I visited Turkey recently for 10 days and had a solid experience.
The scene is Scene has improved recently. Some negotiation possible midweek.
Spent about $95/day on the hobby side. Best part was the quality of the GFE.
Overall: 8/10. Exceeded expectations.
Happy to answer questions.
Turkey — ATM and cash tips
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Just booked my flights! Thanks for the motivation.
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Agreed on all points. Make sure to use a VPN.
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I was there in February and prices were slightly higher.
Spent about $126/day all-in. Quality was good.
My tip: go early evening for best selection.
Spent about $126/day all-in. Quality was good.
My tip: go early evening for best selection.
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17 Mar 2026 at 17:28
Been going for years. The scene has stayed consistent.
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17 Mar 2026 at 17:39
This matches my experience. Turkey is one of my favorites.
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18 Mar 2026 at 00:34
Did you use dating apps or find girls at bars?
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18 Mar 2026 at 10:32
How does it compare to Colombia?
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18 Mar 2026 at 15:06
Any restaurant recs for the daytime?
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18 Mar 2026 at 18:26
Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything checks out.
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19 Mar 2026 at 00:42
I'd also recommend downloading Maps.me before you go. Essential.
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Adding my experience from last month.
The scene has changed a bit since pre-COVID. Biggest change: more online activity.
The scene has changed a bit since pre-COVID. Biggest change: more online activity.
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19 Mar 2026 at 10:15
Spot on with the prices. That matches what I paid in February.
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Did you use an agency or find girls at bars?
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With respect, my experience was more mixed. But maybe I went at the wrong time.
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20 Mar 2026 at 04:29
100% agree. The atmosphere is hard to beat.
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20 Mar 2026 at 07:44
Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything checks out.
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Did you use dating apps or find girls at bars?
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20 Mar 2026 at 15:40
Thanks for the write-up. Very helpful for my upcoming trip.
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21 Mar 2026 at 05:17
Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything checks out.
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