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We
have been asked many questions about holidaying in
Turkey, to answer a few and hopefully put you
"first timers" minds at rest we have dropped a
few questions with answers below.
The
one many first timers ask about Turkey.
Q.
What should we wear and what should we pack?
A.
Dress is casual on these holidays; you won’t need
different clothes for every evening. Good swim wear,
effective sun tan lotion, comfortable shoes, sunglasses,
a light jacket or sweater and a pair of light trousers
for the evening and a sun hat. If you are travelling as
a couple or a family don’t pack one bag for each
family member, mix the clothes up. In the unlikely event
that a bag is lost by the airline you won’t be
completely without clothes for one member of the family.
Don’t forget to pack (in hand luggage) such things as
essential medicines, spare spectacles or contact lenses
and fluid, and if you are planning to hire a car your
driving license.
Q.
Do we need visas?
A.
Before you go through passport control you need to pay
the local charge for your visa. The Turkish Government
levies a £10 per person charge (incl. Infants) for a
visa to all British nationals arriving in Turkey. The
amount is payable in sterling cash at a special desk
which is clearly marked. Please try to have the correct
money available. Scottish notes are not accepted.
Q.
What is traveling like in Turkey?
A.
Travel in Turkey is great value so get out and about and
explore the resort and the surrounding area. Most people
use the Dolmus
services. These are cheap and convenient locally
licensed minibuses which don’t have official stops,
you just wave them down! Ordinary taxis are also easily
available and they are not expensive compared to the UK.
For longer journeys the buses and coaches are ideal they
are usually modern, clean and good value. .
Q.
Can we drink the Water?
A.
It is strongly recommended that only bottled water is
drunk. Check that the seal has not been broken on the
bottle top and discard the bottle if it is only
partially drunk and left for a period of time. Do not
drink the tap water as it is not of the same standard as
provided in the UK.
Q.
(Yes people do ask this) Do they have electricity in
Turkey?
A.
Voltage is 220V and you will need a continental 2 pin
plug adapter.
Q.
What is the food like?
A.
Although there is a huge variety of international
cuisine on offer, you really should try the local
Turkish food - we’re positive you’ll be back for
more! Turkish cuisine is exceptionally varied, making
extensive use of the fabulously fresh fruit and
vegetables that are grown all over Turkey. It’s an
easy place to be a vegetarian, but excellent lamb, fish
and cheese are available everywhere.
The
citrus fruits are a local speciality, but the cherries,
peaches, apricots and figs are unlike anything you have
ever tasted before. There are hitherto unseen delights
to try – the small plums called maltepe, for example,
or pistachio nuts freshly roasted that day. As well as
the easily recognised kebabs and salads, there’s Borek
- little filo pastry parcels filled with cheese and Pide
- the Turkish equivalent of Pizza.
And
when you’ve finished try a little Turkish Coffee...
fiendishly strong the deceptively small cup can help
keep you going into the early hours
And
talking of the early hours, as well as wonderful local
food there are local drinks to try - get into the
holiday spirit with the local aniseed bombshell called
Raki which is taken with ice and water, the very good
Efes beer, or the surprisingly good Turkish wines which
are far from expensive. .
Looking
for more answers? Take a look at our general
guide section.
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