I visited Turkey recently for 7 days and had a great experience.
The scene is Scene has improved recently. Pricing was fair.
Spent about $53/day on the hobby side. Best part was the quality of the GFE.
Overall: 8/10. Exceeded expectations.
Happy to answer questions.
Getting a SIM card in Turkey
Started by NewcastleNick · 16 Mar 2026 · 1071 views
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17 Mar 2026 at 21:23
Quick question — how was the Uber availability?
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Saving this thread for my trip planning. Gold mine of information.
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18 Mar 2026 at 18:47
This matches my experience. Turkey is underrated.
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18 Mar 2026 at 23:13
Not sure I agree about that area. I found a different part to be better value.
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19 Mar 2026 at 04:07
Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything checks out.
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19 Mar 2026 at 05:23
Good info. I'd add that going during the week is much better — less crowded, better prices.
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19 Mar 2026 at 09:31
100% agree. The variety is hard to beat.
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Adding my experience from February.
The scene has changed a bit since pre-COVID. Biggest change: better quality overall.
The scene has changed a bit since pre-COVID. Biggest change: better quality overall.
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19 Mar 2026 at 16:27
+1 on this. Exactly my experience too. Great destination.
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19 Mar 2026 at 22:11
Nice report. Heading there next month — exactly the intel I needed.
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20 Mar 2026 at 06:45
+1 on this. Exactly my experience too. Great destination.
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20 Mar 2026 at 14:06
Quick question — how was the ATM situation?
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How does it compare to the Philippines?
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How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?
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21 Mar 2026 at 05:28
Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything checks out.
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21 Mar 2026 at 09:31
This is outdated info IMO. Things have changed since the new laws came in. Current prices are about the same than what's described here.
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Nice report. Heading there next month — exactly the intel I needed.
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Agreed on all points. Make sure to book hotels in advance.
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Saving this thread for my trip planning. Gold mine of information.
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