According to new figures released this month, the number of holiday bookings to Turkey has increased and Turkey has now beaten other favourite hotspots in terms of popularity, making it Britain’s top last minute destination at the moment.
This may be partly because of the slump in the value of the pound versus the value of the euro at the moment, hence Spain is currently more expensive than Turkey.
In an interview with the Herald, Trevor Davis, spokesperson for the Co-op said:
“This year they are finding the high euro and a shortage of availability means the normal late deals are not available.”
Turkey has definitely benefited the most from this new trend. Indeed, the number of bookings for Turkey has increased by almost a third more over the last few months.
Only recently, the Post Office reported an increase in demand for Turkish currency with the Brits. It certainly seems that Turkey is one of the ‘best value’ holiday destinations at the moment, making it ideal for last minute bargain holidays!
Pamukkale is about 13 miles (20 km) north of Denizli in Turkey, not far from the airport at Izmir. Pamukkale means ‘cotton fortress’, so named because according to legend, this is where the Titans spread out their cotton crop to dry.
Pamukkale is actually a huge white cliff beneath a volcanic plateau, from which water pours in every direction. The water appears as though milk because it is full of calcium carbonate and other minerals, which creates terraces and basins. The terraces appear completely white as the water coats everything in white mineral deposits. (more…)
Istanbul is a city rich in its architectural heritage. Through glittering mist that engulfs the city, giving it a mysterious quality, the magnificent domes and steeples give the impression of splendor to this extraordinary city. Istanbul offers a great opportunity for bargain holidays and even late holiday deals, making it a popular holiday destination.
The best way to explore this expansive city where crusaders and soldiers marched the land, is through a leisurely walk. Admire the magnificent architectural mosque that showcases Islamic devoutness; gaze at the sultan’s harem; and go shopping in the grand bazaar .The excellent hotels and spas make the city a superb choice for a luxury holiday too.
Enjoy the amazing sights :
- The majestic Tokapi Palace
- The spectacular Blue Mosque.
- The Ayah Sofya ( church of Divine Wisdom later converted into a mosque)
- St. Sophia Museum.
Istanbul Climate and Weather:
The summers are hot and humid ( June- September) , with the temperature being about 28°C . Winters are cold and wet and it often snows there.
Did You Know?
Name : Republic of Turkey
Capital : Ankara
Area: 7779,452 sq km
Language: Turkish, Kurdish, Arabic & Greek
Currency: Turkish Lira
East meets west in Eurasian Turkey. Spread over the Anatolian Peninsula into southeastern Europe, it is an amazing fusion of the two cultures.
Ottoman mosques rub shoulders with Greek temples. Sunny days spent at the sandy beaches and nights at the funky discotheques and late-night bars. Shopping for spices in the colourful bazaars or browsing stylish boutiques at European malls.
Istanbul, the largest city of Turkey, is the former capital. It is a romantic blend of the Byzantine and Ottoman Empires. This is obvious from architecture of the Sultan Ahmed Mosque or the Blue Mosque, the museum at Hagia Sophia, the Basilica Cistern, and Dolmabahçe Palace that houses exquisite artefacts and The Spice Bazaar.
Most of the beach resorts are along the southern and southwestern coast. The most famous is Antalay on the Mediterranean coast.
Ankara is the capital of Turkey and is mainly a university town. It is the gateway to Anatolia - the Land of the Rising Sun and to the Dead Sea coast. From Ankara, visitors also travel to Cappadocia where the Christians hid from the raiding Arabs. Ankara has a lot of museums and archaeological sites, including the Anit Kabir, Ataturk’s Mausoleum.
Enjoy a bargain holiday in Turkey, the land of natural beauty mingled with a ten thousand year legacy.
