TWiBT Airfare Alert - Fly to Turkey for $274

TWiBT CHEAP AIRFARE ALERT!!!

Destination:  Turkey

Although smuggling drugs is never advisable, Turkey has come a long way from the days of Midnight Express.  As exotic as it may sound to some, rest assured countless Americans and European tourists flock to Turkey every year to see their breathtaking architecture, try a Turkish bath, or gobble up some Turkish food such as Balik Elmek (fish sandwich), Döner (meat), or Dondurma (ice cream).  The capital city, Istanbul is a unique cultural hub of the world.  It is also the perfect place to either spend your entire trip in or to branch out from and explore other parts of the country.

What to do in Istanbul?
Due to its geographical position, Turkey has an interesting mix of European and Central Asian culture.  In Istanbul, the must-see site is the Hagia Sofia.  This former Church, turned Mosque, turned museum dates back to Constantinople and has architecture unlike any other in the world.  When in Istanbul, if you feel the need to shop, be sure to check out the Grand Bazaar.  This massive market is completely covered to escape the sun.  It is an interesting historical site, as it opened in 1461.  Be warned though, merchants are known to be extremely pushy.  The simple “I’m just looking” that works in American stores, may not work to well in the Grand Bazaar.  Haggling is key in this region of the world, aim to get the item for 50-60% of listed price.  Like most European cities you’ll find a variety of nightlife in Istanbul, with something to suit everyone’s taste.  Consider a short evening cruise on the Bosphorus River, which connects the Black Sea to the Sea of Marmara.

Is Turkey expensive?
Turkey does not use the Euro, they use the Turkish Lira.  You will find that food is cheaper when decent meals can usually always be had for under $10.  For the backpacker, Turkey has many cheap hostels with dorms starting as low as $6.  Decent 3-4 star hotels are in the $30-$60 range.  Luxury travelers can get the most value here as 5 star hotels start as low as $85.  While there is a large disparity in the levels of luxury offered by many of the hotels rated 5 stars on Kayak.com, you can rest assured that you will be very comfortable in all of them.  No matter what your budget is, visiting Turkey does not really need to be an expensive endeavor.

Watch this short video for a taste of Turkey!


Airfare Example * from New York:
$274 NYC-Istanbul
Travel September-December
Fare Located HERE

Be sure to book your flight with a mileage earning credit card, also make sure you are earning miles for the actual flight, even if it is on an airline you don't think you'll ever fly again!  Remember, airline alliances.

Happy Budget Travels!

-Jason of TWiBT

*Example was found July 21st, 2011 at 11:23pm EST.