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– BRINGING TURKISH HOSPITALITY TO THE SKIES
DISCOVER ISTANBUL – THE CITY THAT UNITES TWO CONTINENTS FLY NON-STOP FROM EDINBURGH WITH TURKISH AIRLINES
Istanbul, a modern city that rests upon the ruins of great empires, is like one massive UNESCO World Heritage Site and without a doubt, one of the world’s must-visit locations.
Perfect for a stopover or holiday,
the city has it all - history, culture, atmosphere, amazing food and shopping plus an unparalleled setting like no other - the city straddles the Bosporus Strait at the convergence between Europe and Asia Minor, where East meets West.
Visitors can discover trendy bars, restaurants, art galleries and clubs as well as designer clothing outlets.
• If clients are travelling from their hotel to a location and back to the hotel, tell them to ask the hotel to get a translation of the address into Turkish so the taxi driver knows exactly where to go.
• Consider a guided tour around the main sights as there is so much to see and find out about the incredible histories and stories.
• A Bosphorus cruise is a great experience and ideal for seeing more of the city and its sights in one go. There is a large choice of options, revealing a stunning view of the city skyline - especially at night.
THE GRAND BAZAAR
Opened in 1461, the Grand Bazaar is one of the oldest and largest covered markets in the world. Ranked as one of the most visited tourist attractions, the
Istanbul is Europe’s most populous city - home to 14 million inhabitants, which gives it an incredible hustle
and bustle as the locals go about their daily lives. There are endless things to do. Classic heritage sights include the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia Mosque and Topkapi Palace, home to numerous Sultans of the Ottoman Empire over the centuries.
If you can drag yourself away from the historic monuments and palaces, the city has a flourishing, vibrant and hugely popular arts and live music scene with an international appeal.
Bazaar has an incredible history. The numbers are simply staggering - 61 covered streets and over 4,000 shops with thousands of employees. They say if you can’t find it in the Grand Bazaar, it’s not been made!
ISTANBUL TOP TIPS
EDINBURGH - ISTANBUL
Daily Flights
Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays
TK1344 Edinburgh-Istanbul – Depart 1040 Arrive 1705
TK1343 Istanbul-Edinburgh – Depart 0730 Arrive 0950
Tuesdays, Thursdays, Sundays
TK1346 Edinburgh-Istanbul – Depart 1640 Arrive 2305
TK1345 Istanbul-Edinburgh – Depart 1325 Arrive 1550
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For inspiration on things to do and places to see, the Istanbul Travel Guide at blog.turkishairlines.com is an ideal place to start.
The Grand Bazaar is an absolute must visit experience but because of its size, it can be easy to get lost. Be sure to tell your clients that the exits are numbered and signed so that they take note of their exit number and return there otherwise they will end up in a different area of the city.
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