I visited Turkey recently for 7 days and had a positive experience.
The scene is Scene has improved recently. Some negotiation possible midweek.
Spent about $52/day on the hobby side. Best part was the quality of the GFE.
Overall: 8.5/10. Would definitely return.
Happy to answer questions.
Is Turkey worth visiting?
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I'd also recommend downloading Grab before you go. Essential.
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+1 on this. Exactly my experience too. Great destination.
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Spot on with the prices. That matches what I paid in February.
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+1 on this. Exactly my experience too. Great destination.
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Hmm, I had a different experience. Prices were lower when I went. Maybe timing matters.
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How does it compare to Thailand?
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Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience there last month.
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Excellent write-up. This is why this forum is the best resource out there.
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This is outdated info IMO. Things have changed since last year. Current prices are about the same than what's described here.
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With respect, my experience was more mixed. But maybe I went at the wrong time.
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Quick question — how was the Uber availability?
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Did you use an agency or find girls at clubs?
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Good info. I'd add that going during the week is much better — less crowded, better prices.
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Did you feel safe walking around at night?
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Saving this thread for my trip planning. Gold mine of information.
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Did you feel safe walking around at night?
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Quick question — how was the Uber availability?
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This matches my experience. Turkey is great value.
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Any restaurant recs for the daytime?
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