GETTING THERE
From April-September there are numerous charter airlines competing for direct flights from all major European airports to both Izmir and Bodrum airports, such as Turkish Airlines, British Airlines and Lufthansa offers year round daily flights from the European Airports to these airports as well as many other low cost air carriers like Easy Jet. .

POLITICAL AND ECONOMIC SITUATION IN TURKEY
Turkey is showing an excellent economic performance. This is a reflection of the political stability of the country as a whole. The country's progress in recent years has been remarkable. The benefits of the government's commitment to its economic program are clearly visible. Much has been achieved since the current reform program was started. The challenge now is to build on those achievements and exploit Turkey's potential as a rapidly-growing and increasingly sophisticated economy. Turkey's system of government is based on free and democratic elections.

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED TO PURCHASE A PROPERTY IN TURKEY
Buyer’s passport(s), which need to be copied and translated into Turkish, as well as passport sized photographs. The public notary’s office works in conjunction with the Land Registry Office and the Aegean Army. The translated documents will be checked by the Army to ensure there is no record of criminal intent or activity against the Turkish state.



LOCAL PEOPLE and FOREIGNERS
Turkish people are extremely hospitable and friendly. They will welcome foreigners and will be delight to help them. Turkey is a family orientated society and children are welcome almost everywhere.

LOCAL HEALTHCARE
The standard is generally very good. All foreigners have to pay for medical treatment and there are reciprocal private health plans available from the well known European Health insurance companies which will be accepted in the private hospitals. Foreigners can purchase health plans in Turkey up to the age of 55 years.

LOCAL SCHOOLS AND COLLEGES
As a resident, you can send your children to either public or private schools. Both of them offer a good standard of education. There are also private schools with native English speaking teachers. These typically cater pupils from all over the world.

GENERAL COST OF LIVING AND WHAT IS EATING OUT
Fresh food is a great value for money. You’ll find most items much cheaper than in the European countries, with the exception of perhaps fuel.
Turkey has very rich and diverse cuisine and prices are at least lower than in Europe. Turkey is a Muslim country, but pork can still be found in some restaurants and shops. There is a wide choice of other meats, seafood and vegetables. As well as Turkish cuisine, you will be able to sample English, Italian, Chinese and French food.

PETS
Yes you can. You must first obtain a ‘pet passport’ and vets documents. For more information
you can call your local Pets Office in your country