The famous luxury train Orient Express has crossed many countries during this year’s journey from Paris to Istanbul, giving passengers a unique experience.
The Orient Express has started its journey in Paris, with 100 guests from different countries on board reaching the Turkish metropolis of Istanbul. The luxury train, consisting of 15 wagons, has been stopping at the Kapıkule station every year since 1998. The luxury trip of one week onboard the Venice Simplon-Orient Express takes place once a year. It allows passengers to travel to different countries in the same elegant style as during the golden years of train travel in Europe. Writer Agatha Christie and British director Alfred Hitchcock often mentioned the train in their exciting stories.
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Active Newsletter 10.2018
We wish you a great September from Alanya.... Finally the time has come, it is autumn in Alanya ... why autumn anyway? The temperatures are still about 28 degrees, but the humidity is mostly away. This makes breathing pleasant during the day and in the…
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Energy certificate now in Turkey
In many aspects it is progressing in Turkey. In Turkey, an Energy Certificate has now been introduced (Enerji kimlik belgesi). This is mandatory for new buildings that have received a building permit after 01.01.2011! Without an Energy Certificate it is no longer possible to obtain…
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Simplified naturalization Turkey
Until now, as an individual with a total investment of $ 1,000,000, it was possible to obtain Turkish citizenship. This has now been reduced to 250,000 US dollars. For business people, the investment has been reduced from $ 2,000,000 to $ 500,000. So if you,…
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Alanya Triathlon 2018
On 22 and 23 September the annual triathlon took place in Alanya, already for the 28th time. This event continues to enjoy increasing enthusiasm and many hundreds of athletes from different countries participated. Only this weekend the temperatures were quite high, so it was very…
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Motor vehicles tax / property tax 2018
All car and / or real estate owners, who so far have only paid the first part of their tax for 2018, are reminded that the second term must be paid by the end of November. Of course, our customers with a management contract need…
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Car purchase possible with Turkish tax number
In the past it was necessary to have a residence permit (Ikamet) to buy and register a car in Turkey. This is no longer necessary. For this, a Turkish tax number is sufficient, making it much easier for many foreigners living here to buy one…
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New regulations for real estate transactions of commercial companies
Recently, a law was passed whereby commercial companies are only allowed to enter into real estate contracts in Turkish Liras and no longer in another currency (dollar / euro, etc.). This is intended to strengthen the domestic currency. For non-Turkish citizens who do not live…
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Swimming fun in the middle of Alanya
Spend a great day of fun and entertainment at Aqua Park Alanya. Refresh yourself on the big slide and the various family slides, get pure adrenaline and fun. Spend a day in this great place, suitable for all ages. There is a special animation pool…
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Stammtisch
Recently we had another beautiful Stammtisch, this time at Olta Balik in Kestel. A very nice evening, where many customers met each other and exchanged information. In this wonderful atmosphere everyone was spoiled with Said's culinary treats - all enjoyed it and can hardly wait…
