Alanya had a 30% increase in visitor numbers in the first quarter of 2019 and a 50% increase in German visitors between January and April. This is mainly due to the good connections with Gazipasa Airport. From Alanya-Gazipaşa Airport (GZP) there are different connections to Germany and to different cities in Turkey.
The president of the Association of Tourist Hoteliers in the Mediterranean announces that 3 million German tourists are expected this year in Antalya. “If the season continues like this, the number of visitors will increase by 15-20%. Our stated target is 16 million. However, we would like to see more European tourists coming to Turkey […]
The tax exemption for online purchases abroad has been lifted. In the near future, all shipments arriving by mail or freight, regardless of their value, will be subject to taxes of 18-20%. The decision should take effect shortly, according to “haber.doviz.com” portal. The time limit for mobile phones that are imported and registered from abroad, […]
The ferry service to Northern Cyprus starts on 02.06.2019 and the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus will be more accessible in the future. In addition to the ferry from Tasucu (near Anamur) to Girne, there should now be a fast ferry service to and from Alanya. The ferry company has ordered two new catamarans, one […]
This season there will be many sporting events in Alanya. The triathlons will be held in Alanya at the beginning of October. A little earlier, on 23 September, cycling for women is organized. From 11-13 October, Alanya Biker Festival will take place. The 2019 season in Alanya therefore promises to be intense. In addition to […]
According to Greenpeace, Turkey would meet the energy needs of 35,000 households with green energy from solar energy with its 18 football stadiums, visited by thousands of people every week. The first division club Antalyaspor is one of the few clubs that is active in the production and sale of solar energy. Their stadium, which […]
In order to offer real estate buyers more certainty in their guidance by real estate agents, according to the TTPP – The Association of Turkish Real Estate Experts, real estate agents must take exams and receive a certificate of real estate expertise in Alanya, if successful. According to the new real estate law in Turkey, […]
The time has finally come… Alanya has never experienced such a rainy season as this year. Of course it did our dear nature good. It is therefore possible that the orange trees are spreading their wonderful scent everywhere. That means that spring has begun! The flowers are ready for the guests… Many who have a […]
The regional elections throughout Turkey have been successfully completed. “Adem Murat Yücel” remains mayor of Alanya. He received 58.6 percent of the votes and will therefore remain in office for another five years. His opponent of the IYI party received almost 37 percent of the votes. Adem Murat Yücel has been the mayor of Alanya […]
The fasting month of Ramadan is the most important month of the year, the sultan of the 12 months. Depending on the year, the fasting month of Ramadan lasts 29 or even 30 days. In 2019 it starts on 6 May and ends on 3 June. The duration of the fasting month depends on the […]