Tourism

Istanbul’s historic and modern hammams are attracting tourists in winter, supporting local employment and strengthening the city’s economy.

Forbes has included Antalya in its list of the world’s top 20 destinations for 2026, highlighting its lifestyle, culture, nature, and investment appeal.

Goreme Open-Air Museum in Cappadocia welcomed over 1.18 million visitors in 2025, showcasing its historic churches and frescoes.

TurkStat data shows domestic tourism spending rose 34.8% YoY to TL 276.1B in Q3 2025, with over 21.5M residents traveling and stays averaging 8.5 nights.

Historic cliffside monastery in Trabzon sees a 16% surge in visitors, marking its highest attendance since reopening.

Following its visa-free decision, Turkey sees a massive spike in travel interest from China, with industry leaders projecting a million high-spending visitors by 2026.

AJet's major winter sale offers tickets from $9/€9 on all international routes. Travel between Jan 10 - Mar 12, 2026. Book by Nov 28.

Corendon Airlines offers a Black Friday BOGO deal from Newcastle to Antalya. Find dates, prices, and booking details for the 2026 travel season.