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De 5 mooiste fietsroutes van Türkiye

Geliefd vanwege het milde klimaat, de prachtige natuur en het bijzondere cultureel erfgoed, verrast Türkiye nu ook fietsliefhebbers met 5 prachtige fietsroutes. Dit zijn de 5 meest afwisselende fietsroutes in Türkiye die ook opvallen door de fietsvriendelijke faciliteiten.

1 / 11 / 2022

Topbestemming Antalya klaar voor start van het vakantieseizoen

De Turkse toeristische trekpleister Antalya is voor veel Nederlandse vakantiegangers als een magneet. Zon, zee en strand gegarandeerd, met veel waar voor je geld en een enorme keuze aan uiteenlopende accommodaties. Nu het vakantieseizoen voor de deur staat zijn de accommodaties aan de Turkse zuidwestkust helemaal in gereedheid voor volop vakantieplezier.

13.04.2023

Turkaegean herbs add flavour and health to recipes

Turkaegean, Türkiye’s coast of happiness, welcomes guests with its serene landscape and ambience, delicious olive oil, rich winemaking heritage, and renowned culinary culture of fresh vegetables. The most popular flavours of this cuisine are served to tables in distinctive recipes made with herbs from Turkaegean's fertile lands. These delightful herbs attract attention as a unique source of healing due to their high concentrations of vitamins and minerals. Because of these traits, this region may host the world's only herb festival. Prepare for your TurkAegean adventure, where you will enjoy delicious herbal foods and find health!

24.04.2023

Peaceful yet cool; Meet İstanbul's Anatolian side

İstanbul, one of the most vibrant metropolises worldwide, has a unique identity where European and Asian cultures are harmoniously blended, and the past and present are intertwined. İstanbul has a globally famous range of attractions, and the city’s Anatolian side or its part on the Asian continent contributes to this fame with peaceful yet "cool" experiences. İstanbul’s Anatolian side has its characteristics, including abundant natural beauty, historic landmarks, exciting nightlife, appetising cuisine, and many shopping alternatives. Let’s see some of the top experiences that İstanbul’s Anatolian side offers. But remember, the best way to experience this side of the city starts by crossing the beautiful Bosporus with a ferry from the European side.

14.7.2023

The Black Sea highlands of Türkiye offer an unforgettable experience amid the nature

Türkiye's Black Sea highlands offer a wide selection of getaway alternatives for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. The plateaus, among the most famous Black Sea, routes all year, offer a perfect combination of natural scenery, blue skies, and fresh air. As an alternative to a seaside holiday, how about discovering the beautiful landscapes of the Black Sea highlands, where you can experience delicious tastes of Black Sea cuisine and the relaxed, green, oxygen-rich natural setting?

23.06.2023

Experience a winter fairy tale with the Eastern Express in Türkiye

Operating between Türkiye’s capital city Ankara and Kars, one of the country’s most eastern cities, the 'Eastern Express' offers incredible urban and natural vistas, especially in the winter. Two separate train lines; the Eastern Express and the Touristic Eastern Express operate on the route, enabling travel enthusiasts to enjoy an unforgettable journey...

19.07.2023

Türkiye’s Most Beautiful Bike-packing Routes

Taking the cycling experience to a new level, 'bike-packing' is among the unique passions of adventurous travellers searching for discovery. In this type of exploration, you can carry all the materials and equipment you need while travelling long distances with your bicycle; It is also possible for you to travel freely in nature. Türkiye, with its natural parks, canyons, impressive ancient cities, crowded bazaars, historical villages and towns, welcomes adventure enthusiasts with very different geography and opportunities for a bike-packing experience. However, Turkey also has hotels and hostels of different scales, camping and glamping areas with national and international eco-labels; It also offers many opportunities that increase the quality of the bike-packing experience, with services such as secure parking, bicycle cleaning and repair provided to those staying in bicycle-friendly hotels. Let's take a look at Turkey's most beautiful bike-packing routes together...

10.07.2023

Istanbul-bound yet far from it: The Prince Islands

South of Istanbul, in the Marmara Sea, the Prince Islands offer stunning scenery and a pleasant breeze decorated with flower scents. The islands provide unique experiences through stunning beaches, distinctive streets, local flavours, and architecture.

18.04.2023

Restored St. Nicholas Church Awaits Visitors

Restoration works of St. Nicholas Church, one of the holy places of the Christian world in the Demre district of Antalya, have been completed. The church, built in the name of St. Nicholas, who devoted his life to doing good, shared his possessions with the poor and became a legend by secretly leaving gifts from windows or chimneys and inspired Santa Claus, is awaiting its visitors with its historical atmosphere.

01.05.2023

İstanbul’s landmark Maiden’s Tower reopens

The legendary Maiden’s Tower of İstanbul reopened as a monument and a museum on the centenary of the Republic of Türkiye after meticulous restoration works and several improvements.

11.05.2023

Türkiye's Most Beautiful Beaches

Located in the heart of the Mediterranean with the Turkaegean and Turkish Riviera, Türkiye is home to the most stunning beaches in the world. Throughout the summer, Turkey's beautiful beaches combine blue and green, offering several opportunities for relaxation and enjoyment and various exciting activities. Furthermore, pristine Blue Flag beaches are accompanied by traces of the world's most influential civilisations, unique tastes, vineyard routes, and delicious Turkish wines.

13.07.2023

Enjoy the fresh summer flavours of Türkiye!

Türkiye is the best place to go on vacation if delicious food is your top priority. Located in the centre of the Mediterranean, Türkiye has a rich cultural history, gorgeous landscapes, and a wide variety of tourist attractions to offer visitors. Additionally, it also provides its guests with a one-of-a-kind gastronomical experience by bringing the best tastes of its centuries-old, deeply rooted cuisine culture to the tables.

24.07.2023

Türkiye’s Most Popular Caravan Routes

Caravan holidays are increasingly popular, providing unique experiences to travellers who want to explore new routes at their leisure. Türkiye offers caravan travellers numerous options and inspiring destinations. Türkiye's spotlighting scenic green and blue landscapes, ancient cities and beautiful villages, and its delicious cuisine make it an ideal choice for travel on wheels.

28.07.2023

Discover the ancient cities of the Turkaegean

Beautiful beaches, elegant historic cities encircled by olive fields, and a unique cuisine honouring olive oil's wonder...The Turkaegean, also known as Türkiye's Coast of Happiness, is a vacationers' paradise, offering a variety of tourist services, Blue Cruises and sailing opportunities, as well as a delectable, locally-inspired cuisine, all set amidst breathtaking surroundings. The most potent emperors of ancient history constructed cities along these old Aegean trade routes, and the most significant historical changes of the ages also occurred there. Let's investigate the area's mysterious past.

04.08.2023

Bodrum, Turkaegean's premier summer destination, is waiting to welcome tourists seeking one last summer vacation

Regarding summer vacations in Türkiye, one of the most inspiring destinations is Bodrum, the stunning district of Muğla located at the confluence of the Mediterranean and Aegean seas. With its spectacular scenery and beautiful natural and historical attractions, Bodrum welcomes millions of visitors each year, presenting a blend of glamorous luxury and the tranquil lifestyle typical to the Turkaegean. Bodrum’s bright and world-famous nightlife, beautiful marinas, and unique experiences ranging from blue cruises to diving offer an endless variety that can meet all travel expectations. Moreover, the restaurants in the region serve stellar examples of Turkish and world cuisine. We've compiled the unique experiences of this particular destination, which will also become the newest addition to the Michelin Guide this November.

04.08.2023

İstanbul’s stunning museums which should be on your bucket list

İstanbul, Türkiye’s bustling metropolis, offers visitors a multi-layered travel experience with its historical landmarks, vibrant social life, museums, art and culture events, and one-of-a-kind gastronomy experiences. İstanbul's rich heritage makes it an iconic stop for visitors, and the city's arts and cultural attractions ensure that it retains its allure. And there are certain places in İstanbul where the streets lead visitors to explore this great cultural treasure. We have gathered the most famous museums in İstanbul for those who want to experience history, culture, and art together in İstanbul on lovely summer days…

07.08.2023

Antalya's Finike is named the 22nd Cittaslow city in Türkiye

Finike, the historic district in Antalya, is recognised into the International Cittaslow Association for its natural beauty, distinctive cuisine, and leisurely pace of life. With Finike joining the network, Türkiye now has 22 slow cities and districts registered with the International Cittaslow Association.

28.04.2023

These museums in İstanbul are just for children!

İstanbul, a leading global destination offering distinctive travel experiences, is also a great city to cater for children. İstanbul’s various museums expand children’s awareness of culture, arts, technology and history while creating fun moments for the entire family. İstanbul’s museums for children are also getting prepared for April 23rd, Türkiye’s National Sovereignty and Children’s Day. The only public dedicated to children in the world, April 23rd, National Children’s Day offers an ideal occasion for kids and parents to explore these interesting İstanbul institutions.

14.08.2023

Witness the Fantastic Journey of Caretta carettas in Türkiye

Türkiye, the holiday paradise of the Mediterranean and home to pristine beaches with golden sands, turquoise waters, and bright sun, welcomes visitors from all over the world and the endangered Caretta carettas. Indeed, 99 per cent of Caretta caretta nesting grounds are in Türkiye and Cyprus, and more than 20 beaches in Türkiye are protected to prevent environmental factors from affecting Caretta carettas during their breeding season

18.07.2023

Exploring Türkiye’s finest long-distance cycling routes

Short and long-distance bike routes in Türkiye provide a unique opportunity for those who wish to enjoy the country's natural beauty, history, arts and culture, food and crafts on a bike. Cycling through Türkiye’s splendid ancient cities, picturesque villages, and natural parks will provide unique experiences and memories. Furthermore, a wide range of hotels and hostels have national and international eco-labels to make your trip even more comfortable. The routes also include camping and glamping areas and bike-friendly hotels that provide bike cleaning and repair services in secure parking areas. Let’s explore some of Türkiye’s long-distance cycling routes…

15.08.2023

Experience Mythology and Nature at the ‘Aeneas Cultural Route’

Çanakkale, one of Türkiye’s most beautiful cities in the North Aegean offers visitors a range of unique experiences. This ancient city, which also inspired the world's oldest legends, is home to archaeology and cultural heritage routes that bring the magnificence of the past to the present. With its nine layers and uninterrupted 3,000-year history, the Ancient City of Troy, listed on the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage List since 1998 as one of the world's most important ancient cities, draws attention as the unique region witnessing the city's journey in history. This ancient city is also the starting point of the Aeneas Route, the first and only cultural route registered by the Council of Europe, starting from Türkiye. Starting from the archaeological sites of Troy and Antandros (Türkiye) and ending in Rome (Italy), the Aeneas Cultural Route brings together several rural landscapes, natural areas and archaeological sites, some of them well-known and inscribed in the UNESCO World Heritage list. Look closer at the Aeneas Route, which promises a long and exciting cultural adventure for modern travellers!

20.08.2023

Autumn provides options for nature lovers in and around İstanbul

Next to its rich historical heritage, vibrant culture & arts scene, and delicious cuisine, İstanbul and its surroundings offer trekking routes with stunning scenery in the autumn months. These routes, located within or near the city centre, provide many opportunities for nature-loving travellers who want to discover the colours of İstanbul and around in the fall. During your vacation, you can follow these trekking routes to find landscapes full of unique flora and animals and the forests around the city. We have compiled a list of the top trekking routes in Istanbul and its surroundings for you to enjoy a unique escape to nature.

30.08.2023

Enjoy the beautiful islands of Türkiye in the North Aegean

Gökçeada, Bozcaada and Cunda, the three beautiful islands of Turkaegean, have welcomed their guests with the riches of the Aegean for centuries. The days on the islands start with delicious Turkish breakfasts in stone houses, continue swimming at lovely beaches, and end with enjoyable dinners at amazing traditional taverns. While the tables are filled with Turkaegean’s centuries-old recipes, mezes are served first; then, the famous seafood of the islands finds their places on the table. So, which of these islands is most suitable for you? Here are some tips that we believe may help you decide...

22.08.2023

Adrenaline-pumping adventures await in the surfing spots of the Turkaegean

Turkaegean, Türkiye’s coast of happiness, is an indispensable holiday paradise for travellers in all seasons with its pristine sea and beaches, marvellous islands, bays and beautiful nature. With its deep seas and constant winds, Turkaegean is also a well-known surfing destination and is ideal for any surfing. Besides the surfing routes, the region has many facilities for amateur and professional surfers to rent equipment and surf with instructors. Let's look at the best surfing routes in Turkaegean, which offer all surfers unforgettable sea experiences.

22.08.2023

After being dormant for two millennia, the colossal Fountain of Kibyra in the "city of gladiators" is flowing again

Burdur, a city renowned for its archaeological monuments in Türkiye's Western Anatolian Region, has exciting news. After a nine-month restoration process, fresh and potable spring water is again flowing from the massive fountain in the ancient city of Kibyra, located in Burdur’s Gölhisar district. The restoration of the monumental fountain in Kibyra, the ancient city discovered in 2016 and included in the UNESCO World Heritage Tentative List that same year, took place with the support of the Ministry of Culture and Tourism and the Burdur Governorate.

09.06.2023

Autumn brings out the best of Cappadocia

Cappadocia, with its otherworldly landscape, is probably on the ‘bucket list’ of all travellers visiting Türkiye. Unique rock formations, magnificent underground cities with tens of metres of tunnels, houses carved into the rocks, churches, monasteries, one-of-a-kind hot air balloon experiences, and fantastic cave hotels make the region irresistible. When autumn months arrive, the average temperatures drop to milder levels, nature starts turning brown, and Cappadocia starts welcoming its visitors at its best. We have compiled a list of ‘must-do activities’ in Cappadocia, where you can enjoy the warmth of autumn.

08.09.2023

The Most Beautiful Dive Routes in Türkiye

Türkiye offers diving enthusiasts the opportunity to discover the traces of the past in the blue depths all year round with its different sunken spots, rich underwater fauna and flora. Along its 8,500 square kilometres of coastline, Türkiye welcomes those interested in diving tourism with the exciting experience they seek regarding underwater archaeology and nature. Moreover, diving experiences in the clear waters of Türkiye are accompanied by the ancient cities of the world's oldest civilisations, the unique cuisine of the Aegean and Mediterranean, and excellent vineyard routes.

12.09.2023

Enjoy your voyage over the bluest waters of Türkiye

It’s the most beautiful time of the year for a blue voyage, a specific sailing experience in the Aegean and Mediterranean waters of Türkiye. While admiring the Aegean and Mediterranean views from the lovely bays dotting the Turkaegean and Turkish Riviera, you can savour balmy evenings and Turkish cuisine at the ports where your boat will dock. We’ve listed the most beautiful itineraries – routes where the gentle movement of tides lulls you to sleep under the stars, and you wake up to an endless blue…

12.09.2023

The finest of the Aegean and the Mediterranean meet in Bodrum

Did you know that Muğla, located where the Mediterranean and the Aegean seas meet, is home to some of Turkey's most famous tourist spots, including Bodrum, Fethiye, Marmaris, Datça, Göcek, Ölüdeniz and Köyceğiz? With two international airports in Bodrum-Milas and Dalaman, the region charms visitors with its blue and green landscapes, antique cities, fascinating artefacts, fresh air, turquoise waters, and pristine bays. Let us embark on a brief excursion to the tourist resorts of Muğla, the province with Türkiye’s longest coastline and a popular summer holiday destination for travellers...

15.09.2023

Five reasons why you should visit Cappadocia at least once in your life

Cappadocia is one of the most attractive regions of Türkiye, attracting tourists with its breathtaking natural beauty and historical locations. This 'fairy-tale region' offers a unique experience every season with its cave hotels, colourful hot-air balloons, peculiar cultural stops, and thousands of years old viticulture and pottery-making heritage. Here are five reasons why you should not miss a trip to Cappadocia.

15.09.2023

Türkiye’s rich cheese culture captivates visitors

Turkish cuisine is impressive for its rich variety, unique delicacies, and diverse cheeses produced in different regions. The rich biodiversity generated by the climate unique to other areas of Turkey is the basis of these flavours. Due to the varying climatic conditions, milk and cheese have individual tastes and aromas in each region. Türkiye’s impressive cheese selection is revealed when combined with the various production methods. “Ezine White Cheese”, “Konya Blue Cheese”, “Erzincan Tulum Cheese”, “Kars Aged Kaşar and Gruyere”, and “Van Herby Cheese” are only a few Turkish delicacies… Let's discover Türkiye’s most famous cheese types, an essential ingredient in local cuisine.

22.09.2023