Renting in Istanbul 2026: The Expat Guide to Leases & Zones
Finding an apartment in Istanbul is a combat sport. With the 25% rent cap abolished and over 1,000...
Cities
Explore Cities with 27 detailed guides. Attractions, neighborhoods, local tips, and everything this Turkish destination offers.
Kocaeli: Istanbul’s Industrial Engine & Green Escape (2026 Guide)
Most travelers bypass Kocaeli, but they are missing Turkey's industrial heart and best kept nature secret. Just 45...
Legalization of Foreign Documents in Turkey: Complete Guide
You can rent an apartment, open a bank account, and even negotiate a salary in Turkey without much...
Istanbul Technical University: A Complete Guide
Few universities in the world can say they have been training engineers since the Ottoman era. Istanbul Technical...
Economy
Turkey Public Holidays 2026 | National & Religious Days Guide
Turkey's 2026 holiday calendar brings strategic long weekends and major religious festivals that pause daily life. Here is...
Economy
Notary Public in Turkey: 2026 Fees, Process & Insider Expat Tips
If you live in Turkey, the Notary (Noter) is more powerful than any court. From buying a car...
Grocery Shopping in Turkey: 2026 Insider Guide to Prices & Supermarkets
Shopping in Turkey has changed. With inflation constantly shifting the goalposts, you can't just walk into any store...
State High Schools in Turkey: Your Strategic Guide for 2026
The Turkish high school system is ruthless and complex. From the elite Science High Schools (Fen Liseleri) to...
Butchers in Turkey: The 2026 Guide to Prices, Cuts & Avoiding Scams
Walking into a Turkish butcher shop (Kasap) used to be a simple daily errand; now, it requires strategy....
Kütahya: The City of Tiles & Thermal Springs An Insider’s Guide
Kütahya is often overlooked by travelers rushing to the Aegean coast, but that's a mistake. Known as the...
A list of English-speaking doctors in Istanbul
Many foreigners who live in Turkey or visit the country for tourism experience enormous difficulties when interacting with...
Culture
Yunus Emre: The Mystic Who Made Turkish the Language of Love
While Anatolia burned under Mongol invasions, Yunus Emre chose the pen over the sword. This is the story...