If you were a savy business traveler would Turkey (Istanbol) be a safe place to visit in today's uncertain world?
2007-02-19 12:14:59 · 11 answers · asked by Sara 6 in Travel ➔ Europe (Continental) ➔ Turkey
1. I realize I made a typo and spelled Istanbul wrong. For pete sakes let it go already!
2007-02-19 12:36:04 · update #1
My brother and his wife just spent a month in Turkey and had a wonderful time. They were there for Eid and it was one big party. Their trips to the country and to buy stones were just great. They loved the people and the food.
IstanBUL is a gorgeous city they said. Most of the world is safe if you are careful. Well, except for Taliban turf.
What I have seen of their entertainment, they would be bombed out by the Arabs for indecency, Muslim or not. But then, Muslim or not, there is NO love between the two countries. Give me a Turkish or Kurdish Muslim any day!
However, out of respect for the local customs, my sister-in-law dressed in a very decent fashion. But then, that is her style anyhow. She said she only saw one or two burqas and most women dressed as she did. Turkey is trying very hard to gain European acceptance despite the fact that freedom of speech is at a shortage and women are jailed for wearing hijab.
2007-02-19 12:31:48 · answer #1 · answered by Noor al Haqiqa 6 · 6⤊ 0⤋
Well... A hard question. Actually it's not too easy to be a tourist at all. You can have many problems in every country. But in Turkey there are something else: - Crime rate is high (Not murdering of course:P) so you have to be careful with your bag, wallet, camera, etc. - Shopping may be dangerous because "some" tradesmen increase the prices when they understand that you're a tourist. Going shopping with a thustworthy Turkish guide would solve this problem. - The taxi drivers also can try to take more money from you than it costs. Watching the taximeter carefully would solve this problem. - If Turkey is one of the most visited countries (with Greece, Spain, etc.) this means it makes sense to go to Turkey. The prices are really low in Turkey and i guarantee that there isn't more Terrorism risk than any other country. Turkey is the only Muslim country which tries to stop terrorism.
2016-05-24 18:10:24 · answer #2 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Turkey is safe. Common sense like you would have in your own country, becareful, large city, etc.
Have you thought about a boat tour along the Turkish coast? You can have the sea, sun, and mountains. Stay in a different bay each night. Visit different villages. It is a great experience. Let me know if you want any more info on it. We had a great time last year!
2007-02-19 17:07:44 · answer #3 · answered by Laura 1 · 4⤊ 0⤋
If you WERE a savvy business traveler, you'd know it's Istanbul, and of course it would be safe.
You can't tell the difference between a Turk and an American walking down the street.
News flash: they wear jeans, T shirts, suits, ties, and are Caucasian.
2007-02-19 12:25:49 · answer #4 · answered by tropical 4 · 2⤊ 2⤋
Very safe. One of my favorite cities. So many things to see and do. Fascinating city. Always surprises those visiting for the first time.
2007-02-19 15:03:37 · answer #5 · answered by T 4 · 3⤊ 1⤋
For Americans and Europeans, there is absolutely no problem. If you respect them,without arrogance,they will treat you like a princess.
2007-02-19 23:11:52 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
And all the shops would be free for you if you shout like "I m an American citizen and I want to f*** Bush"!!!
joke of corz :)))
Enjoy İstanbul.
2007-02-20 00:05:45 · answer #7 · answered by HOTTürk 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
believe me it safer than usa
2007-02-20 00:38:03 · answer #8 · answered by curious 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
i bet you will be in safe more than you are in NY!!
2007-02-19 19:54:43 · answer #9 · answered by plastix 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
safer then America that's for sure :o)
2007-02-19 23:32:04 · answer #10 · answered by DejaVu 4 · 2⤊ 1⤋