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| Subject | Date Asked |
| Turkey to Greece | 8/29/2011 |
| Q: I am planning to go to Turkey the last week in September and continue through to Greece. I have ... A: Sandi, You should have no problems at all as a woman traveling alone in Turkey. I suggest 4-5 days ... | |
| starting a business in turkey | 7/21/2011 |
| Q: I wondered if you could give me some advise about starting a business in Turkey. Myself and husband ... A: Liz, It would be useful to know the nature of the business you intend to start, as this will make a ... | |
| Question | 7/19/2011 |
| Q: I got my Turkish visa from the United States with permission to stay in the country for 60 days. The ... A: Christine - this is not my area of expertise, but if you have exceeded your 72 hour extension, you ... | |
| Gulet Charter & Mileage Estimate | 6/19/2011 |
| Q: We will be in your area in October of 2011 and are interested in a day charter. Can you send ... A: We do offer day charters on either our gulets with prices depending on the level of comfort and ... | |
| Gulet business prospects | 6/7/2011 |
| Q: I'm thinking of buying a Gulet and then chartering in the Turkish market. Having read your responses ... A: Give us a few days as we're manic here with charters at the moment and we'll give you a call. I've ... | |
| Sailing in Turkey | 4/19/2011 |
| Q: I'm a foreigner who has been living in Marmaris for two years and have been thinking about owning a ... A: You do not need a license to own a boat in Turkey, though it might be useful to acquire some ... | |
| How hot is July? | 4/18/2011 |
| Q: My friend wants me to tag along to Bodrum in July. I live in Dubai, and it goes up to 40 degrees ... A: Sana, Bodrum can be quite hot in July, especially in the town itself. If you base yourself out on ... | |
| work premit | 2/26/2011 |
| Q: i like if need a work permit to work there thank you for your help nelson mejia A: Yes you will need a work permit to work legally in Turkey, and these are not easy to obtain, nore ... | |
| First time visit+Honeymoon in Turkey | 2/17/2011 |
| Q: How are you? We're from NY, traveling on our first trip to Turkey for our honeymoon. Only have 6-7 ... A: You'll be covering quite a bit of ground during your honeymoon. While it all comes down to your ... | |
| Bodrum High Schools | 2/10/2011 |
| Q: We wondered if any of the Bodrum High schools teach mainly in English? And if so, what age do they ... A: Kathy, High school in Bodrum starts at grade 9 or age 14/15. The reason for including age 15 is ... | |
| international school in Bodrum | 1/20/2011 |
| Q: We are looking into moving to Bodrum in the near future.Can you give us some information about the ... A: It sounds like an exciting time in your life to be considering a move to Bodrum. We have a ... | |
| Journey to turkey | 10/25/2010 |
| Q: I'm going to visit Turkey on the 16th of Novemeber and I'd like to knoow where can I buy elegent ... A: I'm not an expert about Istanbul but I suggest that you visit a website called www.tripadvisor.com ... | |
| advice re starting up business running daily boat trips around Bodrum Penisula | 10/21/2010 |
| Q: I'm wondering if you would be kind enough to point me in the right direction to where I can find out ... A: You do not need a residence permit to open a bank account. What you will need is a tax number which ... | |
| Visit to Bodrum | 9/23/2010 |
| Q: I plan to visit Bodrum and I wanted to know what would be the best time for the visit, and I would ... A: Anytime between April and November are ideal to visit Bodrum, though July and August can be very hot ... | |
| driving in Turkey | 9/15/2010 |
| Q: Are there any dangers associated with 2 women, mid 50's(very fit, and active) driving a rental ... A: There are no dangers for 2 women to drive from Istanbul down the coast bearing in mind that the ... | |
| travelling to turkey with kids | 8/2/2010 |
| Q: we are thinking of visiting turkey end Sep/ beginning Oct of this year, we would be travelling with ... A: Turkey is a fantastic destination for families and the end of September or beginning of October are ... | |
| Sea from bodrum to antalya | 7/8/2010 |
| Q: we are 3 friends that this summer stay on vacation in turkey. we arrive in the south ... A: Please check the bus timetable at http://www.pamukkale.com.tr/ but rest assured there are always ... | |
| moving to turkey | 5/8/2010 |
| Q: I'm mohammad 24 yrs old, and i have bachelor's degree in international relation. I'm Iranian and i ... A: In order to work legally in Turkey you will need to have a work permit. This ia not easy to obtain ... | |
| Enquiry | 4/8/2010 |
| Q: I would like to visit Mugla University ,Dalaman Turkey. My plane is up to Istanbul. I would like to ... A: It will be difficult to use rail to go from Istanbul to Dalaman. You would be much better off with ... | |
| Teaching English in Bodrum and Work Visa | 4/5/2010 |
| Q: I am going to Turkey to hopefully work in an englsh language school for the summer (if my interview ... A: You will indeed need a work permit to work legally in Turkey as a teacher and yes, the procedure is ... | |
| gulet | 1/6/2010 |
| Q: we are in club dedeman in Bodrum from 15 may to 21 May, can you organize a one day gulet cruize ... A: We most certainly would be able to organize a 1 day gulet charter for you during your visit. ... | |
| own business in turkey | 11/26/2009 |
| Q: I hope you will help me with this. I would like to open my own shop in Alanya. I was thinking of ... A: It is indeed not easy to run a successful business without excellent local knowledge. ... | |
| inquiry | 11/8/2009 |
| Q: do i still need a VISA if I will go to Turkey and spend only a week?? not less than 21 days?? im ... A: Yes, you still need a Visa to enter Turkey, even if it's only for a day! Here is the relevant ... | |
| Work in Turkey | 10/15/2009 |
| Q: I am looking to come out and work in the Bodrum area next year. I have worked in my current role as ... A: Foreigners are not permitted to work legally in Turkey without an official work permit and these are ... | |
| Moving to Turkey / Marmaris | 10/3/2009 |
| Q: I am trying to find out for mum if it would be easyier to move to turkey if she is married or ... A: You have asked some important questions. May I suggest that for full information, you check out the ... | |
| love turkey | 9/24/2009 |
| Q: i got back from turkey three days and uits all i have thought about since i have been home, i loved ... A: Welcome to the 'Bitten by the Turkish Bug' club. Turkey offers a beautiful Mediterranean lifestyle ... | |
| Question about setting up a Dutch bar in Bodrum / Gumbet | 9/23/2009 |
| Q: I am a 32 year old dutchy and I am planning to open a Dutch bar in the Bodrum or Gumbet area with ... A: I won't charge you for the marketing plan. In three words, Don't Do It. When even local shop ... | |
| Attending wedding in Turkey with kids | 5/26/2009 |
| Q: We have been invited to a wedding in Turkey between our American/Turkish friends. We are trying to ... A: Weddings in Turkey are traditionally family affairs, and in many of the weddings not only are ... | |
| gulet cruise | 4/30/2009 |
| Q: Can you please suggest the best way to organise a cruise around the Islands and coastal region for 8 ... A: Yes, we do have a problem with our website at the moment and our webmaster is trying to sort the ... | |
| Holidays in Turkey | 4/24/2009 |
| Q: I am going on holiday to Bodrum for a week but I have never been before. I am looking to work out ... A: If you are staying all-inclusive, you will not need a large budget, though you should be careful of ... | |
| gulet cruise | 4/22/2009 |
| Q: Can you please suggest the best way to organise a cruise around the Islands and coastal region for 8 ... A: I wouldn't suggest organizing a Blue Cruise upon arrival to Turkey, as all of the reputable boats ... | |
| Gallipoli | 3/28/2009 |
| Q: I plan to spend two weeks studying ANZAC history in and around the Gallipoli Peninsula. Can you tell ... A: You'll have full GSM reception in the entire Gallipoli area. Turkish telecommunications is one of ... | |
| Driving in Turkey | 3/21/2009 |
| Q: I am going to Turkey for 2 weeks and i have a German friend who lives there. I want to use his car ... A: Even though your friend already has full comprehensive insurance on their private car, I would ... | |
| Job | 12/6/2008 |
| Q: I don't now how is it going with nurseries in Bodrum or with child care.Can you please tell me ... A: I am not familiar with the requirements to teach as a foreigner in Turkey for small, private ... | |
| Turkey for a minimum of 3 month | 10/29/2008 |
| Q: i know you probably get these questions alot but i thought i might be able to relate to you the most ... A: Gee - how did I manage to state my age in my profile! If you plan to stay in Turkey, the three ... | |
| request | 10/8/2008 |
| Q: I'm Shiva, 21 years old from Iran. I wanted to come and study in turkey. I know English, Persian and ... A: In order to work legally in Turkey, you will need a work permit. You can check the requirements at ... | |
| Boating in Turkey | 9/19/2008 |
| Q: We are a group of 4/5 couples ages 50-65 years and we take a holiday together every year. For next ... A: The Aegean coastline of Turkey is one of the most stunning in the world and full of beautiful ... | |
| going to Bodrume Princess Delux hotel | 9/2/2008 |
| Q: I'm from AUS I will arrive at IZMIR airport at 9:30 am 10th and I want to go to Boudrum Princess ... A: The last time I took HAVAS it was 18 YTL per person and I expect it hasn't changed since that. From ... | |
| turkey and travel AND FOOD | 9/1/2008 |
| Q: we are arriving in istanbul on 9/21 and staying through 9/27 then on to mykonos & santorini in ... A: As we don't live in Istanbul, I regret that I don't have any personal food suggestions for the city. ... | |
| going to Bodrume Princess Delux hotel | 9/1/2008 |
| Q: I'm from AUS I will arrive at IZMIR airport at 9:30 am 10th and I want to go to Boudrum Princess ... A: Depending on your arrival times, you could take the subsidized HAVAS bus from the airport to the ... | |
| Boats and food | 8/17/2008 |
| Q: I am an Australian female about to holiday on the Turkish Coast and will be in Bodrum for about a ... A: Nice to meet other women who also have interests as diverse as Turkish cooking and wooden boats! ... | |
| living in Turkey | 8/15/2008 |
| Q: I enjoyed your profile :) well I have a bachelor in Intl business (concentration in Europe) and ... A: How exciting for you to be moving to Turkey and beginning your career here! Yes, you can most ... | |
| Owning a business in Turkey | 8/15/2008 |
| Q: I am planning to buy a Limited Company in Turkey which includes a bar. I know that I no longer need ... A: Please understand that I am not a legal expert on your question. From my understanding of the ... | |
| schools in Altinkum | 8/10/2008 |
| Q: My partner has bought an apartment in Altinkum and we love it over there so much that we are ... A: The immediate answer which popped into my head as I read your question is to most definitely go for ... | |
| Buying a Gulet | 8/4/2008 |
| Q: Good evening Dina, I wondered could you give me a bit of expert advice. I work for a private sailing ... A: Apologies for the delay in getting back to you. We have now wrapped up the Sydney Boat Show and ... | |
| relaxed holiday on the coast, not too far from istanbul | 7/28/2008 |
| Q: we're a family of four (our boys are 8 and 6), planning to go for a holiday in Turkey -- especially ... A: Try looking at holiday resorts in Cesme (close to Izmir), Bodrum and Fethiye. It's probably best to ... | |
| Accommodation Turkey | 7/8/2008 |
| Q: We will be visiting Turkey in October this year. From Goreme we are travelling by rental car to Kas ... A: Murat Ozguc (a fellow expert on this website under Turkey) is probably better suited to assist you ... | |
| Currency | 7/7/2008 |
| Q: I am going to Bodrum for 2 weeks next saturday. Should we bring Euros or Lira? If we take money from ... A: Bring Euros and change them once you get here for a better rate. Some ATM machines only give you ... | |
| education | 6/18/2008 |
| Q: We are planning to move to bitez so are there any school either interational or state schools in ... A: There aren't any schools on the Bodrum peninsula teaching solely in English. Most foreigners living ... | |
| Education | 6/10/2008 |
| Q: I wanted to ask you about primary education in the Bodrum area. My son is 5 this year and I ahve ... A: I wish I could guide you to some suggested schools with excellent primary school education, but ... | |
| cost of living | 6/3/2008 |
| Q: We are thinking of taking a job in Izmir and are concern with the cost of living. Like you, it ... A: A lot of your decision will need to take into consideration where in Izmir you will be ... | |
| Bodrum Bus service | 6/1/2008 |
| Q: We are coming to Bodrum on the 10th of June for several weeks. Near the end of our trip we want to ... A: I know it's in Turkish but try going to http://www.pamukkaleturizm.com.tr/ and click on `sefer saat ... | |
| Moving to Bodrum area | 5/23/2008 |
| Q: My wife, Olga, and I want to move to the Bodrum area next month with a view to living and working ... A: I hope I can be of assistance to you. May I initially suggest trying the following persons for real ... | |
| going there | 5/8/2008 |
| Q: i am 28 years and i am a doctor i wanna know how hard would be get a owrk permition there, i am ... A: It is not very easy to obtain work permission in Turkey. You must have a work permit which is ... | |
| Visiting Turkey and Greek islands | 4/27/2008 |
| Q: my name is Roberto and im going to Turkey in July, im planning stay in Istambul and also visit Troy ... A: I believe that you do not need a guide for Istanbul. A good guide book and some advance internet ... | |
| Female entrepreneur in turkey | 3/18/2008 |
| Q: I am 33 year old independant consultant, currently working in Istanbul for a 3 months project (I am ... A: May I please initially refer you to the www.mymerhaba.com website for all of the details involved ... | |
| Ferry service | 3/6/2008 |
| Q: I will be in a tour of Turkey from Sept. 29th to Oct. 11th. Since the tour ends in Kusadasi, I ... A: Please take a look at our website www.southerncrossbluecruising.com under `practical information` ... | |
| Relocating to Turkey | 2/24/2008 |
| Q: I am looking to relocate to the Bodrum area, I hav a 4 yr old and a 10 yr old. I hve looked into the ... A: Public education in Turkey at the elementary school level is quite good and has improved greatly in ... | |
| how much money should i take to turkey | 2/4/2008 |
| Q: how much money should i take to turkey for a two week holiday with my girlfriend. we plan too go out ... A: How much money to bring to Turkey! How long is a piece of string? Prices in Istanbul are the same ... | |
| School Project on Turkish Architecture | 2/3/2008 |
| Q: Do you know of a website that has pictures of traditional Turkish architecture? I am a University ... A: Turkish architecture is so diverse, that it is very difficult to answer your question accurately. ... | |
| Travel to Turkey/Greece | 2/2/2008 |
| Q: My husband and I are visiting a friend in Istanbul May 14th and then have 10 days to spend ... A: A couple of suggestions for you: After Istanbul, you can fly or drive to Izmir and visit Ephesus, ... | |
| running a Gulet biss | 2/1/2008 |
| Q: I am a UK national & I wish to explore the possibility of moving to Turkey with a view to starting a ... A: It sounds like you're prepared to emark on quite an adventure. I've been in both gulet sales and ... | |
| citizenship | 1/26/2008 |
| Q: Can you please advise if there is an internet site or any other place we could obtain the ... A: While I do not have the exact exam, I do know from people who have taken it that it is not ... | |
| local schools in bodrum | 12/24/2007 |
| Q: i hope you can help me, we will be moving to bodrum in the summer and im tryiong to find out about ... A: I regret that I was unable to find a website for the Patika nursery school, which is Dutch run. I ... | |
| local schools in bodrum | 12/20/2007 |
| Q: i hope you can help me, we will be moving to bodrum in the summer and im tryiong to find out about ... A: Apologies for the delay in answering your question, as the local Bayram holidays have just ended in ... | |
| Job Info | 11/29/2007 |
| Q: I am currently working in an investment bank in NYC and would like to move down to Bodrum area. My ... A: I understand that what I say may not be what you wish to hear, but not only is the real estate ... | |
| Marmaris | 11/12/2007 |
| Q: I hope you dont mind my question - you seemed the closest person to help me.. I'm thinking of coming ... A: Alas, it will be fairly difficult to arrange work in Turkey prior to your arrival, and as you have ... | |
| Business in turkey | 11/6/2007 |
| Q: I am due to go back to gumbet in January to invest in a half share of gulet with my turkish fiance ... A: Because there are so many unknowns to you with your intended investment, why not spend a season in ... | |
| Business in turkey | 11/5/2007 |
| Q: I am due to go back to gumbet in January to invest in a half share of gulet with my turkish fiance ... A: Without being too brusque, I do feel the need to warn you that the scenario you have described has ... | |
| Moving to Turkey Bodrum | 10/22/2007 |
| Q: Dina Street, Actually i have so many questions and it would be so nice to ask you all of them, but i ... A: It is not very easy to find a legal job in Turkey as a foreign resident, because there are so many ... | |
| Starting Off In Turkey | 9/28/2007 |
| Q: My husband and I are IT professionals with our own small business. We work from home and so have the ... A: You have asked some very in depth questions indeed, and I hope that I can assist you in some manner. ... | |
| Looking for company friends | 9/25/2007 |
| Q: I am going to Istanbul from 14th to 19th October with a girl friend. I am asking where we can meet ... A: It will be rather easy to meet people in Istanbul, especially in the vicinity of Sultanahmet where ... | |
| working in gumbet | 9/20/2007 |
| Q: i recently enjoyed a week holiday to gumbet, i want to work and live there next season. would i be ... A: Turkey has rather strict labor laws which are increasingly enforced, especially in touristic ... | |
| moving to bodrum | 9/16/2007 |
| Q: My wife, daughter and I are seriously thinking about moving to Bodrum Turkey. My wife is Turkish ... A: There are many people who live very happily in Bodrum all year around and who send their children to ... | |
| jobs in Turkey | 9/3/2007 |
| Q: my Name is Yahya 35 y.o. Lebanese national married to a turkish lady and living in Kuwait.I am ... A: While I cannot assist you with specific companies and procedures, I would like to direct you to ... | |
| relocating | 8/30/2007 |
| Q: I have seen your question and answer from the American couple looking to relocate in either Bodrum ... A: Alas, it is indeed the case that there aren't schools which teach exclusively in English in Bodrum, ... | |
| moving to bodrum with 2 young children | 8/28/2007 |
| Q: i plan to make the move to Bodrum mid next year. i would just like to ask advice on how to find ... A: The best way to find a nanny is to subscribe (for a very nominal fee) to the local electronic ... | |
| SCHOOLS IN GUMBET/BODRUM | 8/20/2007 |
| Q: I wonder if you would be so kind to help me, I am moving to Bodrum and will be working in Gumbet ... A: Corinne, There are quite a few schools in Gumbet and in Bodrum. I regret that I also do not know ... | |
| Visiting Istanbul | 8/20/2007 |
| Q: My wife and I will be visiting Istanbul around September 9th. What should we plan on wearing while ... A: It will still be very warm in September, so you could plan on wearing loose, comfortable clothes ... | |
| Jobs and Education | 8/16/2007 |
| Q: Merhaba, Me and my family are seriously considering moving to Turkey. I would like some information ... A: The Marmara College is very good for elementary education K-5. After that, the studious kids tend ... | |
| Ferry from Mykonos to Bodrum | 7/25/2007 |
| Q: this is Alan from Los Angeles. we are planning to come to Mykonos in late august and then travel to ... A: I apologize for the delay in returning to you, as I was away. There aren't direct ferryboats from ... | |
| Businesses/Cost of Living | 7/23/2007 |
| Q: and this surprised me based on the prices of housing I've been researching. You said it is more ... A: I regret the delay in getting back to you, as I was out of town. I know so very little about ... | |
| how can i live in turkey | 7/23/2007 |
| Q: thank you A: As with emigrating to and living in any other country, there are many legal requirements involved. ... | |
| toefl | 7/6/2007 |
| Q: i am 21yrs old and have a small family . i am looking to move to turkey very soon and set up home ... A: I am not up to date on what the procedure is to obtain the credentials for obtaining a TOEFL ... | |
| bodrum Good for party? | 6/26/2007 |
| Q: My boyfriend and I are thinking about going to bodrum for a few days in july. It will be the end of ... A: Yes, Bodrum can certainly be a jump jiving, happening place with glitzy nightclubs and very late ... | |
| job | 6/14/2007 |
| Q: Me and a friend are going to Turkey to find work for the summer how much money will we get paided if ... A: As it seems you will be working illegally in Turkey, what you are paid (and if you do get paid) will ... | |
| danger of terrorism | 6/12/2007 |
| Q: I was planning a trip with my 11 year old daughter in July, and then read about the bombing in ... A: I do stand by my reply and my opinion, which is that unfortunately, terrorism has become rather ... | |
| danger of terrorism | 6/11/2007 |
| Q: I was planning a trip with my 11 year old daughter in July, and then read about the bombing in ... A: I also have an eleven year old daughter, and having just returned from a brief trip to Los Angeles, ... | |
| Gulet Business | 5/21/2007 |
| Q: I am a UK national & I wish to explore the possibility of moving to Turkey with a view to starting a ... A: There are several persons who have done what you have described, namely bought a Turkish gulet and ... | |
| nurseries in bodrum | 5/17/2007 |
| Q: I'm looking for a good and big nurseries in Bodrum. Could you please send me the list of them.It's ... A: There are several preschools/nurseries in Bodrum, but far and away the best is PATIKA in Ortakent. I ... | |
| Working in Bodrum | 4/28/2007 |
| Q: My name is Gerrit, I'm a Belgian native who has been in Ireland for nearly three years now. I am now ... A: May I first direct you to the www.mymerhaba.com website? There you will find all of the technical ... | |
| cruises from Bodrum | 4/11/2007 |
| Q: My family and I will be in Rhodes for a week sept 1-8. After that we wanted to take the fast boat to ... A: Sorry for the delay in getting back to you. May I first redirect you to our website at ... | |
| Renting motorcycle in Turkey? | 3/5/2007 |
| Q: dear all: i'd like to ride a motorcycle from Istambul to Isfahan. i'd have to rent one in turkey. ... A: Whilst I am not very knowledgeable about biking in Turkey or the procedures of entering and exiting ... | |
| turkey | 2/9/2007 |
| Q: please could you tell me procedures i would need to follow if i bought a property in turkey and ... A: May I redirect you to the www.mymerhaba.com website as well as www.bodrum-consulting.com for all of ... | |
| IZMIR - Cost of life | 11/10/2006 |
| Q: I'm a recently graduated girl and was offered a traineeship in Izmir. I would like to know if the ... A: It remains a fact that living in Turkey is far more expensive than most people anticipate. It now ... | |
| Gulets | 11/2/2006 |
| Q: I have been very impressed with the how well the typical Gulet design fits our needs here in the ... A: Patron, I am the manager of Zephyria Yachting in Bodrum, Turkey. We are a builder of gulets, and ... | |
| nursery | 10/31/2006 |
| Q: Please could you tell me where I could find the rules and regautions that need to be followed when ... A: I suggest you get in touch directly with Annette Ertan of Bodrum Consulting, who specializes in ... | |
| yellow pages for bodrum? | 10/26/2006 |
| Q: Is there such a thing as a type of directory/yellow pages on-line for Bodrum--in English? I am ... A: Please try www.bodrum-bodrum.com as the main yellow pages directory. Alternatively, you can contact ... | |
| Teaching. | 10/25/2006 |
| Q: I was wondering if you could maybe forward me the addresses or tell me how I could find the ... A: Please try the www.bodrum-bodrum.com and www.mymerhaba.com websites. Unfortunately, most of the ... | |
| Moving to Turkey | 10/16/2006 |
| Q: I hope my question isn't too off topic for you... My situation: I'm about to get my MA at DePaul ... A: The best resource for expats relocating to Turkey is www.mymerhaba.com. This website should contain ... | |
| health care | 9/25/2006 |
| Q: my wife is turkish i own land in bodrum i seee how beautiful the place is. is health care going to ... A: Actually, there is an active national health care system already in place in Turkey. Employers pay ... | |
| setting up a complementary therapy business | 9/13/2006 |
| Q: I am currently considering moving to the yalikavak area with my husband and 2 children (aged 5 and ... A: As to your first question regarding demand for a day spa, I think there might be demand for these ... | |
| Moving to Turkey | 9/4/2006 |
| Q: I am a 28 year old woman with a six year old daughter and I am considering transferring to Turkey. ... A: I regret that I am also not familiar with the process for foreign lawyers to work in Turkey. ... | |
| moving to turkey | 8/17/2006 |
| Q: My husband has been working on starting a business in Turkey with a turkish partner, but it is now ... A: I think it would be a wonderful idea for you to expose your daughter to Turkey and Turkish at an age ... | |
| jobs in turkey | 8/17/2006 |
| Q: i live in manchester in the uk. i was wondering if you could help me. I am training to get a health ... A: It is very difficult for foreigners to work leagally in Turkey. You will need a work permit which ... | |
| schools in bodrum | 8/9/2006 |
| Q: Myself and my family are thinking of buying a business in Gumbet and are concerned about schools for ... A: There is a dearth of good schools in Bodrum. The Turkish school system is largely based upon ... | |
| living and working in bodrum | 7/18/2006 |
| Q: I am thinkg of coming to Bodrum for the winter. I would like to rent a turkish house/flat long term ... A: The best all around website about relocating to Turkey is www.mymerhaba.com. From there you can ... | |
| Schools | 7/18/2006 |
| Q: We are looking to move to the bodrum area for Sept 2007. We have four boys to bring with us aged ... A: The website for Marmara College Bodrum is http://www.mek.k12.tr/index.aspx but the fact that it's ... | |
| working in Turkey | 7/17/2006 |
| Q: I am hoping to go out to Turkey next year after I qualify as a nail Technician and open up a Salan ... A: It is extremely difficult for foreigners to work legally in Turkey. You need a work permit, and to ... | |
| Turkey and Med expert needed | 7/17/2006 |
| Q: I am working with an entertainment and marketing company, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, that is ... A: Our product is an intimate and relaxing cruise aboard very comfortable wooden yachts in the Aegean ... | |
| living in bodrum | 6/1/2006 |
| Q: i am hoping to emigrate to the bodrum area but have no idea of how to go about it please help thanx ... A: For all the basic information about moving to Turkey, please go to the www.mymerhaba.com website. ... | |
| Owning A Gulet | 5/31/2006 |
| Q: Reference Z-0020 Hi Dina (again) Very very sorry to be a pain but you understand the ... A: I can send you some cost breakdowns we prepared for a client of ours, but they are a word attachment ... | |
| Owning A Gulet | 5/30/2006 |
| Q: I have just come back from Bodrum (have visited twice) and am interested in finding out about what ... A: Welcome to those of us who have been bitten by the Bodrum bug and finding a way to live here... I ... | |
| Move to Turkiye | 5/24/2006 |
| Q: not sure how I came upon your name, but I am so happy I did. I live in Alaska, USA. I love TUrkiye ... A: What a brave and inspiring move you are contemplating. What brought you to Turkey in the first ... | |
| cruise from Bodrum | 5/19/2006 |
| Q: Dina--my wife,Linda, is a cousin of Fred Van Doorninck's and we are planning to visit Fred during ... A: It's very nice to hear from you via Fred Bey. It will probably be easier to communicate directly via ... | |
| Working and Living in Bodrum | 4/14/2006 |
| Q: I am a 38 year old, Australian female and have a strong desire to live in Bodrum for about six ... A: There are so many of us who have had a similar experience to yours, and made a life here in Bodrum ... | |
| Rezidence in Bodrum | 3/25/2006 |
| Q: My husband and I are americans and seriously thinking about relocating to either Antalya or Bodrum. ... A: Bodrum has an eclectic, all year around international (as well as Turkish) community. There are ... | |
| information about moving from the united kingdom to turkey | 3/14/2006 |
| Q: when his military has finished i want to move over there but i no its not as easy as that. could you ... A: It's quite a big step for you to take to move to Turkey, but it can be done. You can initially come ... | |
| Istanbul, Turkish Coast Late June | 3/9/2006 |
| Q: To: Dina From: Terry Casey in Columbus, Ohio Will be doing in June . . . BOTH . . . our first ... A: Sounds like a great trip planned. Seabourne is apparently awesome. I'm not very good with details ... | |
| Work permits | 2/17/2006 |
| Q: I am a 27 year old female from England. I have been to Bodrum on holiday several times over the ... A: Sorry for the delay in answering your question. It used to be (not so long ago) that men and women ... | |
| Job Offer/Relocation to Istanbul from Middle East | 1/25/2006 |
| Q: I came across you while doing a search on Istanbul. Currently working in Dubai im communications ... A: I do not live in Istanbul, so I am probably not the best candidate for your questions. However, ... | |
| Information | 10/4/2005 |
| Q: Dina: My daughter is in the third grade here in El Paso, Illinois. Each year the school does an ... A: I apologize for the delay in answering your question, but a proper reply required a bit of time for ... | |
| Relocation/Employment | 9/17/2005 |
| Q: How do I go about seeking employment in Bodrum that would support a living? I am a former Rotary ... A: The president of the Bodrum Rotary Club is Hattice (sorry I do not know her last name) and her ... | |
| residence permit and working licence | 6/3/2005 |
| Q: First of all I want to thank you very much for your answer, it really meant much to me! :) I'm ... A: You have obviously worked a lot on your Turkish language - congratulations! Please understand ... | |
| residence permit and working licence | 5/31/2005 |
| Q: My name is Laura and I'm a 19-year old girl from Finland. I'm engaged to a Turkish boy (21yrs old) ... A: First of all, I want to mention that I have spent the most lovely time in Sodankyla north of ... | |
| moving english children to turkey | 3/6/2005 |
| Q: I am currently thinking of moving to either Marmaris or Icmeler in Turkey, I have 3 children aged, ... A: Debbie, As I am a longtime resident of Bodrum, I am not familiar with schools in Marmaris. However ... | |
| Moving to bitez | 1/15/2005 |
| Q: I contacted you last year with regard to schools in Bodrum. Unfortunately I have lost your reply, ... A: Audrey, Their telephone number is +90 252 358-6113 but school will reopen on 7 February due to the ... | |
| moving to turkey | 1/9/2005 |
| Q: my parents have just moved to turkey and i would love to come over i am just a bit worried as i have ... A: Vickie, Turkish public schools can be good but they vary from district to district. It would be ... | |
| Moving to Istanbul | 12/13/2004 |
| Q: My husband recently found out that he might be transferred to Istanbul. I am in human resources and ... A: Where to begin with your question! Please rest assured that Turkey is a very diverse, fascinating ... | |
| rent in izmir or kusadasi | 10/30/2004 |
| Q: My question is this... With a monthly income of 824 USD, is it possible to find a nice apartment in ... A: Patty, I am not familiar with the real estate markets in Izmir or Kusadasi. Speaking for Bodrum, ... | |
| marmaris | 10/22/2004 |
| Q: i have just come back from marmaris and i loved it, i have just booked to go back in july, i am 19 ... A: Donna, I'm pleased that you enjoyed Turkey so much. Please understand that Turkey is getting ready ... | |
| move to bodrum | 10/18/2004 |
| Q: We have been to the bodrum peninsula on several occasions and find both the country and the people ... A: There are many foreigners who make the move to Bodrum every year. Please understand that it is not ... | |
| Ideas for Turkey | 10/1/2004 |
| Q: the grant is not something I can donate to the cause more to get me to Turkey and to pay for me ... A: While I recognize the real need for blood banks in Turkey, I honestly have no idea where to begin ... | |
| Ideas for Turkey | 9/29/2004 |
| Q: I have recently found that here in Canada we have a program that will allow Canadian citizens the ... A: What you have described is very interesting. I originally moved to Turkey in 1989 for the sole ... | |
| Moving to Turkey | 9/27/2004 |
| Q: I wonder if you could help me? My friend Anna and I really want to move to Marmaris in Turkey to ... A: When you enter Turkey, you will have a 3 month tourist visa which does not permit you to work. ... | |
| exchange program | 7/12/2004 |
| Q: My name is Samir Vaidya,25 male living in Nagpur city, INDIA. I am very much interested to live in ... A: I'm sorry that exchange programs are not my specialty so I do not have any concrete answers for you. ... | |
| Moving to Turkey, temporarily | 7/11/2004 |
| Q: I'm an American/British college student planning on spending a year and a bit in Turkey- ... A: I also came to Turkey for my first long term stay, also as a student at Bosphorus University in ... | |
| International schools in bodrum | 6/21/2004 |
| Q: My husband and I are considering relocating from England to Bitez near Bodrum. We have an 8 year ... A: We do not currently have an international school in Bodrum. The closest there is to such a school ... | |
| living and working in Turkey | 6/20/2004 |
| Q: I am intereseted in moving to Turkey to live and work, I have been offered a job with accomodation ... A: The best website for acquiring all your basic knowledge about moving to and living in Turkey is ... | |
| hotel stays in bodrum area | 6/15/2004 |
| Q: First of all, thanks for being willing to help with our questions. We are living in Tashkent ... A: I can make the following hotel suggestions, but I have not provided all the URLs as they should be ... | |
| Currency in Turkey | 6/14/2004 |
| Q: I am due to be working in Turkey this summer. I will be based in Bitez until October yet I will I am ... A: Turkish currency exchanges are very well in tune with those of the global market, so the currencies ... | |
| Moving to Turkey | 6/13/2004 |
| Q: We are palnning to buy a small property in Akyaka with a view to 'dropping out' of the mad life we ... A: Let me dive in to your questions, and please go ahead and home me in on further details that you ... | |
| Moving to Turkey | 6/12/2004 |
| Q: My wife, our 2 daughters of 7 and 5 and myself plan to move to Turkey at the end of the year. I ... A: I'll be happy to assist you with your general questions, and specific questions if they relate to ... | |
| Moving to Istanbul | 6/4/2004 |
| Q: I am from Brazil and I receive a job offer in Turkey from the company I am working. I am wonder to ... A: In a nutshell, the cost of living in Istanbul, Turkey is extremely expensive. I know this can be a ... | |
| Sailing | 4/30/2004 |
| Q: I would like to learn sailing, but together with my wife and my son (2.5 yrs). Any suggestion about ... A: I suggest that you contac ERA sailing at www.erayachting.com for further information about sailing ... | |
| Retiring in Turkey | 4/30/2004 |
| Q: My husband and I have turned 60 and have to think about our retirement. We don't see a promising ... A: What a breath of fresh air to read your question. You have captured the essence of why so many of ... | |
| Relocating with children | 4/15/2004 |
| Q: We are considering relocating from the UK to Dalyan, with out children who are 14 and 11 years. I ... A: That's one of the harder questions I've had. Even in Bodrum, we do not have English schools, though ... | |
| Moving to Turkey ? | 4/11/2004 |
| Q: We are considering a family move to Turkey but need to consider all the options. I would be very ... A: I'll try to get to most of your questions, but let me know if I miss anything. Bodurm has a very ... | |
| Teaching in Bodrum | 4/6/2004 |
| Q: I am considering moving to Bodrum this summer. Before I come I would like to know if there are ... A: It is possible to obtain work as a teacher at the private Marmara Bodrum school in Ortakent. I do ... | |
| Relocation to Turkey | 4/6/2004 |
| Q: .. First off I would like to thank you for all of the valuable information. I think I was a bit too ... A: As far as I am aware, you should be able to rather easily register your marriage in the district of ... | |
| lingerie industry in Turkey | 4/3/2004 |
| Q: I am trying to obtain info a potential market (women) for novelty lingerie products. According to my ... A: There is an excellent market for women's garments in Turkey, and a large cross section of women do ... | |
| Relocation to Turkey | 4/1/2004 |
| Q: I am an American woman married to a Turkish man and we have a 4 year old son(born in the US). We are ... A: Congratulations on your upcoming move - I hope you enjoy Turkey as much as so many of us here do. ... | |
| schools | 3/8/2004 |
| Q: i am buying a property in bodrum , i would love to live out there full time , but i have a 13 year ... A: It must be quite exciting to make a decision such as you have. Please rest assured that there are ... | |
| Moving to Marmaris | 3/7/2004 |
| Q: I am married to a turkish man and we have a 2 year old child. I thinking of moving over to marmaris ... A: I'll do my best to give you some solid information. I am not aware of any English schools in ... | |
| Living | 3/6/2004 |
| Q: My girlfriend is Turkish and for a long time now I have been thinking about leaving my hectic city ... A: It is not easy to contemplate and implement a move to another country, but it can be very rewarding ... | |
| Istanbul, Turkey | 2/24/2004 |
| Q: My husband and I have accepted a two-year teaching contract with Robert College in Istanbul. We are ... A: and I understand the concerns you have put forth. I hope I can offer something of substance. I was ... | |
| bombings | 11/20/2003 |
| Q: No query. Just wanted to lest someone there know I am deeply sorry for the tragedy you are facing as ... A: and for reaching out. For many years I believed so vehemently in what America stood for - there was ... | |
| Headhunter | 8/4/2003 |
| Q: I hope your expertise in business might be enough to point me in a direction: I am an American ... A: When I first came to Turkey in the late 1980s with two degrees from Berkeley (one in applied ... | |
| Travel | 3/24/2003 |
| Q: You were kind enough to send me an answer to questions involving travel to Istanbul within the next ... A: I do not live in Istanbul and cannot confirm or deny what the tour guide you mentioned has ... | |
| Istanbul travel soon | 3/16/2003 |
| Q: I am an American, who will be traveling to Istanbul with a news gathering organization for a week ... A: In all of my years of living in Turkey, I have never encountered so much as an eyeblink at being an ... | |
| Health & schools | 9/19/2002 |
| Q: We have found many web sites for property in the Bodrum area. However, we cannot find any sites that ... A: I apologize for the delay in replying to your question. I am American and therefore not eligible ... | |
| Information required | 3/15/2002 |
| Q: I am Nazila, living and working in Pakistan. As you know Pakistan is a hot pot, so I have decided to ... A: It sounds like you have some very exciting changes coming up in your life. I hope I can be of some ... | |
| Working in Turkey | 1/12/2002 |
| Q: I shallbe arriving in Istanbul on 1st April, then taking the coach down to Patara to stay in a house ... A: I think you have a wonderful decision to step out and explore Turkey. Here in Bodrum we have ... | |
| Living in Turkey with Children | 1/6/2002 |
| Q: My husband has been shortlisted for a job in Istanbul. It is a two year contract and we are both ... A: I can say with earnest, that given such an opportunity, you should certainly try to take it. ... | |
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Dina Street
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I am an 18 year American resident of Bodrum, Turkey with a daughter attending the local seventh grade. I have started up two small businesses and currently manage a gulet charter company. I am especially interested in answering questions from female entrepeneurs, and persons interested in local Turkish food, customs and topics related to chartering gulets and wooden boatbuilding in Bodrum.
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I have a bachelor's degree in Turkish Literature from the University of California, Berkeley and have worked in the gulet charter industry for 8 years.
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