How Foreign Friendly is Turkey? l Foreigners from Turkey Explain

[@sbring00able]

This was helpful, thanks! I might be moving to Istanbul this summer - I spent about a week in Istanbul years ago and loved it during my brief stay.

[@chrish.4729]

Great show! I have fond memories of my trip to Turkey. Turks are some of the most hospitable people you'll ever meet. Looking forward to my next visit.

[@ipad2clippssppss]

SUPER friendly...talking from a nearly 5 years experience. Lebanese and Ukrainian couple living between Istanbul and bodrum ... and, Besiktas for ever 🦅🦅⚽️⚽️🔥🔥

[@nezjan7095]

As we said on the video, we are not racist therefore we don't have issues with colours, but Fenerbahçe is the best. (Thank you for taking the time to reach out to us. İf you get the chance, please come and visit. We would love a chat)

[@mikeriley3556]

it's friendly unless you're Kurdish, then all turks turn into fascism

[@saif__abi]

Turkish people are very generous 🇹🇷😎💯😊

[@Suhaylan]

No, my Bro Aladdin is the handsome of all in the studio room.

[@nezjan7095]

Aladdin is very lucky.

[@ToquzOghuzKhaganatekhan]

I always sit very grounded like you and talk confidently slowly bro !

[@MhdAlSidawi]

Cool show and office, the privileges speak about each one of you guys. Aladdin please do more of those talk shows alike Viva Istanbul

[@daniakart7803]

Can you make more videos of you, Drake, Login and Nez making little interviews like this? I love this video

[@AladdinsTurkey]

🙏🏼

[@levaloveable]

Great! I cant wait to get there and explore the city 😻

[@__.carolyn]

I have my flights booked! January 2022. I'M EXCITED 🇬🇧

[@KingsCrossVIP]

I had no idea you are from property Turkey now I will trust this website... I had no idea who they are when I look to buy Turkish property I feel more safe knowing you are from there

[@ericthornton5252]

Hey hey….shout out from Denver👍🏻

[@mindyr7820]

From Denver here too👍

[@nezjan7095]

Go the Nuggets.

[@beautyobserver2022]

Syrian Turkish race both are beautiful and that’s why I am enjoying the show. Beauty is power 😉

[@elmoustaphameimou2071]

very interesting topic!

[@sysy3703]

‘Songs from the mosque’ . It’s a call to Prayer! 🤦‍♂️

[@GR_Doug]

Greek here. Never had issues in Istanbul I think is pretty friendly city for any foreigner as long as he is not looking for trouble

[@bantorio6525]

... I visited Türkiye on November 2022 and was fascinated by all I saw ... I just fell in love with the people, the food, the architecture, the music, the smells, the landscape, the cleanliness and the friendliness of the people I happened to meet ... in a word ... I was so positively impressed that I started to learn "Türk Dili" ... ... Greetings from Miami

[@AladdinsTurkey]

Thanks for feedback

[@omegapanda9980]

Im 5months late but i love that touch of grey; my manz is looking like a badass mafia boss

[@ajdrums8075]

Well I'm a dude so that Syrian chick is smokin! I'm flying my family to Istanbul in March then cruising to Bodrum coast. Looks beautiful!

[@AladdinsTurkey]

Have fun in Bodrum

[@samiahmed4427]

Hi Aladdin I like your videos in general it is useful,specially for the people who doesn't know turkey!! But in this particular video as Turkeye is multicultural country I want you to invite some people of colour and I want to hear their experience as well !! Say Selam to my Aussie bro 🙏

[@AladdinsTurkey]

🙏🏼

[@ninobk196]

I was 2 weeks in Turkey as a solo female traveler (third time) and I think people are friendly. Some men are aggressive but overall people are very kind and helpful. As a solo, black female traveler, (I'm from NYC) I think I drew a lot more attention (the endless stares were unbearable sometimes) more than I would like to be honest, but it wasn't negative. Also, I don't think that is the right group of people to talk about racism. You should have some African/black people to speak on their experiences. It would be interesting. All of the people on this panel can "look" Turkish. The Australian guy of Turkish descent is soooo Australian in how he speaks and handles himself.

[@nezjan7095]

Thank you for taking the time to write to us. Next time your here in Turkey, we would love to have you on our show to talk about your experiences. And, I personally thank you as the Australian guy. :-)

[@yirigaru785]

"Also, I don't think that is the right group of people to talk about racism. You should have some African/black people to speak on their experiences." LOL. What a USA centric point of view. Actually not only usa centric but its kinda narrow minded. Not only blacks are subjected to racism. Especially if you are in Turkey, where not much black people live. And to be honest, from what i've seen black people who live in Turkey is probably one of the most positively regarded group.

[@ninobk196]

@@nezjan7095 Thank you! I will be back for sure. I love Turkey. I think it has so much to offer. There is something for everyone. This time around I was exploring the South to see where I would live but will be back to Istanbul next year. I really loved Bodrum and some of the towns around it.

[@nezjan7095]

@@ninobk196 i would never argue over the Turkish Mediterranean, its proper heaven on earth. İ eventually wish to retire down that way. As a matter of a fact, I lived in Fethiye for over 20 years.

[@AladdinsTurkey]

We look forward to include other foreigners' experiences, the only reason these three people are in this episode because these are my friends who were available at the time 😊

[@leilakazemi9295]

Sorry but I have to vote for Nezabi 😁 . I loved this episode. It takes time to adapt here but indeed it is very friendly

[@nezjan7095]

Thank you my dear. You are very kind and sweet.

[@yishaisrivastava1574]

Hi Aladdin, could you give a coverage on the Jewish population of Turkey and Israeli tourists? I want to know how they feel in Turkey currently. That could be a good one. I am originally from India, converting to Judaism here in Canada, and I must say, I was very impressed with your Urdu/Hindi in 3 months. I would love to do that with Turkish one day, just so I can watch the amazing shows you guys make without the subtitles. My recent favorite has to be Kulüp, and too bad I have to rely on subtitles to see it. I think such a bold show would not be possible in bastions of democracy like US or France about their past wrongdoings to their Jewish populations. Could you also highlight more about the show and what you think of it, as there is very little coverage of it in the English language, and it would be a great exposure to people about all the amazing things coming out of Turkey at this point rather than all the doom and gloom of the currency crisis going on.

[@mohammedasifuddin7640]

!!!ASSALAMUALIKUM!!! Aladin BEY.

[@livingdead9164]

❤ love from Pakistan

[@mdtariqurrahman9658]

She is beautiful, mashallah.

[@AladdinsTurkey]

Thanks for watching

[@garadm.5968]

It’s better to bring at least one person from each race of the world to answer this question properly, and you only have one race to answer it. Just like the Turkish fella said it’s the same everywhere you go in the world there’s ups and downs, every group of people in the world have good and evil. But in my opinion, Turkiye is not ready for the world yet, and I am not talking about the language barrier it’s the simple reason as many Turkish people want to know one question, “why are you coming to our country?”. Maybe this is a question asked only black people or others who fled here from a war torn nation, Turkish people need to understand that foreigners boost the economy, they’re not here in refugee camps, there’s always a benefit to inviting foreigners they bring different perspectives and cultures, maybe the number of foreigners could be controlled, but as one should welcome their guests, nations should have a welcoming attitude towards visiting foreigners, one area in particular is the government centers, if they don’t speak other languages, have interpreters available, and don’t allow the foreigners to bring their own interpreter, how do they except anything to work, that’s saying you shouldn’t be here in another language. I know exceptionally good hearted Turkish people, but the majority says otherwise.

[@WasimKhan-li1yq]

Hello brother Aladdin how are you ..??

[@muaawiyahtucker]

On the topic of racism, the guests wouldn’t really feel it that much tbh. You have an ‘attractive’ woman, an original turk and white person. But how about someone from Africa or eastern part of Asia like India, Pakistan, Malaysia etc. that question would be good to know as I’ve heard it’s rough being black in Turkey.

[@AladdinsTurkey]

My followers who know me also know that I have a lot of Southern Asian friends, you gave me the idea to do a sequel with them!

[@muaawiyahtucker]

@@AladdinsTurkey look forward to it. See you next week

[@rafiqulhasanrafi9312]

being a south Asian myself and living here for 8 years. i can tell you that's a lie. i never had such experiences however, There are people who might say they do but i call it misunderstanding due to the language barrier . Turks in general likes south Asian as they perceive them people from their brotherly nations. I lived in Europe and i can tell you racism is much more visible there in all aspects than Turkey .

[@muaawiyahtucker]

@@rafiqulhasanrafi9312 what about being African? Or from African decent?

[@nezjan7095]

@@muaawiyahtucker İ can assure you, there's a hell of a lot more racism between the Asian communities. People seem to beg for a reason to dislike one another. Look at İndia, Pakistan, or even Bangladesh. They hate each other. And this list could go on all day. İm sorry my friend, but it seems like your begging, searching for racism that does not exist in Turkey. Turks are not racist, it's as simple as that. Yes, there are individual events, individual problems arising from personal issues, but this does not make anyone racist.

[@sajadlone1292]

Was there couple of years and they thought me as Pakistani and asked if I was there to seek asylum, it scared he'll of me

[@AladdinsTurkey]

🙏🏼

[@beautyobserver2022]

Pakistani most people can speak English and they can speak Urdu obviously as mother tongue. Actually English is universal language . Everybody must learn it. By the way you can’t forget your own language if English is your second language. Learning English is language skill unless you can talk with everybody if your country is favourite country of tourism for world like turkey. Obviously there is advantage of speaking English there is no disadvantages. Turkish is most beautiful race like 80 percent of Syrian, Iraqi, Iranian, Pakistani, Jordanian, afghani andcMiddle East Arab. They have medium white to wheatish skin tone with balanced facial features . Syrian have most beautiful skin tone I have ever seen in my life with most beautiful facial features. Syrian race belongs to hazarat yusuf race which are the most beautiful prophet like most Middle Eastern Arabs and turkey as well.

[@dinasun3]

I notice foreigners who tend to live in another country and culture they start loosing their own accent. This guy from Colorado doesn’t have a actual American accent specially from Colorado.

[@Salsaman34]

Honestly, I found some of expressions very odd here! If you live in a foreign country, like 5 years or more, how come you don't learn, at least, try to learn the local language.. This is the simple way of showing your gratitude.. If you don't, you have no respect for country or her people.. You are then probably an arrogant person and despise the people of country.. In that sense, you can't expect tolerance, but in Turkey, people would still love and respect you.. Because they still think you are one of them and show you respect, even if maybe you don't deserve it.. I am astonished that Syrian girl is living there 7 years, and Aussi guy has been living since 1993!! Still no Turkish 🤔

[@nezjan7095]

Thanks for taking the time out to respond to our video. Just a quick question, how do you know we don't speak no Turkish? İ tell you what, I will take on any Turk, any Turk at all in reading Turkish, writing Turkish and general knowledge about Turkey. İ genuinely love this country.

[@addbar3648]

Sorry aladdin but I vote for the touch of grey

[@nezjan7095]

Your way too kind mate. The old man needs all the support he can get.

[@addbar3648]

@@nezjan7095 sure you’ve got mine 👍

[@rizwanakarizzy8771]

After watching this, I’m going to Turkey, sorry Syria*

[@nezjan7095]

Why, cause of the young lady? (Can't say I blame you)

[@kapdolkim1914]

There is a huge difference between living in a monoculture like Japan, Korea, Thailandand some middle eastern countries, etc. - and multi-ethnic countries (USA, UK, Malaysia, etc.) I have deep experience in both and life as a foreigner is night and day. I assume Turkey is fairly multicultural. I hope to make it to Turkey once the virus runs away.

[@Tygafttf]

Lol u assume wrong

[@Justin-vw6rx]

I vote for alladin 🤣

[@nezjan7095]

Lucky Alaaddin.

[@zinahhadi2149]

They are friendly especially guys then I understood they always ask for the phone number if they help with even little thing.so it's annoying tbh

[@mohammedakhil10]

Is it necessary to be married to be a part of Citizenship by Investment programme? Because I'm single and 23 years old and I would like to know if I can get the citizenship by investment.

[@AladdinsTurkey]

You can be single and still invest, there is no such requirement.

[@BlueSkies7]

All of the guests you have on your show are people who TYPICALLY would not deal with racism. But I'm wondering what type of racism I would encounter as a Black woman from America. One of the Turkish drama groups I belong to go to Turkey every year but I have always declined because I would be the only woman of color and not certain how I would be received.

[@nezjan7095]

Thank you for taking the time out to write a comment. And the only way to answer your question is for you to give Turkey a go, and then decide for yourself. Cause if you ask me, they are brilliant. Curious, yes, racist, absolutely not. Also, there are many videos of peoples experiences here in Turkey on KZbin. Please watch kzbin.info/www/bejne/imi4iWWNq9WEoM0 and many more.

[@BlueSkies7]

@@nezjan7095 thank you and you're right.

[@shellwirtful]

I hope you go one day soon, it’s my favorite place, I wish I was there right now! I just bought property through their CBI program and can’t wait to live there! I can’t say anything about them being racist toward black people from my personal experience but I have found them to be some of the most hospitable people I’ve ever met.

[@BlueSkies7]

@@shellwirtful I definitely want to go one day and hopefully within the next two years. It looks like it's such a beautiful place. Congratulations on the new property.

[@shellwirtful]

Blue Skies thanks, I almost avoid telling too many people, it’s like a hidden gem (most westerners have the wrong ideas about it) haha. We have a nice little expat community in Şişli so it makes it even nicer. Please don’t let the idea of racism stop you, it’s a very beautiful and amazing place 💕💘

[@khadijasownworld2335]

🙋‍♀️🐅 super

[@cloneeja]

I was the most handsome people in the room.

[@kyzy2235]

What a bout if you are black tho am curious?

[@LearnEnglishwithSirin]

Very good

[@AladdinsTurkey]

Thank you :)

[@jq3987]

I will like to know how turkish people get along with people of color, I mean black people

[@AladdinsTurkey]

Pretty well actually, us Turks like diversity. There are patterns of behavior that can be called "vulgar", but in general it is not caused by hatred, but by cultural difference.

[@mayamaeru]

is it dangerous to identify as an atheist?

[@AladdinsTurkey]

Of course not! There is room for every lifestyle here.

[@cjohnson3836]

Turkey has a secular government. While there are some social conflicts between the more conservative, religious people and the non-religious/atheist people, its not really any different than what you would see in any western EU or North American country. Honestly, one of the few criticisms I've heard people say of Ataturk was actually how strict he was against the religious when instituting the secular government.

[@alissawolf2564]

better than lebanon and Iran but worse than uae and egypt

[@muaawiyahtucker]

In what way?

[@nezjan7095]

@@muaawiyahtucker great question, in what way?

[@jawadsediqi9493]

Aladdin is handsome blive me even more than turkish actors 😎

[@nezjan7095]

İ believe you.

[@AladdinsTurkey]

Oh, thank you!

[@shahzaibshahofficial9687]

Speak Urdu bro