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What to Pack
What type of Adaptor do I need?
In Turkey the power plugs and sockets are of type F. Check out the following pictures. When living in the United States of America you need a power plug adapter for sockets type F.
Money in Turkey
Make sure you download a money convertor app like XE currency. You can bring US dollars and exchange them for Turkish Lira at numerous locations. I always use ATMs when I travel as they are readily accessible. Remember when the ATM asks you if you want to exchange the rate in your home currency, always press No. You can also use credit cards at most restaurants and stores.
As of today 1 Turkish lira is worth .67 cents.
Watch this video.
Tipping
You should tip at least 10% at restaurants. If you purchase a meal with a credit card then leave the waiter the tip in Turkish lira. In most cases you cannot add the tip on credit card transactions so always have Lira with you. Our guide will be with us for 9 days and it recommended that you set aside $8-$10 per day. On the last day of the trip we will pass along an envelope and present it to the guide. Should you wish to tip extra beyond the recommended rate you can give extra tips directly to the guide.
Entry and Exit Requirements and Visa
Accordingly, passengers who meet at least one of the conditions listed below are allowed to enter Turkey and will also be exempt from the quarantine application.
1- Passengers who have received at least two doses of the vaccines approved for emergency use by the World Health Organization or by Türkiye (one dose for Johnson & Johnson), who submit a document stating that their most recent vaccination took place at least 14 days earlier;
2- Passengers who submit a document issued by the relevant country’s official authorities stating that they have had the virus within the last 6 months. The 6-month period starts from the 28th day of the first PCR positive test result; and
3- Passengers who, before entering Türkiye, present a negative PCR test result received within the last 72 hours or a negative rapid antigen test taken within the last 48 hours
1- Passengers who have received at least two doses of the vaccines approved for emergency use by the World Health Organization or by Türkiye (one dose for Johnson & Johnson), who submit a document stating that their most recent vaccination took place at least 14 days earlier;
2- Passengers who submit a document issued by the relevant country’s official authorities stating that they have had the virus within the last 6 months. The 6-month period starts from the 28th day of the first PCR positive test result; and
3- Passengers who, before entering Türkiye, present a negative PCR test result received within the last 72 hours or a negative rapid antigen test taken within the last 48 hours
VISA
Make sure you click on the official Turkish link to apply for your visa. The cost is $50 plus $1.50 processing fee
If you have questions on how to fill out your Visa please click on this link.
We will be flying Pegasus Air to Cappadocia. You can check one 15KG-20KG (33-48 pounds)bag and your carry-on must not exceed 8 KG which is 17 pounds. Any extra bags and weight may be charged extra.
Again, don't overpack for this trip. Laundry service is available at our hotels.
Great video to avoid scams (Turkey is very safe, but where there are tourists there are scammers. Uber is the best way to get around)
Best Turkish Bath in Istanbul (make reservations in advance)
Great Videos To Watch