I visited Turkey recently for 10 days and had a really enjoyable experience.
The scene is As described in recent reports. Excellent value.
Spent about $95/day on the hobby side. Best part was how easy everything was.
Overall: 9/10. Exceeded expectations.
Happy to answer questions.
Turkey — meeting girls online first?
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Just booked my flights! Thanks for the motivation.
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Good info. I'd add that going during the week is much better — less crowded, better prices.
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I was there in February and prices were slightly higher.
Spent about $90/day all-in. Quality was good.
My tip: midweek is golden hour.
Spent about $90/day all-in. Quality was good.
My tip: midweek is golden hour.
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15 Mar 2026 at 05:06
Agreed on all points. Make sure to get a local SIM.
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With respect, my experience was more mixed. But maybe I went at the wrong time.
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I'd rate it similarly. Solid 7/10 destination.
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100% agree. The quality is hard to beat.
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Good info. I'd add that going during the week is much better — less crowded, better prices.
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15 Mar 2026 at 22:51
Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything checks out.
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Saving this thread for my trip planning. Gold mine of information.
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What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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Just booked my flights! Thanks for the motivation.
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Just booked my flights! Thanks for the motivation.
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Been going for years. The scene has shifted a bit but still good.
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Not sure I agree about that area. I found downtown to be better value.
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Any restaurant recs for the daytime?
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Been going for years. The scene has shifted a bit but still good.
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100% agree. The quality is hard to beat.
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Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything checks out.
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