@Von56
Irish expat in T眉rkiye
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About me
Irish
Lives in Gocek
Registration: 14 June 2011
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Transcription of turkish interviews by Sascha_F
Dear all, I am a phd student from Berlin doing research in Istanbul. I am looking for someone who could transcribe some of my interviews. They are in turkish and would need to be only transcribed, no translation would be necessary. Does anyone know ...
Dear Sascha, I am not 100% sure what you mean by transcribe as opposed to translation ? if you need a translation from Turkish to English it is possible I may be able to assist, my husband does this all the time please email him **** ... Read More
Buying New Furniture by kamalimelbourne
Hello, I have heard anecdotally that it is quite difficult to get furniture delivered if you don't speak Turkish. Is this really the case? We are moving in a few weeks and don't speak Turkish. Can you advise as if we are going to find it ...
you either hate or love this place but have you considered 谋kea ? however other furniture stores will deliver to you with little knowledge of Turkish as well....good luck. Read More
My headscarf one HUGE problem! by bonnoise
Hello dear expats, As the title of my post indicates, my headscarf is an obstacle for me to find a job, in a so ' called" muslim coutry. I'm a young English teacher, with an experience of 2 years but yet, can't find a job. I thought that the only ...
Bonnise I did not mean to upset you I hope you do get a job which allows headscarf I feel sure there will be one as I said before Turkey is now leaning very dramatically towards this way. I have always seen Turkey as vastly advanced when it comes to ... Read More
Car & bike enthousiasts wanted ;) by dobanes
Hey there guys Back to Istanbul recently and looking for car or bike enthousiastes to go to tracks, races, motoring events and even start some track fun with rental or even our own babies ;) Any suggestions, invitations are more than welcome ...
I know someone in Istanbul who loves the motor cycle tours he maybe very interested, he always talks to me about this ? get back to me if you want his contact. Read More
My headscarf one HUGE problem! by bonnoise
Hello dear expats, As the title of my post indicates, my headscarf is an obstacle for me to find a job, in a so ' called" muslim coutry. I'm a young English teacher, with an experience of 2 years but yet, can't find a job. I thought that the only ...
I was surprised to hear you had a problem regarding your head scarf so many now are wearing them but you should understand why there is a reaction about them. Please look at the history of Turkey before you attempt teaching at least you need to ... Read More
Where to live???? by WayneDK
Hi, My wife, our 2 dogs and I will be moving from Cape Town to Istanbul soon and I am looking for some advice on where the best areas are to live. I will be working for a company located in the Bagcilar area and I am looking for a 2-3 bedroom place ...
Hi Wayne, Just curious but why where you looking in Kemer or is this a part of Istanbul ? as I only know of Kemer down here.... I live in G枚cek. Yvonne Read More
Cost of living in Turkey by Tigerman
For a start do not take too much notice of what is said in the English version of the newspapers re economic/living costs here. unfortunately like many countries in the world prices are on the increase. Just take a walk around Kippa and you will see ...
I agree with all of the above.... Turkey is not cheap but rather live here than UK. I don't feel so bombarded with the "I want it now" culture, it just seems so much easier to live without all those "things" which no one actually needs at all, it's ... Read More
Cappadocia and Pamukkale :) by KAMELYAD
Merhaba, I would like to know how these two regions, Cappadocia and Pamukkale, look like in Summer? is it a good idea to visit them in August? Techekkurler :)
Meraba I am no expert but can say confidently they will be fairly hot and rather busy. Both great places to go and see though. Read More
re traveling in turkey by joanne kavanagh
Hi my name is joanne and new to izmir i really want to travel a round and see other parts of Turkey does anyone travel outside Izmir maybe I could join you,Thanks Joanne
Hi Joanne, My name is Yvonne I live in Gocek and if you around this area at anytime would love to meet up. This is a small town on the coast around 4 hours from Izmir. I have lived in Turkey around 13 years and here in Gocek about 3 years. I am ... Read More
shoes by terrydefne
hi guys im an african woman with big feet im living in istanbul now any who knows where i can get ladies shoe sizes between 8and half and 9and half plz (43-4) please help i cant get my shoe size please help ,,,appreciate any kind of help you can ...
Hi terrydefne My husband uses this company to buy his cloths as he can't find anything big enough for him in the shops maybe it will help. buyuksunabi.com Read More
Buying property by charlick
We were just about except a job offer in Istanbul when we came across some articles about inheritance, wills, etc. As we understand it, if one spouse dies, 50% of the property goes to the relatives and so on. How can anybody retire in Turkey under ...
Hi Charlick I have not heard of this one before sorry I took a cat from London to Turkey and know of many people who have transported more than one animal person here. I moved here and have not regretted it. Though I have to say there are some days ... Read More
Buying property by charlick
We were just about except a job offer in Istanbul when we came across some articles about inheritance, wills, etc. As we understand it, if one spouse dies, 50% of the property goes to the relatives and so on. How can anybody retire in Turkey under ...
Hi Sorry think you have misunderstood the law here, as said before you can leave the property to whoever you wish only the law says any relative does have a right to go to court here in Turkey and dispute the will. This is to safeguard the children ... Read More
Buying property by charlick
We were just about except a job offer in Istanbul when we came across some articles about inheritance, wills, etc. As we understand it, if one spouse dies, 50% of the property goes to the relatives and so on. How can anybody retire in Turkey under ...
All you need to do is make a will in Turkey with a notary translator lawyer etc. and then you can leave your property to whoever you wish, anyone who is trying to sell you property in Turkey should inform you of this it is simple and not very ... Read More