|
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.
|
