The Luxury Travel Magazine
The Luxury Travel Magazine
With inflation rates soaring, the cost-of-living crisis raging on and interest rates rising, many expats are choosing to up sticks and move abroad. One place that is piquing the interest of a growing number of expats is Turkey.
Offering tremendous value for money, many expats discover that their money goes further and buys more in the land of four seasons than it does in their native country. This is because on average, Turkey has a lower cost of living than most Western nations. This affordability means that Turkish prices are a welcome surprise for many expats!
If you’re considering a move to Turkey, here are some of the best places to settle down.
As a city with a rich history, Istanbul is a wonderful melting pot of different cultures, atmospheres and cuisines.
Regarded as one of the world’s major economic centres, Istanbul is a favourite choice for expats looking to pursue a career in banking.
And if that wasn’t enough? The average price of real estate in Istanbul is about 2.5 million Turkish Liras, or just over £100,000.
Last but not least is Bursa. The rising star of Turkey, Bursa is less crowded than other cities but still ripe for exploring.
As well as being the heart of Turkey’s automobile sector, Bursa is a significant textile hub due to its location at the western end of silk road.
If you can, be sure to catch the Bursa Textile Show in October where influential fashionistas gather to experience and celebrate the extraordinary fabrics from this wonderful region
As Turkey’s capital, if you’re looking for rich history, Ankara is the place to be. Boasting the renowned Ankara Castle, the Ulucanlar Prison Museum and the Eymir Lake, it’s no wonder this Turkish hub is a firm favourite with expats looking to discover the charm of an ancient city.
As Ankara is a tourist hotspot, the main economic driver is tourism.
Touted as the gateway to Turkey’s stunning Turquoise Coast (also lovingly named by many as the Turkish Riviera), Antalya is one of the country’s fastest-growing hotspots.
Pairing a cosmopolitan attitude with a pleasant temperature, Antalya is the ultimate blend of beach and urban life.
If you’re hoping to settle down in Antalya, you might want to arrange an Antalya airport transfer before you arrive so you can spend less time fretting and more time exploring your new home.
Choosing a new place to settle down as an expat isn’t easy. But if you’re looking for an affordable cost of living, beautiful scenery and gorgeous weather all year round, you can’t go wrong with Turkey.
