National & International News

Tourists Flock to Mevlana Museum Ahead of the Seb-i Arus Ceremony

Due to the Celalettin Rumi 750th Anniversary of Reunion International Commemoration Ceremonies, there are numerous local and foreign tourists in Konya. In addition to the Sema Rite, many events such as panels, conferences, exhibitions, concerts, theatre shows and music concerts are held across the city from 7-17 December. Guests coming to Konya visit the historical…

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Chinese Tourists’ Interest in Türkiye Increasing

A total of 198,807 tourists came to Turkey from China in the January-October period this year. This has been back up by a 15% increase in early reservations for the 2024 season. Mehmet İşler, Vice President of the Turkish Hoteliers Federation (TÜROFED), said Turkey has the potential to host 10 million tourists from China. “Turkey…

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Teacher Urges Embrace, Support, and Believe in Disabled Children

Burcu Salman, originally hailing from a village in Karaman, began her educational journey at the age of 10. After graduating from Aksaray University with a degree in Psychological Counseling and Guidance, she realized her dream of becoming a teacher and now passionately works as one in Izmir. Burcu, a 27-year-old visually impaired guidance teacher appointed…

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Mask Implementation is on Germany’s Agenda Again

There is growing concern in Germany regarding the resurgence of colds, respiratory diseases, and the flu worldwide. Presently, approximately 7 million people in Germany are grappling with respiratory illnesses. This situation has spurred discussions in Germany about reinstating mask mandates. While wearing masks is currently compulsory in certain hospitals, there are discussions about extending this…

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Turkey Expands Flight Network to 130 Countries

At the Ajet Launch Ceremony held in Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport, Minister of Transport and Infrastructure, Abdulkadir Uraloğlu, highlighted significant advancements in Turkey’s aviation sector. Uraloğlu emphasized the remarkable growth achieved since 2002, with active airports increasing from 26 to 57 and terminal capacity rising from 55 million to 337.45 million passengers. Speaking at the…

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Tourism experts asssess trends and challenges

At the 13th International Resort Tourism Congress held at the Nest Congress Center in Antalya Belek, industry experts evaluated the outcomes of 2023 and shared their forecasts for 2024 through a survey conducted using the Keyport system. According to the participants, 2023 exceeded their initial expectations, leading them to anticipate a similarly positive trajectory for…

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Eyes on regulations in daily house rental

The law, which makes it mandatory to obtain a permit from the Ministry of Culture and Tourism to rent residences for tourism purposes, was published in the Official Gazette. All eyes turned to the regulation regulating how the law will be implemented. While it is stated that the regulation will come into force in November,…

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Turkey’s Trailblazing Women: Discover the Remarkable Names

In the early years of the Republic of Turkey, a groundbreaking era unfolded for women’s rights, marking pivotal milestones at home and on the global stage. With unwavering determination, women carved their place in history, leaving an indelible mark on both the country and the world. Delve into the compelling stories of these remarkable female…

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A Journey into Abstract Art: Painting Exhibition in Izmir 

Running until February 18, 2024, a cultural immersion at the Arkas Art Center in Izmir beckons visitors themselves into the rich and evocative worlds painted by Devrim and Orhon.  The Center proudly presents the “Two Image Passengers” exhibition, showcasing the masterpieces of Nejad Devrim and Mübin Orhon. For those unacquainted with these artistic pioneers, this…

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