Antalya and Istanbul top tourist hot spots

Good news for Antalya and Istanbul as recently released figures have revealed that they are the most popular destinations for all tourists to Turkey. Article written by The Overseas Guides Company In fact they are so popular they dominate more than 80 per cent of all tourist traffic and this figure seems to only be [...]

By |2013-02-08T18:15:29+01:00February 2nd, 2013|Articles|

Bodrum firm favourite with Gulf investors

Representatives of investment funds descended on Istanbul recently to attend the first ever Turkey-Gulf Real Estate Investment and Cooperation Congress. Article written by The Overseas Guides Company The event gave investors the opportunity to hear first-hand all of the new development and real estate opportunities that are popping up in Turkey. General Manager of the [...]

By |2012-12-20T11:25:40+01:00December 20th, 2012|Articles|

2012 ends well for property buyers – will 2013 be as kind?

A year that began with uncertainty over the future of a crippled Eurozone and hesitancy amongst foreigners, as well as Europeans, to own any type of euro asset, particularly property, is ending with a resurgence in sales in key euro destinations, where property values remain heavily depressed and the nationality of buyers is becoming increasingly [...]

By |2012-12-17T12:33:54+01:00December 17th, 2012|Articles|

Turkish Airways and Lufthansa to join forces?

A proposed tie-up between Turkish Airways and German airline, Lufthansa, who are Europe’s largest carrier, could spell exciting things for expats, home owners or those considering investing in the growing nation. Article written by The Overseas Guides Company Although an agreement has yet to be confirmed, Turkish Airways Chief Executive, Temel Kotil, has admitted that [...]

By |2012-11-27T17:00:59+01:00November 22nd, 2012|Articles|

Turkey launch e-campaign to entice tourists

A new e-campaign launched to promote Marmaris and the surrounding towns could spell great things for businesses and those who own investment property in the area. Article written by The Overseas Guides Company The Southern Aegean Hoteliers Association (GETOB) and Marmaris Tourism Union (MARTAB) have commenced work on an initiative to boost the reputation of [...]

By |2012-11-12T12:32:11+01:00November 12th, 2012|Articles|

How to set an asking price to sell a home in Turkey

Selling a house in Turkey isn't all that much different to selling a house anywhere else (remember the exceptions to every rule proverb), pretty much the same principles apply to and the same pitfalls await sellers no matter where they are selling. Article written by Julian Walker of Spot Blue The best advice one can [...]

By |2012-11-02T12:44:46+01:00November 2nd, 2012|Articles|

James Bond can’t be wrong

This week see’s the release of this year’s most anticipated film, Skyfall, apparently the best Bond film ever made. Those with an eagle eye will immediately spot that the chosen location for a number of scenes is the Turkish capital, Istanbul.   Article written by The Overseas Guides Company On top of this, Taken 2, [...]

By |2018-11-15T18:05:40+01:00October 29th, 2012|Articles|

Istanbul on the up

Since being in office, one thing is for certain, Turkey’s Prime Minister, Recep Tayyip Erdogan, is a man with a mission – to develop his native Istanbul into a financial hub on par with London and Hong Kong. His plans are working… Article written by The Overseas Guides Company Development is happening on a daily [...]

By |2012-10-19T17:35:11+01:00October 20th, 2012|Articles|

Help me get connected in Turkey!

Andy Probert of the TurkeyBuyingGuide.com helps readers with their questions about buying and living in Turkey. Article written by The Overseas Guides Copmpany If you have a question that you would like him to answer email him at turkey@overseasguidescompany.com. “I have always been a little bit clueless about technology and now that I have made [...]

By |2012-10-19T17:37:54+01:00October 13th, 2012|Articles|

Time for Turkey’s Altinkum?

Popular as an affordable Mediterranean holiday spot for some years, the Turkish resort of Altinkum is now climbing the ranks as a second home destination. Article written by The Overseas Guides Company Recent developments in Altinkum are attracting an increasing number of British buyers, who are discovering that not only is property cheaper than other [...]

By |2018-11-15T18:32:39+01:00September 25th, 2012|Articles|