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About Ruth Lockwood
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I have been living and working in Cappadocian tourism for over 15 years and know this area inside and out(as well as all the current good and less explored destinations in Turkey , so would be more than happy to help with any info relating to tours, walking , hiking hotels ,sightseeing etc as well as helping you with the local culture . I have also been dealing in the rug industry with international collectors and dealers,so know all the pitfalls,and would be more than happy to provide you with professional help and advise in this area.Also happy to help with questionsre starting businesses , settling here etc .

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The NZ and Australian Governor Generals , the NZ prime Minister as well as many Ambassadors .

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Questions Answered By Expert Ruth Lockwood
In Category Turkey

Subject	Date Asked

my fiance coming england for holiday	10/26/2009
Q: I was wondering if you can give me any information regarding my fiance coming to stop with me for a ... A: Very sorry there is nothing I can do to help .Every year there are thousands of woman who met ...
Work in Bodrum	10/23/2009
Q: I am Malaysian and getting married in Bodrum soon with a Turkish citizen. I am a degree holder, and ... A: I get so many inquiries for foreigners who are looking for work so you should also look at some of ...
my wife beth & I and 2 adult children visiting istanbul Nov 6-13	10/20/2009
Q: I would like to arrange to speak to you by Skype (or someone you recommend)regarding our upcoming ... A: I think almost better than an american expat or similar you should contact a good expert or ...
Visiting Istanbul	10/17/2009
Q: We are a party of 4 adults and 5 children and will be visiting Istanbul in June 2010. And want to ... A: You really will need the advice of a good travel agent to deal with this question . There are daily ...
Transport from Goreme to Neveshir	10/12/2009
Q: I am planning to visit Cappodocia end of October with my parents. I am booking with Metro; however I ... A: No you do not need to follow up with Metro . If you book the ticket when you arrive in Goreme you ...
Transport from Goreme to Neveshir	10/11/2009
Q: I am planning to visit Cappodocia end of October with my parents. I am booking with Metro; however I ... A: There are service buses from Goreme to Nevsehir provided from all the bus companies including ...
Turkish National Dress	10/10/2009
Q: It is a long story however I am looking for one of the mens white pleated national skirts for my ... A: I think you are mistaking cultures . Turks dont wear white pleated skirts as part of the national ...
Entering Turkey on a 4 month British passport	9/22/2009
Q: I'm going to Turkey on an impulse holiday with my family, while their passports are well within ... A: I am so sorry but this is an offical question and you would be very best served by speaking to ...
cappacodia	9/14/2009
Q: Ruth, we are looking for a great guide for when we come in October and are looking for a company ... A: Les Maison de cappadoce in Uchisaris a lovely choice as the old Village homes houses have been ...
pamukkale, cappadocia, istanbul	9/6/2009
Q: I have few questions to ask. My itinerary: Samos- Kusadasi (visit Ephesus)- Pamukkale- Cappadocia- ... A: I would like to be a lot more helpful than I am going to be but the hardest thing in the world is to ...
Asking about salary	9/4/2009
Q: How are you? It gives me pleasure to ask you, I am a carpet designer I have the bachelor degree in ... A: hİ Ahmed, I am very sorry but Turkey does not use carpet designers as such .Most work is done ...
Re; EXTANSION OF VISA	8/30/2009
Q: I AM VISITING TURKEY DURING SEP -2009 I HAVE VISA FOR STAY UPTO 20 DAY I MAY REQUIRED EXTANTION OF ... A: I am sorry I am not a visa expert . The best thing you can do is to go onto the Turkish Embassy ...
Extra Day in Cappadocia	8/30/2009
Q: Three of us (50+ women) are traveling to Turkey for two weeks, and have an extra day with no ... A: well as a woman who also has a carpet shop on the main street in Goreme its a little hard for me to ...
visiting Turkey in late Nov	8/29/2009
Q: I intend to visit Turkey from 25-3Dec. Understand that Eid is on 27Nov.How would this affect tourist ... A: Eid is called Kurban Bayram here and the major effect on tourism is the difficulty with transport as ...
working in turkey	8/25/2009
Q: Im 20 and currently at uni. i would like to come to turkey preferably altinkum area, to work the ... A: I just recieved your email though you state that you want to work in Turkey in June , July , August ...
Istanbul	8/18/2009
Q: we are thinking of visiting our (Turkish) friends in Istanbul late September. We have been several ... A: Sorry no there is no quicker way to get to Bozcada Island.You have to drive from Istanbul vis ...
Istanbul	8/17/2009
Q: we are thinking of visiting our (Turkish) friends in Istanbul late September. We have been several ... A: I think the place that you are thinking of on the Black sea coast out of Istanbul is Sile. Quite a ...
travel advice	8/13/2009
Q: I want to go from istanbul to the hittite capital for 1/2 days and then onto goreme for 4/5 days ... A: yes there is a night bus from Goreme to Kusadasi . I think it actually goes to Izmir and then ...
travel advice	8/11/2009
Q: I want to go from istanbul to the hittite capital for 1/2 days and then onto goreme for 4/5 days ... A: Ok as I said I am not a travel agent but you would need to bus from Istanbul to Ankara and then ...
travel advice	8/10/2009
Q: I want to go from istanbul to the hittite capital for 1/2 days and then onto goreme for 4/5 days ... A: You said Hittite Capital and I am not sure where you are referring to - Hatusus ? Could you be more ...
Education in Turkey	8/5/2009
Q: What would the average salary be for someone tutoring at 3rd level? What would the average annual ... A: Your question asumed that I have some knowledge of the teaching proffession and I am very sorry but ...
gulet cruise	8/3/2009
Q: My boyfriend and I will be traveling in Turkey from August 17th through September 3rd and are ... A: I try as much as possible not to recommend any specific company as it helps to remain nuetral but in ...
need part time help	8/1/2009
Q: I may be undertaking an assigment in tourism for about 45 days in Turkey. I will need a young person ... A: There is a tourism university near where I live as well as quite a large number of students but ...
Cash in Turkey	7/28/2009
Q: I'm visiting Dalaman in Turkey soon. From what I've seen online, people say to take about £50 in ... A: hİ Rob , I find the online comments very odd indeed becuase all the prices especially ...
trip from kusadasi istanbul	7/27/2009
Q: can i arrange a 2 or 3 day trip to istanbul from kusadasi A: Of course you can arrange a trip from Kusadasi to Istanbul . You can either do this indeoendently ...
Bus from Bodrum to Pamukkale	7/24/2009
Q: my sister and I will be in Turkey in early August and will be going from Bodrum to Pamukkale on Aug ... A: Unfortunately I live about 14 hrs from Pammukale so am not up on the local bus schedules and ...
bus alternative from Goreme	7/24/2009
Q: I plan to visit Turkey in September (15-24), with my friend, on a bugdet. We arrive in Istanbul on ... A: Ok well the answer to the first question is easy . Istanbul is a fabulous city and 2 nights are ...
Toilets in overnight bus travel	7/14/2009
Q: My question is on long distance or overnight bus travel, are there toilets on the Bus ? if not, do ... A: There are no toilets on overnight buses or any buses in Turkey.The timing of the rest stops changes ...
Travel with 2 juniors!	7/13/2009
Q: We are travelling to turkey and arrive into istanbul and there for couple of days and were wanting ... A: Apologies for the delay in reply but I have had my daughter visiting from overseas so have been a ...
Datca	6/29/2009
Q: I am about to travel to Datca for 3.5weeks with my 5year old son. Will it be easy to get there and ... A: My apologies as aI am not really able to answer your question as I live some 14 hrs from Datca. I am ...
Staying in Cappodocia	6/26/2009
Q: I am Yshana from Goa, India, and will be traveling with my husband and 18 month old daughter to ... A: The Kelebek hotel is indeed a great hotel and for its standard a very good price . The next level of ...
Cost of petrol per Litre & average lunch prices	6/21/2009
Q: We are planning a 2 week trip in Turkey and would like to know the cost of petrol per litre and how ... A: The cost of petrol in Turkey is rather high - 3.20 lira approx per litre. Use a currency convertor ...
TURKEY IN DECEMBER	6/15/2009
Q: WE PLAN TO VISIT TURKEY FOR 10 T0 11 DAYS BETWEEN DECEMBER 22 TO JANUARY 2, 2009. WHAT IS THE ... A: well I have to be frank and say that Decemeber - Jan is not the most wonderful time to visit Turkey ...
airlines and tours in Turkey	6/2/2009
Q: 1) Are there any airlines (safe, reputable) which fly direct from Kaseri (or any airport close to ... A: So sorry I usually answer questions that are general and what you really need here is a travel agent ...
A friend of mine from turkey wishes to com visit me	5/30/2009
Q: a friend of mine for over 3 years wants to come visit me on holiday in the USA. i know it is very ... A: Visas to the USA are normally very hard to get for Turkish nationals as they have a long history of ...
cost of living in alanya	5/26/2009
Q: I'm thinking to buy apartment or villa on Alanya ad move with my family to live there. I'm not ... A: I could give you some general info on cost of living but if you go onto www.mymerhaba.com and look ...
Walking in Cappadocia	5/17/2009
Q: I have some questions, Can i get maps for hiking in cappadocia? Do you reccommend hikes without ... A: The tourist information office in Goreme carries maps as do all the local travel agencies . Most of ...
work	5/12/2009
Q: I would like to work and live in Alanya Turkey and wondered if you knew any companies there who ... A: So sorry I am unable to help you with this question as I am 8 hrs from Alanya so have no ...
Travel plans	5/12/2009
Q: We arrive in Capadoccia on 4th June morning and stay the night of 4th and 5th (ready to leave on ... A: First of all I would suggest you send an extra day in Cappadocia .Two nights is seldom enough and ...
Bus Transportation	5/6/2009
Q: I will be in Turkey on a tour in Sept, which ends in Cappadocia. Afterward I want to travel ... A: Well I must answer the bus question a thousand times and of course the answer is that you CANT make ...
beaches	5/6/2009
Q: We need to get back to Istanbul for a flight on the 15th so we have limited time and don't know ... A: I am very sorry but your chances of finding a good beach close to Cappadocia is limited . The ...
Walking around Goreme	5/2/2009
Q: I have a couple of days in Goreme 6-8 May before my husband arrives on 8th May and I'd like to do ... A: The valleys here are stunning for walking but yes I really dont recdommend woman walk alone.Firstly ...
Re: Cappadocia	4/21/2009
Q: If I take a train from Istanbul to Cappadocia, in what city should I get off? After I get off the ... A: If you wish to take the train from Istanbul to Cappadocia you need to book it to Kayseri.Once you ...
Bus from Kahta to Konya then Antalya	4/14/2009
Q: My friend and I plan to visit Mt Nemrut next month. After that(in the morning) we plan to go to ... A: I am not sure that you may be aware of the distances . Kahta to Konya is a massively long way ( ...
Transportation	4/11/2009
Q: My friend and I will be disembarking from a Gulet Cruise on May 21st in Fethiye and need to be in ... A: you can take an overnight bus all the way from Fethiye to Urgup . All the buses stop and change in ...
supermarkets/ food shopping in marmaris	4/2/2009
Q: Can you please tell me if there are any good places to do your shopping while you are there in ... A: No need to worry Marmaris is very cosmopolitan these days with a good range of ...
Bus	4/1/2009
Q: Ruth I noticed you said there was a daily bus to Cappadoccia but do you have to spend the night in ... A: There are no direct buses from Fethiye to Cappadocia - they all change in Antalya but some ...
about a ferry from izmir to mykanos	4/1/2009
Q: I was just wondering who and how do I get a hold of somebody about taking a ferry to mykanos from ... A: Sorry this is out of my area of expertise .I would suggest you try a travel agent that specialises ...
turkey holidays	3/23/2009
Q: Im planning to go to Istanbul in August and I would like to combine Istanbul with another city in ... A: I am not sure how much time you have in Turkey so its very hard to make a recommendation as you may ...
Dog &Motorbike	3/3/2009
Q: also we are wanting a motorbike for transport, can we take a new bike from england & register it in ... A: This is well out of my area of expertise however the best solution is to buy 'A handbook for living ...
Travel from Mount Nemrut Region/Cappadocia/Mediterrenean coast	2/26/2009
Q: I am planning a trip to Turkey with a friend and we are trying to figure out how to travel around by ... A: You have a couple of options here with your question . A lot of travellers to Turkey use public ...
moving to Turkey	2/20/2009
Q: My name is Ayse and im Turkish, I live in America but would like to move to Turkey in the future. My ... A: My recommendations of course will be all the big cities like Istanbul , Ankara and Izmir which are ...
Buses to Cappadocia	2/15/2009
Q: Do you know the times that the buses leave Antalya for Cappadocia at the end of September? Is it a ... A: I am not really up with all the departure times of buses from Antalya to Cappadocia as each comapny ...
cappadocia	1/17/2009
Q: We plan on travelling to Capa.on April 28 or 29 this year.By bus to Goreme, overnight.Have ... A: Both Kelebek hotel and heritage travel have a good professional reputation and would definitely be ...
Bus Travel from Gerome to Pamukkale	1/16/2009
Q: I will be flying from Istanbul to Kayseri to stay a couple of days in Gerome. I am trying to figure ... A: There are daily overnight buses from Goreme to Pammukale and a couple of different bus companies to ...
visa	1/15/2009
Q: merhaba.benim filipinli bir kız arkadaşım var.beni ziyarete gelmesi için nasıl ... A: hİ , Sorry this is out of my area of expertise as every country has a different visa ...
Cappadocia - Urgup	1/14/2009
Q: I am hoping to travel by bus from Antalya to Urgup for a few days in September. We have previously ... A: You are right - the buses are excellent in Turkey . Most people take an overnight bus from Antalya ...
shoes for resale	1/10/2009
Q: i am looking for a relaible company where i can get shoes for sale in my shop in Kenya. I am mostly ... A: Apologies for the delay in reply but I have been away on holiday . I have answered this question ...
Bus fro Tarus (Adana) to Fethye	12/8/2008
Q: I am planning to go on an organised tour from Istanbul to Adana in the summer and am trying to find ... A: Buses run regulary from every major town to every other major destination 2 or 3 times a day and ...
Cappadocia in December	11/28/2008
Q: Over the upcoming holiday, I am trying to plan a trip to either Cappadocia or another picturesque ... A: Probably the best affordable hostel would be Kose Pansion in Goreme 03842712294 or you could also ...
Turkey in December	11/12/2008
Q: I'm planning a trip to Istanbul between 8-12 December with my wife, two year old son and a couple of ... A: Unfortunately the weather in December can go anywhere. I have been in Istanbul at that time of year ...
Business, Tourism, and Personal	11/5/2008
Q: Business: I am a South African living in Canada. I would like to introduce the South African Lupin ... A: On the first question I have no idea how you would go about introducing Lupin beans to Turkey . Why ...
teaching english marmaris	10/28/2008
Q: I'm a teaching graduate looking to teach English as a foreign language in the Marmaris area of ... A: Actaully I have no idea about the marmaris area as I am based 14 hrs away however your best bet is ...
currancy	10/9/2008
Q: can i spend euros in turkey thanks A: You can use Euros in casgh in Turkey but usually only for large purchases like hotel rooms etc . ...
self employment in didum	10/7/2008
Q: If i wanted to stay in Didum and work as a freelance street artist would i need a work permit in ... A: I dont really know the answer to this one but before you set up I would suggest you taslk to the ...
over stayed visa	10/5/2008
Q: I over stayed my visa by 5days, I payed 150lira fine as they said if i didnt pay i wouldnt be ... A: If you have overstayed your visa and paid the fine you shopuld be ok to return . I know plenty of ...
work permits needed?	10/2/2008
Q: Hi my step daughter has just returned from a holiday in Turkey and informed us she is going back to ... A: You are very right to be a concerned Mum . Your daughter will neeed a work permit and its illegal to ...
Turkey Visit	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: I would love to help you but I am not a travel agent nor a specialist that deals with boat hire . I ...
Very confused on hotels!!	9/9/2008
Q: We are planning a trip to Turkey from the 1st to the 8th of Oct and i must tell you that your ... A: Delighted I could be of help.Just google Turkish hotels and see what you come up with or try ...
buses	9/8/2008
Q: 2 things: 1) I plan to go( 18/9/08) from Haydarpasa to either Konya or Kayseri to reach Urgup. The ... A: You asked if there is a route that goes from Ankara to Nevsehir or Kayseri. There are definitely ...
Hot Air Ballooning	9/8/2008
Q: I will be going to Capadoccia in Oct, and after reading many of your replies here, we too have ... A: Low Budget accomodation is getting a little hard to find in Goreme these days . I would try the Kose ...
buses	9/7/2008
Q: 2 things: 1) I plan to go( 18/9/08) from Haydarpasa to either Konya or Kayseri to reach Urgup. The ... A: There are buses that run nightly((7.30pm,8.30pm and 9.30pm) from Istanbul direct to Urgup . They ...
some Information about Istanbul	9/3/2008
Q: I'm an Iranian girl living in Tehran now.I have been to Istanbul a few times,and would love to be ... A: When I first came here I spoke no Turkish and managed ok with English until I got more fluent with ...
Cappadocia in Late November early December	9/3/2008
Q: My wife and I are planning to spend a week or so in Cappadocia in late-November/ early-December. I ... A: Usually most accomodationis open at least until new Year so you shouldnt have too much difficulty in ...
cappadocia	8/31/2008
Q: I'm bringing my grandchildren to Turkey in October. Will tourist sires be closed? To make it easier ... A: I think I would probably book a hotel in Istanbul for your arrival and then you have the first few ...
cappadocia	8/30/2008
Q: I'm bringing my grandchildren to Turkey in October. Will tourist sires be closed? To make it easier ... A: All the tourist sites will be open in Turkey throughout October.If you are coming late October it ...
advice on moving to turkey	8/30/2008
Q: My wife (Turkish) and myself (British) and are 2 children (6 and 10 years old) are thinking of ... A: The best advise I can give you is to buy 'A handbook for living in Turkey by Pat Yale . She herself ...
Turkey	8/27/2008
Q: i want to travel to Turkey , please tell me about the most beautiful places can i go to A: Turkey is a huge as well as varied country and most people spend at least 2 -3 weeks to see just the ...
Thank you!	8/25/2008
Q: tips and advise, Ruth! I wasn't sure how it works and didn't look for the answer here until today ... A: Hisar Cave Evi is a lovely boutique Cave hotel and Ortahisar is one of the least touristic of the ...
money	8/22/2008
Q: I will be visiting Turkey in September and would like to know if it is still o.k. to bring British ... A: British pounds are usually fine to exchange into Lira but more so on the coast than in some other ...
working	8/17/2008
Q: im also a uk citizen with a uk passport . thanks. A: The first step before starting a business is to do as much research as possible.I would suggest that ...
Traveling from Istanbul to Antalya	8/14/2008
Q: I will be traveling from San Francisco to Istanbul. Would you recommend flying to Antalya or ... A: I would suggest that you fly to Antalya and while in Antalya do some day trips to see more of the ...
Bus from Fethiye to Goreme	8/14/2008
Q: We're a group of 4 staying in Fethiye and want to visit Cappadocia this September during our stay ... A: well you are quite right there is no way that you can book tickets in advance outside the country ...
Travel in Turkey (Fethie, Cappadoccia, Mediterranean Coast)	8/14/2008
Q: My friend and I are planning to travel around Turkey in October. I know it may seem a little bit ... A: Cappadocia can sometimes be very cold at the end of October and the earliest that it has snowed ...
guiding camel & hiking tours in capadoccia	8/3/2008
Q: I've started working with camels in 1993, got a liking to guide hikes on the Larapinta Trail and in ... A: Great idea !I personally think it would be an excellent idea but there are already many walking ...
Salary and jobs in turkey	8/3/2008
Q: I am international student coming to student in Turkey for my Master's Degree at Sabanci University, ... A: Thats a very difficult question to answer as I have no idea what course you are studying - why you ...
Traveling from Antalya to Istanbul	8/2/2008
Q: We are travelling in September from Anatalya to Istanbul and flights are expensive. Is there any ... A: There are regular day and night bus services from Antalya to Istanbul and the journey probably takes ...
visa	8/2/2008
Q: i live in turkey when my 3 months visa has run out what can i do ... As ı dont really want to ... A: As you are British a renewal of your visa inside Turkey is very easy . I am sorry I dont know the ...
visa	8/1/2008
Q: i live in turkey when my 3 months visa has run out what can i do ... As ı dont really want to ... A: As you didnt state your nationality its a bit difficult to be 100% accurate but for the vast ...
Salary and jobs in turkey	8/1/2008
Q: I am international student coming to student in Turkey for my Master's Degree at Sabanci ... A: Working legally in Turkey is rather difficult for a graduate student with no experience as you ...
Help needed for itinerary	7/25/2008
Q: I have quiet a few questions, so here goes... My husband and I got married in Jan 08 and have ... A: I am happy to answer you questions as best I can but I am not a travel agent and also no substitute ...
cappadocia advice...	7/24/2008
Q: first, allow me to express my admiration for your patience, and what seems like endless good will. i ... A: I have been helped out on my travels so much over the years that its nice to be able to see what I ...
help	7/23/2008
Q: i understand how hard it can be to get a Turkish partner a holiday visa but i would like to apply ... A: No its no different . The British Embassy in Ankara has a very comprehensive website which lists all ...
Help is needed	7/19/2008
Q: I am an American family doctor from USA, originally from northern Middle East. In the near future I ... A: Whilst I appreciate your question this area is really out of my expertise . I would suggest you ...
Day Trips from Rhodes to Turkey	7/19/2008
Q: We are a group of 11 all New Zealanders, 6 Adults, 2 teenagers and 2 children and 1 infant. We were ... A: I am not a travel agent so therefore cannot answer your question in the detail that you require . ...
help	7/18/2008
Q: i understand how hard it can be to get a Turkish partner a holiday visa but i would like to apply ... A: You didnt mention which country you are from and as all couhtries vary their requirements for a ...
Mykonos to Turkey	7/16/2008
Q: I will be travelling from Mykonos and Santorini in early September to Turkey. Which is the best way ... A: Sorry I cant help you with this as you are asking me a question about where ferries originate in ...
islands	7/14/2008
Q: I want to know what is the biggest island in turkey when I can stay there A: I actually dont know the biggest island in Turkey but there is the Princess islands just an hour out ...
Buses	7/7/2008
Q: What is the best route to get from Goreme to Kiskalesi by bus? Howlong will it take and how much ... A: There is no direct bus from Goreme to KizKalesi . You would need to book a bus from Goreme to Mersin ...
Istanbul - Dalaman and return	6/24/2008
Q: My wife and I will be arriving in Istanbul mid Sept and need to be in Dalaman the following day at ... A: There are both overnight buses and flights direct from Istanbul to Dalaman . I suggest you contact a ...
starting a business in Turkey	6/16/2008
Q: I have a small shoe store in the US and I want to open a branch in Istanbul. How do I start this ... A: I would suggest that you get hold of a book called 'A handbook for living in Turkey'by Pat Yale ...
Travel in Turkey	6/16/2008
Q: We will be visiting Turkey in October this year. Staying in Istanbul for a few days, then flying to ... A: There are service buses run by both Turkish Airlines and Onur Air from Kayseri airport to your ...
Taxes	6/5/2008
Q: I am being offered a job opportunity in Istanbul but need to know what is the tax I will be paying. ... A: This is an impossible question to answer as Tax rates can depend on whether you are a resident or ...
Tours from Fethiye to Cappadocia	6/3/2008
Q: Do you know of any reputable tour companies that will do tours from Fethiye to Cappadocia and then ... A: As far as I know there are no tour companies that just do sectional tours to Fethiye - Cappadocia - ...
Fethiye to Cappadocia	5/27/2008
Q: how long is the bus ride from Fethiye to Cappadocia? I was reading some guides which indicated ... A: I have answered this question a number of times so pleased also look in the previously asked ...
Cirali to Cappadocia	5/21/2008
Q: I am spending 7 days in Turkey on the beach, but would like to take a two day excursion to the ... A: Cappadocia is a fantastic place to visit but most people allow at least 2-4 nights in the area as ...
Turkey in August?	5/18/2008
Q: you've probably answered this question before :). I'm planning to travel to Turkey around 22nd ... A: Well I dont know what to say except that July is withouta doubt the hottest month . As we are 1200 ...
Train travel in Turkey	5/18/2008
Q: my friend and I would like to travel in September by train from Istanbul to Cappadoccia then on to ... A: Personally yuou wouyld need to be a real train buff to want to travel from Istanbul to Cappadocia . ...
Kerkova/Kale koy	5/17/2008
Q: we are planning to go to Kas in early June , and would like to go to the sunken city at Kerkova and ... A: Ther boat trip is fabulous and you will have to take a boat anyway once you are at Kerkova to visit ...
Goreme - Antalya	5/15/2008
Q: Ruth We are a group of 6pp - we will be staying in Goreme and wish to bus ( not overnight ) to ... A: I am not a travel agent so I do not have access to bus timetables and as I explained in previous ...
retirement in Turkey	5/12/2008
Q: S.A. Would be buying an apartment and wondering about the cost of living, as I'd be on a pension. ... A: My answer to your question is that I am not too sure whether in fact you could live ok on $900 a ...
Hiking in Cappadocia	4/21/2008
Q: A friend and I are taking a mid-May bus tour of Western Turkey and will be staying 3 nights (2 days) ... A: What a great pity you are staying at the Peri Tower Hotel - its in a bad location right on the outer ...
Istanbul & Cappadocia	4/20/2008
Q: My wife and I would like to spend several days in Istanbul and a few days in Cappadocia in the fall. ... A: Without a doubt the one thing that tourists say to me constantly and unanomously is how wonderfully ...
first time in istanbul	4/12/2008
Q: i want to spend 8 days vacation in istanbul for my first time to visit turkey with my husband and 2 ... A: I have answered this question more times than I can remember so please check through my answers and ...
Hiking in Cappadocia	4/2/2008
Q: We will be in Goreme May 9-12. Is it safe to do day hikes on our own. We do extensive backpacking in ... A: The temps in Cappadocia in May are variable but are normally around 24C. However the night time ...
Hiking in Cappadocia	4/2/2008
Q: We will be in Goreme May 9-12. Is it safe to do day hikes on our own. We do extensive backpacking in ... A: There are loads of wonderful valley hikes in and around the Goreme and Cappadocia region . All of ...
Cappadocia & Med. coast	4/2/2008
Q: We will be in Turkey April 29-May 13. We plan to spend 3 days in Istanbul and 4 days in Cappadocia. ... A: Since I suspect you are the same woman that asked me about hiking in Cappadocia, then one of the ...
relocating to turkey	3/27/2008
Q: we are moving to kusadasi in april and would like to know if we can get a residence visa before the ... A: Sorry I thought I answered this question earlier but as it came back up on my system - perhaps not . ...
Chinese girl, wanna starts the life in Istanbul	3/27/2008
Q: I'm a chinese, 26 years. Have been to Istanbul in this January and was desperately attracted by the ... A: Sorry I am not an employment agency and there must be thousands of travel agencies in Istanbul so ...
Surface transport in Turkey	3/23/2008
Q: I will need to go from Kayseri to Gaziantep by bus on a Tues morning. Can you tell me anything ... A: Sorry I am not a travel agent and Kayseri is more that 1 hr away from where I live so I am unable to ...
relocating to turkey	3/23/2008
Q: we are moving to kusadasi in april and would like to know if we can get a residence visa before the ... A: Turkey has different requirements for many different countries but as a general guide you can apply ...
bus travel between Cappadocia and Fethiye	3/20/2008
Q: I read your answers to a similar question, that to Antalya. Does the same schedule apply to the ... A: I have in fact replied to this or similar questions over and over again. Again I will say all the ...
Overnight bus from Goreme to Fethiye?	3/17/2008
Q: A friend and I will be visiting Turkey this May. We are very excited about it! We are planning on ... A: Great to hear that you and your friend are headed to Turkey and I am sure you will love it . Most ...
bus service	3/13/2008
Q: Ruth, Can we get bus service between Kayseri and Antalya? Can we contract a personal guide ... A: There are indeed very regular bus services from Kayseri - Antalya but as everyone stays in the ...
santorini - istanbul return	3/10/2008
Q: We are a family of four wanting to spend apx 7days travelling from istanbul to kusadasi and then ... A: So sorry I am not a travel agent so have no idea how to get from Istanbul to Santorini. I do however ...
travel from konya to urgup	3/9/2008
Q: my wife and i will be in konya on wednesday march 26 with a tour.we are scheduled to arrive in urgup ... A: I think that the Dervishes will finish quite late and very difficult to get a late bus from Konya to ...
overstay ýn turkey	3/7/2008
Q: a pleasant evenýng for you.. my name is grace and i had been here in turkey for 4 months already. ... A: There are a huge number of foreigners that work illegally here simply becuase work permits are so ...
Cappadocia	3/7/2008
Q: We are going to be Cappodocia for 2 days. We have the whole of 20 and 21st March for the beautiful ... A: Apologies in the delay of my reply . Two days is not a hugely long time in Cappadocia as there is so ...
Flights from Kayseri to Dalaman Airport	3/3/2008
Q: Are there any direct flights? If not, what is the best route, and how often are the flights? Thank ... A: Last year there were a few flights from Dalaman to Nevsehir and Kayseri booth of which are close to ...
Turkey Trip	3/3/2008
Q: I will be visiting turkey for 11 day from 26th April to 6th may.I want to vist the following places ... A: A couple of good Hotels are Kelebek hotel and Elif Star Pansion in Goreme . Both have websites so ...
Turkey Trip	2/27/2008
Q: I will be visiting turkey for 11 day from 26th April to 6th may.I want to vist the following places ... A: I have answered this question many times so please also look at past answers . With your time frame ...
Moving to and starting a business in Turkey	2/24/2008
Q: I am a complementary health therapist, coach and yoga teacher. Though I won't need to work ... A: My apologies for the delay in reply but I have been in Dubai and in transit for some days. With your ...
Istanbul	2/19/2008
Q: Are there beaches that are worth visiting in Istanbul? We are thinking of taking a short trip in ... A: Its highly unlikely that the weather will be suitable for beach fun in April . It can still be cold ...
Day trip to Turkey from Rhodes	2/18/2008
Q: We will be planning a trip to the Greek Islands (Rhodes, Crete & Santorini) in May/June and have ... A: I am not as familiar with the ferry timetables etc but yes there are regualr ferries that go from ...
Turkish Architecture	2/3/2008
Q: Do you know of a website that has pictures of traditional Turkish architecture? I am a University ... A: I am sorry that I dont know of any specific websites that include traditional Turkish architecture ...
TRIP FROM ANTALYA	1/29/2008
Q: What is the 1. Quickest and 2. cheapest way to get to KONYA from ANTALYA Thank you A: Both the cheapest and qickest way from Konya to Antalya is by bus . There are at least 3 services a ...
accommodations in Sirence or Selcuk, July 2008	1/28/2008
Q: I have read reviews of the Kilisealti PansÃ½yon but cannot find a way to contact them. Can you help? ... A: I normally recommend Nisanyan Eveleri and am afraid that I dont know the other Pansions that you ...
Cappadocia to Antalya bus	1/24/2008
Q: I am trying to get from Cappadocia to Antalya on March 13. I know that there are overnight buses, ... A: Apologies for the delay in reply but I am currently on holiday.There are daily overnight buses that ...
living in istanbul	1/23/2008
Q: moving to istanbul with my partner.. i'm 22 but we gonna stay with his family till he finds work and ... A: You will have absolutely no problems in Istanbul as there are some 250,000 foreigners that live ...
Weather in Cappadocie	1/17/2008
Q: I will be traveling to Cappadocia in September and am wondering about the weather. On a forum, ... A: Actually the first week in September can be fantastic weather especially in Istanbul and in the ...
Travel from Kalkan to Cappadocia	1/13/2008
Q: We will be staying with friends in Kalkan in mid May. Is it easy to drive a rental car from there ... A: Apologies for the delay in reply but I am on holiday in Australia . A week is an excellent amount of ...
Realistic Itinerary for Turkey	1/10/2008
Q: I am trying to put together a do-it-yourself itinerary for Turkey. I am planning on flying into ... A: Yes this is realistic for your time frame and should give you a good and rather varied taste of ...
mountaing biking	1/10/2008
Q: My partner and I are flying from London to Istanbul and then on to Cappadocia to mountain bike for ... A: Cappadocia is an excellent place for mountain biking and we hosted the European Championships last ...
visa from Turkey to US	1/7/2008
Q: I read previous answers you gave on this subject. How do I go about getting a fiance visa? Could ... A: Apologies for the delay in reply but I have been away on holiday . You really need to go to your USA ...
the cold in Feb. in Cappodocia	1/6/2008
Q: I have read the other postings on going to Cappodocia in winter, but I wanted a second opinion from ... A: My apologies for the delay in reply but I have been on holiday . Cappadocia can be absolutely ...
Travel plan	1/1/2008
Q: I am planning to visit Turkey in mid March 2008 with Friends for 4 nights and 5 days. We wanted to ... A: All of this is veruy much my area so I am happy to give you as much detailed info as possible but I ...
Cappadocia - Konya - Antalya Bus Options	12/30/2007
Q: I want to take a bus from Cappadocia area to Antalya. Ideally, I could have a few hours stop in ... A: Most people stay in Goreme or Urgup in Cappadoia as these are so picturesque and these have bus ...
Cappadocia - Konya - Antalya Bus Options	12/29/2007
Q: I want to take a bus from Cappadocia area to Antalya. Ideally, I could have a few hours stop in ... A: Generally the buses from cappadocia to Antalya are a dirrect overnight servicedeparting at 7pm , 8pm ...
Travel plan	12/27/2007
Q: I am planning to visit Turkey in mid March 2008 with Friends for 4 nights and 5 days. We wanted to ... A: Sorry for the delay in reply but I am currently on holiday in NZ The places theat you should see in ...
Turkish Gardens	12/14/2007
Q: I found your name online while searching for Turkish gardens. Are there gardens in Turkey that you ... A: I know of a woman called Azize Ethem who is renowned for her garden in Izmit though I dont know her ...
Turkish Gardens	12/12/2007
Q: I found your name online while searching for Turkish gardens. Are there gardens in Turkey that you ... A: My apologies for the delay in reply but I am currently on holidays . I have answered a question ...
Travel from Seculk to Goreme	12/11/2007
Q: What is the most efficient cost effective way of travelling from Seculk to Goreme? A: The most cost effective way to travel from Selcuk to Goreme is by overnight bus.They depart every ...
week end in Cappadocia with my wife and 6 year old boy	12/9/2007
Q: my wife, my 6 year old boy and I are planning to visit relatives living in Mersin and we plan to ... A: In answer to your questions ...2 nights is definitely not long enough . Most peoples minimum stay is ...
week end in Cappadocia with my wife and 6 year old boy	12/6/2007
Q: my wife, my 6 year old boy and I are planning to visit relatives living in Mersin and we plan to ... A: My apologies for the delay in reply but I am currently in Australia on holidays. The best all round ...
vet nurse in marmaris	12/1/2007
Q: ive been working in a veterinary practice for almost 7 years, almost a qualified veterinary nurse. i ... A: I am not living in Maramaris so I cannot specifically answer your question . Go onto ...
Visting Istanbul in December 2007	11/23/2007
Q: I am planning to tour Istanbul this december (25 dec - 2 jan) with my wife and two children. My ... A: My apologies for the delay in reply but I am currently overseas on holiday . Istanbul can be great ...
study and biz	11/10/2007
Q: I am interested in studying the language and then going into business (ag based - probably ... A: Both Istanbul and Izmir offer Turkish Language courses through Tomer which is considered the best . ...
Travel	11/9/2007
Q: We are travelling to Turkey from Australia next year and I have a question. We are flying from ... A: Great to hear that you are coming over here next year and I am sure you will love it . The average ...
Kayseri - 23rd November	11/7/2007
Q: Just a few more things i wondered whether you could answer for me - we are hoping for my boyfriend ... A: Emma , What you need to do is get on the British Embassy website for Turkey and they will give you ...
I'm visiting Kayseri on 23rd November!	11/6/2007
Q: I'm visiting my boyfriend in Kayseri on 23rd November this year and would just like some general ... A: Kayseri is a large conservative city in the middle of central Anatolia .It has always been a ...
Moving to Turkey	10/28/2007
Q: Im am English girl and my fiance is a Turkish national. He has a degree he needs to complete for the ... A: You can go and go from Turkey to the UK as frequently as you wish on a Turkish residency permit . ...
work available in turkey	10/21/2007
Q: we currently live in england but are going to move to turkey in the next few years. Have you got any ... A: I would like to answer this question more thoroughly but job opportunities in Turkey will depend not ...
about plannýng to stay ýn turkey and work	10/17/2007
Q: hý ý came here ýn turkey as a tourýst but ým plannýng to extend my stay here and probably work here ... A: Yes if you leave the country you do need another tourist visa to reenter the country . Depending on ...
cappadocia	9/30/2007
Q: i have read with interest you reply re kids visiting your area. we are planning to travel on to ... A: The Local Cave Hotel in Goreme has a pool and while its not the normal hotel that I would recommend ...
finding a private english tutor or english classes	9/27/2007
Q: A: There are a huge number of places in Izmir teaching English but for more specificsa you should ...
cappadocia	9/26/2007
Q: i have read with interest you reply re kids visiting your area. we are planning to travel on to ... A: The heat normally is better in Cappadocia in July than most other parts of Turkey as we are so high ...
about plannýng to stay ýn turkey and work	9/25/2007
Q: hý ý came here ýn turkey as a tourýst but ým plannýng to extend my stay here and probably work here ... A: The police wont do something bad to you but they will fine you for overstaying a tourist visa The ...
about plannýng to stay ýn turkey and work	9/25/2007
Q: hý ý came here ýn turkey as a tourýst but ým plannýng to extend my stay here and probably work here ... A: You do legally require a work visa in Turkey to work full time and they are gemerally hard to come ...
Ramadhan	9/22/2007
Q: I'm visiting Gumbet between 7th and 14th Oct with my boyfriend. Can you tell me if Ramadhan will ... A: I have already answered this question 3 timöes so if you go back and check my previous answers you ...
Visit During Ramadan	9/18/2007
Q: i live in Dubai and am planning to visit Turkey during the last week of Sept, i wanted to know is it ... A: Ramadan is rather relaxed in Turkey particulalrly in Istanbul . There tends to be a great atmosphere ...
Moving to Turkey	9/16/2007
Q: Im am English girl and my fiance is a Turkish national. He has a degree he needs to complete for the ... A: Kirstie , The best thing you can do is buy a 'Handbook for Living in Turkey ' By Pat Yale. Its ...
Moving to Turkey	9/14/2007
Q: Im am English girl and my fiance is a Turkish national. He has a degree he needs to complete for the ... A: Of course you can live together without being married . I know a number of woman who are living ...
clothes	9/9/2007
Q: I am visiting Istanbul on 21st September for a week with my husband. What would be proper clothes to ... A: We have just had a little bit of a cool change here in Turkey so make sure you bring something ...
Istanbul to Cappadocia	9/5/2007
Q: We would like to either 1) drive from Istanbul to Cappadocia or 2) fly from Istanbul to Ankara, ... A: Yes the flights are more expensive but Petrol in Turkey is also horrendous so it would cost you ...
Istanbul to Cappadocia	9/4/2007
Q: We would like to either 1) drive from Istanbul to Cappadocia or 2) fly from Istanbul to Ankara, ... A: Why not just fly from Istanbul to Cappadocia ?.The drive is about 8-10 hrs and apart from one nice ...
Employment in Turkey	8/30/2007
Q: The NZ embassy in Ankara put me on to you, as you are a fellow Kiwi. My parnter and I - she is ... A: Great to hear from you and I am more than happy to help however I can . There is no formasl network ...
Fethiye to Cappadocia	8/27/2007
Q: Hello. We come to Turkey every September and stay in our apartment in Fethiye. This year we would ... A: Its probably best to spend at least 3 days here in Cappadocia - 2days is cutting things rather fine ...
Fethiye to Cappadocia	8/25/2007
Q: Hello. We come to Turkey every September and stay in our apartment in Fethiye. This year we would ... A: There are excellent connections every evening direct from Fethiye to Cappadocia . The bus changes at ...
International College Marmaris	8/24/2007
Q: I am 15 years old and myself and my family are hoping to move to Marmaris netx summer. I will be ... A: Unfortunately as far as I am aware there are no international colleges in Marmaris.There is however ...
shopping	8/23/2007
Q: i am going to marmaris on the 8th November for a long weekend with my boyfriend. we were there a ... A: All the shops and restaurants will still be open as it is peak tourism season so I am sure you will ...
turkey in winter	8/15/2007
Q: Me and wife want to travel from Uk to istanbul spend some days there and then go see goreme open air ... A: sounds to me that you would be wise to get a guide book and although I am happy to answer your ...
moving to antalya	8/13/2007
Q: i would like to go to live in turkey,with my daughters which are aged 8-13.I'm looking for ... A: I get asked this question frequently so my understanding is that there are still no International ...
purchasing gift items for import to US	8/11/2007
Q: My daughter and I are planning a trip to the middle east this winter and will have a very short stay ... A: When so much of the shopping that you require is reliant on personal taste, finding dealers and ...
spending money	8/5/2007
Q: my 15yr old daughter is holidaying in Side for a week with friends. how much spending money would ... A: Well its a bit of a difficult question as I dont know what her spending money should include and ...
Fethiye to Goreme	8/2/2007
Q: I hope you have received my thank-you note and that I'll drop by to say hello when I'm in Goreme.) ... A: Its really your choice as to how beest to use your time in these places . Why not go onto the ...
self employed	7/29/2007
Q: At start would be unable to employ any turks. I would need some land, not to build on a simple ... A: Legally you should probably have a work permit particulalry if you intend to sell your produce in a ...
moving to turkey	7/25/2007
Q: I need to know what i need in order to move to samsun turkey. I would like to find a roomate there ... A: I found it hard to really understand what info you need . If you are moving from the USA to Samsun ...
TRAVELLING TO TURKEY	7/24/2007
Q: recently i started corresponding with a gentlemen from "Ankara" turkey, (I am Canadian )2 months to ... A: Hi , apologies for the delay in my reply but I have been unwell for a few days . All visitors need a ...
working in turkey	7/22/2007
Q: I realise that you do not work in the health care profession but if you can be of any help to me ... A: Well sad to say but you are pretty right - there is almost no nursing care here and many of the ...
Free&Easy Turkey	7/22/2007
Q: We are planning to visit Turkey in late September. We prefer to go at a slower pace, take time to ... A: This is a good standard itinerary and should give you a good overview of Turkey.I would however try ...
nurseries	7/19/2007
Q: My partner is thinking of relocating from the UK to live with me in Turunc near Marmaris. She asks ... A: I seem to get this question every couple of weeks and I am afraid that apart from suggesting that ...
working and living in marmaqris turkey	7/19/2007
Q: This time next year i will be qualified to be a nanny as i will have done my diploma in childcare ... A: I dont know of any nanny agents that operate just out of Marmaris but try ABC nanny agency or any of ...
shoes	7/17/2007
Q: Ruth- In a recent visit to the Grand Bazaar I found some fabulous kilim shoes and embroidered shoes ... A: So sorry that I cant help you with the name of a manufacturer but I can reassure you that Turkey is ...
kids in cappadocia	6/24/2007
Q: you gave me a helpful answer 3 weeks ago and since i have decided more or less on our route. if ... A: Great to hear from you again . The drive from Antalya to Cappadocia is anywhere from 8-10 hrs ...
Danger of Terrorism	6/14/2007
Q: I was planning a trip with my 11 year old daughter in July, and then read about the bombing in ... A: You are more than welcome ! Turkey is a truely wonderful country so I hope that you and your ...
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: The bomb in Istanbul was a sound bomb or so I understand . In the end the choice to come is your own ...
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 can understand your concerns as the media always tends to hype things up . I live here with my 15 ...
school	6/8/2007
Q: i have found the school i would like my kids to go to when we move to Kuyucak in august of this ... A: So sorry I cant help you with this question but suggest that you put your question onto ...
Is spanish helpful to find a job in Turkey?	5/31/2007
Q: I hope I am not bothering you with this kind of question, I read many of your answers but I couldn't ... A: Speaking two languages will be a huge help if you wish to work in the tourism here in Turkey ...
kids in cappadocia	5/29/2007
Q: we would like to travel in turkey for approx. 2 weeks in august with our two children, 8 and 4 yrs ... A: Cappadocia is a great area for kids especially if they enjoy walking through the valleys and diving ...
Turkey vs. Greece	5/21/2007
Q: I'm planning on a trip with some friends to either go to Turkey or the Greek Isles (ideally both) ... A: I am not a travel agent so cant help you with all your flight details and issues, and of course live ...
Cappadocia	5/20/2007
Q: Are the attractions in Cappadocia easily found if I were to drive myself? I've heard conflicting ... A: I am just down the road for the Walnut house .The main sites like the Goreme open air museum etc are ...
Purchasing a Rug in Istanbul	5/20/2007
Q: I would like to purchase a Turkish rug in Istanbul, size to be determined. I will be there for 3 ... A: This is a mine field of a question as Istanbul can be great for purchasing a rug,but at the same ...
Cappadocia	5/20/2007
Q: Are the attractions in Cappadocia easily found if I were to drive myself? I've heard conflicting ... A: I actually find Cappadocia pretty easy to get around but then I have been living here for 18 years . ...
beach in istanbul??	5/14/2007
Q: i`m really interested if istanbul has beaches. i want to go this summer to visit istanbul but i ... A: Istanbul has no beaches as such . Most are located towards the black sea coast - at least 2 hrs from ...
travel from marmaris to athens	5/10/2007
Q: I was wondrering if you could advise me the best way to travel from marmaris to athens by ferry how ... A: There are daily ferries from Marmaris to Rhodes but once you are in Greece you will need to check ...
Holiday Money	5/5/2007
Q: We are coming to Turkey on the 17th of the month and as we are not seasoned travellers!! we are not ... A: These days most people travel with some cash and then use the large number of ATM machines for ...
From Istanbul to Gocek	5/4/2007
Q: I need to travel from Istanbul to Gocek later this month, but flights are very expensive so I would ... A: The trip from Istanbul to Gocek is around 11- 12 hrs by bus . Renting a car and driving yourself ...
Relocation to turkey	4/15/2007
Q: I am thinking of relocating to Marmaris with my two children who are 12 and 6 to be with my Turkish ... A: I am sorry but I am not located in Marmaris so cant give you specific in fo re schools in that area ...
Cost of Food at a 4 Star Hotel in Taksim	4/11/2007
Q: I am looking at staying at a 4 star hotel in Taksim, Istanbul for four days. I would like to know ... A: I think it would be much easier for you to look at the websites of the 4 star hotel or hotels that ...
Schools	4/2/2007
Q: I am looking at living in Turkey but i require a school for my son aged 7 and a daughter aged 11. I ... A: I am surprised that you are not finding much info on the web. Try www.mymerhaba.com - a website for ...
marrying in turkey	4/2/2007
Q: I am getting married in Turkey... my boyfriend and I have set the date to June of this year. But ... A: Only you can decide if you should be worried or not but generally if you have been married for a ...
Ferry connections between Mykonos and Turkey	3/27/2007
Q: What is the best way to get by ferry from Mykonos, Greece to Kusadasi, Turkey? We will be in ... A: Sorry my area is really Turkey and you will need to get a guide book or get online to find ferry ...
Ferry connections between Mykonos and Turkey	3/27/2007
Q: What is the best way to get by ferry from Mykonos, Greece to Kusadasi, Turkey? We will be in ... A: I am not sure that there is a direct ferry connection from Mykonos to Kusadasi but there are daily ...
Turks working abroad	3/27/2007
Q: sorry to bother you with such a random question but I'm hoping you might have some answers. I worked ... A: This is not a strange question but one that I hear on almost a daily basis . It seems that every ...
work and enjoy turkey	3/22/2007
Q: i would like to know if there is any recomended way to apply for summer jobs like ... A: turkeycentyral.com. Most summer jobs though are advertised locally in the various resorts etc . Why ...
walking and hiking in the bodrum peninsula	3/18/2007
Q: could you recommend a good book that highlights walks in this area including if possible a good ... A: I was just asked by this website to hurry up and answer this question but I have been asking all the ...
employment	1/17/2007
Q: my partner and i will be moving to the bodrum peninsula later this year, will we be able to work or ... A: Sorry I havent replied but I am currently on holiday . You will need employment visas for Turkey if ...
Workin marmaris	1/1/2007
Q: i would like to knw about any work going in marmaris, i have bar and restaurnt experience and would ... A: Apologies for the delay but I am currently away on holiday . I hsave answered this question about ...
Bus transportation schedule	11/29/2006
Q: I am looking for a friend who want to know if there is a bus from Adana to kayseri. Can you help. If ... A: Maeve, Yes there are 2-3 times daily buses from Adana to Kayseri and back . Not entirely sure of the ...
Time required in Turkey	11/16/2006
Q: Good Morning Ruth, I have a question, my other half and I live in Dubai, and we really do want to ... A: My apologies for the delay in reply but I needed to be sure that I had the right info . Foreigners ...
Cost of apartments in Turkey	11/13/2006
Q: Just a huge thank you note. By the way, I am Canadian, married 4 years to a Turkish man, living in ... A: Whether you are still married to a Turkish man or not you can in fact take out Turkish Citizenship . ...
belek	11/12/2006
Q: 1. what is the weather we should be expecting around 27 november. 2. is the cost of local goods ... A: Tracy , the answers to the questions that you are asking can easily be found in any travel brochure ...
Cost of apartments in Turkey	11/12/2006
Q: I would like to know what you mean by "taking residency". Is this an immigration procedure? Where ... A: Sorry what I meant was to apply for anon working residents permit . The regulations vary depending ...
Cost of apartments in Turkey	11/11/2006
Q: What is the average cost of apartment renting in different locations in Turkey? Regular, no luxury, ... A: I seem to be answering this question alot so maybe you would like to check some of my previous ...
Cappadocia Cave Hotels	10/30/2006
Q: my wife and two kids are stationed here at Incirlik and we are planning a trip to Cappadocia, in ... A: Nice to hear from you. We get many families from Incirlik here in Cappadocia and they generally stay ...
Psychotherapy in Turkey	10/22/2006
Q: i am a psychotherapist working successfully in the UK, and i am thinking about relocating to Turkey. ... A: There are many Turkish psychotherapists working within the Turkish culture and slowly over the last ...
e	10/21/2006
Q: ive lived in turkey for 2 years and naw i would like to teach young children english,preferably in ... A: I have answered so many questions like this in the last few months - why not check through some of ...
Istanbul	10/18/2006
Q: i'm going to turkey for a few days and will be staying in Marmara hotel in taksim, so i would like ... A: The Marmaris Hotel is a very well known centrally located hotel - 5 mins to Dolmabache Palace and ...
Kurban Bayram	10/15/2006
Q: My husband and I are interested in visiting Turkey, 30 Dec - 7 Jan 06. We live in Saudi Arabia and ... A: Kurban Bayram this year is on the 30th Dec - 2nd Jan and generally all shopsand many tourist sites ...
job	10/12/2006
Q: . i am romanian , and living since 1 year in Turkey .. i would like to know how can i get a ... A: I am not located in Istanbul so its hard to give you specific info . Why not call the IWI - ...
teaching english	10/1/2006
Q: i'm interested to teach English as a second language there so i need your help.i am teaching English ... A: There are a huge number of jobs teaching English in Turkey . You should just put English teaching ...
Retirement	9/30/2006
Q: My wife and I intend to sell our house in England and retire to Turkey in the DALYAN area.We will ... A: A simialr question seems to come up every week regarding work opportunities in Turkey so please have ...
EXPERT ON ST SOPHIA	9/26/2006
Q: we are filming in Turkey and would love to interview someone who really knows the cathedral and the ... A: I am really unable to help you as I dont know of an expert on By7zantine Art . However I would try ...
work	9/22/2006
Q: i have read from the past questions that the easiest job to get in marmaris is maybe working as a ... A: I think vertually all the nanny agencies hire out of Istanbul and then place in various locations ...
English Language Status in Turkey	9/20/2006
Q: I am back again with a new question, sorry for nothering you, can you please tell me the approximate ... A: So sorry , I have no idea how many people are doing Ielts or Toefl . I suggest you look up the ...
going to turkey for 3 months	9/9/2006
Q: I am 26 year old girl currently living in london. Just come back after a week in turkey enjoyed it ... A: Emma , I keep seeming to answer the same quaestions over and over - was it not possible to see all ...
work	8/23/2006
Q: many thanks gemma tinkler A: Gemma, As you have given me almost no information about what work you and your partner do , where ...
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: Hayleigh , It would be impossible to get care work of the elderly here in Turkey . The society is ...
turkey in winter	8/13/2006
Q: We are planning a trip to Turkey in mid November of this year, but as we search the guidebooks we ... A: Mid November in Turkey is still an ok time to travel and there are still numbers of tourists around ...
Relocating to Turkey	8/12/2006
Q: I was wondering if you could help me. I live in the Uk and my partner is Kurdish and lives in ... A: Sorry I did answer this question yesterday but you may have not recieved my reply . As I am not ...
English Language Status in Turkey	8/8/2006
Q: Your responses till now have been very helpful and informative. Is it is possible for you to tell me ... A: Sorry Viky , I couldnt possibly give you accurate information on how many schools teach which ...
cost of living/salary	8/8/2006
Q: I will be teaching in Turkey, Istanbul for a year and they are paying me 750 lire.(YTL). Is this ... A: If they are paying for your housing and the associated costs of electricity etc then you could get ...
English Language Status in Turkey	8/3/2006
Q: it was really helpful to me. I am sorry to bother you again but was a little curious to know if the ... A: Actually English is taught in all the schools in Western and Central Turkey for a few years at least ...
English Language Status in Turkey	8/3/2006
Q: I have read a lot of your expert answers on Turkeyposted in this website .I am planning to shift to ... A: There are a huge number of English language schools in Trkey fromthe British and American schools , ...
working in turkey	7/28/2006
Q: I am a qualified nursery nurse and also a qualified care assistant. I am wanting to move to turkey ... A: I presumed it is you that I replied to yesterday . As a nurse or qualified care assistant I would ...
working in turkey	7/27/2006
Q: I am interested in trying to find work in Marmaris and was wondering about the best way of finding ... A: Chloe, Everyone who works in Turkey needs a work permit and these are hard to get unless you can ...
Car Hire	7/26/2006
Q: We are about to visit Bodrum. Is it better to wait until we get to Bodrum to hire a car or should ... A: Renting a car here is aprox 50-70 YTL per day(GBP17- 25) , plus our expensive petrol prices (GBP1.12 ...
Cash Machines	7/24/2006
Q: We are about to visit Bodrum. Are there cash machines (ATM's) in banks . If not is it better to ... A: Yes there are cash machines now throughout Turkey even in the smaller tourist villages . Its always ...
Work permit and Visa, how to apply	7/23/2006
Q: I am currently seeking a nanny post in Turkey. I have not yet been in contact with a suitable family ... A: The nanny agency should apply for you as its much easier for them to get a Turkish work permit for ...
hotel info	7/23/2006
Q: just wondering if you can get me some info on a hotel called kusasan family club, in kusadasi. just ... A: Sorry I am really unable to help you with this . Why not just put the name into any search engine ...
work in turkey	7/20/2006
Q: Im a student currently studying travel and tourism and have been going on holiday to turkey for the ... A: You most certainly need a work visa and if you go onto www.mymerhaba.com you will find all the ...
Relatively Untouristy seaside villages	7/14/2006
Q: my boyfriend and I are looking for a relatively untouristy seaside village. We are not ... A: It is a few years since I have been on the coast of Turkey and Tourism still develops there at an ...
Turasan wines	7/3/2006
Q: I was in Turkey a few months ago and enjoyed the wine. Can Turasan be purchased in the United States ... A: You will have to do a hunt and find a specialist wine shop or ask your local distributer for Turasan ...
Franchise in turkey	6/5/2006
Q: Ruth I have been offered the opportunity of a franchise in turkey, auditing comperessed air ... A: I actually know nothing about Fanchising in Turkey but suggest that you contact the Turkish Chamber ...
cost of living	5/3/2006
Q: i am looking into living in Turkey for 4-12 months and am enquiring about the average cost to rent ... A: Great to hear that you are planning to spend some time in Turkey. Rent prices vary from place to ...
boutique hotel	4/28/2006
Q: I have a question for you :) I am planning to visit Cappadocia in June and after checking with the ... A: I cant really tell you which of the hotels to choose as its really a matter of personal taste . ...
Istanbul & Izmir	4/25/2006
Q: I am first time visiting the places and have very short hour as I am following the cruise ship this ... A: I would be very happy to rpovide you with whatever info you need but the information you have given ...
safe for gays in turkey?	4/23/2006
Q: My partner has been wishing for us to travel to Istanbul. Being lesbians, I'm wondering about the ... A: The gay scene is still in its relative infancy in Turkey and can still be frowned upon by more ...
turkish gardens	3/26/2006
Q: i am researching a book on turkish gardens and garden structures and have completed the research on ... A: Thats a marvellous question and I just wish I had the right information for you but its really out ...
International schools in Antalya	3/23/2006
Q: We would like to relocate to Turkey and we are interested if there are any international schools ... A: Without a doubt the best thing for you to do is to go onto www.mymerhaba.com. Its a website designed ...
Turkish Coast, Istanbul June	3/11/2006
Q: Ruth said: "I really am not at all fond of Kusadasi and if you have an option to stay elsewhere I ... A: Istanbul used to be the safest and easiest of any major international city that I have ever visited ...
Turkish Coast, Istanbul June	3/9/2006
Q: To: Ruth From: Terry Casey in Columbus, Ohio You have an impressive background! Will be doing in ... A: Great to hear from you . Yes indeed your time is very li,mited , though from a look through your ...
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: Sorry I would like to answer this question more thoroughly but I am in Malaysia right now on holiday ...
Visiting Istanbul and Gocek	10/23/2005
Q: I will be visiting Istanbul in early December for only 2 full days- I am looking for a wonderful ... A: I dont normally recommend hotels or guides as there is just such a huge variety to choose from .Look ...
Information	10/5/2005
Q: My daughter is in the third grade here in El Paso, Illinois. Each year the school does an ... A: I dont normally do homework projects but will help how I can . I would suggest you try quite a few ...
Turkish architecture and interior design	9/6/2005
Q: Ruth, I am an interior design student from the U.S. and have been assigned to design an ... A: That sounds like a wonderfully exciting assignment ! My best recommendation is to look for two books ...
New to Turkey	9/6/2005
Q: My wife and myself are thinking of going to Turkey in early October.Could you advise us of where to ... A: There are many beautiful places to stay in Turkey and October is the beginning of Autumn so although ...
Turkey with toddler	6/8/2005
Q: I saw your advice and am eager to know more. My wife and I love to travel, but travel with a 13 ... A: No need to feel daunted with a 13 month old . Turkey is very child friendly , children go everywhere ...
cappadocia and turkish coast	5/29/2005
Q: A journalist friend of mine Karen Holdem recommended your lovely boutique hotel to stay in, but we ... A: My apologies for the delay in reply . I had actually written qwuite extensively to all your ...
Currency and Language	5/22/2005
Q: Our first trip to Istanbul... Should we carry more currencies than just euros? We have learned ... A: My apologies , I did reply to this email immediately but you obviously didnt recieve it . Euros ...
Currency and Language	5/22/2005
Q: Our first trip to Istanbul... Should we carry more currencies than just euros? We have learned ... A: Well I am sure you will just love your first visit to Turkey . Euros is very acceptable and I ...
Accommodation and sight seeing	4/26/2005
Q: We are 2 friends from Greece and we are organizing (with our girlfriends) a trip to Istanbul during ... A: I do not know of any camp grounds around Istanbuland as it is such a huge city if you were staying ...
Visit Istanbul	4/19/2005
Q: me and my girlfriend would like to visit Istanbul in August/September. Can you tell me which is the ... A: Apologies for the delay in reply but my computer kept blocking this page ! August / September is a ...
Turkey itinerary	4/15/2005
Q: I have an itinerary question. I am considering a two-week trip to Turkey in May. I've narrowed my ... A: There is some logic in the way you are doing things, but I have a few suggestions that you may wish ...
Istanbul - sight seeing short break	4/13/2005
Q: Myself and my friend plan to visit Istanbul the first week of May. I am interested in the hotel ... A: You and your friend would find Istanbul a fascinating city to visit for a short break. I would ...
Visiting Turkey with Kids	2/24/2005
Q: My husband and I are taking our kids (ages 7, 6, 4) to Turkey at the beginning of April. We are ... A: My apologies for the delay in reply but I have just returned from a holiday in NZ and am still ...
visit to istanbul in April	2/8/2005
Q: Ruth - my family (wife, 2 teen daughters) and i are visiting istanbul in early april. can u ... A: My apologies for the delay in reply but I am currently in NZ on holiday . Istanbul is a ...
Purchasing fabrics in Istambul	2/1/2005
Q: I am from the Basque Country (North of Spain) and I am planning to visit Istambul next week. I am ... A: So sorry for the delay in reply but I am currently in NEW zEALAND on holiday at the moment . I am ...
Purchasing fabrics in Istambul	2/1/2005
Q: I am from the Basque Country (North of Spain) and I am planning to visit Istambul next week. I am ... A: Sorry I thought I answered this queation . Try behind the Spice Bazaar (Egyptian or Misir ...
Kurban Bayram in Istanbul	1/13/2005
Q: My wife and I are planning to have a few days in Instanbul from 21 Jan which will be during Kurban ... A: You shouldnt have too many problems during Kurban Bayram . Most of the sites will be open, the Grand ...
moving to turkey	1/12/2005
Q: i live in scotland and my parents have bought a house out in turkey and moving there in may i would ... A: Sorry Vickie , I have no idea where Altinkum is - is it one of the smaller villages near Bodrum or ...
moving to turkey	1/9/2005
Q: i live in scotland and my parents have bought a house out in turkey and moving there in may i would ... A: Sorry for the delay in reply but ý an in Australia on holiday at the moment. I could answer you ...
first time visiting Istanbul	1/6/2005
Q: Hi. I will be travelling to Istanbul from Jan. 20 to 23rd with my family. I am a 45 years old ... A: My apologies for the delay in reply but I am in Australia on holiday so am not on the internet ...
starting a business	1/3/2005
Q: I lived in Istanbul for 3 years, three years ago, and have an apartment and an old house there. ... A: You just caught me before I leave for a 7 week vacation so this answer is a little rushed . All the ...
istanbul sightseeing	12/30/2004
Q: What are the unique sights of istanbul that you recommend for seeing in half a days halt at ... A: Istanbul is such a huge and magnificant city with so many sites that it would be very difficult to ...
Visiting Istanbul	12/27/2004
Q: We are visiting Istanbul from Azerbaijan this week for 3 days from 30 December to 1 January. Can ... A: Well with only 3 days in the wonderful city of Istanbul , I suggest you base yourselves in a hotel ...
Eczema Remedy In Turkey	12/13/2004
Q: I will be arriving in Istanbul on Christmas Day and i have a question. I have heard from friends ... A: My apologies for the delay in reply . Th interesting spa that you asked about is situated 12 km ...
i want to Turkey in business, it is ok	11/25/2004
Q: how to do , can I going to Turkey develop trade china-turkey and find profit . A: Your question is very general and therfore difficult to answer accurately . I dont know what sort of ...
Visiting Turkey (First Time)	10/24/2004
Q: My friend and I are now booked to fly in to Istanbul on 29oct and leave 16nov. We have made no other ... A: Great to hear that you are on your way ! There are plenty of ATM machine s available in Turkey and ...
Visiting Turkey (First Time)	10/21/2004
Q: we are 2 Chinese guys (aged 30s)from Singapore planning to visit Turkey for the first time. We plan ... A: However November and December can be quite coldand apart from the meditteranean coast araea you will ...
Ruth, please send me some info. I have a gro	10/5/2004
Q: up of 3 for April for 3 days. Best hotel/guide in n Cappadocia? Is Matiana still in existence? A: How is everything with you these days . Part of your message was missing so I presume you are after ...
Starting a Business in Turkey	9/29/2004
Q: I have recently found that here in Canada we have a program that will allow Canadian citizens the ... A: Wee your is a very difficult question to answer as Turkey is growing at such a phenomenal rate and ...
Importing into US from Turkey	9/26/2004
Q: We recently vistied Istanbul for the first time, and I have several questions regarding merchants, ... A: I know I used your email to reply but now this website keeps sending me reminder messages to answer ...
sailing in Turkey	9/6/2004
Q: I have read about Gulets and am interested in travelling this way. What are current fuel prices for ... A: Sorry Gulets are somewhat out of my league . Having worked in the travel industry for years Gulets ...
Wine Tasting	8/31/2004
Q: I have heard that the Central Anatolia region has a good number of wineries. I am unclear as to ... A: Hmmm you have hit a bit of a spot with this question as although there is quite a huge amount of ...
Kids in Cappadocia	8/10/2004
Q: at the end of September, with our two daughters, ages 4 and 6. We are planning to stay at Gamirasu ... A: Well Cappadocia is not the easiest place re activities for kids as the natural scenery is so ...
boat or villa	7/3/2004
Q: Ruth, We are a group of 6 friends from Italy, we'd like to organise our vacations in the first half ... A: You are not too late at all to make a bookingfor an August holiday in Turkey. I love doing the ...
tour of Istanbul	6/27/2004
Q: I am a New Zealander and I will be in Istanbul on the 14-17th of September 04. I would be very ... A: so I hope I can help . I am not located in Istanbul but know the city very very well .It is without ...
hotels	6/16/2004
Q: What is the best area to stay in during the end of july, when visiting on holiday? A: July is vertually the hottest month in Turkey . If you are a real sun lover stay somewhere on the ...
Traveling Alone	6/15/2004
Q: I am in love with early byzantine artwork. This fall, I would like to travel to Istanbul. However, ... A: Being a woman by your self there is no problem as long as you are both sensible in your clothing and ...
whats it like their	5/26/2004
Q: istanbul is the main city im interested in. 1) what is the climate like 2) Is their a lot of ... A: Apologies for the delay in reply but I was having computer problems . Istanbul is a great city , ...
area's to visit in Turkey for two weeks	5/24/2004
Q: I planned with my wife and 3 daughters to visit Turkey this summer, starting july 2004 until july ... A: Well for a two week holiday there is a realtively easy loop you can do of Turkey that includes ; ...
Dear Ruth, I would very much...	4/14/2004
Q: I would very much appreciate it if you could help me on this. I'd like to know if there is a train ... A: so sorry I did in fact answer this question but it seems you may not have recieved the reply . There ...
Travel	3/14/2004
Q: My Name is Chris and I'm from London. I am currently thinking (My dream) to go and live and ... A: apologies for the delay in reply but I have been away on business for a couple of days . The best ...
[ur knowledge required]info about culture n economy of TURKEY	3/11/2004
Q: ASSALAM-O-ALAKUM sir u r saying right i search it all but u can help me in that matter only that ... A: This would take me absolute hours to answer your questions,fully and with respect . However I really ...
[ur knowledge required]info about culture n economy of TURKEY	3/9/2004
Q: AOA sir plz tell me that what is the way of worship,living & thinking of the ppl live in TURKEY i ... A: I am possible not the best person for you to contact as I am a foreigner living in Turkey for 15 ...
turism	3/7/2004
Q: I am planning to visit Istanbul for the first time. I will be there for a period of 4 days in end of ... A: Istanbul is a fantastic city and well worth a visit . If it is possible try and book your ...
Backpacking Turkey in winter?	11/15/2003
Q: I am considering backpacking in Turkey in December. I would like to know if sufficient bus services ... A: Generally most tourist sites and services operate as normal throughout the winter . Some restaurants ...
vacation with a 1-year old	9/16/2003
Q: I need a piece of advice! I want to go to the Turkey in the begining of October with my husband and ... A: I am not really equiped to answer this question as it is ages since I have had a one year old child ...
importing kilms/fabrics/tile	9/14/2003
Q: I am traveling to Turkey in two weeks and hope to purchase a small amount of goods for myself and ... A: If you are travelling to Cappadocia ,as a carpet dealer I can certainly help you purchase some small ...

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