Prices in Turkey Right Now 2024. 75% Inflation

[@OlgaProGoingPlaces]

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[@pixiemcq9621]

We came back from Turkey last month & spent loads of money, the food & drink prices were on par with the UK. When we went about 7 years ago the prices were a lot cheaper than UK.

[@yigittural9511]

Half of the increase is due to inflation and the other half is opportunism. I am Turkish by the way.

[@inkenhafner7187]

And the opportunism is completely understandable if your wages brings less and less to the table at home. For most tourists cheap prices for food or clothes are "nice to have" and we're talking about a few days. Most of them can afford it easily and paying a bit more and last but not least tipping generously helps the people who have to deal with the problem every day with low wages.

[@jamessunderland7749]

diğer yarısı da recebin yüzünden,bunu da söyleseydin.

[@dirtyrder1970]

@yigittural9511 no It's the bar owners ripping us tourists off

[@petershanle9675]

It's due to greedy Turkish thinking we from west are millionaires.

[@TheMagnifiscience]

The taste and quality of foods are not as before, quality has been downgraded but the prices are extremely upgraded.!

[@alikeremaktas7891]

I live in Turkey but The food quality is still the same

[@TheMagnifiscience]

@@alikeremaktas7891 how old are you, to make a good comparison.?

[@bugra320]

@@alikeremaktas7891 No, it is not

[@alikeremaktas7891]

@@TheMagnifiscience Have you ever been to Türkiye?

[@alikeremaktas7891]

@@bugra320 Sen Sadece Yabancıların yemeklerini yediğin için bilmezsin

[@songross8649]

I just came back from Istanbul a few weeks ago. While I loved it, it certainly wasn’t cheap for food, unless you went to where the locals were. However, as someone from the US, anywhere else, I was quoted prices that would raise my eyebrow in the states…there was definitely a feeling of being hustled quite a bit. However, outside of Istanbul, I met many many humble and honest people 🥰

[@Tech-Corner2023]

nowadays everywhere is very expensive, even local areas.. even poor areas.. quality and service dropped a lot and prices hiked a lot. A Total dramatic change in Turkey, quite a bit decline. I am from there.. I lived in Europe, came back and couldn't believe how much lower quality of everything costs much higher. So it is not only done to tourists - although more hike would make it worse, it is to everyone.

[@voicesofnature8681]

In Alanya the prices in restaurants doubled to quadrupled compared to last year. For example a big portion of Döner in the shopping mall ALANYUM cost around 6 Euros last year, which was as expensive as a big Döner in Berlin at that time but the portion in Berlin is still double as big as in Alanya and the quality of the Döner there is way better than in any Döner place in Alanya. This year around 5 months ago it was already almost 20 Euros for one big Döner which is absolutely a ripp off price. A few days ago I passed by a Chinese restaurant which served my friends fried Börek for spring rolls a few months ago. I saw the menu outside and they charge for 2 pieces of Sushi 345 to 355 TL!! You would need to order at least 7 of them to fill your stomach, that would sum up to 7 x 345 = 2415 TL (64 Euros) for one person without drinks and tip. In Zurich Switzerland you can get right now 6 pieces of Sushi for 12 Swiss Francs. So for eating out in Alanya, many places now charge more than one of the most expensive cities in the world. My favorite pizza cost 5 Euros last year and this year 15 Euros. Last year the most expensive pizza there was around 7 Euros and this year 15-18 Euros. I have been living in Turkey since 2.5 years and I can tell you that this is not inflation but pure greediness of the people here. Many foreigners who had come to Turkey every year since 20-30 years told me that this year was definitely the last time for them. One woman even said she does not feel ripped off but rather like being robbed. Some people were in Spain and Turkey this year and said that Spain is way cheaper than Turkey and one person said that for the price of 1 week holiday in Turkey this year he could spend 3 weeks holiday in a nice country in Europe instead with much better service than in Turkey. Foreigners with Ikamet do not get the museum card anymore, so they permanently live here, Some have local jobs with a local salary, some live from their savings and can pay touristy prices all year round now. Also water and electricity prices went up for foreigners around 6 times, which is much higher than the prices for the locals, but this applies for foreigners who own a property here but do not have Ikamet (residency). Most foreigners already left Alanya. Everybody wants to sell their homes here and leave as fast as they can.

[@OlgaProGoingPlaces]

This is sad to hear, Alanya is such a beautiful city.

[@timlaw406]

Things overall seem to be generally cheaper in Antalya than in Istanbul. But there is much more work and money in the big cities, especially Istanbul, and not much in Antalya except for tourism and related stuff.

[@stevegfromnc3482]

When I was in Turkiye in 2022, prices were very low, generally about 25-35% of what they would be in the US. Now, it appears to be more like 50-60%. But that apartment price was amazingly low for a short-term rental.

[@efeend1]

Likely reason is distance to/from beaches 30 minutes by walking.

[@NorthernMike-1]

@@stevegfromnc3482 even paying half of the North American price, sounds great to me!

[@fuazi5833]

Hi there I’m planning to visit Antalya or turkey in general this November from Canada and l wonder what’s like to rent an apartment for 3 months and how easy , cheap $200 is it

[@stevegfromnc3482]

@@fuazi5833 Turkiye is getting more expensive. Some people are choosing to go to some of the less popular Greek Islands because they are less expensive. I think you will need to budget much more than $200 per month.

[@jackoneil3933]

Thank you Olga for the update. Comparing Portland Oregon USA, prices for eating out, compared to what you showed there, comparable meals here would be 2x to 4x higher and roughly 2X to 3X for the same for groceries. As far as hotels, expect to pay at least $150 to on average $200/night for a most basic room that is not overrun with drug or gang activity. Mid-range hotels this summer in popular areas are averaging about $250-400 per night, and luxury room as high as $1500per night. Apartment rentals have gone up about 300% in the last 5 years. A basic studio typically start around $1200month to Two bedroom flats start at about $1800 and average $2000 or more. $1,000/month gets you a bedroom with a shared bath and possibly kitchen. The cheapest room on Facebook was a room in a barn with no running water, or heat, and literally out-house for $500/month (No joke). If my Landlord kicks-me out of my rent-controlled place she could at least double the rent to about $2300/month. I paid $550 6 years ago, If that happens over 100% of my retirement pension would go for rent alone, so at that point I, like Millions of Americans, I would be homeless, and judging from your update Olga, 'Turkey' seems like a possible escape option. The other being going back to S.E. Asia, maybe getting a long-term sea-view condo in Penang and spending time in Vietnam, Thailand and Indonesia with border runs. Something many Americans might consider if they only were aware of the option.

[@MrFuadee]

@@jackoneil3933 for us who lives in America and your only income, for example, $2000 a month in Social Security, you can live in any of the countries that you mention very comfortable because the majority of natives don’t even make $500 a month. my brother moved from San Francisco to morocco.

[@dwiwahyuharyanto1986]

@@jackoneil3933 hello Sir, I am from Indonesia. Here US$ 16 you will get a luxurious bedroom in a hotel per night.

[@efeend1]

Rent controlled places can NOT be incerased above gov.mts set percentages.. usually No more than 5% even if for a new comer tenants..while the rest you said are ok..

[@jackoneil3933]

​@@efeend1 Thank you, can you clarify if you are you referencing the U.S. or Turkey? In the U.S. rent control laws can vary widely depending on state or city. Where I am in the State of Oregon, Rent Increases pegged at state cost of living rates plus few percent. So I've been seeing 7 to 15% annual increases, but if a renter moves out and the landlord does new paint they can raise the rate to what every the market will bare. In my area the market rental rates are 2X to 4X the rent controlled rates, so many Landlords harass and terrorize renters until they move out. Plus, here you need 3X to 5X the monthly rental rate in income to qualify to rent. In that case most people would need $6000 $12,000 per month in Income to rent, and few have that much income, so people are trapped in bad properties, with bad landlords and dangerous neighbors. And now that the U.S. Supreme court has ruled cities and states can criminalize homelessness, many Americans with 2 to 4 times the income of many Europeans begin forces to live as criminals in their vehicles has become a terrifying and hopeless situation. Right now people I know who said they would never leave America are looking for places to escape to.

[@umara941]

I miss living in Oregon. I lived there between 2013 and 2018 mostly in Corvallis. What can I say, I'm a beaver ^_^

[@zorancomarkoski8356]

Prices in each country should be adjusted for the citizens of those countries... in this case Turkish people... the most important thing is they to be able to afford things

[@Aylaun84]

Btw its a legal requiremnet in turkey for restauremts to display their prices on the shop front.

[@3ALEGIONS]

Prices in Turkey are much lower compared to those in the UK or EU, and the quality of goods is significantly higher, giving you great value for your money. When people mention that prices in Turkey have risen significantly, can anyone point out a place where prices haven’t gone up? Price increases are happening everywhere, not just in Turkey.

[@utku_baloglu]

@@3ALEGIONS I am a Turk who’s studying college in Northern Italy I can assure you almost EVERYTHING here is cheaper even though salaries are higher than in Turkey, this is called 'inflation'.

[@baazal]

@@3ALEGIONS I returned from turkey last week and believe me food prices are now higher than in the UK.

[@neonomad1939]

@@3ALEGIONS Prices have doubled tripled in USD terms. Facts on the ground don't agree with you.

[@lottoo5693]

@@3ALEGIONS dude ur coping hard price everywhere increased by 10% Max in turkey its 200%

[@3ALEGIONS]

No idea where do you go shopping in Turkiye?

[@hanialturk5981]

Shakespeare is similar food level to TGI Friday’s or Chilis here in the U.S….a similar meals would cost you with taxes, tips almost $50.00 which is double to what you have paid.

[@aftabkhanize]

Thanks for sharing your experience

[@gjb7311]

Thank you for this update. We, a family of 4, are going to Antalya in 20 days, and this gives us a good idea of what to expect.

[@OlgaProGoingPlaces]

Have fun!

[@CoolB962]

Expect a lot of dishonesty and price gouging. Had a terrible experience.

[@wildbill6366]

Greetings Olga and Rene , I loved my time in Turkey.. and yes prices have gone up. But also the exchange rate. When I was there the dollar what's around 19.. now it's 33.. so we've gained quite a bit. It's still much cheaper than Europe it's still cheaper than America.. and I agree I like a place of a kitchen.. I have not seen a dishwasher in a long time 😂😂😂.. very nice video.. keep smiling and stay safe 💕

[@Mehrab8691]

Pretty nice place, your video is very informative and helpful for someone planning a trip to Antalya. Thanks!

[@OlgaProGoingPlaces]

Glad it was helpful!

[@BGpomakTR]

You are back! Welcome back ❤

[@MartyJones]

Great to see you back doing Turkey videos! Heading to Kalkan next August and can’t wait!

[@OlgaProGoingPlaces]

Have a great trip!

[@travelleryildirim3013]

Welcome back Olga & Rene :)

[@coriendijkhuis9276]

Have a nice time Olga / Rene in Antalya . Leuk om ens en keer wat van jullie te zien. Ik vindt heel informatief wat het in Antalaya allemal verandert is. Ga zo door met deze filmpjes. En opmerking heb ik nog. En Nederlander zonder Kas is geen leven🤣

[@LornaDodds]

I am just back from ALTINKUM turkey and I found them very expensive more than the UK

[@petershanle9675]

Book an all-inclusive holiday and try not to buy out of shops keep ur money in ur pocket prices will soon come down. Enjoy your holidays guys

[@MisterKN]

Great video. Loved it 🙂

[@furkankaymaz1952]

hi Olga, welcome back. Nice to see you keep discovering and sharing.

[@amybhagwandin6057]

Thank you for sharing Olga .I am planning a trip to Turkey and hopefully will visit Antayla....looks like an amazing place ....keep up the good work n thanks for all the tips ..best Amrita New York 😎

[@OlgaProGoingPlaces]

You are welcome, Amrita. Have a great trip to Turkey!

[@CGI-Space]

Thank you. So much great info here.

[@citizenturk]

Great video ❤🇹🇷

[@jaglazzarinim2558]

i love you being back in Turkeya

[@mollieslack9815]

Great video i do understand prices have gone up but still what you showed not too bad .

[@PreampCnnsr]

Excellent video 🙏🏻 I will say, if you either stated, or printed onscreen the dollar/euro prices it would be much more useful to about a billion people.

[@jiyanaroje]

dk 6:20 830 lira = 24 dolar

[@rayblox4859]

When it come to taxi scam, there is no safe country. From JFK NY airport to Brooklyn, NY about 25 min, someone paid $600. He was new in the country and he thought this was normal price.

[@Olga-xv5vo]

In Australia there is no taxi scam

[@gmm5550]

If u are after SAFETY quality and Service then Thailand is a much better alternative... won't go out 3-4 am in Istanbul like I can do here in Bangkok and buy food and stuff 24/7

[@yorumustasi]

@@gmm5550 Der LebensStil in Thailand gefällt mir nicht, das Essen auch nicht immer, auch wenn es schöne Orte gibt und die Türkei besteht nicht nur aus Istanbul und Antalya. Finde Istanbul schrecklich, zu viel los, gibt bessere Orte.

[@gmm5550]

@@jdelorenzod2725 well..Bangkok is one of the most visited cities in the world..mainly for the food..cheap shopping safety and beauty. but hey..we all have our opinion..

[@neonomad1939]

​@@gmm5550100% agree.

[@user-Wojciech]

Thailand is 5h difference and 18h flight from Europe, makes no sense to go there just for a short holiday, unless you really like to be jetlagged.

[@0.x.0845]

Antalya must be great destination for summer holidays

[@WayneStClair-mz8qs]

I just got back from there last week. I was there the same days lthree years ago and I have to say that there was no dramatic change in prices... Some increase but nothing serious.

[@OlgaProGoingPlaces]

For us it felt double prices (in USD/EUR) compared to 3 years ago. In TL price are around x3-x4. We made a similar video back then too kzbin.info/www/bejne/gpzQfH2ajs6ol80

[@Acdc-mouh]

Im here at moment and I can tell you guys if you see my comment, beautiful city, delicious food, service depends, but the prices are ridiculous and beware of taxi drivers and avoid them (use public transport as much as you can) watch always prices before you buy or consume and also before using your credit card. I travel a lot with my wife and I can tell you, this was the worst experience I had and I will never come back here unfortunately. Nevertheless thank you for your video it helps a lot people.

[@nskf9083]

Thanks its the best advice video fort our trip ! Inflation is so hard 😢

[@baran7642]

I lives in the Netherlands some things are more expensive, some things are same prices and some things are cheaper

[@yalnizyildizebegumeci1841]

Thank you for all the information.

[@okiedokkie]

Hi guys, Thank you for such an informative video. Can you please share this apart hotel information, I couldn't find it in discription.

[@OlgaProGoingPlaces]

Hi, you are welcome! You can find a link to this hotel and others like it in different neighborhoods of Antalya in the guide olgapronkina.com/antalya

Remember you guys have been at a beach city on Sunday. So the prices are supposed to be higher under the circumstances.

[@OlgaProGoingPlaces]

When we lived in Antalya we didn't notice any difference between weekdays and weekend prices

[@ericgriffin6698]

Hi Olga, Thanks for downloading Ng an update on current prices, although I tend to go to Istanbul,.. with my GBP I still feel good prices are good, as normally eat at the family food restaurants scattered all over Beyoglu. Antalya does look lovely although I would like to go to Izmir... Nice report from you as always take care both if you..👍🙂🙂🙂🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧

[@OlgaProGoingPlaces]

Hi, if you want to visit Izmir I hope this video will be helpful 👉 kzbin.info/www/bejne/rGGwh5Kba7CdfLc

[@jzilla1234]

Any plans to do a guide on alanya?

[@danni11uk]

Good to see your video back in Antalya! Keep them coming Olga

[@johndemerse9172]

HI Olga and Rene! I have been to Antalya now 3 times since I found your Antalya information 2 years ago. Ended up getting dental implants and crowns. Next visit will be for a holiday. Wish you all the best . Cheers from North Bay Ontario Canada.

[@OlgaProGoingPlaces]

glad to here you liked it in Antalya!

[@shantaramsawant3551]

Very informative videos 👌👍

[@montyloads]

Hi Olga...Love your work!...I have a question that you may be able to help me with....My mother wants me to take her to turkey as she has never been but has always wanted to go. Im happy to take her but she is elderly, she can walk fine but i would say 10 - 15 min walks are probably the longest walks she could probably endure. The kind of vibe she would want is a beach vibe whilst probably still being able to catch a taxi or local transport to maybe some other areas for sight seeing etc ( she would like the beach vibe but she would not enjoy being on the beach for a whole week) Do you have any suggestions of places i could research?

[@OlgaProGoingPlaces]

Hi! You should consider Antalya. Old city is very walkable, as well as Konyaalti beach promenade. In the Guide I have a 6-day itinerary where I made all activities on the same day close by

[@montyloads]

@@OlgaProGoingPlaces I will be sure to check it out... thanks so much for taking your time to reply 😊

[@aliberapinarbasi7859]

watching your video made my day

[@mahir9076]

That’s still good to have lunch for $5 here in USA 🇺🇸 for $5 you can buy medium fries lol

[@mysteriousman4966]

holy shit, thats antalya!? its beautiful. im a turk but born and live in germany and only go to the aegean side of turkey for holiday only, i should change that and go to the medditerranean side of turkey haha.

[@milliardairemilliardaire8286]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@luzvimindaramos2723]

Planning trip to visit Turkeyi. I will be in tour group first time, and maybe next will be on my own travel. I am planning to stay extra days in Istambul. Any suggestion ?

[@YHauz-co]

Turkiye became a food desert. Diabetes paradise

[@Mia-30303]

Thnx 4 the video. It's my first time on your channel. What's the name of the hotel you were staying in? You said it's going to be in the description, but there's nothing in there . Would you please provide the name of the hotel? Thanks.

[@OlgaProGoingPlaces]

Hi! The link to this aparthotel and other similar are in the guide, you can get it here 👉 olgapronkina.com/Antalya

[@nggjfh]

I love Turkey. since 2010. I went to Turkey for holiday once a year. until 2022. then have to stop. because inflation is too high. hotel price even higher than Spain.

[@inkenhafner7187]

Hope your doctors can get the inflammation under control soon so that you're fit enough to go on vacation again.

[@nggjfh]

@@inkenhafner7187 how boring you are.

[@rizwanshahzad3653]

Very informative!! Where did you stay in muratpasha? Can you please provide the name of the area…street address? Thank you in advance.

[@OlgaProGoingPlaces]

Thank you! Glad it was helpful. I share this hotel and other similar options in the guide 👉 olgapronkina.com/antalya

[@sbkpilot1]

How much was the accommodation for the week?

[@OlgaProGoingPlaces]

Hi, we talk about accommodation an prices at 12:20

[@alanoakley6120]

Hi Olga,Rene. A quick question. How much are you advised to tip for restaurant, taxi etc Great video, many thanks

[@OlgaProGoingPlaces]

Hi! There is no tipping culture in Turkey, not like in the US. You can leave a tip if the service/food was really good, maybe 10%. But otherwise a tip is not expected.

[@alanoakley6120]

@@OlgaProGoingPlaces Thank you for the reply, appreciate it .👍

[@CoolB962]

Don't worry, the pride gouging and dishonesty there will surely guarantee that you tipped without even wanting to 😅

[@Shafaq69]

❤ Thank you was looking for such blog as I want to travel this year what is the best time to visit turkiye also looking for blog on other turkish cities also couch surfing options are they safe in turkiye

[@OlgaProGoingPlaces]

Hi! You are welcome. In the guide you can find everything needed for a trip to Antalya and recommendations for other places to visit olgapronkina.com/antalya Or watch these videos kzbin.info/www/bejne/gWOUf5tslqyjgZI I personally think couchsurfing is not the safest option if you're a woman anywhere, not just in Turkey. But in the end, it's your decision. Have a great trip!

[@Shafaq69]

@@OlgaProGoingPlaces Thanks a lot !

[@SuperRabbit36]

​@@OlgaProGoingPlacesif it's ok to ask where are you from?!

[@bluebellbeatnik4945]

I get so confused about conversions to gbp. the online converters give me very different prices. For 170 try it's £3.72.

[@OlgaProGoingPlaces]

I used XE converter. But this video was published on August 11th, conversion rate is probably already different, as well as prices in TL. So basically converting August prices now won’t make any sense :)

[@SaraAkhtar-fj8gf]

I like your videos very informative ❤ last year in October I went istanbul your right turkey prices going if you don't mind can I have this apartment link I like to for next holiday ❤

[@OlgaProGoingPlaces]

Hi, the apartment is one of the recommended apart hotels in the Guide

[@dirtyrder1970]

Just back from Alanya Prices are a big rip off esp in the bars

[@notmyname8527]

Only in Singapore airport prices are the same as the city

[@MENSA.lady2]

In a word. Inflation. Currently about 70%.

[@thameemyousuf8194]

How's it going Antalya during December end ? Family with 3 kids

[@OlgaProGoingPlaces]

Hi, check out this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/ipvUlGxvo6qHipY Have a great trip!

[@fuazi5833]

Hi there I’m planning to visit Antalya or turkey in general this November and l wonder what’s like to rent an apartment for 3 months and how easy , cheap $200 is it

[@OlgaProGoingPlaces]

Hi, you can watch our apartment tour here (1 year rental) kzbin.info/www/bejne/gqrWmXSvqrqBjJY But unfortunately you probably won’t find such prices anymore, especially not for foreigners, maybe a room in a students’ neighborhood. With smaller budget I’d recommend looking into Da Nang kzbin.info/www/bejne/oKbac3Rmn7Gjr5I

[@fuazi5833]

@@OlgaProGoingPlaces Thank you, olga for your time to respond to my post and your videos of turkey .. great stuff!!

[@VanTran-ne4yf]

Since you been in Viet Nam, do you think the beach in Turkey better than Viet Nam or the other way around. I found the beach in Viet Nam nice and beautiful but Viet nam beach city doesnt have a peaceful atmosphere and environment like other countries for tourist.

[@Tech-Corner2023]

we have nice beaches in Turkey too and lots of coast line so choices are a lot.

[@Acdc-mouh]

@@Tech-Corner2023 most of them belongs to resorts and hotels or they are far away and you need a car to go there.

[@KenanTurkiye]

Heres something off topic that you may find interesting. :) The name of my country has nothing to do with the interesting and delicious bird 'turkey'...... .....but the name of the bird does have a connection with the name of my country, let me explain. :) In the past 40 years 37 countries have changed their name, partially or fully. Obviously one can not change the name of an apple or an orange etc in other languages, but country names are like peoples' individual names, so if you're named John we don't call you Karen. :) Name of my country has always been Türkiye, it's been known as such since around the 1200's. The name it self has a suffix, '-iye', that is Turk-iye, where the -iye suffix means 'land of/belonging to', just like the Latin suffix of '-ia', which exists in such country names like Austr-ia, Austral-ia, Indones-ia etc. Basically, the use of '-iye/-ia' is the same as the the use of '-land' suffix in country names like Ire(Eire)-land, Po(le)-land, Eng(Anglo)-land and so on and so on. Many would remember the country Czechoslovak-ia which changed it's name to Czech Republic and a few years ago changed that to Czechia (that is Czech-ia). The Latin suffix -ia probably originates from Turkish -iye as Turkish been over 10,000 years is much older than Latin which is around 1300 years old. Spelled in different languages in different ways to phonetically resemble (to sound like) 'Türkiye' we got various spellings like; Turq-uía (in Spanish), Turch-ia (in Italian), Turq-uie (in French) Turk-ei (in German) Turk-ey (in English) Mind you this was way before the animal we currently know as turkey was found by the europeans when they explored the north americas. The bird was first sent to europe from north americas in the year 1519, so up until that point there was no bird named turkey.... ...they came across the bird and thought it was a specie of the fowl/chicken they had been buying from the country of Turkiye at the time, so they named the bird 'Turkey Fowl' to define 'Turkish Chicken'... ....just like how a dog breed is known as German Shepherd (because it's from Germany), American Bulldog, British Terrier, Greek Harehound etc etc. In time you don't get to call the harehound simply as Greek or you don't call the terrier Britirsh, or shepherd as simply German, but in time the Turkish Fowl started to be called just 'Turkey' and later 'turkey', and this went on for hundreds of years. Now in modern times, this caused confusion, especially when we have people across the world unable to point to their own country on an atlas. Basically we didn't change the name of our country, we changed the mistake made in the English language. : ) So, there's some tid bit information for you to have a great day, if you read upto this point you have a great night too, ohh just have a wonderfull life. : ) Best wishes. ;)

[@Fiola_M]

Go visit Sharm el sheikh or hughada in egypt..way way cheaper..turkish actors are vacationing there😊..turkiye is not a deal anymore

[@marcellinadale8633]

I am going to Turkey in 10 days. Do we need to pay in Turkey currency when we buy foods in local restaurants or food court?

[@OlgaProGoingPlaces]

Hi, normally you pay with local currency, Turkish Lira.

[@christosdeloudis6495]

I am now I in Alanya 2 h from Antalya ,Icome fro Brussels direct fly to Antalya after bus 2 h to Alanya I pay for 7 days all -include 1270 e with plane - transport. Private hotel beach with all the confort (sun beds -umbrela beach bar e.t.c. I thing is best to take all/include

[@doyoumind.atall.stopspying5572]

Turkei is so expensive to go too

[@creativity2598]

Where can I find nice two adana kebabs on naan in less than 200tl

[@ThrowBackZone]

I still think Antalya is cheaper than many European cities. 🌍💵 Sure, prices have gone up, but it's still a bargain compared to places like London or Paris!

[@unfairworld6725]

Hi there , I am a commercial Airline Pilot, and I am considering to move to Turkey, what would you say?

[@OlgaProGoingPlaces]

Hi, there are some pros and cons. You can check out my videos about living in Turkiye here kzbin.info/aero/PLbukJP9uQAFLG7mIl3ytlf7fsFhwZ8zlO or schedule a one on one call if you have more questions olgapronkina.com/1-1-call

[@josephine6190]

That KFC meal 109TRY is very cheap. The same meal in London UK is £8.99 which is 325TRY 😂

[@OlgaProGoingPlaces]

KFC in Turkiye indeed is relatively inexpensive. £8.99 is around 400 TL currently (august 2024)

[@josephine6190]

@@OlgaProGoingPlacesye sorry I got the price conversion wrong. I’m thinking of coming to Antalya with my son in October. We may stay at Riolavitas resort hotel

[@alicankarakaya2770]

There's no such meal. KFC here is insanely expensive.

[@drdoolittlefishhobbyist6055]

Inflation in turkey is crazy. 2 years ago I got 25 lira to the British pound and had a lot left over so took it with me this year to side and the rate was 45 to the pound. I was shocked but still had a great time and am going back in a couple of months. Very informative video, thanks.

[@rabab12345100]

Is turkey safe to travel right now?

[@bulentgundogan4752]

Turkiye is usually safer than many countries including some european countries. Because of high inflation just watch for the prices. Stay away from solicitors if there is

[@OlgaProGoingPlaces]

I've never felt in danger in Turkiye

[@MrLalla2020]

Turkey too expensive now even last year as well,we went in April £1 for 20 to 22trl, food more expensive then 🇬🇧 UK.

[@Trodpint-A]

Yeah well when you have a bunch of foreigners living there agreeing to pay much higher prices what do you expect?

[@OlgaProGoingPlaces]

most of those foreigners are not living there anymore for a couple of years. so you can’t blame the inflation on foreigners. time to see the real reason.

[@UğurPamuk-p1f]

Artists never growing older..

[@UğurPamuk-p1f]

I wrote it for the old pianist in the commercial..

[@alicankarakaya2770]

As a native I agree. Spain is cheaper.

[@AlFakherFan]

Spain is too much progressive with rainbows

[@alicankarakaya2770]

@@AlFakherFan who cares just holiday

[@LoverOFhopeANDcompassion]

Was Antalya affected by the Fe6 2023 earthquake??

[@Acdc-mouh]

no

[@Bull_sheet_Bob]

I want to move from the uk to Turkey. Please help me.

[@brenda4299]

Is there an elevator to your apartment, or just the stairs?

[@OlgaProGoingPlaces]

In this aparthotel we had an elevator. From what I noticed it’s mainly older buildings that don’t have an elevator.

[@MariaWerner-sf1ef]

@@OlgaProGoingPlacesIn Istanbul there are never any elevators, except in big office buildings

[@showkatkhan8461]

hi where do you live now?

[@joannetucker1538]

Taxis arexa rip off. Mall Antalya to Terminal 2 at the airport. Charged 350 TL. 8 minutes in a taxi

[@OlgaProGoingPlaces]

That's a lot indeed. There is a tram station at the Mall of Antalya that goes directly to the airport. Unless you are with a large group and have heavy baggage, I'd recommend going by tram.

[@SUNmoon5T4R5]

Wonderful updated information!!! So worth watching. Thanks for this video, Olga 🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻

[@OlgaProGoingPlaces]

Glad it was helpful!

[@zedgreenfingers]

This was my first and last trip to Turkey. Every single day I had to battle with people over money and what was supposed to be a relaxing holiday with my wife and children turned into a constant battle. On my first visit to a restaurant, I was charged almost 4000 lire for 4 kebabs and 4 cups of juice. The people of Turkey have no integrity and the dishonest nature of the people is unmatched. I have travelled to many countries and have never experienced such dishonesty. The only honest and reliable part of Turkey was the tram system as it has no human interaction and therefore no opportunity for dishonesty. Truly shocking experience

[@CoolB962]

@@zedgreenfingers had a similar experience. Dishonesty wherever you go there.

[@Glimmer11]

@@zedgreenfingers as a Turk I am so sorry to hear that :( I would recommend you to stay away eating near to touristic places and choose a place where they show the prices and lastly and the most important one I think stay away from taxis

[@Tech-Corner2023]

I am from Turkey and yes, I am not offended, I also suffer and deeply disappointed how on earth, this country and its people became too dishonest...

[@Tech-Corner2023]

@@Glimmer11 I am a Turk and the experience he or she described is my exact experience in Turkey - everyone is very dishonest even to locals!

[@MariaWerner-sf1ef]

I lived in Istanbul for 9 years, and yes, there are a lot of scammers, not to mention relentless sexual harassment if you are a blonde and blue eyed woman. Always look carefully at the menu and the prices before sitting down, and if they try to overcharge you, calmly say there’s been a mistake, and point to the prices on the menu. They then have no choice but to charge you the correct price. If not, call the Police. Never, ever back down.

[@junzhang2087]

Welcome back to Turkey. It’s my favorite country to visit. Crossroads between Europe and Asia.

[@hayrettinankarali6946]

olga in nederland een schepje ijs is 2.20 euro waterijs is -+ een euro ,glaasje latte koffie 4,50 euro ,mensen kunnen kijken van internet naar de prijzen van andere landen soms niet eerlijk is ,omdat sommige winkeliers snel rijk willen worden kunnen ze woeker prijzen rekenen ,40 jaar geleden was ik in norwegen daar was ook alles zo duur ,ik wil naar Altai gebergte en nationaal park Rusland /Kazachstan en ben benieuwd hoe de prijzen daar zijn

[@shahnazpersian330]

Hi. Is there a lot of cigarettes smoking going on outdoors in Türkiye?

[@OlgaProGoingPlaces]

Overall it's not too bad. Similar like in Balkan countries.

[@svampefett]

10x lower Lire value compared to norwegian 🇳🇴 currency in 2012

[@user-Wojciech]

Looks a lot cheaper than the UK for food still (price hikes in the UK too), you're showing fast food meals for £3, you pay that just for a portion of chips/fries in the UK these days. A fast food meal like shown in the video is £9/10 . Not your standard prices, but I went to a food festival recently in the North of England and they wanted £10 for a single corn dog among other things! Never seen such a rip off. Eating out is very expensive in the UK now. You need a mortgage to go out. Based on this video - holidaying in Turkey is still cheap comparing to the UK.

[@OlgaProGoingPlaces]

Yeah, I agree and said so in the video. Even though prices in Turkey doubled compared to a couple years ago, it's still a bit cheaper than in Western Europe. Although I can't imagine how hard it must be for locals, whose salaries are much lower than European salaries.

[@alicankarakaya2770]

Olga Egypt is much cheaper.

[@lifeofmiles]

Duty frees or Food & Beverage do not buy from airports.. also Cigarettes Food n beverage and souvenir is most expensive in the world in these airports. Take ur own food and a bottle to fill from WC ( dnt worry water is clean u wont die , ) Plus if u r a Tourist never ever use AKBANK atm cos of low rates and extra hidden commissions ( red coloured bank so stay away from Red ) Taxis r mostly unfair and not willing to use taximeter and they r not lovely People , they r lovely if u accept their prices and if u tip Everything's so expensive Not even talking about alcohol , double prices... Turkiye : beautiful country with good food Thats it

[@jr0812]

I agree to disagree about taxi drivers in Istanbul being scammers. If you insist on the metered fare (i.e. the meter system that is issued by the government), then it's not an issue. I'd take information with a bucket of salt regardless the source of information and credibility of the content creator/blogger etc.

[@OlgaProGoingPlaces]

I'd say if a taxi driver doesn't turn on the meter by himself, without asking, it's best to get out of that car. He wanted to cheat and he will find a way - like not giving you change or taking a longer route. But not every driver is like that of course. When we lived in Antalya all our experiences with drivers were positive. They would always turn on the meter as soon as we get in the car, without asking. In Istanbul, however, driving in the city centre would often involve some sort of trick by the driver :(

[@dr.saifuddin7096]

😊❤

[@johngillis9308]

lol people thinking this is expensive, please never come to Canada. You’ll die on the spot from pure shock at the prices here.

[@OlgaProGoingPlaces]

Yeah, I've heard some things can be crazy expensive in Canada. But when we evaluate if something is expensive or not, we weigh it against our income. What would be considered an average salary in Canada?

[@sezginerdogan9155]

Ok

[@newworldhk8]

dirt cheap..i will go back