Summer months are the most popular, but also the hottest, for most European destinations. If you want to spend time at the beach while in Turkey, the summer months are ideal. For those looking to visit Turkey for sightseeing, the months of March and October are ideal for pleasant temperatures and sightseeing at all of the top attractions.

In Turkey, there are numerous modes of transportation available, including buses, taxis, trams, and the metro. Many clients prefer to travel by domestic flight from one city to the next because it is both time efficient and cost effective.

Turkey is an excellent family vacation destination. It has many beautiful beaches and tours that are suitable for families. There are many child-friendly beach resorts in Turkey for families visiting for a beach vacation. There are many child-friendly tour options for those looking to visit for sightseeing purposes, including visits to palaces, castles, labyrinths, and, of course, the world-renowned hot air balloon flights.

To enter Turkey, the majority of foreign visitors must have a valid passport. Meanwhile, citizens of the following European countries are permitted to enter Turkey with their national IDs and do not require a visa: Germany, Belgium, France, Georgia, the Netherlands, Spain, Switzerland, Italy, the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus, Liechtenstein, Luxemburg, Malta, Portugal, Ukraine, and Greece.

Different climates can be found throughout Turkey, depending on the season and whether you travel to the coast or inland. In general, the interior has a continental climate system, which means cold winters and dry summers. Meanwhile, along the southern shores, winters are mild and rainy, and summers are hot and humid. As a result, you should pack appropriately depending on the season, the destinations you’ll be visiting, and the length of your trip. In any case, try to pack light so you can move around comfortably and have room in your luggage to buy Turkish handicrafts or souvenirs.

Turkey’s official currency is the Turkish Lira, abbreviated as TL, TRL, or TRY. The exchange rate against foreign currencies is determined by international currency fluctuations and global economic conditions. Foreign currency may be accepted in hotels, tourist shops, and some tourist estaurants, but for the rest, you’ll need Turkish Lira. If you bring US dollars, Euros, or British pounds, you can exchange them for TL at any exchange office, bank, or major hotel. The best conversion rates are available at the city centre exchange offices. You can also use your credit card at many restaurants, shops, hotels, museums, and other locations.

For relatively small problems you can contact the police, such as car accidents (but no injuries nor death), small crimes such as pickpocketing, over-pricing of service, lost passport etc. and file a report. In case of a big trouble, such as with the Law or with law enforcements, it’s advised to contact your Embassy and maybe consult a lawyer. For medical emergencies, injuries or ambulance, you can call 112. For police, call 155