Turkey Tourism News
Breaking Travel News interview: Ali Selcuk Can, director, Turkish Culture & Tourism Office, London
Turkey has seen consistent increases in visitor numbers over the past decade, as travellers realise there is a great deal more to see outside of the wonders of Istanbul. Here Breaking Travel News sits down with Ali Selcuk Can, director, Turkish Culture & Tourism Office, London, to discuss what the organisation is doing to get its message out to consumers.
British woman shot dead in Turkey
A British woman has been shot dead in a Turkish resort, according to reports from local media. The 56 year female from North Yorkshire was residing at Dalyan resort with two family members who are also thought to have been injured in the shooting. They had been holding a birthday party at the villa, located on Turkey’s south coast.
Abdurrahman Arici, deputy minister of culture and tourism, Turkey (Turkish)
Abdurrahman Arici, deputy minister of culture and tourism, Turkey talks to Breaking Travel News at the World Travel Awards Europe Gala Ceremony 2013 at the Cornelia Diamond Golf Resort & Spa in Antalya, Turkey.
Appointments at The Turkish Culture & Tourism Office in London
The London-based Turkish Culture & Tourism Office is delighted to announce the appointment of its new Directors Dr. Aysegul Gurgezoglu and Ali Selcuk Can, who have taken up their posts for what will be a new and dynamic phase in Turkish tourism.
Tourists killed in Cappadocia balloon accident
Two tourists have been killed after two hot air balloons collided in Turkey. More than 20 people are also believed to have been injured in the accident, which happened in Cappadocia, a popular tourist destination due to its spectacular volcanic rock formations.
Turkey: Something for everyone
Turkey is a holiday destination almost designed to appeal to visitors from around the world, combining fascinating historical and archaeological sites, a delicious cuisine and an active sports scene with great weather, stunning scenery and warm hospitality.
Marti Wellness by Spa Soul opens in Istanbul
New for 2013, Marti Istanbul is excited to unveil the hottest new city spa in this vibrant city. Located on the top floor of the design hotel Marti Istanbul, ‘Marti Wellness by Spa Soul’, is a tranquil space in the buzzing city, a retreat for guests to enjoy during their stay.
Turkish Ministry of Culture and Tourism launches focus at London Book Fair
In an official opening ceremony this morning on the first day of the fair, The Minister of Culture and Tourism of The Republic of Turkey, Ömer Çelik, and the UK’s Minister for Culture, Communications and Creative Industries, Ed Vaizey, launched The London Book Fair Market Focus Turkey programme of events at Earls Court 2, stand no. U455.
Dedicated website for Turkish literature launches
A new dedicated website has just launched for Turkish literature at the 2013 London Book Fair, where it will be this year’s Market Focus country.
Turkish Culture & Tourism Office UK is event partner for first Istanbul INN London
The Turkish Culture & Tourism Office UK will be the event partner for the first-ever INN London, held on 12-15 April, which will focus exclusively on Turkey’s cultural capital of Istanbul.
Turkey set to thrill at Destinations London
Get set for adventure Turkish style at this year’s Destinations London! Head to stand E2 between 31 January and 3 February to rid those winter chills with some thrills….
Turkish tourism continues global rise
Turkey’s tourism industry continues to defy the global economic downturn, climbing one place in the UN World Tourism Organisation’s ranking of top ten most visited countries by tourist arrivals, making it now the sixth most visited country in the world. Turkey also continues to go from strength to strength as one of the most popular and affordable holiday destinations for the UK.