Traveling advice?
My family never travelled, and I got no one to advise me on tips and things that I need to take into consideration.
For the ones who have travelled could you please give me. Advice on what needs doing.
And just a thought, for example, if I got injured in the other country, will there be different presedure or will I be acting like any other setizen in that contry.
Any advice from your research or own experience will help me for the future.
Thank you all!!!
Reply 1
My family never travelled, and I got no one to advise me on tips and things that I need to take into consideration.
For the ones who have travelled could you please give me. Advice on what needs doing.
And just a thought, for example, if I got injured in the other country, will there be different presedure or will I be acting like any other setizen in that contry.
Any advice from your research or own experience will help me for the future.
Thank you all!!!
I’d definitely recommend getting insurance! It’ll save you worrying about having to pay a big bill on the spot if you’re injured and need to go to hospital.
As for the actual travelling… defo check the airline’s rules for size and weight of bag if you’re putting something in cargo, as you’ll have to pay extra if it’s over. Same with hand luggage, for example I think easyjet allows a max of like 15kg of hand luggage at certain dimensions for free.
Check the liquid allowances, everything will probably have to be below 100ml if it’s going in your hand luggage and in sealable bags.
BRING SPARE CLOTHES IN HAND LUGGAGE. Even if it’s just a days worth of clothes, if your luggage gets lost it might take days to get back to you, and you don’t want to be stuck with the same clothes you had on on the plane. Similarly, don’t put anything you’ll need when you get there straight away in the luggage in your suitcase, if it’s lost and it has your booking for ur hotel or something, you’re screwed. I’m pretty sure you’re not allowed anything with batteries in in your suitcase too, like no laptops and stuff.
Anyways, have a good trip, hope this helps?
Reply 2
As for the actual travelling… defo check the airline’s rules for size and weight of bag if you’re putting something in cargo, as you’ll have to pay extra if it’s over. Same with hand luggage, for example I think easyjet allows a max of like 15kg of hand luggage at certain dimensions for free.
Check the liquid allowances, everything will probably have to be below 100ml if it’s going in your hand luggage and in sealable bags.
BRING SPARE CLOTHES IN HAND LUGGAGE. Even if it’s just a days worth of clothes, if your luggage gets lost it might take days to get back to you, and you don’t want to be stuck with the same clothes you had on on the plane. Similarly, don’t put anything you’ll need when you get there straight away in the luggage in your suitcase, if it’s lost and it has your booking for ur hotel or something, you’re screwed. I’m pretty sure you’re not allowed anything with batteries in in your suitcase too, like no laptops and stuff.
Anyways, have a good trip, hope this helps?
Thank you very, very much. It definitely helps ♥️
Reply 3
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Healthcare is affordable; however, getting travel insurance can be useful, especially for unexpected situations. Dial 112 for a free ambulance; public hospitals are cheap, private ones might be expensive.
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Avoid taxis unless necessary – some overcharge tourists. Use HAVAIST from the airport and get an Istanbulkart for metro, buses, and ferries. (This advice is for Istanbul)
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Don’t buy SIM cards at the airport as they are expensive. Buy from Turkcell, Vodafone, Türk Telekom in the city. A passport may be needed.
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Turkish people love foreigners who speak Turkish. Even a few words might get you some little free treats or discounts. 😅
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Bosphorus ferry ride is a must. Grab a simit (bread ring) from street vendors, buy tea on board, and feed the seagulls. Especially watching the sunset is awesome. (This is for Istanbul as well)
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Don’t drink tap water in big cities. Buy bottled water (5 L is cheaper). Safer in small towns, but bottled is always better.
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Avoid unknown areas alone, especially at night. Even in tourist zones, keep your phone and wallet secure in crowded places.
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If a restaurant is without menus, ask about prices before ordering; they can alter the price if they know you are tourists.
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Exchange currency wisely because airport rates are bad. Exchange only a small amount there. For better rates, search “döviz bürosu + [area]” on Google.
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Markets and bazaars: Most brand items are fake. Bargaining is normal – try walking away, they might call you back with a better price 😄
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WhatsApp is the most used messaging app in Turkey.
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The BEST places to swim in Turkiye are: 1. Fethiye Oludeniz (Mugla) - less salty, warm and less wavy, Marmaris, Patara Beach (Antalya) and Bodrum (Mugla).
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Check out local night bazaars in tourist towns, it would be such a great experience for you on a chill summer night with a Turkish ice cream in your hand.
Last but not least, welcome to our country, and I hope these tips will be helpful and you will enjoy your time there! Have a great trip! ☺️
Reply 5
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Healthcare is affordable; however, getting travel insurance can be useful, especially for unexpected situations. Dial 112 for a free ambulance; public hospitals are cheap, private ones might be expensive.
•
Avoid taxis unless necessary – some overcharge tourists. Use HAVAIST from the airport and get an Istanbulkart for metro, buses, and ferries. (This advice is for Istanbul)
•
Don’t buy SIM cards at the airport as they are expensive. Buy from Turkcell, Vodafone, Türk Telekom in the city. A passport may be needed.
•
Turkish people love foreigners who speak Turkish. Even a few words might get you some little free treats or discounts. 😅
•
Bosphorus ferry ride is a must. Grab a simit (bread ring) from street vendors, buy tea on board, and feed the seagulls. Especially watching the sunset is awesome. (This is for Istanbul as well)
•
Don’t drink tap water in big cities. Buy bottled water (5 L is cheaper). Safer in small towns, but bottled is always better.
•
Avoid unknown areas alone, especially at night. Even in tourist zones, keep your phone and wallet secure in crowded places.
•
If a restaurant is without menus, ask about prices before ordering; they can alter the price if they know you are tourists.
•
Exchange currency wisely because airport rates are bad. Exchange only a small amount there. For better rates, search “döviz bürosu + [area]” on Google.
•
Markets and bazaars: Most brand items are fake. Bargaining is normal – try walking away, they might call you back with a better price 😄
•
WhatsApp is the most used messaging app in Turkey.
•
The BEST places to swim in Turkiye are: 1. Fethiye Oludeniz (Mugla) - less salty, warm and less wavy, Marmaris, Patara Beach (Antalya) and Bodrum (Mugla).
•
Check out local night bazaars in tourist towns, it would be such a great experience for you on a chill summer night with a Turkish ice cream in your hand.
Last but not least, welcome to our country, and I hope these tips will be helpful and you will enjoy your time there! Have a great trip! ☺️
Thank you very much for the advice. I shall take it into consideration 😀. I will try and learn some Turkish it shall be fun to do so❤️
Reply 6
no problem, hope they'll be helpful and you will enjoy your time there 🤍
Reply 7
One of the most important things you should sort out is travel insurance. It might seem boring, but it’s super useful—if you get sick or injured, it’ll cover your hospital or doctor bills. Without it, you’d have to pay everything yourself, and that can get really expensive. If there’s an emergency, just dial 112 (that’s their emergency number). In most cities, hospitals have English-speaking staff, especially the private ones. Make sure to take some cash in Turkish Lira, tell your bank you're traveling so your card doesn’t get blocked, and pack any medication you need. It’s also smart to download offline maps and maybe a translation app. Don’t worry too much about the language barrier—people in tourist spots usually speak a bit of English, and you can always get a local guide to help you get around and explain things I usually book mine here https://gowithguide.com/. You can try checking them also Use public transport or a trusted taxi app like BiTaksi, and just be aware of your surroundings like you would in any new place. Dress a bit more modestly if you’re visiting mosques, and always keep a copy of your passport somewhere safe, just in case. Honestly, once you get there and settle in, you’ll be fine. It’s a beautiful country with amazing food, friendly people, and so much to see. You’ve got this!
Reply 8
One of the most important things you should sort out is travel insurance. It might seem boring, but it’s super useful—if you get sick or injured, it’ll cover your hospital or doctor bills. Without it, you’d have to pay everything yourself, and that can get really expensive. If there’s an emergency, just dial 112 (that’s their emergency number). In most cities, hospitals have English-speaking staff, especially the private ones. Make sure to take some cash in Turkish Lira, tell your bank you're traveling so your card doesn’t get blocked, and pack any medication you need. It’s also smart to download offline maps and maybe a translation app. Don’t worry too much about the language barrier—people in tourist spots usually speak a bit of English, and you can always get a local guide to help you get around and explain things I usually book mine here https://gowithguide.com/. You can try checking them also Use public transport or a trusted taxi app like BiTaksi, and just be aware of your surroundings like you would in any new place. Dress a bit more modestly if you’re visiting mosques, and always keep a copy of your passport somewhere safe, just in case. Honestly, once you get there and settle in, you’ll be fine. It’s a beautiful country with amazing food, friendly people, and so much to see. You’ve got this!
Thank you. This is very useful advice ❤️👑🫵
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