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Many people who have not ventured to this part of the world before, often ask is Turkey safe for tourists? The answer is a firm yes. You do not just have to take our word for it because record-breaking visitor stats prove its popularity and safety.

Turkey Homes is proud to be one of the sponsors of this year’s Race for Life taking place in Fethiye on the 27th of October 2019. Departing from the town square in front of the culture centre at 10 a.m. this will be the fifth year of the event.

As the world’s 37th largest country with a cultural heritage and overwhelming historical timeline, Turkey has many reasons to step up to the podium for its famous places, food, souvenirs, and quirky little facts. We will list nine famous things in this article, but it is also worth knowing that there are many false misconceptions about the country.

Two words can sum up everything about Bahcesehir, and that is green living. Bahcesehir, one of 11 official neighbourhoods sitting in the Basaksehir district, receives much interest from house buyers because of its green commitment.

The Antalya region comprising the city centre and smaller coastal resorts is the second most popular holiday destination in Turkey, but also the second most popular for foreign house sales.

Anyone who wants to move to Turkey would do well to look at the lifestyle of expats in Kalkan. The resort, attracting many nationalities as a permanent overseas base, has an exclusive ambience found no-where else in the country.

It is impossible not to fall in love with the town centre of Kalkan. Despite its popularity on the tourism scene, it has avoided the loud, head-banging party atmosphere that blighted other holiday resorts around the world. It's more refined and brings a touch of class and style.

Without a doubt, health insurance is the biggest concern for foreigners living in Turkey. We all like the reassurance and comfort of knowing that in an emergency or case of major illness, insurance will cover the cost of treatment.

This article details things you need to know but procedures always change so double check with the Turkish consulate in your home country or use the services of a professional pet transportation company.

Moving to Antalya is taking a journey into one of the country’s most cosmopolitan regions, and potential expats will have a hard time deciding where to live, just because most towns and villages make foreigners feel right at home.

People who think about moving to Turkey often fall into one of two camps. The first one has no ties, no financial obligations and get on a plane to live overseas without a second thought. The second group often has many questions, hesitations and look for advice from friends and family.

Whether you like to spend your time surfing and sunning yourself, spiking your adrenalin with ‘heart in your mouth’ activities or you prefer to soak up the local culture and Turkish life, Bodrum is the perfect place to visit and live.

Offering a rich mixture of history, stunning natural scenery, natural resources like thermal springs and mud baths boost the health tourism industry, but halal tourism and medical procedures like dental treatment, hair transplants and eye laser surgery are also gaining in Arab popularity.

For many, living in Belek is about pursuing a Mediterranean Turkish dream. As part of the larger Antalya region, the town presents newcomers with long beaches, a charming choice of shops, restaurants, bars and 300 days of sunshine a year.

Alanya, on Turkey’s Mediterranean coast, is one of many expat hubs accommodating a growing number of foreigners moving to the country, and for it to be at the forefront of favourite destinations isn’t a surprise.