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  Paul Varmuza April 21, 2026 at 9:30pm

  Turkish tourism has famously been booming of late, but now it, too, has been slammed by this disastrous U.S./Israel war against Iran: https://www.dw.com/en/turkey-tourism-industry-iran-war-cancel-vacat...

  

  Iran war's shock waves impact Turkish tourism industry

  Turkey is one of the most popular vacation spots in the world. But in the wake of the Iran war, there's been a flurry of cancellations. And it's not…
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  Ahmed Abbas April 18, 2026 at 2:20pm

  Wow, it seems that Turkey is really making an impression in the world of medical tourism, with some of its hospitals being rated among the best in the world: https://www.newsweek.com/turkey-medical-tourism-top-hospitals-globa...

  

  Turkey's hospitals have built something the world can't ignore

  For the first time since Newsweek launched its “World’s Best Hospitals” ranking in 2019, Turkey has been included on the list.
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  María José January 13, 2026 at 11:57am

  Skiing in Turkey? I had no idea! https://www.cntravellerme.com/story/skiing-in-turkey

  

  The unexpected joys of skiing in Turkey

  Experienced skier J R Patterson samples the snow on the slopes of the Köroğlu and Kaçkar mountains – and the apres-ski culture
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  Ed Wetschler August 9, 2025 at 7:13pm

  Apparently the bloom may be starting to come off the rose? https://www.tourism-review.com/turkeys-tourism-numbers-affected-by-...

  High Prices Negatively Affect Turkey’s Tourism | .TR

  Turkey’s tourism feels the impact of more expensive services.
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  Joseba Basabe December 23, 2024 at 1:12pm

  A much lesser known side of Turkey: its ski resorts! https://www.thrillist.com/travel/nation/visit-kaya-palazzo-kartalka...

  

  Why You Should Book Your Next Ski Vacation in Türkiye

  Outdoor adventure meets indoor hammam.
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  David Paul Appell February 9, 2024 at 11:51am

  I´m hoping to get back to Istanbul next year - very fond memories of my previous, long-ago trip! https://www.euronews.com/travel/2023/04/24/discover-istanbuls-buzzi...

  

  Discover Istanbul's buzzing cultural centre and historical heritage

  Türkiye is going through a difficult period due to the devastating earthquake that hit the southeast of the country. Revenues from the tourism secto…
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  Riccardo R October 10, 2023 at 2:59pm

  Going down the list of 42 new UNESCO World Heritage Sites this year, I found another one in Turkey: the ruins of the Iron Age kingdom of Phyrgia in Gordion, a bit southwest of Ankara - looks pretty cool! https://whc.unesco.org/en/list/1669

  

  Gordion

  Located in an open rural landscape, the archaeological site of Gordion is a multi-layered ancient settlement, encompassing the remains of the ancient…
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  One Nation Travel Agency October 3, 2023 at 8:50pm

  The Bosphorus Strait! Have you ever wondered what makes this narrow, natural waterway so captivating? It’s not just a body of water; it’s a symbol of unity, a historical landmark, and a bustling hub of activity. In this article, we’ll explore the many facets of the Bosphorus Strait, from its geographical importance to its role in history and modern-day Turkey. Read more at https://www.onenationtravel.com/the-bosphorus-strait/

  

  The Bosphorus Strait: The Jewel of Istanbul

  Explore the captivating Bosphorus Strait, the lifeblood of Istanbul that connects Europe and Asia. Discover its historical significance, modern-day i…
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  Riccardo R October 3, 2023 at 8:15pm

  Ah, and another bit of news about Turkey: it just made the list of this year´s 42 new UNESCO World Heritage Sites for a series of particular wooden mosques called ¨hypostyle¨ built in various parts of Anatolia in the 13th and 14th centuries: https://whc.unesco.org/en/list/1694

  

  Wooden Hypostyle Mosques of Medieval Anatolia

  This serial property is comprised of five hypostyle mosques built in Anatolia between the late 13th and mid-14th centuries, each located in a differe…
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  Riccardo R October 2, 2023 at 12:23pm

  I´ve always been sceptical of medical tourism, and after reading this, even more so: https://www.euronews.com/2022/10/13/in-turkey-concerns-grow-over-fl...

  

  Turkey: Warning to medical tourists from patients with botched teeth

  A lack of regulation means patients are leaving Turkey with worse teeth than they arrived with - and dentists at home refuse to touch them.