Turkey is on GMT + 2 (daylight saving = GMT +3 and operates between late March to late September). This means generally that Turkey is 1 hour ahead of European and 2 hours ahead of the UK standard times. Still it is a good idea to check the local time when you arrive in Turkey and adjust
The Turkish mains power supply is 220 Vac 50 Hz. The standard Wall sockets take two round pin plugs, similar to the one used in many European countries. You will need an adapter if you intend to use appliances not fitted with this type of plug; it is a good idea to bring a suitable adapt
Most goods, including holiday essentials, i.e. sun tan and after sun lotions, insect and mosquito repellents, etc. are available in the larger resorts and supermarkets. Bringing these items with you may not only you save time but it will also ensure that you will have your preferred bran
Yes � providing your phone is international roaming enabled.
The 3 main GSM operators in Turkey are Turkcell, Avea and Telsim and all GSM operators have roaming agreements with international operators, but remember to check with your provider regarding the actual roaming costs.
The official currency in Turkey is the New Turkish Lira (YTL – Yeni Turk Lirasi) which is sub divided into New Kurus (Yeni Kurus) 100 YKr = 1 YTL, Images of the Notes and coins can be found here.
http://www.tcmb.gov.tr/ytlkampanya/banknotes/banknotes.htm
The YTL is internationally tr