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32rd Year

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Turkey still stands upright Turkish people as the soldiers of Mustafa Kemal stand upright throughout history.

At the beginning of 1900s,

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Atatürk stopped the imperialist countries that occupied and partitioned Turkey with his people who love the country.

Later, Turkish people answer to the several pressures with its economy and tourism. The last coup attempt was also sopped with patriotic Turkish people.

Yes, we can say that 2016 is a difficult year for us. But Turkey still stands at a higher rank in the global tourism market with the number of tourist arrivals and income.

We are definitely sure that 2017 will be Turkey’s tourism year.

As Atatürk stated, we also say “Peace at Home, Peace in the

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World”. Because tourism realizes with peace.

Suat Töre

CONTENTS 06 Turkey News 14 Exhibitions-ITCMA 16 Cover story 28 World News 30 Exhibitions-Vietnam 32 Tour Operators & Agents 34 Airlines 36 Exhibitions-UITM -Kiev 38 Hotels 40 Exhibitions-Tourexpo Lviv 42 Destinasyon-Ho Chi Minh 45 Bülten 50 Kısa kısa 4

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Lufthansa Türkiye’de 60 yaşında

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F TURKEY NEWS Turkish tourism to benefit from improving relations with Israel and Russia approved on June 29 an agreement with Turkey that will allow the two countries to restore full diplomatic relations following a six-year hiatus.

Diplomatic relations between Turkey and Israel were suspended in 2010 after Israeli forces raided a convoy of aid ships attempting to break the blockade of Gaza, killing nine Turkish activists. Israel will pay $20 million in compensation to the families of the Mavi Marmara victims.

Due to regional and global crises, bilateral problems with these countries, and terror attacks Turkey’s tourism industry badly hurt. The number of foreign arrivals to Turkey slumped by 34.7 percent in May compared to the same month of 2015 to 2.49 million, according to data released by the Tourism Ministry on June 28. This marked the steepest decline since the 1990s. The number of Russian tourists visiting Turkey declined by around 92 percent to 41,004 in May compared to the same month of Turkey started to improve diplomatic relations with Israel and 2015.

Russia. The improving ties with both Israel and Russia would With the gradual improvement with Russia and Israel, Turkish have a very positive impact on the tourism sector, despite the tourism industry expects a dramatic rise in the number of current terror attack. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan tourists. sent a letter of apology to his Russian counterpart Vladimir Basaran Ulusoy and Osman Ayik, head of the Travel Agencies Putin. Erdogan he extended condolences to the family of the Association of Turkey (TÜRSAB) hand the Hoteliers’ Federation pilot killed in the November 2015 downing of the Russian of Turkey (TÜROFED) respectively, said that they expect a warplane in Turkish airspace and expressed interest in the dramatic rise in the number of Israeli tourists visiting Turkey. normalisation of relations.

In a telephone conversation held on Russian President Vladimir Osman Ayik said that the target from this market should be 1 Putin and his Turkish counterpart Recep Tayyip Erdogan agreed million tourists.

Turkish Hoteliers’ Association (TÜROB) President Timur to work towards the normalisation of bilateral relations.

Bayındır said that the improving ties with both Israel and On the other hand, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Russia would have a very positive impact on the sector.

Netanyahu’s office announced that Israel’s security cabinet

Ukrainians can now stay up to 90 days in Turkey without a visa

Ukrainian citizens that could stay in Turkey up to 60 days without a visa now will be able to stay up to 90 days thanks to a new Council of Ministers decision which was published at Turkey’s Official Gazette. Now, Ukrainian nationals holding ordinary passport are also exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days within 180 days starting from the first entry date. Ukrainian nationals holding diplomatic and

official/service passport are already exempted from visa for their travels up to 90 days.

“Ukrainian people are not paid very high nowadays. After the economic crisis, wages regressed to $200 on average. So hikes in tour package prices should be avoided in July and August to keep them coming to Turkey. Over 749,000 Ukrainians visited Turkey last year. This may increase up to 1 million this year if tour package prices are not hiked,” said Association of Tourism Business Leaders of Ukraine (ALTU) head Aleksandr Novikovsky.

Tourists can continue their vacation in Turkey despite State of Emergency Association of Turkish Travel Agencies (TURSAB) released following statement. In light of the declarations by Republic of Turkey, Prime Minister H.E. Binali Yildirim, the security measures throughout Turkey and in major cities like Ankara and Istanbul have been raised to the highest level following recent unfortunate events throughout the country in order to ensure the safety of all civilians. Airports and all touristic facilities are fully functioning and the tourists in Turkey are happily continuing their vacations.

In addition to that, yesterday a 3 months State of Emergency has been declared upon the decision taken by the Turkish Government. However .please rest assure that, this State of Emergency, will not effect the daily life of the civilians, and international travellers. As we see many examples in many countries that this state will neither effect “the freedom of travel,” nor limit our daily routine.

Such turbulent events, examples of which we have unfortunately been witnessing more frequently than ever lately throughout the world, not only take innocent lives but also target to scare and thus thwart the global freedom of travel, for which the global travel industry is in dire need to firmly stand together and manifest to the world the utmost

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solidarity and fraternity to withstand any menace against the wellbeing of humanity, nations and the travel sector.

We are extremely sure that through such difficult times for our nation and sector, we will not be deprived of your heartfelt support and solidarity.

Once again we reiterate our cordial appreciation of your sensitivity on the matter and hope that the fruitful tourism relations between our countries will persevere.

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Russia started charter flights to Turkey

Russian Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev signed a decree to lift the flight ban and Russian airline companies began filing requests to the Russian Transport Ministry for starting charter flights to Turkey. Charter flights to Turkey, a popular holiday destination among Russians, were subjected to limitations in November 2015 after Turkey’s military shot down a Russian warplane, killing two pilots.

Relations have improved after Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan apologized for the incident and met with Putin in Moscow on August 9. After the meeting, Putin announced Moscow’s decision to resume charter flights to Turkey.

First charter flights with Russian tourists were fly to Turkey on September 4-5, which Maya Lomidze, executive director of the Association of Tour Operators of Russia announced.

Qatar opens representative office in Istanbul

Qatar Tourism Authority (QTA) is extending its European footprint by opening a representative office in Istanbul to reach out to travelers and tour operators in Turkey. Istanbul joins an international network currently covering the UK, France, Germany, Italy, USA, the GCC markets and South East Asia. Istanbul becomes QTA’s 8th representative office.

The Istanbul office will aim to greatly enhance QTA’s on-theground presence and capabilities, introducing and developing awareness and knowledge on Qatar as a quality destination through pro-active marketing to tour operators, travel agencies, hospitality partners and media, as well as targeting consumers.

“Our focus will be on projecting the message that Qatar combines top quality accommodation and superb leisure facilities in a clean and safe environment, together with an authentic taste of traditional Qatar hospitality and a range of cultural experiences unmatched in the region,” said Rashed AlQurese, Chief Marketing & Promotions Officer at QTA.

AlQurese explained that, in recent years, Qatar has successfully built on its reputation as a business travel destination by diversifying their approach to attract increasing numbers of leisure tourists as well. Total international visitors have soared by 91% since 2009, with an average annual growth rate of 13.8%, making Qatar one of the fastest growing destinations in the world.

Qatar’s marketing campaign in Turkey will cover a wide range of promotional initiatives, including workshops, sales visits, travel agents destination training through QTA’s online TAWASH programme, partnerships with tour operators, familiarization trips, media campaigns and a variety of innovative activities to raise Qatar’s profile as a destination among Turkish holiday makers.

Qatar welcomed 1.4 million visitors in the first six months of 2016, including 665,355 Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) nationals. Click here for more details about the Qatar Tourism Authority’s (QTA) Tourism Performance Summary for the First Half (H1) of 2016.

A golf course opens in Samsun, Turkey

Turkey’s largest city and port on the Turkish Black Sea coast; Samsun will soon open world’s first artificial golf course. The city’s mayor Yusuf Ziya Yılmaz said that the 9-hole golf course will be the world’s first golf course on an artificial island.

Mayor said that the construction for the golf course started a year ago and soon it will be completed. “We are building the largest 9-hole golf course in Turkey. Built on 370 acres land, 250 acres will be for golf and 120 acres will be used for landscape and recreation area. Also, there will be three artificial lakes. We are hoping the golf course will attract more tourists to the city,” added Mr. Yılmaz.

Golfplan - Dale & Ramsey Golf Course Architects has designed the Samsun golf course. It will host the Deaflympics Golf Tournament in July 2017.

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Istanbul welcomes 3rd Bosphorus bridge his expansion of the Ottoman empire, the bridge accompanies the July 15 Matryrs’ Bridge -- previously the Bosphorus Bridge -- and the Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge in crossing the Bosphorus.

It is the world’s longest suspension rail bridge and will lead to $1.75 billion-a-year in savings through reduced travel times and energy costs.

All trucks and heavy-duty vehicles will be directed to the bridge to ease traffic on the other bridges, as well as cut congestion and pollution in Istanbul.

The fee for automobiles going from the European to the Asian side of the city will be 9.90 Turkish liras ($3.40).

There will be no charge for passage from the Asian to the European side.

In addition, the bridge’s pylons are themselves exceptional in terms of height. The longer of the two Yavuz Sultan Selim Bridge became Istanbul’s third bridge pylons is 322 metres tall – only two metres shorter than the spanning Bosphorus strait when it was inaugurated on Friday Eiffel tower. with a ceremony attended by Turkish President Recep Tayyip Renowned French engineer Michel Virlogeux – the designer of Erdogan, Prime Minister Binali Yildirim and other officials the bridge also credited with conceiving the Millau Viaduct in including Bahrain’s King Hamad bin Isa al-Khalifa, Macedonian south France and Lisbon’s Vasco da Gama Bridge – toldAgence President Gjorge Ivanov, Turkish Cyprus President Mustafa France Presse,”This bridge puts Turkey among the world leaders, Akıncı and Bulgarian Prime Minister Boyko Borisov, as well as it’s the most spectacular to have been built in the last years.” other senior officials from Azerbaijan, Pakistan, Georgia and The 116-km long highway built as part of the Third Bridge and Serbia.

Northern Marmara Highway Project includes 35 viaducts. The “We are connecting continents,” Erdogan said. “We are first phase of the highway project was completed by the private celebrating together and we are very proud of it. The nation deserves this. With God’s permission, this nation will get what it sector, which invested an approximate $3 billion, Anadolu Agency reported. deserves.This is great day and joyful day.”

The bridge, which cost nearly $3 billion to construct, is the latest The two other phases will involve the construction of highways and linking roads amounting to a total length of 257 km, in a raft of infrastructure “mega-projects” unveiled by the expected to be completed and available for public use in 2018. government.

The 1.4 kilometer (0.9 mile) bridge will carry eight lanes of traffic Thousands of people flocked over the weekend to take photos at Istanbul’s newest Bosphorus Bridge. As crowds gathered, traffic and two rail lines between Europe and Asia at the entrance of was blocked both over the bridge and on the connection roads. the Bosphorus to the Black Sea. Named after Selim I, the 16th century sultan known for

The 3rd Istanbul Design Biennial participants and projects announced

The 3rd Istanbul Design Biennial taking place from 22 October to 20 November 2016 announces its participants and projects.

Organised by the Istanbul Foundation for Culture and Arts (İKSV) and curated by Beatriz Colomina and Mark Wigley, the biennial is titled “ARE WE HUMAN? : The Design of the Species: 2 seconds, 2 days, 2 years, 200 years, 200,000 years”.

The biennial will present more than 70 projects from 5 continents by designers, architects, artists, theorists, choreographers, filmmakers, historians, archaeologists,

scientists, labs, centres, institutes and NGOs in 5 main venues; Galata Greek Primary School, Studio-X Istanbul and Depo in Karaköy, Alt Art Space in Bomonti, and Istanbul Archaeological Museums in Sultanahmet. In addition to the projects of this core multidisciplinary group, the work of a dense array of international writers, video makers and designer researchers will be presented in the same venues and online to stimulate a new kind of conversation about design.

The 3rd Istanbul Design Biennial will explore the intimate relationship between “design” and “human” over a time period that spans from the last 2 seconds to the last 200,000 years. Organised by İKSV and co-sponsored by ENKA Foundation, VitrA and Petkim, the 3rd Istanbul Design Biennial is held free of charge (except the Istanbul Archaeological Museums will require a museum ticket). For more information: http://arewehuman.iksv.org/ NewFocus

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Istanbul to host 2017 EuroLeague Final Four

Euroleague Basketball announced that 2017 Turkish Airlines EuroLeague Final Four will be held in Istanbul in May, 2017.

Istanbul Mayor Kadir Topbaş said: “We have already started preparations for 2017 Euroleauge Final Four.”

Istanbul will host the best four EuroLeague teams from May 19 to 21, 2017 in what is sure to be a thrilling finish to a groundbreaking season, the first in European basketball history in which all the teams in the continent’s premier competition are guaranteed to play each other.

The 2017 EuroLeague Final Four will take place for the second time at the Sinan Erdem Dome, which officially opened its doors on April 16, 2010 and two years later played host to a memorable Final Four that was one of the most successful in EuroLeague history.

H.E. Akif Çağatay Kılıç, the Minister of Youth and Sports of Turkey; Mr. Kadir Topbaş, the mayor Istanbul; Mr. Vasip Şahin, the governor of Istanbul; Mr. İlker Aycı, the Chairman of Turkish Airlines’ Board of Directors and Executive Committee;

Mr.Jordi Bertomeu, Euroleague CEO and President; Mr. Hidayet Türkoğlu, the senior sports advisor to President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and as well as celebrities from the sports world attended the publicty meeting in Istanbul.

“Basketball has seen outstanding growth in Turkey in recent years, while Istanbul already has a Final Four tradition that’s second to none, so we are excited to be crowning the EuroLeague champion there next May,” Jordi Bertomeu, Euroleague Basketball President and CEO, said. “We will return to the Sinan Erdem Dome, one of the finest arenas anywhere in which to watch basketball and the perfect venue to culminate a season in which fans will see all the stars in their own cities for the first time in history. With the way Turkish fans continue embracing the EuroLeague more and more each year, it will be great to have them with us for the very biggest games at the Final Four.”

“We highly treasure our partnership with Euroleague Basketball because it has allowed us for many years to be part of a great sport - commented Mr İlker Ayci - This year we are even more proud to be the title sponsor of this championship, since the Final Four will actually take place in our city of birth and global hub, Istanbul. We are sure that the international atmosphere and innovative traits of our city will add an extra touch of innovation and thrill to such an amazing event.

Furthermore, every year we commit to ideating, together with Euroleague Basketball, new and exciting ways to deliver a sporting experience that truly goes beyond expectations to all basketball fans and travellers”.

The Sinan Erdem Dome has a capacity for 16,000 spectators for basketball and, in addition to the 2012 Final Four, has hosted such prestigious basketball events as the 2010 world championships.

Turkish Airlines World Golf Cup started with a swing from Europe into Asia in Istanbul Turkish Airlines presented the 4th edition of Turkish Airlines World Golf Cup, the famous amateur golf tournament around the world. The introductory event of this tournament’ Istanbul phase organized in Suada, a small island situated just north of the Bosphorus Bridge.

During the opening event on the night of Sept. 30, amateur golfers from all around the world were invited to hit a golf ball from one continent into another aiming at a hole placed on the water. The one participant who scored a 70-meters shot had the chance to win two Turkish Airlines business class tickets for a destination of choice around the world.

For all the participants TAWGC 2016 was a fantastic opportunity

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to discover the beautiful city of Istanbul where Turkish Airlines has its luxury lounge located in the International Ataturk Airport where passengers can experience the traditional Turkish hospitality thanks to the exclusive facilities and excellent services.

The winner of the Istanbul tournament -hold on 30 September – 2 October at Kemer Golf Country Club- had the chance to attend to the Turkish Airlines World Golf Final in Antalya.

The Grand Final hosted by the luxury Titanic Deluxe Belek at the end of October 2016, with a two round tournament took place at the newly renovated Titanic Golf Club, a rewarding Hawtree-designed course that offers stunning views of the glistening Mediterranean.

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F TURKEY NEWS Dogus Group secures €1 billion financing for Istanbul’s new port project Turkey’s Doğuş Group which is among the historically most successful conglomerates in Turkey, had secured €1.02 billion (US$1.14 billion) in financing from six Turkish banks for a luxury port project near the Galata district of Istanbul along with its project partner, Reuters has reported.

CEO of Doğuş Group Hüsnü Akhan said that Dogus would invest 4.5 billion lira (US$1.5 billion) in the project, which it aimed to complete in the last quarter of 2018. The Peninsula Hotels, operated by Hong Kong and Shanghai Hotels, would invest 500 million lira (US$170 million) in the project.

The Galataport project envisages a new terminal for cruise ships and a luxury hotel in the touristic Karaköy neighborhood near Istanbul’s historic Galata district, the site of Istanbul’s old berths for cruise liners.

Doğuş Holding and its partner Bilgili Holding placed the highest offer for the privatization of the Istanbul Salıpazarı Cruise Port Area project, commonly known as Galataport with a $702 million bid in May 2013, winning the rights to operate the port area in Istanbul’s Karaköy neighborhood for 30 years.

The Istanbul Salıpazarı Port Area has up to 1,200 meters of coastline and covers an area of approximately 100,000 square meters.

It is expected that the number of cruise tourists could increase to 2 million per year, from the current level of around 650,000, after the project is completed.

Malaysia was the partner country of the 85th Izmir International Fair

Izmir International Fair, the first and the most comprehensive commercial fair of Turkey organized 84 years ago despite war, famine and crises opened its doors for the 85th time .

This theme of the Izmir International Fair 2016 is ‘Innovation’.

The most important brands of the world and of Turkey met in Kültürpark in Izmir where great steps have been taken to create a city of design and innovation.

Izmir International Fair had a new platform in which innovators, academicians and private sector representatives will be able to introduce innovation to the public.

With its slogan “The Future Lies in Izmir”, 85th Izmir International Fair progressed in line with change and innovation; and it wasl continue its innovation theme in the following years by bringing future to Izmir.

Representatives from 42 different countries attended the event, where Malaysia was this year’s partner country.

Turkish Science Minister Faruk Ozlu at the opening ceremony said, “Fair organizations develop diplomatic ties between countries as well as contributing to expanding economic and commercial relations.

Turkey ranks in the top 20 most expensive countries for flights According to a recent research detailing countries of the world travel. At the other end of the ranking, United Arab Emirates calculated at a cost over 30 times higher, at $105.71 per 100km which offer the least and most expensive flights, Turkey of travel. ranked in the top 20 most expensive countries for flights. The research, conducted by online travel agencyKiwi.com, formerly The study revealed the 10 countries offering the least expensive flights are: known as Skypicker, analyzed over a million flights to find an Whilst the 20 countries which offered the most expensive average price of domestic and international flights on a low flights were: cost and a legacy airline from each of the countries.

Turkey ranked in position 58, with an average flight cost of US$28.51

Domestic Flights cost/100km International Flights cost/100km per 100km of travel, # Country Low Cost Airline Legacy Airline Low Cost Airline Legacy Airline Average cost/100 km factoring 1 India $2.27 $2.67 $3.54 $4.51 US$3.25 in both 2 Malaysia $2.32 $5.81 $2.11 $4.88 $3.78 domestic and 3 Russia $7.02 $6.32 $3.18 $7.01 $5.88 international 4 Portugal $4.04 $14.57 $2.80 $5.41 $6.71 journeys.

5 Indonesia $4.34 $5.68 $6.18 $11.14 $6.84 The least expensive 6 Azerbaijan $6.03 $11.69 $2.91 $7.10 $6.93 country, India, 7 South Africa $5.69 $9.94 $6.33 $7.36 $7.33 averaged a 8 Algeria $9.16 $10.43 $5.17 $5.92 $7.67 flight cost 9 Philippines $5.23 $8.26 $3.93 $13.61 $7.76 of $3.25 per 10 Sweden $8.97 $15.14 $2.81 $5.33 $8.06 100km of

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2016 Wine Price Index, Turkey ranked 7th Most Affordable Country Wine tourism is one of the fastest growing travel trends of 2016. With many vineyards now opening their grounds for campers to stay and sample the local wine, peer-to-peer motorhome rental platform SHAREaCAMPER have released the 2016 Wine Price Index, a comprehensive study comparing the cost of wine in 65 countries worldwide.

The Index averages and compares local and imported wine prices in each country, allowing travellers and wine lovers a bird’s eye view on the consumer wine industry across the globe.

The United Arab Emirates was the most expensive destination for average wine costs, whilst Paraguay offered the least expensive wine options. With wine weekends becoming one of the biggest travel trends of 2016, SHAREaCAMPER also hope to empower travellers in choosing wine travel destinations that suit their budgets.

Turkey ranked in position 7 with an average cost of €8.87 for a 750ml bottle of wine, factoring in both local and imported wines. This compares to Paraguay, which offered the least

expensive wine at an average price of €6.74 per bottle, whilst at the other end of the ranking United Arab Emirates calculated at a cost over 5 times higher, at €34.85 per 750ml bottle. Turkey consumes an average 1.00 litres of wine per capita annually, ranking 54th in the world for litres consumed.

The study revealed the 10 most affordable countries to buy wine are: Country

Average Local

Average Imported

Overall Average

Consumption (litres per capita annually)

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Paraguay

€5.24

€8.25

€6.74

6.40

2

Serbia

€7.25

€7.72

€7.48

28.80

3

Czech Republic

€5.86

€9.21

€7.53

7.40

4

Argentina

€8.51

€7.33

€7.92

32.30

5

Panama

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€8.28

€8.28

1.45

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Malta

€9.58

€7.67

€8.62

17.70

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Turkey

€7.65

€10.10

€8.87

1.00

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Bulgaria

€8.61

€10.70

€9.65

13.70

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Nepal

€4.63

€14.79

€9.71

0.02

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New Zealand

€8.76

€10.90

€9.83

25.80

In Brief n Bilal Ekşi is the new General Manager of Turkish Airlines. n Nevgul Bilsel Safkan a ppointed to HotelsPro as new managing director.

Bilal Eksi

Nevgül Birsel Safkan

n Sadun Alp has been appointed as the General Coordinator of Bof Hotels. n Katherine Pinar Ozbilge has been appointed as the Chief Business Development Officer

Katherine P. Özbilge

at Cosmorama.

n Bulent Senses has been appointed to Albatravel Group as Online Marketing Manager for

Sadun Alp

Turkey. n Temel Kotil has been appointed as the General Manager of Turkish Aerospace

Bülent Şenses

Temel Kotil

Industries Inc.

n Lufthansa announced that Kemal Geçer is the new Turkey manager. n Bülent Hasanreisoğlu, is the new general manager of Batumi Leogrand hotel Georgia.

Kemal Geçer

n Edip Çelik has been appointed as the General Manager of CVK Park Bosphorus Hotel Edip Çelik

İstanbul.

Haakon Gaarder Larsen

n Haakon Gaarder-Larsen is the new general manager of Ankara Hilton SA. n Levent Suyolcuoğlu named as the genaral manager of Ramada Plaza Istanbul Bülent Hasanreisoğlu

Asia Airport Levent Suyolcu

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F EXHIBITION ITCMAsia-Bangkok The 24th and 19th instalment of IT&CMA and CTW Asia-Pacific was in Bangkok at September 26-29, Thailand with several new milestones set ahead of its 3-day programme.

Incentive Travel & Conventions, Meetings Asia (IT&CMA) and

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By Fusun Tore

Corporate Travel World (CTW) Asia-Pacific is The World’s Only Doublebill Event in MICE and Corporate Travel.

IT&CMA and CTW Asia-Pacific the undisputed leader in MICE and Corporate Travel exhibition and conference in the region.

The event hosted 2,800 delegates from over 50 countries, including 600 hosted buyers and media, this year.

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Izmir

Another beauty of Turkey I zmir, historically Smyrna, is the third most populous city of Turkey and the country’s largest port after Istanbul.It is located in the Gulf of Izmir, bythe Aegean Sea. It is the capital of Izmir Province. Izmir is the inheritor of almost 3,500 years of urban past,and possibly up to that much more interms of advanced human settlement patterns. It is Turkey’s first port for exports and its free zone, a Turkish-U.S.joint-venture established in 1990, is theleader among the twenty that Turkey counts. Its workforce, and particularlyits rising class of young professionals,concentrated either in the city or in its immediate vicinity (such as in Manisa),and under either larger companiesor SME’s, affirm their name in anincreasingly wider global

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scale andintensity. Izmir is widely regarded asone of the most liberal Turkish cities in terms of values, ideology, lifestyle,dynamism and gender roles Once the ancient city of Smyrna, İzmir is now a modern, developed, and busy commercial center, set around a huge bay and surrounded by mountains. The broad boulevards, glass-fronted buildings and modern shopping centers are dotted with traditional red-tiled roofs, the 18th century market, and old mosques and churches, although the city has an atmosphere more of Mediterranean Europe than traditional Turkey.

The history of Izmir stretches back to around 3000 BC when the Trojans founded the city in Tepekule in the northern suburb of Bayrakli. This was the birthplace of

Homer, who was thought to have lived here around the 8th century BC. The Aeolians, the first Greek settlers, were eventually taken over by their Greek rivals the Ionians. The Ionians were followed by the Lydians who destroyed the city around 600BC before a brief recovery following Alexander the Great’s arrival in 334 BC. After his death, Alexander’s generals followed his wishes and re-established Smyrna on Mount Pagos in Kadifekale, and the city then prospered under the Romans. It was destroyed by an earthquake in 178 AD but later reconstructed and became a major commercial port during the Byzantine Empire. After the Byzantines, the city had a turbulent time under the Arabs, Seljuks, Crusaders and Mongols, until Mehmet I incorporated it into the Ottoman Empire in 1415. Under Suleyman the Magnificent, Smyrna became a thriving and sophisticated city and a huge trading center, despite its frequent earthquakes. It was a cosmopolitan city , with a Greek Orthodox majority along with Armenians, Jews and Muslims. Numerous languages could be heard in the streets, spoken by locals and visiting traders.

Following World War I and the defeat of the Ottoman Empire, and on the basis of the majority Greek population in the area, Greece was granted a mandate over Izmir from the Allies. Athens took control over the whole of the Aegean region.

Rising tensions led the outbreak of war as the Greeks purshed further into the heart of Anatolia in an attempt to unite the Greek communities of Asia Minor. Led by Kemal Ataturk the Turkish army launched a counterattack and seized the city. Soon thereafter 70% of the city burned to the ground by the Greek forces. The ‘Great Fire’ ended multinational authority of the city and the Greek and Armenian populations were expelled.

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Ataturk formally took Izmir on 9 September 1922, which is celebrated as the day of the city’s liberation.

Izmir is a relatively safe city for its size, however it does have its “shady” areas.

The city center as well as populated suburbs are generally safe during the day. Use common sense if walking at night, avoid dark and narrow alleyways (found mainly in Alsancak and Konak). Avoid the streets around the main port as well as the streets around

the railway junction (Hilal, Halkapinar). Be weary in Basmane, though it is fine to stay in hostels in this neighbourhood (the Syrian food will keep you coming back). It is important to also be cautious in Kadifekale, which is where one of

the city’s main landmarks is located. It is not advisable to travel on foot in the neighborhoods on the south side of the train tracks near the city center at night. Use common sense and you will be relatively safe. If you find yourself in any situation don’t be afraid to call the police (155).

Izmir Police Department has a “tourism police” section where travellers can report passport loss

and theft or any other criminal activity they may have become victims of. The staff is multilingual and will speak English, German, French, and Arabic.

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How to go

Adnan Menderes Airport, 16km south of the city centre, has several daily flights to Istanbul, Ankara and Antalya.

There are also regular flights from many European cities.

Çeşme a small village for all summer activities, half an hour drive to Izmir to west.

The town itself dominated by Çeşme Castle. While the castle is recorded to have been considerably extended and strengthened during the reign of Ottoman sultan

What to do

While in Izmir see the sights, the Arkeoloji Müzesi (Archaeological Museum), Kemeralti and Clock Tower , near Konak Square, houses a superb collection of antiques including the statues of Poseidon, and Demeter which, in ancient times, stood in the agora. Neighboring the Archaeological Museum, the collection of the Etnografya Müzesi (Etnographical Museum) contains folkloric artifacts among which are fine collections of Bayezid II, sources differ as to their citation of the original builders, whether the Genoese or the Turks at an earlier time after the early 15th century capture.

A statue of Cezayirli Gazi Hasan Pasha, one of the naval commanders of the Battle of Chesma is in front of the castle and the Pasha is depicted caressing his famous pet lion and facing the town square. The battle

Bergama and Gördes carpets, traditional costumers and camel bridles. Situated on Atatürk Caddesi is an old Izmir house used by the founder of the Turkish Republic, the Atatürk Müzesi (Atatürk Museum) exhibits photographs of the leader as well as some of his personnel effects.

The Selcuk Yasar Müzesi (Selcuk Yasar Art Museum) is a private museum on Cumhuriyet Bulvari with a collection of 20th century Turkish art. And wander in the bazaar, sip drinks and dine at the pleasant waterfront restaurants.

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itself, although ended in Ottoman defeat, had seen Hasan Pasha pulling out honorably after having sunk the Russian flagship Sv. Evstafii, together with his own ship, after which he had to follow the main battle from the coast before joining the capital by way of land, where he rapidly rose to become a distinguished grand vizier.

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by order of Süleyman the Magnificent, and it is now restored and transformed into a boutique hotel. The imposing but redundant 19th century Greek Orthodox church of Ayios Haralambos is used for temporary exhibitions.

Along some of the back streets of the town are old traditional Ottoman houses, as well as Sakız house-type residences of more peculiar lines, for the interest of strollers.

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Mentioned by Pausanias and Charles Texier, Ilıca thermal springs, which extend well into the sea, are also notable in Turkey for having been the subject of the first scientifically based analysis in Turkish language of a thermal spring, published in 1909 by Yusuf Cemal.

By his time the thermal springs were well-known both internationally, scientific and journalistic literature having been published in French and in Greek, and Ilıca is a large resort area 5 km east of Çeşme to which across Ottoman lands, since the construction here of it is attached administratively, although it bears aspects a still-standing yalı associated with Muhammad Ali of of a township apart in many of its characteristics. It is Egypt’s son Tosun Pasha who had sought a cure in Ilıca famed for its thermal springs, which is the very meaning before his premature death. of its name. capital of Turkey, and the third best surfing resort in the world Especially Alacati offers the ideal location for surfing, and this is where all the surfing schools are located and the Surf Festivals take place in Alacati every year. Alacati is unique as the depth of the water do not go deeper than 1 meter for over 700 meters off shore and the area receives heavy winds.

Ilıca started out as a distinct settlement towards the end of the 19th century, initially as a retreat for wealthy people, especially from İzmir and during summer holidays. Today, it is a popular destination for many.

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Ilıca has a fine beach of its own, about 1.5 km long, as well as favorable wind conditions which make it a prized location for windsurfing.

Alaçatı Alacati formerly named Agrilia and inhabited by local Greeks until 1920s, Since 2000s, it is much trendier and has a wider visitor profile, which includes many windsurfers.

Alaçatı is an Aegean town on the western coast of İzmir Province in Turkey, which has been famous for its architecture, vineyards

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and windmills for over 150 years. It has now made its name in the world of windsurfing and kitesurfing, with its crystal clear water, consistent and steady wind and well acclaimed hospitality. Alacati is one of the most authentic towns in Turkey with stone houses, narrow streets, boutique hotels and restaurants with tables on the streets. Alacati has a great nightlife, where the nightclubs by the seaside are open until morning. The area is also home to the Alacati yacht marina and the famous Port Alacati development, created by the French architect Francois Spoerry and his son, Yves Spoerry.

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In the Acropolis, the remains that you see Pergamon was a small settlement during on the left hand side Pergamon was a small settlement during while going in, are the monumental tombs or the Archaic Period. Lysimachos, one heroons built for the of the generals of Alexander the Great kings of Pergamon and who had become the sovereign of during the Hellenistic Anatolia after 301 BC. period. Shops are Philetarios who was the commander of Pergamon, and the kingdom founded by situated at their side.

When you enter the Philetarios by using this sum of money following Lysimachos’s death, flourished Acropolis, the remains and became the most eminent center of seen at your left side, are the foundations of culture of the Hellenistic period for 150 years. Eumenes I, Attalos I and Eumenes Propylon (monumental gates) which were II were enthroned successively after constructed by Philetarios. Eumenes II took acropolis Eumenes II. When you of Athens as an example and had the pass to the square acropolis of Pergamon adorned with surrounded with three works of art which reflected fine taste, and Pergamon became one of the most stoas of the Doric order you will notice graceful cities of the world. Attalos III the ruins of the temple who succeeded Attalos II, handed over of Athena, built during his land to the Romans when he died in the time of Eumenes 133 BC. II in the 3rd century BC. It’s just above the theater. The famous Library of Pergamon which contained 200,000 books, was situated north of the square. Antonius gave all the books of the library to Cleopatra as a wedding gift.

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The remains near the library, are some houses from the Hellenistic period. If you go up the stairs, you will see the remains of the palaces of Eumenes II and Attalos II. Inside the Acropolis there are houses, military barracks and military warehouses called “Arsenals”. The building that has been restored at present, is the Temple of Trajan. Trajan started it but after his death Emperor Hadrian (117-138) finished the temple in Corinthian order and it was placed upon a terrace with dimensions of 68 m × 58 m (223.10 ft × 190.29 ft). Attempts have been continuing by the German archaeologists since 1976 to erect this temple which has 6 x 9 columns and a peripteros plan (one row of columns around the temple). It is completely marble.

The Theater of Pergamon, one of the steepest theaters in the world, has a capacity of 10,000 people and was constructed in the 3rd century BC. The theater underwent changes during the Roman period under the reign of Caracalla. There is a 246.5 m (808.73 ft) long and approximately 16 m (52.49 ft) wide stoa (portico) in front of the theater. The road in front of the theater leads to the Temple of Dionysos (known in Rome as Baccus, god of wine). The temple was constructed in the 2nd century BC and reconstructed in marble during Caracalla’s period (211-217 AD). Its dimensions are 11.80 m × 20.22 m (38.71 ft × 66.34 ft). The temple, which arouses interest because of the staircase in front with a height of 4.5 m (14.76 ft) and 25 steps, has an exquisite appearance.

The famous Altar of Zeus in Pergamon is on the south of the theater. Eumenes II (197-159 BC) constructed it as a memorial of the victory against the Galatians. This Altar has the shape of a horseshoe and its dimensions are 36.44 m × 34.20 m (119.55 ft × 112.20 ft). It is composed of four parts and the high relieves on it describe the war between the giants and the gods. The Altar which was taken away from Pergamon in 1871 and carried to Germany by the German engineer Carl Humann, is exhibited at the Museum of Pergamum in Berlin, in a manner conforming to its original. Today the Turkish government is trying to get it back from Germany bringing the issue to the International Court of Justice in The Hague. On the south of the Altar, the Agora (market place) belonging to the 2nd century BC, is situated. In the middle of the Agora there is a

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small altar. Downwards in the Acropolis, the central city is placed. Inside Pergamon, there is the Temple of Serapis, built for the Egyptian Gods in the 2nd century AD. and called the Red Courtyard by locals. This is a basilica shaped building constructed under the reign of Hadrian, then, in the 4th century, it was converted into a church dedicated to St. John and became one of the Seven Churches of Christianity.

The museum is in Bergama and Asklepion (the ancient medical complex, hospital) is out of the city. It is believed that Asklepion, built in the name of Aesculapius, the god of Health and Medicine, has existed since the 4th century BC. It contains premises such as a small theater with a capacity of 3,500 people, rooms where the patients were cured by the sound of water and music, the temple of Asklepion and the library.

Here, the dreams of the patients were analyzed by their doctors (priests) 2000 years before Sigmund Freud did. One of the important personalities associated with the Asklepion was Galen (Galenus) from the 2nd century AD. It was under Eastern Roman rule except Sassanid invasion in 620s, Umayyad invasion in 715 and Sultanate of Rum rule between 1074 and 1097. It was conquered by Karasids in 1302. It was part of Ottoman Empire in 1337. During Ottoman rule, it was part of the Sanjak of Karesi between 1337 and 1868, in Saruhan one (Its centre was Manisa) between 1868 and 1877 and finally in İzmir one. During Turkish War of Independence, it was occupied by Greece in June 19, 1919, but came under Turkish control in September 14, 1922.

Kursunlu Mosque, Selçuk Minaret built in the 14th century, Çukurhan caravanserai built in the 14th century, Taşhan caravanserai built in 1432, Great Mosque of Bergama built in 1399, Şadırvanlı Mosque built in 1550, Zeus Altar (Now in Berlin Museum), Acropolis - accessible by the Bergama Acropolis Gondola from the base station north east of the town, Asklepion.

Bergama is also known for its historic quarter, where old Ottoman houses in the traditional style are found.

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or a top quality treatment that hits all the right spots in Bangkok, check out Massira Wellness & Spa at the five-star Ramada Plaza Menam Riverside Bangkok Hotel.

Occupying the third floor of the hotel and decorated to reflect the property’s superb setting on the banks of the Chao Phraya River (think contemporary Thai design with subtle touches of black and gold, and splendid views of the river from most of the treatment rooms) Massira is a true wellness destination.

Making the most of its space, which totals over 1,000sqm, Massira comprises a Fully-equipped fitness center and studio (offering Yoga and Aerobics classes), state-of-theart changing rooms, a lounge area, and a range of opulent treatment rooms reminiscent of five-star accommodation (especially the Massira Golden River Suite, which

features two beds plus Steam Room and Jacuzzi).

Treatments on offer range from skin nourishing facials and therapeutic massages to body wraps, manicures and pedicures, and each is conducted by qualified therapists using top quality oils and lotions (some of which you can buy to take home).

Popular choices include Traditional Thai Massage (prices range from B1,500++ for a 60-minute massage to B2,600++ for a 120-minute treatment), Luk Prakop Massage

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(also known as Thai herbal compress. B1,800++ for a 60-minute treatment; B2,500++ for a 90-minute treatment); and Foot Massage (B1,500++), a 60 minute treat that’s especially good after a long day of trekking around Bangkok.

Special packages which incorporate a number of treatments are also available. These include highlights such as the Signature Package (B4,000++), a 150-minute treatment featuring a body exfoliation followed by Massira’s signature massage (a combination of Thai, Swedish and Ayurveda massages); Purify Package (B4,300++), a 150 minute detoxifying treatment that combines Jacuzzi bath, body exfoliation and a relaxing massage; and Rejuvenate Package (B4,800++), a 180 minute revitalizing treatment featuring a complete body polish to oxygenate and hydrate the skin followed by a facial treatment. Bliss.

Ramada Plaza Bangkok Menam Riverside. 2074 Charoenkrung Rd. Tel: 02 289 9099 www.massiraspa.com

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F WORLD NEWS APG World Connect at Monaco

The 8th edition of the APG WORLD CONNECT will take place from the 02nd to the 04th of November, 2016, at the prestigious Fairmont Hotel in Monaco.

This year’s theme is: Between Mass Transport & High

Contribution: Where to Land?

“For 8 years, APG has been organizing the WORLD CONNECT which gathers APG members, airline top executives, managers of travel agencies, and the major actors of the air transport industry” explains Jean Louis BAROUX – Founder & CEO of the World Connect.

He adds: « Currently 430 participants have already confirmed their presence including 70 airline’s executive from all over the world, we are expecting more than 75 nationalities this year.”

During this 8th edition, APG will present the 4th AWARD CEREMONY (APG Worldwide Airline Reward for Distribution) to elect the best airlines nominated by travel agents around the world.

This year the APG AWARD goes to: AIR FRANCE KLM – EMIRATES - BLUE AIR, & QATAR AIRWAYS will be also awarded.

For more information please go to: http://worldconnect.apg-ga.com/

Vietnam hosted the World Travel Awards Asia & Australasia 2016

Hosted by the InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort, the World Travel Awards Asia & Australasia Gala Ceremony 2016 took place in Vietnam. The event was attended by 200 hospitality leaders from across the regions.

Also among the winners, Hong Kong has been recognised as

Asia’s Leading Destination, InterContinental Grand Stanford Hong Kong has recognised as Asia’s Leading Business Hotel. AirAsia has been recognizes with two title: ‘Asia’s Leading LowCost Airline 2016’ and ‘Asia’s Leading Inflight Service 2016: AirAsia’ World Travel Awards President Graham Cooke said: “What a fantastic evening we have here at InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort, this has truly been a highlight of the tourism calendar here in Vietnam.

“It has been an honour to recognise some leading hospitality providers from Asia and Australasia here tonight and I offer my heartfelt congratulations to each of them.

“I look forward to seeing many of the winners this evening as we move forward to the Grand Final in the Maldives where they will compete for the global titles.”

In Australasia, Air New Zealand took the title of Australasia’s Leading Airline, while InterContinental Sydney was recognised as Australasia’s Leading Business Hotel.

As the same time, host InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort was voted Asia’s Leading Luxury Resort.

Buyers power at WTM Travel industry buyers who attend World Travel Market London are responsible for deals worth a massive $22.7 billion (£15.8bn), with an average purchasing responsibility per buyer of $3.1 million (£2.2m).

When registering for WTM London, delegates who are given WTM Buyers’ Club status are asked their level of purchasing responsibility. One third (35%) of buyers are responsible for signing contracts worth more than $1 million, including 13% which have a purchasing responsibility of $10 million or more.

WTM London is the event where the travel industry conducts its business deals, facilitating $3.6 billion (£2.5bn) in industry deals from 865,500 high-level business meetings with 4,610

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exhibitors.

These figures demonstrate that WTM London continues to attract the most relevant and senior international buyers from the world’s largest and most important travel companies, including Tui, Dnata, Kuoni Group, Low Cost Group, Thomas Cook, Secret Escapes, Monarch Holiday, Teletext Holidays, Cox & Kings, Wendy Wu Tours and Virgin Holidays.

WTM London, Senior Director, Simon Press, said: “WTM London has been the event where the industry conducts its business for almost four decades. WTM London attracts the global travel and tourism industry’s top buyers with the greatest purchasing power looking to sign deals with the exhibitors in attendance.

“A purchasing power of approaching $22.7 billion reinforces that WTM London Means Business.”

WTM London 2016 will be revamped as a three-day event from Monday 7 – Wednesday 9 November, with opening hours extended from 10am – 7pm for all three days.

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F EXHIBITION ITE-Vietnam The Vietnam National Administration of Tourism welcomed international tourism and hospitality professionals and media in Ho Chi Minh City as the International Travel Expo Ho Chi Minh City 2016 (ITE HCMC), the largest and most established international travel event in Vietnam, took place for the 12th edition from September 8 to 10 at the Saigon Exhibition & Convention Center.

Exhibitors were airlines, hotels and resorts, tour companies and travel representatives from countries like Cambodia, Germany,

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India, Indonesia, Japan, Korea, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Netherlands, the Philippines, Russia, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, United Arab Emirates and Vietnam, and many more.

200 international Hosted Buyers from countries like Australia, Austria, China, Czech, France, Germany, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Korea, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Monaco, Netherlands, Philippines, Poland, Russia, Singapore, Slovakia, South Africa, Spain, Turkey, the UAE, the UK, Ukraine and the US. There will also be a total of 100 Regional Buyers from Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, Thailand and Vietnam attended at ITE, this year.

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F Tour Operators & Agents Fez Travel opens office in Sydney, Australia Celebrating its 20 years Turkey tour Specialist Fez Travel is opening an office in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney office is run by Ms. Derya Bartli Phillips.

“Our company focuses on specialising in the best service and advice, in organising your travel arrangements to Turkey and or Greece at affordable prices” Ms. Phillips said.

“We can organise discounted flights with leading airlines of the world; Singapore Airlines, Emirates, Qatar Airways, Etihad and Turkish Airlines etc, accommodation, transfers, rental cars, group tours, guaranteed tours and sailing holidays.”

Fez Travel is also one of the leading tour operators for Gallipoli and run extensive packages and tours all year and specifically for ANZAC Day. “We guarantee to beat any written Group Quote and offer exceptional savings on land arrangements.” Ms. Phillips said.

Ms. Derya Bartli Phillips has extensive knowledge in this area, having lived most of her early years in Istanbul and her adult life in Sydney, she has unique insight into what Australians want to see and do whilst travelling through Turkey. She is Turkish speaking and understands

the culture, having worked with hotels and tour operators for over 20 years. She has the experience in operating tours to Turkey, has the local knowledge to enhance your visit to Turkey and experience Turkey like a local.

“We are excited about the new opportunities on offer for all the travelling public.” Ms. Phillips said.

Fez Travel has announced an opening promotional offer of 10% discount on all Fez Travel tours for bookings effective immediately until 31 October 2016. This is also in conjunction with a 50% off the 2nd person on all tour bookings.

2017 Early Booking Offers Fez Travel is offering two special early booking incentives. Travellers booking and paying in full for an Turkey / Turkey & Greece combination / Greece / Balkans for any escorted group tour by 31st Jan 2017 will save 20%. Travellers who book and pay in full for any escorted small group tour between 31st Jan to 31st March 2017 receive a 15% discount. These savings are also available for bookings made through travel agents.

Early Bird Airfares for 2017 have been released starting from just $1,210.00 per person to Istanbul return from Sydney.

Celestyal Cruises’ CEO takes up CLIA Europe’s helm The CLIA Europe General Assembly, which is in charge of, has voted to appoint Kyriakos Anastassiadis, CEO of Celestyal Cruises, as CLIA Europe Chairman.

First appointed to the European Executive Committee of the Cruise Lines International Association three years ago, Anastassiadis takes over the role from Pierfrancesco Vago, Executive Chairman of MSC Cruises, who has been the organisation’s chairman for the last three years.

Anastassiadis takes on the crucial role of representing the views of the smaller CLIA Europe Cruise Line Members like Celestyal, as well as all of its other members when he takes up the role on 1 January 2017.

The members of CLIA Europe’s General Assembly also unanimously thanked Pierfrancesco Vago for the work he has undertaken over the last three years and asked him to remain on the organisation’s board.

The remaining members of the Executive Committee, as confirmed by the General Assembly, are: David Dingle, Chairman of Carnival UK and

CLIA Europe Vice Chairman; Manfredi Lefebvre d’Ovidio, Chairman of Silversea Cruises; Gavin Smith, Senior Vice President International, Royal Caribbean; Michael Thamm, CEO of the Costa Group and Pierfrancesco Vago.

Anastassiadis, CEO of Celestyal Cruises, said: “I feel honoured and humbled by the General Assembly’s decision to trust me as CLIA Europe Chair and I look forward to continuing the work and effectiveness of CLIA Europe in representing all of its Members and ensuring the future success of the cruise industry. We have an effective team of professionals working at CLIA and are developing a stronger presence in Europe. I remain fully committed to matching my peers’ trust with my outmost dedication during the upcoming years.”

Raphael von Heereman, Secretary General of CLIA Europe, said: “I would like to welcome the appointment of Kyriakos and I look forward to working with him. I also thank Pierfrancesco for his restless support and help in expanding our effectiveness in Brussels and other European capitals, in terms of government affairs, communication and business development. As a result, we have notably increased the value that we bring to our Cruise Line Members and Executive Partners.”

Albatravel Group appoints Bulent Senses Bulent Senses has been appointed to Albatravel Group as Online Marketing Manager for Turkey.

Prior to joining Albatravel, Mr. Senses was Director of sales and Marketing at Accor Hotels in Turkey.

Albatravel Group was born in Venice in the early ‘80s as a company specialized in tourism and more precisely operating in the incoming sector. In 1997 the company launched a hotel reservation system in the Italian market which became a huge success. Thanks to that winning start Albatravel started its expansion on the Italian territory opening new offices in Milan, Rome, Genoa, Lecce, Messina, Pescara and Florence. Today, the Group has 300 employees, 7 branches in Italy and a sales team of 30 sales and it is therefore able to cover the national territory very thoroughly in terms of customer care.

In 2000 Worldwide Hotel Link was born with the intent to create a direct supply in terms of product having its own direct contracts with hotels and other ancillary services which is now one of the largest wholesalers in Europe and to date manages assets of over 12,000 accommodation contracts.

To date WHL (Worldwide Hotel Link) manages over 28,000 contracts allowing us to be one of the main players in the international travel industry.

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Today the portal www.albatravel.com is the European leader in the B2B online booking market (distributed only to travel agents), by offering net prices in a wide range of tailor made services, a choice of over 160,000 hotels in 185 countries around the world in addition to a large range of other different products such as transfers, city tours, parks, museums, attractions, entertainment, travel cards in major cities and also flights, trains, ferries, car hire, yachts and sailing routes and food and wine tours.

Netstorminghas 35 highly skilled professionals in technology Web Engineering, Web Design, Web Services and Web Marketing which allow to create a dynamic and efficient solutions for every demand and is the software house and IT Company owned by Albatravel Group which looks after the technological developments, the management of the websites, the connectivity, the development of xml links with clients and suppliers..

In 2005 Albatravel Group starts the expansion into the international markets with Albatravel France in Paris, Albatravel Suisse in Lugano, Albatravel Spain in Madrid, Albatravel UK in London, Albatravel USA in Orlando (Florida) and Albatravel China in Beijing, thanks to its excellence and competitiveness of its product and to the success of its business model.

In 2008 Albatravel decided to invest in a different field in the same sector and created a brand new hotel chain called Excel Hotels & Resorts that now has five owned 4 star hotels in Italy, three in Rome and two in Venice.

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Turkish Airlines expands in Africa existing services to Dar es Salaam and Kilimanjaro.

Beginning from 12th December Zanzibar flights will be operated 3 times per week as Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays in both directions.

Introductory round trip fares are available from Istanbul to Zanzibar starting at 636 US Dollars (including taxes and fees).

Additionally, for the operations to Zanzibar, Miles&Smiles members will be able to earn 25% extra status miles.* Zanzibar flight times as scheduled from December 12th; Flight No. Days

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Monday, Wednesday, Turkey’s flag carrier Turkish Airlines again strengthens its IST 20:30 ZNZ TK 567 Saturday presence in Africa by launching a new route as a result the Monday, Wednesday, carrier will have a presence at 50 destinations in 31 African ZNZ 06:25 IST TK 567 Saturday countries, making it one of the leading carriers to the continent.

Zanzibar, the most prominent tourism destination of Tanzania, All times are in LMT. will be the 3rd gateway of Turkish Airlines in the country, with

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Tunisair launches “Autumn 2016” promotional fares For more information about conditions, Tunisia’s flag carrier, Tunisair announced the launch of its Tunisair Turkey contact : +90 (212) 225.88.53 / 241.70.97 “Autumn 2016” promotional fares. Tunisair Turkey office revealed a special rate for flights between Istanbul Ataturk Airport and its main base; Tunis-Carthage International Airport.

Tunisair Turkey said that roundtrip fares from Istanbul – Tunis – Istanbul is only US$219 including VAT. Sales Period: from September 29; 2016 to October 13; 2016 Travel period: from October 03; 2016 to December16; 2016 (Last Back December 31; 2016) Minimum Stay: 03 Days on site or one night from Saturday to Sunday.

Max Stay: 15 Days

Turkish Airlines promotes new Seychelles flights with Paris Taxis Turkish Airlines used the IFTM Top Resa Tourism Trade Fair in Paris to increase visibility of its new flights to the Seychelles starting end of October. Seychelles was their chosen destination to be on their stand where a branded Paris Taxi sat proudly for all to see.

The vivid colourful image of a Seychelles landscape with its turquoise blue seas, lush green vegetation and granite boulders was the photograph used alongside the Turkish Airline logo.

The Seychelles delegation at the IFTM Top Resa said they were happy the it was a Seychelles branded taxi that was chosen to be their display vehicle. Minister Alain St.Ange, the Seychelles Minister for Tourism and Culture did a photo shooting opportunity with the Seychelles branded Paris Taxi accompanied by Ambassador Bernard Shamlaye, Seychelles Ambassador in France, Sherin Francis, the CEO of the island’s Tourism Board, Bernadette Willemin, the Paris based Director for Europe for the Seychelles Tourism Board and Christine Barbier, Miss Seychelles 2016.

A couple of years ago when the Seychelles relaunched its tourism industry after the appointment of Alain St.Ange as CEO of its Tourism Board and Vice President Joseph Belmont holding the tourism portfolio a Seychelles branded London Black-Cab Taxi was the centre of attraction at the World Travel Market tourism trade fair of London. “With V.P. Belmont we had a photo opportunity in London.

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agents and fans of Seychelles” said Minister St.Ange in Paris as he gave the nod to the Seychelles branded Paris Taxi with Turkish Airline.

“We are mid-ocean islands and need airlines as our partners if we are to continue to consolidate our tourism industry. The visibility enjoyed by our islands during the last couple of years has ensured we remain relevant as a tourism destination with a difference. Today we are better connected to the world than ever before and by the 31st December 2016 we shall see eleven more weekly flights landing at Seychelles International Airport - seven by Qatar Airways, thee by Turkish Airline and a second service by CONDOR of Germany” said Minister St.Ange.

Atlasglobal moves to London Stansted Airport

As part of its strategic plan, Atlasglobal Airlines will be transferring its flights from London Luton, where it has been operating since May 2014, to London Stansted Airport. Atlasglobal flights operate daily between London and Istanbul, taking off from Istanbul at 10.25, arriving in London at 12.30; taking off from London at 13.35 and arriving in Istanbul at 19.30. Atlasglobal’s Stansted Airport flights will operate to exactly the same timetable and there will be no change in onward flight connections.

Atlasglobal Airlines will retain the same flight times for its London flights when it transfers to London Stansted Airport. From 30th October, tickets for all passengers travelling to/ from London will automatically be transferred to London Stansted Airport. This means that passengers will not need to do anything, but can travel

directly to/ from Stansted Airport. If any London Luton Airport passengers travelling after 30th October 2016 wish to cancel their flights on account of the change in airport, they may do so by applying before 10th October 2016 and will receive a full refund.

Speaking about the move to Stansted Airport, Atlasglobal’s Head of Sales and Marketing, Tuna Tunca said “Atlasglobal is responding to passengers’ demands and transit requirements by continuing to develop our operations and open new routes. By opening new destinations every month and offering optimum service standards and convenient transfer times, we are building a strong bridge between the East and the West of Turkey.”

He explained that Stansted Airport plays host to 23 million passengers every year, and is London’s 3rd largest, and the UK’s 4th largest airport. “London Stansted is just 47 minutes by train from central London and has room to accommodate 110 planes.

There are flights from London Stansted to 35 different countries and 170 different destinations. It has been a strategic decision to start flying from London Stansted Airport to Istanbul Atatürk Airport from 30th October,and we feel very positive about this move” he said.

Ukraine International Airlines starts Kiev – Ankara flights Within the period of Winter 2016/17 Schedule Ukraine International Airlines (UIA) is ready to launch a non-stop scheduled flights between Kiev and Ankara, Turkey.

Effectived October 30, 2016, the Kiev – Ankara – Kiev daily flights will be operated on modern Boeing 737 aircraft with two cabin classes: Business Class and Economy Class.

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– Given that Turkey enjoys great popularity as a vacation destination and simultaneously has strong business contacts with Ukrainian business, the Kiev – Ankara – Kiev flights will be operated daily. We hope passengers from both Ukraine and Turkey will take advantage of our new services”.

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*Local time The flights from/to Ankara are scheduled so as to provide convenient connections with UIA services to/from the cities of Western Europe, China, and the US at Kiev Boryspil International airport.

“The launch of non-stop scheduled services to Ankara is yet another step of the UIA medium-haul network development, – noted Evgeniya Satska, UIA Corporate Press Secretary.

Onur Air Passengers First Fly with WOW! At a walking distance from Istanbul Atatürk Airport and one of the biggest brands of Turkey in congress sector with accommodation facilities, WOW Istanbul Hotels & Convention Center offers a very advantageous and useful campaign for Onur Air passengers.

Parking garage of WOW Istanbul next to Atatürk Airport is available for Onur Air passengers only for 10 TL for 24 hours. And it also offers free service between Atatürk Airport and WOW Istanbul. The advantages and opportunities offered by WOW Istanbul for Onur Air passengers are not limited to these. It also offers 15% discount for the unique menu and entertaining atmosphere of Choppers Point Istanbul for Onur Air passengers.

Onur Air passengers will also taste the most delicious meals of Turkish and world cuisine by award-winning chefs of Restaurant Mezzanine and The Lobby Bar&Cafe in WOW Istanbul Hotels & Convention Center during the campaign with 15% discount.

Furthermore, they will have the opportunity to relax in Health Club with swimming pool, sauna, steam room, massage room, vitamin bar and sports hall etc. before and after their flights with 15% discount. All Onur Air passengers can benefit from this campaign organized by WOW Istanbul by presenting their boarding passes.

This campaign offered by WOW Istanbul located next to Atatürk Airport, World Trade Center, Istanbul Exhibition Center and CNR

Expo Center visited by hundreds of thousands persons every day is expected to attract great attention.

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F EXHIBITION UITM-Kiev UITM was orgaized at October 5-7 in Kiev International Exhibition Centre (IEC). UITM is the one of the largest Ukrainian annual travel industry event for autumn and winter season, where tourism professionals have an opportunity to examine all assortment of market offers. The exhibition was a unique platform on which the largest tour operators and

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travel agencies are brought together, seminars and conferences, presentations of the new directions and bonus programs are held and business meetings with target audience are planned.

Turkey also attended to the event with Kiev office of Ministry of Culture and Tuorism, Turkish Airlines, Anex Tour Coral Travel, TURSAB, KonyaaltÄą - Antalya, Erzurum, BW President Hotel and Radisson Blu Kayseri Hotel.

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F HOTELS Eresin Group will not renew contract with Barceló Hotels leader in the 5 star hotels segment in Istanbul, The Eresin Group operates three hotels; Best Western Eresin Taxim, Eresin Taxim Premier and Eresin Crown hotels - comprising 196 rooms.

Barceló Hotels operates the 5-star Barceló Eresin Topkapi Hotel located in the Old Town, in Istanbul’s European quarter for the last five years. Effective from December 2016, Eresin Group will not renew the contract with Barceló Hotels and the Topkapi Hotel will be managed by Eresin Hotels.

Vice President of Eresin Hotels, Mrs. Müberra Eresin announced that Eresin Hotels will rename its hotels in Istanbul as: Eresin Hotels Topkapı, Eresin Hotels Sultanahmet, Eresin Hotels Taxim, and Eresin Hotels Taxim Premier However, Barceló Hotels will not leave Istanbul and the Eresin Group, one of Turkey’s leading hotel groups, Spanish hotels group will manage a new property in announced the end of agreement with Barceló Hotels, which Istanbul. Barceló signs signs a management agreement to manages a 5-star property in Istanbul’s Topkapi district. The operate a 52-room hotel in Istanbul’s Beyoglu district.

Hampton by Hilton Istanbul Zeytinburnu starts welcoming guests Hilton‘s Hampton by Hilton brand announced the opening of its newest property, Hampton by Hilton Istanbul Zeytinburnu. The 162-room hotel joins the Hampton by Hilton family of Hampton Inn by Hilton and Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton hotels, and joins a further 47 Hilton properties in Turkey.

Hampton by Hilton Istanbul Zeytinburnu is conveniently located 13 kilometres from Istanbul Ataturk Airport. The property is located in an area of rich historic significance and sits next to the Yedikule Fortress, a centuries-old structure. The hotel is near two major hospitals Surp Pirgic Ermenian Hospital and Balikli Rum Hospital. It is also close to University of Biruni, the Olivium Shopping Mall, CNR Expo Convention Center and several sports centres including Abdi Ipekci, one of Turkey’s largest indoor sports complexes.

A short walk from Zeytinburnu’s Marmaray Kazlicesme rail station, Hampton by Hilton Istanbul Zeytinburnu also offers easy access to key locations in Istanbul including the Asian side, the Old City, the Taksim square and the Yenipaki port which has ferry connections to Yalova, Bursa and Bandirma.

“We are delighted to open Hampton by Hilton Istanbul Zeytinburnu which joins seven other Hampton by Hilton properties already open in Turkey,” said Phil Cordell, global head, focused service and Hampton by Hilton brand management. “We look forward to welcoming guests to the hotel where they can experience the brand’s signature service and amenities, all backed by the 100% Hampton® Satisfaction Guarantee.”

The hotel, Hilton’s first LEED (Leadership in Energy Environment Design) Platinum certified property, has been recognised for its green building features, including its significant water and energy savings. Preserving the environment is one of the key pillars of Travel with Purpose, Hilton’s corporate responsibility strategy. ““With its convenient location, excellent transportation links and range of facilities, Hampton by Hilton Zeytinburnu offers the perfect base for our guests” said H.Hakan Bakir, general manager, Hampton by Hilton Istanbul Zeytinburnu.

“We are thrilled to be Hilton’s first LEED Platinum certifed property as reducing the impact of our footprint continues to be a priority for the hotel. We are confident this modern hotel will be a top choice for travellers to Istanul &

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Zeytinburnu.”

Hampton by Hilton Istanbul Zeytinburnu offers guests the brand’s signature hot breakfast included with all rates, the Hampton Garden, and a 24-hour convenience hub with a selection of snacks and drinks for purchase. Guests can take advantage of the 24/7 complimentary fitness room as well as the complimentary covered parking. Free Wi-Fi, a business centre and five meeting rooms are also available.

Each guestroom features high-quality amenities, including the brand’s signature Clean and fresh Hampton bed®, 40 inch LCD TV and complimentary coffee and tea.

Hampton by Hilton team members proudly exhibit a unique culture described as Hamptonality. The term describes each hotel’s approach to friendly customer service, anticipation of guests’ needs and providing travelers with helpful suggestions about area attractions, historical facts and fun things to do around town. Additionally, hotels are infused with local photography and artwork, highlighting each property’s connection and support to its own community.

Hampton by Hilton Istanbul Zeytinburnu participates in Hilton’s award-winning customer loyalty program, Hilton HHonors®. Hilton HHonors members who book directly through preferred Hilton channels have access to benefits including an exclusive member discount, free standard WiFi, as well as digital amenities that are available exclusively through the industry-leading Hilton HHonors app, where HHonors members can check-in, choose their room.

Steigenberger Airport Hotel Istanbul has opened design elements as well as flexible workspaces. All guests have free Wi-Fi access, and rooms are equipped with LCD flat screens. An extensive international selection of TV channels is offered. The hotel also houses a modern health and beauty spa centre along with a spacious gym with the latest exercise equipment, a Turkish bath, a steam room, a sauna, a jacuzzi and an indoor swimming pool. For conferences or meetings, the hotel offers an 860 square metre pillar-free Grand Ballroom and three additional meeting rooms.

Delectable experiences await those who dine at the Steigenberger Airport Hotel Istanbul. Guests can explore both local specialities and international flavours. Olives Restaurant is located at the lobby level in a warm and casual atmosphere.

It is open all day, serving a rich buffet breakfast and à la The Steigenberger Hotel Group has opened its second carte lunch and dinner. Guests at Prime Restaurant & Bar can hotel in Turkey. The Steigenberger Airport Hotel Istanbul discover the flavours of modern Turkish cuisine as well as an is conveniently located only four kilometers away from the extensive selection of domestic and imported fine beverages Ataturk International Airport, which serves more than 60 in a modern, refined setting. The Piano Bar is a venue in which million passengers and therefore ranks eleventh among the to relax and enjoy piano accompaniment to an afternoon tea or world’s biggest airports. evening cocktail.

The hotel offers access to local attractions including shopping The Steigenberger Airport Hotel Istanbul is operated under malls, restaurants and a public park. Within 25 minutes, guests a franchise contract by Korcan Turizm Petrol Ürünleri Ticaret can easily reach the city centre with its rich heritage and many Sanayi A.S in Ankara, Turkey. Hotel General Manager Ali Türk places of interest such as Topkapi Palace, Taksim Square or comments: ‘’I am very excited about our cooperation with the Hagia Sophia. Hotel guests enjoy a complimentary shuttle Steigenberger. Combining our knowledge of the hospitality service to Ataturk Airport and to other destinations within a industry in Turkey and Steigenberger’s quality and expertise five kilometre radius around the hotel. in the marketplace, I am confident that Steigenberger Airport “We are proud to open our second hotel in Turkey and to Hotel Istanbul is poised to develop at an exceptional pace. I expand our international portfolio further. Our guests will believe that the long lasting reputation of our company with enjoy Turkish hospitality meeting German standards in one of its association with Steigenberger will enable this unique the most pulsating cities of the world,” said Puneet Chhatwal, business hotel to achieve its full potential and pave the way CEO of the Steigenberger Hotel Group. for a successful and mutually beneficial collaboration for many All 209 guest rooms are designed to deliver a restful stay and years to come.’’ a comfortable work environment and feature both innovative

Banyan Tree to open a luxury resort in Bodrum, Turkey Headquartered in Singapore, Banyan Tree Holdings Limited is a leading, international hospitality brand that manages and develops premium resorts, hotels and spas. In its first foray into Turkey, Banyan Tree is opening its first resort hotel in Turkey with Nef Bodrum.

The address of luxurious and comfortable accommodation with signature Asian hospitality, Banyan Tree will launch its first resort location in Turkey with a 70-key hotel that will include Banyan Tree’s award-winning tropical spa concept that spans across 2000 square meters.

Maximilian Lennkh, Vice President, Business Development of Banyan Tree Hotels & Resorts said: “I am excited to announce our partnership with Nef, the leading real estate developer in Turkey. It is exciting for Banyan Tree to work together with Nef to develop and later operate the Banyan Tree Bodrum in the Gökçebel district of Bodrum. This marks our very first Banyan Tree opening in Europe.”

Banyan Tree Bodrum, a 70-key resort will feature 14 spa suites each with a private pool, 40 standard rooms and 30 branded suites. Its Banyan Tree Spa will offer body care and facials in private treatment rooms, beach spa, the “Rainforest experience” concept and Turkish Bath. Hotel guests and Nef Bodrum homeowners will be able to enjoy two restaurants, an ala carte restaurant by the sea, a private lounge and library, and a sunset bar.

Erden Timur, the CEO of Nef states that this partnership will be a great motivation for the tourism sector and highlights the safe environment of Turkey. “Tourism investments have fallen approximately by 50 percent compared to last year.

Declining tourism investments also have a considerable impact

on employment rates. We are pleased to contribute to both the tourism sector and the Turkish economy in a large scale, by such a remarkable partnership during a period of suspended investments. Once opened, Banyan Tree will create many job opportunities in the hospitality sector,” added Timur.

Timur announced a 2017 spring opening for Nef Bodrum located at a hidden secluded cape surrounded by sea on three sides and extending across 100 thousand square metres featuring Banyan Tree Bodrum and a 460-metre long private beach.

“Bodrum is a wonderful destination attracting large numbers of national and international travellers looking forward to experience the tranquility and natural beauty of the Turkish Riviera. With Banyan Tree Bodrum now in the pipeline and the Banyan Tree Tamouda Bay in Morocco which is just opening its doors for our guests, we are now strategically positioned in the Mediterranean’s Eastern and Western extremes. The project opening in Bodrum is a first step into Europe and we are looking forward to extend and grow further,” added Mr. Lennkh.

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F EXHIBITION Lviv TourEXPO Lviv international forum of tourism and organized in Lviv Palace of Arts grounds at 19-21 October.

Lviv international forum of tourism and hospitality industries is an important event in the field of tourism, hospitality and entertainment in Western Ukraine; and organized three interrelated exhibitions, namely international exhibition-fair “TourEXPO” Specialized exhibition “Hotel and restaurant business” and specialized exhibition “Continent of entertainment: Sports. Vacation. Leisure”.

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The main objective of the exhibition is a promotion of tourism opportunities and little -known objects of Ukraine and the world, demonstrating a wide range of professionals the latest achievements in the field of tourism and hospitality. The target audience of visitors: travel companies, key employees health and spa facilities, hotels and other accommodation establishments, entertainment, active investors and tourists.

This year Kiev office of Ministry of Culture and Tourism attended the fair with Turkish Airlines. AtlasGlobal had also a big stand in TourEXPO.

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üney Asya’nın hızla büyüyen pazarlarından Vietnam’ın en önemli turizm etkinliği ITE HCMC 2016 Fuarı için Eylül ilk haftasında önce Ho Chi Ming olmak üzere Binh Thuan bölgesinin en önemli şehri Phan Thiet’i gezdik.

Vietnam Laos, Kamboçya ve Miramar’ın üzerinde bölgenin ağabeyi olarak etkili bir üstünlük kurmuş ve son kez 10 yıl önce kadar geldiğimiz Ho Chi Ming eski adıyla Saygon büyük gelişme göstermiş. Ünlü Rex ve New World gibi birkaaç otele çok sayıda yeni zincir otel eklenmiş. Sheraton, Hilton, Renaisance gibi otellerin yanısıra henüz açılmış bizim de kaldığımız Le Meridien otel Dünya örneklerinden hiç farklı olmayan servisleri ile göz dolduruyor.

THY’nin hergün gerçekleştirdiği Saygon uçuşlarına birkaç ay önce başşehir Hanoi de eklenmiş. Biz de Hanoi aktarmalı olarak 1 saat Hanoi’de uçakta 1.5 saat kadar süren Saygon uçuşu ile 2.5 saat fazlası ile Saygon Tan Son Nhut havaalanına indik.

Vietnam herhalde Dünyanın ençok motorsikletin kullanıldığı bir ülke. Şehirde 4 milyonun üzerinde motorsiklet olduğu söyleniyor. Trafik de motorsiklet yoğunluğu ile artıyor. Bu iş

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saatlerinde ulaşımı durma noktasına getiriyor. Oysa havaalanı ile şehir merkezi en çok 20 dk. Ama bu yol çoğu kez 1 saati geçiyor.

Her fuar öncesinde olduğu gibi biz de şehri tanıma turlarına katıldık. Ancak bizim turumuz önceki yıllardan farklı olarak önce Ao Dai tarihi Vietnam geleneksel giysilerinden olan sergiyi,

ardından da Minh Phuong sanat mekezini gezerek geleneksel Vietnam sanatının yapılışını örnekleri ile tanıdık.

Ardından Saigon Nhieu Loc nehrinde Dong Duong tekne gezisi ile şehri su yolu ile farklı açıdan izledik.

Ancak şehrin diğer önemli merkezlerini yürüyerek zaten kolaylıkla gezebiliyorsunuz.

Paris’in simgesi Eyfel kulesini

yapan Gustav Eiffel Saygon’a iki önemli eser bırakmış. Bunlardan biri ‘’Mariamman Hindu Temple” ve “Saigon Central Mosque” un hemen yakınlarındaki ‘’Notre Dame Cathedral’’ve diğeri de Merkez Postane. Bu iki yapı şehri simgeleyen eserlerin başında geliyor. Kitap caddesi, 1975’de komunist tanklar ile Vietnam’ın kuşatılmasının başladığı yer olan “Reunification Palace”, Remnants Savaş Müzesi, Tarih müzesi, İmparator Jade Pagoda anıtı, sebze-meyveden, saat ve güneş gözlüğüne, hediyelik eşyadan kıyafete herşeyin satıldığı Ben Thanh Market NewFocus

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mutlaka gezilmesi gerekli yerlerin başında geliyor. Alışverişlerde söylenen fiyatın %25 i ile pazarlığa başlayabilirsiniz.

Dong Khoi değerli sanat eserlerinin satıldığı bir cadde, “Quan Am Pagoda”, “Phuoc An Hoi Quan Pagoda”, “Thien Hau Pagoda”, “Giac Lam Pagoda”, “Jade Emperor Pagoda” gibi bölgesel dinlere ait merkezlerde gezilebilir.

Tarihi ile yaşıyan Rex otel, Muong Thanh otelin yanısıra Hotel des Arts görülüp kalınmasını tavsiye edeceğimiz oteller.

Fuar ile sınırlı Vietnam gezimizin ikinci durağı Binh Thuan bölgesine yaptığımız gezi sırasında konakladığımız Phan Thiet şehri oldu. 6 saati bulan bir otobüs seyahatinin ardından ulaştığımız bölge bir sayfiye şehri. Kumsal ve deniz üzerinde çok sayıda resort otel ve konaklam tesisi mevcut. Yol boyunca gördüğümüz Ta Cu dağı ve aynı adı taşıyan restoran, görkemli Wine Castle at Sealinks ve golf alanları, Po Sah Nu ve Po Sah Inu Cham anıtları önerilecek yerler arasında.

Bölgenin uzman tur operatörü Asian Trails ile yaptığımız bu gezi aksaksız olarak gerçekleşirken, hızla büyümüş bulduğumuz Vietnam’ın diğer şehirlerini de görmek ve ünlü Ha Long körfezinde mantar adaların arasında bir kruvaziyer turnu tekrarlamak istedik.

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F BÜLTEN Kayıp 15 milyar dolar İki yıldır süren turist sayısındaki düşüş, Türkiye’nin turizm gelirlerinde erimeye yol açtı. Türkiye son bir yılda 9.5 milyon yabancı ziyaretçi kaybetti.

Turizmdatabank’ın hazırladığı ‘Turizmde 2016 Krizi ve Etkileri’ konulu araştırmaya göre, Türkiye, turizm gelirinde 15 milyar dolar dolayında gelir kaybı yaşadı. Tahminlere göre Türkiye 2015-2016 sezonlarında 9 - 9.5 milyon aralığında yabancı ziyaretçi kaybetti. Krizin en çok ve doğrudan gelir azaltıcı etkisi de bu nedenden kaynaklandı. Türkiye’ye gelemeyen turistlerin yaracağı olası gelir kaybının 9.5 - 10 milyar dolar olması bekleniyor. Turizmde gelir kaynağını eriten ikinci önemli süreç de, kişibaşı turist harcamalarında görülen ve ay bazında yüzde

15 ila yüzde 25 arasında değişen ciddi azalmalar oldu. 800 dolardan 700 doların altına inen, azalan kişibaşı harcamaların yaratacağı gelir kaybı da önemli boyutlarda.

Turizmdeki kriz otellerde çalışanların sayısını ciddi oranda düşürdü. Sosyal Güvenlik Kurumu verilerine göre, 2016 yılı temmuz ayında otellerde sigortalı çalışan sayısı yüzde 18.5 azalışla 312 bine geriledi.

Merkez Bankasının 2016 yılı 8 aylık ödemeler dengesi verilerine göre 2015 yılı ocak-ağustos döneminde turizm sektöründe net 14.2 nilyar dolar kazanan Türkiye, 2016’nın aynı döneminde 8,3 milyar dolar net gelire düştü. Buna karşılık 2016 yılının 8 aylık döneminde turizm giderleri % 8 artarak 3.8 milyar dolar oldu.

Böylece turizmden elde edilen net kazanç %41,2 azalarak 8.3 milyar dolara geirlemiş oldu.

Antalya’nın en kötü yılı Tarihinin en kötü yılını yaşayan turizm kenti Antalya’ya, bu yıl başından eylül ayı sonu itibariyle havayoluyla gelen turist sayısı, geçen yıla göre yüzde 46.9 azaldı.

İlk 9 ayda 4 milyon 650 bin 238 turist ağırlayan Antalya’nın kaybı, 2015 yılının aynı dönemine göre 4 milyon 104 bin 685 turist oldu. Antalya Havalimanı verilerine göre, Rusya ve Avrupa turizm pazarında rekor düşüşler gerçekleşti. Antalya’nın en büyük iki pazarından Rusya’dan geçen yılın 9 aylık dönemdeki

kayıp oranı yüzde 92.9 olarak kaydedildi. Geçen yıl 2 milyon 451 bin 993 Rus turiste karşın bu yılki rakam 173 bin 513’te kaldı. Rusya’dan gelen turist sayısı bu yıl 2 milyon 278 bin 480 kişi eksildi. Türkiye’nin turizm başkentinin iki büyük pazarından diğeri Almanya’dan ise 4 milyon 104 bin turistin 3 milyon 34 binini Ruslar ve Almanlar geçen yılın 9 ayında 2 milyon 535 bin 61 olan turist sayısı yüzde oluşturdu. Rusya ve Almanya’nın ardından İsveç’ten yüzde 29.8 gerilemeyle 1 milyon 778 bin 935’e düştü. Alman pazarında 56.3’lük düşüş ve 141 bin 440 kayıpla 109 bin 786 turist geldi.

756 bin turist kaybı oluştu. Antalya’nın bu yıl 9 ayda kaybettiği

“2017 de parlak görünmüyor”

Yıl sonuna yaklaşılırken her bölgeden gelen rakamların Turizm sektörünün 2016 yılında “afet ” yılı yaşadığını ortaya koyduğunu belirten Türkiye Otelciler Federasyonu (TÜROFED) Başkan Yardımcısı Mehmet İşler, önümüzdeki yılın da pek parlak görünmediğini söyledi.

“Turizm bölgelerinde kış operasyon yok, ön avans yok, erken rezervasyon yok. Görünen o ki, 2017’de krizinin derinliği 2016’dan daha fazla olacak” diyen İşler, “Sektörün ayakta kalması, güçlenmesi için teşvik ve desteklere ihtiyaç var. İş işten geçtikten sonra gelecek destek, mevtaya serum takmaktan farksız olacaktır” diye konuştu.

Turistik merkezlerin yılın dokuz ayında 8,6 milyon turist kaybettiğini hatırlatan TÜROFED Başkan Yardımcısı ve Ege Turistik İşletmeler ve Konaklamalar Birliği (ETİK) Başkanı Mehmet İşler, Antalya, İstanbul, Muğla, İzmir ve Kuşadası’ndan oluşan turistik merkezlerin tamamında düşüş eğiliminin sürdüğünü belirtti.

2016 yılının dokuz aylık döneminde en büyük kaybı Antalya’nın yaşadığını, onu sırasıyla İstanbul, Muğla ve İzmir’in izlediğini kaydeden İşler, “Bu rakamlar turizm sektörünün 2016 yılında resmen bir afet yaşadığını ortaya koyuyor. 2017 parlak görünmüyor” dedi. Sektörün ayakta kalması, güçlenmesi için teşvik ve desteklere ihtiyaç duyulduğunu belirten TÜROFED Başkan Yardımcısı ve ETİK Başkanı Mehmet İşler, hükümetten ve yerel yönetimlerden beklentilerinin karşılanmasını beklediklerini söyledi. İşler, “Turizm sektörünün en büyük gider kalemlerinden biri elektrik, diğeri de su. Haksız yere

ödediğimiz kayıp kaçak bedelinin yükü zaten üstümüzde.

Hükümetin elektrik bedellerinde indirim istiyoruz. Yerel yönetimlerden su tüketim bedellerinde ciddi indirim yapmasını bekliyoruz. Zira yeşil yıldızlı belgeliler dışındaki tesisler, 2634 sayılı Turizmi Teşvik Yasası’na göre hakları olan indirimi alamıyorlar” diye konuştu. “Sektör acil teşvik ve destekler bekliyor” “İş işten geçtikten sonra gelecek destek, mevtaya serum takmaktan farksız olacaktır” diyen Mehmet İşler, “Ekonomik kayıplarımız, hayal kırıklılarımız olabilir. Ancak bunlar asla, ama asla ülke sevdamızın önüne geçmemiştir ve geçmeyecektir. Ülkenin geleceğinin söz konusu olduğu yerde gerisi teferruattır. Bunun bilincinde olarak, ekonomik alandaki savaştan mutlaka galip çıkmamız gerekiyor” görüşünü dile getirdi.

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Türkiye’ye geçmiş yıllarda bir milyonun üzerinde turistin

geldiği Fransa pazarı Türk turizmcilere 2017 yılı için umut vermedi. Ege Turistik İşletmeler ve Konaklamalar Birliği (ETİK) Başkan Yardımcısı Şinasi Akçay, güvenlik kaygısıyla Türkiye’ye gelmeyen Avrupalı turistin İspanya’ya, adalara, Yunanistan’a, Hırvatistan’a, Portekiz’e dağıldığını söyledi.

Fransa’nın başkenti Paris’te düzenlenen Uluslararası Turizm ve Seyahat Fuarı IFTM Top Resa, 20 - 23 Eylül 2016 tarihleri arasında “Turizm endüstrisinin buluşma noktası” söylemiyle gerçekleştirildi. Porte de›Versailles Fuar Merkezi’nde bu yıl 38. kez düzenlenen fuar, dünyanın dört bir yanından turizm ve seyahat profesyonellerini bir araya getirdi.

ETİK Başkan Yardımcısı, Maxima Paradise Resort Oteli Genel Müdürü Şinasi Akçay da IFTM Top Resa’ya katılan Türk turizmciler arasında yer aldı. Fransa pazarının Türkiye için önemli bir pazar olduğunu, önceki yıla kadar 1 milyonun üzerinde Fransız turistin ağırlandığını anlatan Akçay, ülkemizin sahip olduğu kültürel ve tarihi zenginlikler, ürün ve hizmet kalitesi - ücret dengesiyle yıllar boyu Fransızlar’ın tercih ettiği bir ülke olduğunu vurguladı. Şinasi Akçay, 2013 yılında 1 milyon 46 bin 10, 2014 yılında 1 milyon 37 bin 152, 2015 yılında 847 bin 259 turistin geldiği Fransa’dan 2016 yılının Ocak - Ağustos döneminde gelen turist sayısının 427 bin 835’te kaldığını belirtti. 2014 yılında bir

önceki yıla göre yüzde 1,03 artan Fransız turist sayısının 2015 yılında yüzde 17,39 ve 2016 yılında yüzde 33,5 azaldığını kaydeden Şinasi Akçay, Fransa pazarını yeniden kazanmanın Türkiye turizmi ve ekonomisi için önemli olduğunu vurguladı.

IFTM Top Resa’ya tur operatörleri ve seyahat acenteleriyle 2017 yılını ve sonraki yılları konuşmak için katıldıklarını anlatan turizmci Akçay, fuar izlenimlerini paylaşırken şunları söyledi: “Çok katılımcı vardı, ama Türkiye pavyonu çok tenhaydı. Türkiye gibi Rusya ve Fas’a çok fazla rağbet yoktu. Karşılaştığımız İspanyol, Yunan, Hırvat, İtalyan ve Portekizli tur operatörleri otelciler ve acenteciler son derece iyi, müthiş bir sezon geçirdiklerini söylüyordu. Çok yüksek karlarla çalıştıklarını ve sürekli dolulukla çalıştıklarını anlattılar övünerek. Hatta biraz da bize teşekkür ettiler. ‘Bu sizin sayenizde oldu’ dediler.”

Güvenlik kaygısıyla Türkiye’ye gelmeyenlerin de aralarında bulunduğu en az 15 milyon, 20 milyona yakın Avrupalı turistin İspanya’ya, adalara, Yunanistan’a, Hırvatistan’a, Portekiz’e dağıldığını anlatan ETİK Başkan Yardımcısı Şinasi Akçay, sözlerini şöyle sürdürdü: “2017 yılı şu anda Fransa için umut vaat etmiyor. Çünkü ülkemizdeki belirsizlikler, güvensizlik ortamı, Güneydoğu’daki operasyon ve Suriye’deki harekatın etkisiyle 2017 yılı için hiç kimse hiç bir programın içinde yer almak istemiyor. Önümüzdeki sezon için, 2017 için Fransa’dan yüksek bir turist akışı olmayacak gibi görünüyor. Olsa da son dakika satışlar olabileceğini ve küçük bütçeli misafirlerin ucuz otellerde tatil yapabileceğini var sayıyoruz.”

Fransa’dan hiç bir grubun önümüzdeki yıl için uçak satın almamış olmasının 2017 yılına ilişkin ipucu verdiğini anlatan turizmci Şinasi Akçay, “Pazar çok kapalı. Sanırım önümüzdeki yıl, bu yılın Temmuz, Ağustos aylarındaki gibi, müşterilerle tek tek görüşerek, son dakika satışlarıyla misafir alacağız” dedi.

TÜROB’dan tanıtım önerileri tanıtım kampanyaları yürütülmeli.

-Kültür ve Turizm Bakanlığı önceden olduğu üzere, turizm sektör örgütleri ile tanıtımın her aşamasında (ihale, fuar, değerlendirme vs.) işbirliği yapmalı.

-Hedef ülkelerde turizm fuarlarının yanında workshop, road show vs. tanıtım aktiviteleri tercih edilmelidir. Fuarlarda yer alan destinasyon stand alanları destinasyon ayrımına göre ayrı ayrı temalarla yeniden yapılandırılmalı.

- Ülkemize yönelik olumsuz algıyı değiştirecek uluslararası bilinirliği olan bir lobi kuruluşu ile ‘acil’ olarak işbirliği yapılması gerekiyor.

- Tanıtım bütçesi ve projelerinin önemli bölümü internet (e-marketing) çalışmalarına yönlendirilmeli.

- Turistik imkanların kültür varlıklarıyla birleştirilmesinin artık yeterli olmadığı, terör ve darbe gibi kötü algılanan imajımızı düzeltecek karma bir tanıtım stratejisinin devreye sokulması gerektiği görülüyor.

Türkiye Otelciler Birliği (TÜROB) Başkanı Timur Bayındır, - Bu dönemde yurtdışı tanıtımının Turizm Bakanlığı Türkiye’nin tanıtımıyla ilgili yapılabilecekleri şöyle sıraladı: eşgüdümünde, sivil toplum temsilcileriyle birlikte yeniden -Ülkemizin tanıtımı ve imaj oluşturma çalışmaları kapsamında tasarlanmasını ve Türkiye’nin potansiyel olarak gördüğü salt olarak deniz-kum-güneş teması kullanımı oransal olarak ve turist getirmek için hedeflediği ülkelerde/pazarlarda azaltılmalı.

-Özellikle deniz aşırı uzak destinasyonlarda; komşu ülkeler, global uzmanlaşmış turizmcileri bu çalışmaya davet edilmesini kurum/firma/şirketler ile birlikte ve ortak programlar kapsamında öneriyoruz.

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Rusya’da halkın % 53’ü Türkiye’ye hala “olumsuz” bakıyor

Türkiye ile Rusya arasında yaşanan derin uçak krizinde yaralar iki ülke liderinin yakınlaşma adımları ile sarılmaya başlanırken, “normalleşme” havası henüz Rusya’da tabana nüfuz edemedi.

Levada Center tarafından sonuçları yayınlanan son anket bu gerçeğe işaret ediyor. Ancak daha da önemlisi, aylarca süren yoğun “aleyhte propaganda”nın ardından, Rusya’da nüfusun neredeyse yarısının Türkiye hakkında artık “olumsuz bakış” taşımaması. Yani bardağın dolu tarafından bakıldığında tablo “kötünün iyisi” durumda.

Ankette Rusya halkının, uzun süre hep “olumsuz” haberlerle gündeme çıkarılan ABD, AB, Türkiye ve Ukrayna’ya karşı bakışı araştırıldı.

Türkiye için anket katılımcılarının yüzde 13’ “çok olumsuz”, yüzde 40’ı “genel olarak olumsuz” duygu ve düşüncelere sahip olduğunu beyan etti.

Yaşanan krize rağmen Türkiye’ye karşı “iyi” duygular beslediğini söyleyen “dostluk yanlıları”nın oranı ise yüzde 28

oldu.

Türkiye denince “çok iyi ve çok olumlu” düşünenler ise yüzde 3 olarak saptandı.

Bu durumda Rusya’!da halkın yüzde 53’ü Türkiye’ye olumsuz yüzde 31’i olumlu bakıyor.

Yüzde 16’lık kitlenin ise “kararsız” olduğu anlaşılıyor.

Bu durumda yaklaşık olarak her 4 kişiden 1’i Türkiye’ye “olumlu” bakıyor.

Diğer yandan ABD yüzde 20 “çok kötü”, yüzde 44 “kötü”, yüzde 21 “çok iyi”, yüzde 2 “çok iyi” bakış sözkonusu.

AB için ise yüzdeler sırasıyla yüzde 17, yüzde 40, yüzde 28 ve yüzde 3 oldu.

Ukrayna’ya gelince “çok kötü” yaklaşanların oranı Türkiye’den yüzde 5 daha fazla: Yüzde 18.

“Son altı ayda Rusya medyasında istisnasız negatif yayın yapıldığı için, devlet başkanlarının bir kararından dolayı ilişkilerim halk nezdinde hemen düzelmesi mümkün değil… İlişkiler iyi giderse, Türkiye hakkındaki olumsuz görüşler yavaş yavaş kaybolacak.”

Bu sözleri Türkiye-Rusya ilişkilerinde iki liderin adımlarıyla uçak krizinden “U dönüşü” yapıldığı ilk günlerde, temmuz ayı ortasında, Rusya’nın önde gelen bağımsız kamuoyu araştırma kuruluşlarından FOM Başkanı Aleksandr Oslon yapmıştı.

Politolog Mariya Lipman ise, Rusya-Türkiye ilişkilerindeki hızlı dönüşü Rusya vatandaşlarının “haddinden fazla sert” bulduğunu söyledi.

Lipman, “Etrafımızda düşman halkası görülmesi politikası uzun süre desteklendi. Talk Showlarda ve özel programlarda agresif ton kullanıldı. Toplumun ruh halini düzeltmek için uzun süre Türkiye ile artık dostça ilişkiler olduğunu tekrarlamak gerekiyor” demişti. (Turkrus)

Ukrayna’dan uçak seferleri artıyor Türkiye ile Ukrayna arasında uçak seferleri artıyor. Türkiye ve Ukrayna sivil havacılık kurumları arasında yapılan anlaşmanın ayrıntıları belli oldu.

Ukrayna Alt Yapı Bakanlığı Hava Yolu Ulaşım Departmanı Direktörü Halyna Vynarchyk kişisel facebook sayfasından yaptığı açıklamada, iki kurum arasındaki anlaşmanın detaylarını açıkladı.

Söz konusu anlaşmaya göre, Kharkiv, Lviv, Vinnitsa, Zaporoje ve Kherson şehirleri ile İstanbul arasındaki haftalık uçuş sayıları arttırılacak.

Kharkiv – İstanbul 14 sefer (7 ek sefer verildi) Vinnitsa – İstanbul 9 sefer (2 ek sefer verildi) Zaporoje – İstanbul 14 sefer (7 ek sefer verildi) Lviv – İstanbul 14 sefer (7 ek sefer verildi) Kherson – İstanbul 10 sefer (7 ek sefer verildi) Türk ve Ukrayna sivil havacılık kurumları, 12 – 13 Ekim tarihleri arasında yapılan görüşmelerin ardından, sefer sayılarının arttırılmasını öngören bir anlaşma imzalamışlardı.

Heyetler arasındaki toplantıya Sivil Havacılık Genel Müdür Yardımcısı Bahri Kesici ile Ukrayna Sivil Havacılık Otoritesi Hava Ulaşım Dairesi Başkanı Sergey Korşuk ile sektör temsilcileri katılmışlardı.

Krizde bile 5 yıldızlı otel 590 adet oldu 2016 yılında Türkiye’deki belgeli 5 yıldızlı otel sayısı 41 adet artarak 590 adede yükseldi.

Turizmdatabank’ın derlediği verilere göre, 2016 yılı Ekim ayında Türkiye’deki belgeli 5 yıldızlı otel sayısı 41 adet artarak 590 adede yükseldi.

Aynı dönemde, 4 ve 3 yıldızlı tesis sayısındaki artış daha hızlı oldu.Türkiye’deki belgeli 4 yıldızlı otel sayısı 59 adet artarak 767 adede, 3 yıldızlı otel sayısı da 87 adet artışla 947 adede yükseldi. 2016 yılında Türkiye’deki belgeli 5 yıldızlı otel sayısı 41 adet artarak 590 adede yükseldi. Var olan 590 adet 5 yıldızlının; 543 adedi otel, 35’i termal otel, 8 adedi de golf otel niteliğinde bulunuyor.

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F BÜLTEN 2017 de 112 fuara katılacağız Kültür ve Turizm Bakanlığı 2017 de 56 ülkede turizm fuarlarına katılacak. Bunlardan 7’si Utrecht Turizm Fuarı, Fitur Turizm Fuarı, ITB Berlin Turizm Fuarı, MITT Moskova, Bit Milano, Arabian Travel Market -ATM ve World Travel Market - WTM. 75 tanesine kamu-özel sektör işbirliği ile ve 30 tanesi de yurt dışı temsilcilikler aracılığıyla katilanacak.

İran’dan Denizli’ye charter Denizli’ye ilk charter uçuşu İran’dan yapıldı. İran’dan gelen 295 kişilik turist kafilesi Denizli Çardak Havalimanı’na indi. İran’dan yıl boyunca her 6 günde bir düzenlenecek seferlerle 20 bin İranlı turistin Denizli’de ağırlanmasının hedeflendiği bildirildi.

Denizli’de özel bir turizm şirketinin girişimleriyle Denizli’ye yurt dışından direkt olarak ilk charter uçuşu gerçekleştirildi. Saat 10.30’da İran’ın başkenti Tahran’dan havalanan Meraj Havayolları’na ait Airbus uçağı 295 kişilik turist kafilesiyle bugün saat 01.30’da Çardak Havaalanı’na indi. Havalimanının itfaiye araçları iniş yapan uçağı su takı yaparak karşıladı. Uçaktan inan İranlı turistlere, tek tek çiçek verilip, iyi bir tatil geçirmeleri dileğinde bulunuldu.

Organizasyonu gerçekleştiren Mersa Turizm Yönetim Kurulu Başkanı Emre Sarı, bir ilki gerçekleştirdikleri için mutlu olduklarını, her 6 günde bir seferlerin devam edeceğini, yıl boyu toplam 20 bin turisti Denizli’de ağırlamak istediklerini söyledi.

Sarı, şöyle dedi: “Denizli’ye ilk charter uçuşunu İran’dan gerçekleştirdik.

Tahran’dan Denizli’ye 6 günde bir uçuşlarımız başladı. Garanti koltuk sayısı vererek havayolu şirketini ikna ettik. Amacımız Denizli ve Pamukkale’de konaklama süresini uzatmak ve İran ile Denizli arasındaki ticari bağları geliştirmek. Uçuşlar bir yıl boyunca 6 günde bir devam edecek. İlk defa dolu bir turist uçağını Denizli’ye indiriyoruz, hedefimiz bir yıl boyuca 20 bin İranlı turisti Denizli’de ağırlamak.” İran’dan Denizli’ye direk uçuşla ayak basan ilk kafilede yer alan Salime Halili, daha önce birçok kez Türkiye’yi ziyaret ettiğini

ancak Denizli’ye ilk kez geldiğini ifade ederek Türkiye’nin çok güzel bir ülke olduğunu söyledi. Kafiledeki Türkmen asıllı turistlerden Abdulgafur Nübeş ise Türkiye’de yaşanan terör olayların kendisini etkilemediğini belirterek, «Siyasi olaylar beni hiç etkilemedi. Neden etkilesin ki. Şükürler olsun Recep Tayyip Erdoğan gibi bir ağabeyimiz var. Aslanlar gibi Türkiye’yi koruyor» diye konuştu.

Tahran’dan Denizli’ye direkt uçuşlarla iki ülke arasındaki bağların kuvvetlenmesini beklediklerini vurgulayan Meraj Havayolları’nın yetkilisi Omid Hasan ise, “Büyük bir kültüre sahip olan İran’dan geliyoruz. İran ve Türk halkı hep birlikte olmuştur, umarım bu uçuşlar iki ülke arasındaki bağları güçlendirir. Türkiye’den de İran’a turist götürmeyi hedefliyoruz.

Bu uçuşlar İran’ın turizm kültürünü daha da genişletecektir” diye konuştu.

Coral Travel Rusya Genel Direktör Yardımcısı Selçuk Bugay, Rusya operasyonlarındaki son durumu değerlendirdi.

Coral Travel, Rusya’dan Türkiye’ye tur satışlarının serbest bırakıldığı Temmuz ayından itibaren operasyonlarını başlattı. Eylül ayı itibarı ile Rusya’nın 24 şehrinden haftalık 15.000 koltuğa yakın uçuşlarla Antalya, Dalaman ve Bodrum’a turist gönderen Coral Travel, uçuşların Kasım ortasına kadar süreceğini açıkladı.

Coral Travel, 2 Eylül tarihinde Rusya’dan Türkiye’ye 2016 yılında ilk inen charter seferini düzenledi. B 767 tipi Royal Flight uçağı

ile gelen 309 turist, Antalya havalimanında özel organizasyon ile karşılandı. Eylül ayında açılan charter uçuşlarını yoğunlukla Royal Flight ve Ural Airlines ile gerçekleştirmekte olduklarını belirten Genel Direktör Yardımcısı Bugay, “Türkiye tatil paketlerimiz ve uçuş programlarımız büyük ölçüde Kasım ortasına kadar devam edecek. Ayrıca başta Moskova olmak üzere birkaç büyük şehirden kış döneminde de paketlerimizi sunmaya devam edeceğiz” dedi.

Coral Travel Rusya Genel Direktör Yardımcısı Selçuk Bugay, yaptığı açıklamada, Coral Travel’ın, Rusya’dan Türkiye satışlarının başladığı Temmuz ayı itibarıyla, Türk Hava Yolları, Pegasus, Onur Air ve Ural Airlines ile anlaştığını belirtti.

Bugay, İlave tarifeli seferler de konularak, başlangıçta haftalık olarak Türkiye’ye 5.000 turist göndermek hedefi ile operasyonlara başladıklarını, Eylül ayı itibarı ile ise, charter seferlere izin verilmesiyle birlikte, haftada 15.000 turiste çıktıklarını belirtti.

Coral Rusya’nın 24 şehrinden turist taşıyor

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Lufthansa Türkiye’de 60 yaşında

Lufthansa’nın 1956 yılında Frankfurt merkez havalimanı ile İstanbul arasında tarifeli uçuşlara başlamasından bu yana tam 60 yıl geçti. Lufthansa Grubu hem 60. Yılı şerefine hem de yeni Genel Müdürünü tanıtmak için dün İstanbul Four Seasons Bosphorus Hotel’de bir basın toplantısı düzenledi.

Lufthansa Orta Doğu ve Afrika Satış ve Hizmetlerden Sorumlu Başkan Yardımcısı Tamur Goudarzi-Pour, Lufthansa’nın Kuzey Afrika, Orta Doğu ve Türkiye Kıdemli Satış Direktörü Frank Van

den Steen, Lufthansa Orta Doğu, Afrika ve Güneydoğu Avrupa Group İletişim müdürü Tal Muscal ile Lufthansa Türkiye’nin yeni Genel Müdürü Kemal Geçer toplantının konuşmacılarıydı.

Savaş sonrası dönemde, Lufthansa Alman Havayolları’nın kuruluşundan yaklaşık 18 ay sonra, LH 620 sefer sayılı uçak, 12 Eylül 1956 tarihinde Frankfurt’tan havalandı ve doğu rotasını izleyerek Münih üzerinden İstanbul’a, oradan da Beyrut ve Tahran’a ulaştı. Böylece, dönemin çok tercih edilen uzun mesafe bağlantılı uçuşunun temeli atıldı.

Tamur Goudarzi-Pour yaptığı konuşmaya Lufthansa’nın Türkiye’ye verdiği önemi tarihsel sıralamayla verirken grubun diğer şirketlerinin de, yerel havacılık sektörü açısından çok önemli bir rol teşkil ettiğini söyledi. “Türkiye, dünyada kabin içi tüketilen yemeklerin üçte birini hazırlayan LSG Sky Chefs’in, dünyanın önde gelen motor bakım, tamir ve revizyon hizmetleri (MRO) sağlayan şirketi Lufthansa Teknik’in ve nihayet Lufthansa Kargo’nun başlıca merkezi oldu. İstanbul, ayrıca, Lufthansa’nın müşteri destek birimi Lufthansa In Touch ve Grubun iş seyahatleri özel ödeme sistemi AirPlus’un da merkezidir,” dedi. Önümüzdeki kış sezonunda Lufthansa, İstanbul ve Ankara’dan Frankfurt ve Münih’e olmak üzere, haftada toplam 25 sefer düzenleyecektir. İsviçre Grubu’na ait olan Edelweiss Havayolları, Antalya ile Zürih arasında haftada 2 sefer düzenleyecektir.

Lufthansa’nın Kuzey Afrika, Orta Doğu ve Türkiye Kıdemli Satış Direktörü Frank Van den Steen Lufthansa’nın yeni Türkiye Genel Müdürü Sayın Kemal Geçer’i tanıttı.

İstanbul’un kaybı 2.5 milyon turisti aştı İstanbul İl Kültür ve Turizm Müdürlüğü, ilk 9 ayda gelen turist istatistiklerini açıkladı. İstanbul’un turist kaybı 2 milyon 543 bin 743 oldu ve ana pazarlarda çift haneli kayıplar yaşandı.

Açıklanan verilere göre, Eylül ayında İstanbul’a gelen turist sayısı önceki yılın aynı ayına göre %33.6 oranında azalarak 800 bin 475’e geriledi. Geçtiğimiz yılın Eylül ayında İstanbul’a gelen turist sayısı 1 milyon 205 bin 89’du.

Yılın ilk 9 ayında gelen ziyaretçi sayısı da %26.4 oranında geriledi. Geçtiğimiz yılın Ocak-Eylül aylarında 9 milyon 619 bin 185 olan turist sayısı, bu yılın aynı döneminde 2 milyon 543 bin 743 azalarak 7 milyon 75 bin 482 olarak gerçekleşti.

Harem Otel hüzünle kapandı Türkiye Otelciler Birliği (TÜROB) Başkanı Timur Bayındır’ın ortağı olduğu 17 Haziran 1965 tarihinden beri turizm sektöründe gururla hizmet sunan Harem Otel 15 Ekim 2016 tarihinde kapandı.

Sosyal medya hesabından çalışanları ile birlikte çektirdikleri veda fotoğraflarını yayınlayan Harem Otel’in ne olacağı ise ortakların bir araya gelip görüşmelerinden sonra netlik kazanacak.

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N Corendon Airlines, 100 bininci uçuĹ&#x;unu Almanya’nÄąn DĂźsseldorf Ĺ&#x;ehrinden Antalya’ya gerçekleĹ&#x;tirdi.

N Air Canada, Bursa’daki iĹ&#x; ortaklarÄą seyahat acenteleri ile buluĹ&#x;tu.

N THY’nin yolcu sayÄąsÄą Ocak-EylĂźl 2016 arasÄąnda, 2015 yÄąlÄąnÄąn aynÄą dĂśnemine gore %3,9 yĂźkseliĹ&#x;le 48,3 milyona ulaĹ&#x;tÄą.

N Corendon Airlines, 11 Ekim itibari ile Rusya’nÄąn Ekaterinburg Ĺ&#x;ehrine tarifeli uçuĹ&#x;lar dĂźzenlemeye baĹ&#x;ladÄą.

N Tunus HavayollarĹ  Istanbul / Tunis / Istanbul uçuĹ&#x;larÄąnda 219 USD’lik sonbahar promosyonu uyguluyor.

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Acentalar N UFTAA (Dßnya Seyahat AcentalarĹ Birlikleri Federasyonu) AltĹn Jßbile Kongresi25 – 26 KasĹm’da İstanbul Hilton Bosphorus Hotel’de yapĹlacak.

N AfrikalÄą Acentalar ile Incoming Workshop / B2B toplantÄąsÄą Ä°stanbul Pullman Hotel’de gerçekleĹ&#x;ti.

N Prontotour, Facebook ve Instagram sayfalarĹnĹ takip eden seyahat tutkunlarĹna 24 saat geçerli sßrpriz indirimler sunuyor.

N 11. Contemporary Istanbul 3 - 6 KasĹm arasĹnda Lßtfi KĹrdar Kongre Merkezinde dßzenlenecek.

N HERTZ Sonbahar kampanyasĹ bßyßk ilgi gÜrdß.

N Arabistan’a hac ve umre için ikinci vizeye 530 dolar ek harç geliyor.

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