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Do Not Chage Cash at the Airport/Atms
Submitted by M05462 on 2007-09-19 04:16:32
The banks at the airport charge commission to change money; in the city there are plenty of private exchange shops as well as banks (banks waste time). They do not charge a commission in the city (except some exchange vendors at the grand bazaar).
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Turkey Travel Tips : Money issues
Submitted by M16426 on 2009-02-06 13:15:43
Oftentimes, it's the little things we learn that help make our travels more enjoyable.
Money Tips:
- You will get a better rate of exchange for cash than for travelers cheques. We found that the exchange places charged a commission for
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Turkey Travel Tips: How to dress?
Submitted by M16426 on 2009-02-06 13:15:22
- Don't bring too many clothes from home. Buy them there. It is inexpensive, especially if you discuss the price and bargain.
- Wear flat shoes for walking, and watch where you are walking. The sidewalks are often not only uneven, but also
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Turkey travel tips: Food
Submitted by M16426 on 2009-02-06 13:18:20
- In the restaurants, keep track of what you ordered and notice the prices. Make your own bill (on a paper or with a pocket calculator). Do it obviously, so the waiters can see it. You will have no surprise when you ask for their "real"
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Turkey travel tips : Don't miss
Submitted by M16426 on 2009-02-06 13:19:58
- When in Bodrum, take a one day boat trip from the harbor, about $10-20 CND ($7-14 US) includes lunch. Its very relaxing and beautiful, and will take you to a number of gorgeous little coves. It can be a bit too many people so spend a bit more and
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Turkey travel tips: Transportation
Submitted by M16426 on 2009-02-06 13:21:53
- Use a dolmus - an inexpensive transportation system - using cars from the 50's (in Istanbul) or mini-buses (elsewhere) as a cross between a bus and a taxi. You get on at certain locations, the dolmus has a predefined route, but you can get off
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Turkey travel tips
Submitted by M16426 on 2009-02-06 13:25:14
- Learn a few words of the Turkish language, such as "Hello", "Thank you", and so on. Turkish people appreciate this very much.
- Always ask a price before you decide to buy a good or a service. e.g., once a shoeshine-boy
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Top Ten Travel Tips for Turkey
Submitted by bindero at traveltipcenter.com on 2009-07-03 00:41:35
Visa requirements vary from country to country.
Check if you need a visa by calling your local Turkish Consulate. And make sure that you learn some Turkish before you
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