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The more the merrier: Istanbulites to have a laugh and lots of shopping bags
Events for the expat community in Istanbul continue this month with a wide selection of English language stand-up comedy shows, game nights, holiday markets and seminars more
Halloween celebrated big-time in Istanbul
Get ready for chills with the scariest and most-awaited holiday of the year: Halloween comes to Istanbul More
Expats on a mission: Doing good, learning and sharing
There is a lot going on this week in the expat community in Istanbul, with opportunities to join in, meet new people, learn something new and do good for the planet More
Celebrating Turkish cuisine at food fests in Istanbul and İzmir
Over the next two weeks, Istanbul and İzmir will host two separate tantalizing food festivals focusing on Turkish cuisine, offering tastings, cooking classes and talks More
UK-based Turkish chef brings her recipes to Bodrum
Turkish chef Özlem Warren who lives in the U.K. brings most-loved Turkish recipes together for her new cookbook in English, offering a peek into the Turkish cuisine More
Istanbul 5 Days: Turkey's biggest orienteering event
Coming up this month is Istanbul 5 Days, an orienteering competition that takes place over five days in different locations throughout Istanbul. Hundreds of people of all ages and levels from all over the world will take part in the event More
Retirees in Bodrum gear up for learning, traveling and fun
The Bodrum Herodot Third Age Academy, A volunteer association based on shared learning organizes a wide variety of enriching activities, which will resume this month after its summer hiatus More
Expats reunite: The fall season starts for expat community events
Trivia nights, stand-up shows, pop-up dinners and open mics are just some of the great events in Istanbul to choose from this month organized by foreigners residing in the city and are popular with the expat community More
Networking in Istanbul: Where expats connect
With new expats arriving in town daily, we are offering a guide on where to meet fellow foreigners in the city while also challenging yourself intellectually, pursuing an artistic ambition or enjoying a great meal More
Literary events in Istanbul for booklovers and writers
As fall settles in and we return to our cooler-weather routines, there are a number of great literary events and activities to help fill your new autumn schedule More
Path to the art of feeling good passes through Bodrum this weekend
Bodrum, Turkey's most popular holiday destination, will be hosting two fun festivals this weekend, WellFest, a celebration of wellness, and Kraft Fest, a medley of art, music and gastronomy More
English-language talks and seminars this week
There will be a number of great thought-provoking and proactive events this week in Istanbul taking place in English, and in innovative spaces More
World Clean Up Day comes to Turkey big time
Offering a great opportunity to meet like-minded individuals while doing good for the planet, there will be a number of events held this Saturday throughout Turkey to mark World Clean Up Day More
Now is the time to visit Turkey's water sports destinations
Surrounded by water on three sides, Turkey is a haven for water sports enthusiasts. Luckily, September is the best month to explore exciting activities both above and below the waves along the country's coasts More
Intro to Istanbul: Get to know the city
This month is all about enjoying and discovering Istanbul's spectacular venues with breathtaking views and meeting new people as the academic year begins and summer comes to an end More
Get your game on in Istanbul at GameX 2018
Starting this Thursday, Sept. 6 and continuing through Sept. 9, the Tüyap Fair and Convention Center will be hosting GameX 2018, the largest international digital game and entertainment fair for Turkey and the wider Europe, Middle East and Africa region More
Expats serving expats: If you need help just YellAli
From residence permits to buying property; Yell Ali offers all sorts of guidance via their informative website, entertaining blog and offices in Fethiye, Bodrum and Istanbul that are run by expats for expats in Turkey
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'Tis the season to be jolly: Xmas events in Turkey
Holiday season has finally arrived in Turkey and expats living in Istanbul as well as Muğla's Bodrum and Fethiye have many options for celebrating the holiday
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Istanbul gets some Latin fever and flavors
Azùcar is Cihangir's newest addition, opening its doors in early November to introduce a whole new range of Latin flavors to Istanbul
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Feeling the holiday spirit: December events for expats
If you feel the holiday spirit firing up in your veins, these expats events in Istanbul will suit you perfectly this December
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Go gift-hunting at Istanbul's holiday markets
Starting this weekend, there will be plenty of holiday bazaars throughout Istanbul to help you find the perfect gift for yourself or your loved ones
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New media, latest tech trends focus of upcoming expat events
Coming up this week are three great events in Istanbul tackling innovations in new media and technology to keep connected to the modern world
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Expat Corner
Time to talk turkey: Thanksgiving in Istanbul
The most delicious American holiday Thanksgiving, this Thursday and there are many opportunities for expats living in Turkey to enjoy the holiday spirit abroad
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Renowned chefs gather in Istanbul for gastronomy events
This month Istanbul will host two of the most significant culinary events in the country in which chefs from all over the world will be showcasing their talent
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Get inspired with expos on creative hobbies and design
As the year and holiday season come to an end, it is a great time to get working on that hobby or craft you always wanted to take up. What better place to do that than the Creative Hobby Supplies Trade Fair that will kick off in Istanbul this week
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Seferihisar to celebrate mandarins and agriculture
The town of Seferihisar is a lesser-known spot for visiting foreigners but a beloved area for Turks for its harbor region Sığacık and the ancient city of Teos, which will be hosting four days of festivities to celebrate the region's mandarin harvest and ‘agriculture days'
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Turkey's cover bands make the rounds
The live performance days of the Beetles or Queen might be over but Turkish cover bands keep the legendary music bands' spirits alive
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Get giggling: Discovering Turkey's comedy scene this month
The month of November is one of the funniest of times to be in town because both Istanbul and Ankara will be hosting fortnight-long comedy festivals, showcasing Turkey's greatest talents to get you laughing
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Fun-filled events for expats in November
This November, Istanbul's expat scene is thriving with a number of entertaining event series, dinners and parties
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Doppelganger fruits: Don't let them fool you
While the fall market in terms of fruit may seem pale in comparison to summer's gorgeous selection, there are a number of hidden gems harvested this season that are especially tricky to discern from others but are great natural remedies
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