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    The survival advice of a couple in expatriation in Turkey

    December 12, 2022 /

    You are going to live as a couple (with or without children) in expatriation in Turkey or you are about to leave, in this country. Congratulation ! Here are some infallible tips for your couple to live the experience serenely … and survive it. Moments of joy, anger, doubt, disappointment, pride… You have understood that emotion is at the heart of expatriation. So, when this emotion is combined in the plural with all the members of the family, the situation can become complicated. If it is often said that a happy and solid family is first of all a happy and solid couple, and that this must be made up…

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    November 21, 2022

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    September 26, 2022

    The Kapalı Ҫarşı, Scents and Colours of Istanbul

    July 4, 2022
  • Life in Turkey

    How to get a Turkish SIM card?

    December 7, 2022 /

    You can buy a Turkish SIM card easily and without breaking the bank, as soon as you arrive at the airport, or in town, in one of the shops of local operators. The most economical solution, buying a prepaid card on site allows you to communicate during your stay in Turkey. Buying a Turkish SIM card when arriving The main mobile operators in Turkey are Vodafone, Turkcell, Turk telecom and Avea (which belongs to the Turk Telecom group). It will be easy to find one of their shops, in large numbers in the streets of Istanbul, and even at the airport* for those in a hurry. To do this, simply…

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    9 “must read” books about Turkey!

    September 12, 2022

    Living and Working in Istanbul

    September 1, 2022

    Is it customary to tip in Turkey and how much should you give?

    November 21, 2022
  • Life in Turkey

    The Best 14 souvenirs from Turkey

    December 5, 2022 /

    Looking to buy souvenirs from Turkey ? Do you want to take a souvenir or a gift home with you? I have narrowed down 14 ideal souvenirs from Turkey. At the end of the post, you can decide and place your vote for the best souvenir. You can find most of these souvenirs from Turkey in any one of the Turkish bazaars. One is held at least every week in the tourist resort areas. The best way to find out about market days is by asking the staff at your hotel. If you don’t want to, or can’t wait for the bazaar day, that’s not a problem. There will surely…

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    The Maiden’s Tower in Istanbul, Mysterious and Enigmatic

    October 24, 2022

    Turkish holidays: The dates, Meaning and Shop hours)

    October 3, 2022

    Can, Sinem and Leyla; do you know the meanings of Turkish names?

    December 1, 2022
  • Life in Turkey

    Can, Sinem and Leyla; do you know the meanings of Turkish names?

    December 1, 2022 /

    I am sure that by now each of you knows at least one Turkish name …. I try to guess? Can? Sinem? Leyla? But do you know the meaning of Turkish names? Some Turkish names have struck the romantic hearts of Italians this summer. The phenomenon of our Turkish TV series has helped people discover our beautiful names. The name Can means life or soul. It is pronounced “Gian” and is very common in Turkey. In fact, we often address loved ones by saying “canım”, which literally means my life, but in everyday context, it is understood as my dear. Sanem on the other hand means idol or beautiful woman.…

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    November 28, 2022

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    June 27, 2022

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