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Seeking Hotel to Review in Istanbul 9/9-10/2025

I am looking for an upscale hotel in ISTANBUL open to hosting journalists in exchange for coverage on September 9 and 10, as well as recommendations for food tours. I will be happy to provide sample articles from the magazines I am working with. I am wrapping a press trip on the 9th, scheduled to leave the 10th, and may be able to move my return to the 11th. Also looking for food tour recommendations.

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10 extraordinary adventures in Turkey

  Turkey/Türkiye with its diverse landscapes and breathtaking natural beauty, offers a playground of thrilling outdoor activities for adventure seekers. From soaring mountains and pristine beaches to ancient ruins and deep valleys, the country's geography sets the stage for an adrenaline-pumping experience. Whether you're a hiker, a water sports enthusiast, or a nature lover seeking an adrenaline rush, Turkey has something to offer. In this blog, we will take you on a journey through some of…

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Seeking Istanbul for Editorial Projects this September

I will be on a press trip to Aegean Turkey from September 2-9, and wanted to add a couple of extra nights in Istanbul. I am looking for an Istanbul property open to hosting a journalist in exchange for articles in upscale publications for one or two nights. (I will provide recently published PDFs from the publications) covering a variety of topics. I am also looking for interesting food tours, restaurant recommendations, shopping recommendations, museums, and other points of interest. You are…

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  • visavisa March 27, 2010 at 2:01pm
    http://visaistanbul.blogspot.com , we're glad to see you in istanbul !
    Tour Istanbul
  • David Paul Appell January 22, 2010 at 10:27pm
    Max, since that was a British travel industry study, I'm sure it relates more to hotels and other industry rates, as well as general prices in tourist zones. But I daresay if you head out into where the real people live, costs are probably still quite a bit lower than Spain's.
  • Max Pesling January 20, 2010 at 5:09pm
    Here's an interesting item from TravelMole.com. Guess you could say it's more proof of how much of a crowd-pleaser Turkey has become!

    Turkey now more expensive as holiday destination than Spain

    "Holidaymakers to Turkey face paying more for tourist items, despite being seen as a value destination outside the eurozone.

    While the Turkish lira has weakened by more than seven per cent against sterling in the past year, a new Post Office Worldwide Holiday Costs Barometer reveals a price hike of almost 44% for meals, drinks and other holiday items.

    The country has dropped 14 places in the barometer table of 30 worldwide destinations to 22nd position, making it much more expensive than Spain."

    For more, see:
    http://www.travelmole.com/stories/1140479.php
  • David Paul Appell January 2, 2010 at 7:15pm
    Turkey -- specifically the Dalaman coast -- gets a shout-out on this week's Tripatini blog survey of hot destinations for 2010. Check it out!
  • Grace Rowland October 14, 2009 at 9:57pm
    Izmir is great and if get a guide book you will see how very much you can do in day trips from there, including Ephesus being about 45 min. away. Join the Turkish-American Cultural Center for starters. I lived there 3 years and loved every minute.
  • David Paul Appell August 18, 2009 at 4:40pm
    Welcome to OneNation! Please consider helping our member Jazcat regarding her questions on Izmir and Istanbul, posted below. Thanks!
  • David Paul Appell August 12, 2009 at 3:16pm
    Greetings! A new member, Jazcat, has requested info for her upcoming visit to Turkey:

    "My husband and I will be traveling to Turkey in a couple weeks. We will have 7-10 days in Turkey, he is going over to work with his company but we are going over early to travel. I would appreciate suggestions on best places to see and best use of our time.

    I expect we will spend 3-4 days in Istanbul then take the ferry/train down to Izmir where he will be working. Any suggestions on places not to miss in Istanbul would be appreciated.

    In Izmir, is there anything interesting to see. I was hoping to get to Troy but see that is a 5 hour bus ride from Izmir and wondering if it is worth it. Kusadasi/Ephesus is much closer to the south. Any suggestions on how to get to Kusadasi from Izmir, not sure if a bus or maybe a taxi/tour guide would be good.

    Thanks for all your help."
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