More
Istanbul for 2-3 months from January by Ceylan
I would love to be able to make contact with English speaking expats in Istanbul and of course Turkish people. I am from New Zealand and have just spent the summer in Turkey and now I want to return for a few months to Istanbul in the winter. I ...
Hey Ceylan, This is Erdem, I m Turkish origin but I just moved to Istanbul from Washington DC, I have lived there for almost 6 years as an expat...So I know how it feels...:)...I am ready to help you in Istanbul...I hope you will have fun here...:) Read More
visa run across the border - PLEASE HELP by zaffy
hi i'm due to do a visa run in the next couple of weeks .. i need to make it as cheapp as possible can anyone give me any advise .. i've looked at Sofia but i'm struggling to find info on the buses .... Thanks Laura
It is surprising to see people for me trying to stay in Turkey, usually that happens in more wealthy countries...I hope you guys will be ok with your visas and have some fun and happy time in Turkey... Read More