Bodrum Bulletin Issue #023 - 5th November 2009
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Issue #023 - 5th November 2009
Subscribers: 1027
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Calendar
Classifieds
Heating a Bodrum Home
Mould and Moisture Control
Denizli Cockerels
What's New
Travel-Watch
Readers' Recommendations
Q & A
Discounts
Weather
Useful Information
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Dear
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Welcome to issue 23. With the recent cold spell in Bodrum, we thought it was a good opportunity to take a quick look at heating options available in Turkey. Also, with the help from Muharrem Sev from the "M Team", we've got some good advice on moisture and mould problems.
Further to our announcement last issue regarding the introduction of premium content to the newsletter and website, we have set a yearly fee of £12. As a special offer, if you pay via the website before the 1st January, you will automatically receive 14 months' subscription. To purchase your premium content subscription, click HERE. If you do not wish to subscribe to the premium content you will continue to receive the free newsletter (which will contain calendar items only), you will not have access to the extra articles and features. Note that if you have donated to the Bodrum Bulletin before the 22nd October 2009 you do not need to pay a fee for the first year.
Happy reading,
David Good -
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- Yalıkavak Market - (map)
Bitez Market - (map)
Güllük Market
- Bodrum Children's Book and DVD Library -
10am-5pm, Bitez (more information...)
- NEW: Turkish Tutorials for Beginners - 10.30am, Yalıkavak (more information...)
If you've always wanted to learn Turkish, our Monday and Thursday morning tutorials have only just started. No prior knowledge of Turkish is necessary - just come along and learn the basic. Everyone is welcome whether you've just arrived on the peninsula, or have been here for a while.
Contact: Tansu,
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0532 575 23 56
Location: Yalikavak Municipal Community room (above the Yalikavak Jandarma office next door to the Halk Bank) (map).
- Yoga with Melek - 16.45pm, Bodrum (more
information...)
- UPDATED: Alcoholics Anonymous - 5pm, Bodrum (more information...)
Note - From November to April the group will now meet at 5pm.
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- Bodrum Market - (map)
Konacık Market - (map)
Çiftlik Köyü Market
- NEW: Mother and Baby/Toddler Group - 9.30am-12pm, Ortakent
The winter group is restarting, on Tuesday 3rd November between 09.30 and 12.00 at Tepe Sokak in Ortakent every Tuesday and Friday.
Contact: Carole Acar,
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, 0535 519 57 54
Location: Villa Meander, Tepe Sokak, Ortakent (map)
- 2009 Ladies' Lunch - 12pm, Cafe la Vela, Bodrum
With 105 tickets sold - we're all sold out! Looking forward to seeing you all there!
Contact: Jane, 0252 357 72 88, 0536 437 41 51,
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Location: Cafe la Vela, Bodrum Marina
- Quiz Night - from 8pm, Turgutreis (more
information...)
- Latin Night in Gümbet - From 10.30pm,
Gümbet (more information...)
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| - Inventor's Day |
- Türkbükü Market
- NEW: Turkish Tutorials for Beginners - 10.30am, Yalıkavak (more information...)
- UPDATED: Alcoholics Anonymous - 5pm, Bodrum (more information...)
Note - From November to April the group will now meet at 5pm.
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- Turgutreis Market
- Bodrum Children's Book and DVD Library -
10am-5pm, Bitez (more information...)
- UPDATED: Yoga with Melek - 12.15pm, Bodrum (more
information...)
- Live Country/Rock & Roll Party with BBQ & Horse Riding Experiences
at Farilya Farm,
Gündogan
Horse Riding experiences from 3pm,
BBQ Starts at 7pm followed by live music, disco and line-dancing till late.
Y'all be there for the best "Ho Down" in town
- bring them old dancing boots with ya!
Inclusive price: 25TL (all bar drinks at local prices)
Tickets are available on a first come, first served basis. If you wish to reserve tickets please text John on 0537 290 20 47, with your name and numbers ASAP.
Transport available - please contact us for more details.
Contact: John: 0537 290 20 47,
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or Aykut: 0252 357 79 77
Location: On the main Gündogan-Torba road, about 2km outside Gündogan (map)
Farilya Farm Horse Riding have been recommended by our readers - read the reviews and add your recommendation HERE!
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- Türkbükü Market
- NEW: Turkish Tutorials for Beginners - 10.30am, Yalıkavak (more information...)
- UPDATED: Alcoholics Anonymous - 5pm, Bodrum (more information...)
Note - From November to April the group will now meet at 5pm.
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I just want to say a thank you to all those who came and supported the Turgutreis Animal Welfare Fundraiser on the 14th October at The Corner Pub.
The total amount raised was 1,548TL.
Many thanks to everyone who contributed, and all the people who helped out on the day. The money will be used to buy food for the hungry street animals in the area over the Winter.
Once again, thank you.
Contact: Mandy, 0537 659 32 58
Hi,
I am an 11-month-old baby living in Yalıkavak Bodrum. My Mum speaks English and Turkish. I am looking for friends anywhere in Bodrum to meet once a week.
Thank you for your interest in my first social group in my life!
Defne.
Contact: Daphne,
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, 0252 385 25 01
I live in Turgutreis, and am looking for a running group or people who like running to run together. Just email me, thanks.
Contact: Guler Akin,
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- Two-seater sofa in dark blue material with floral pattern - 200TL
- Double wardrobe in light coloured solid wood - 100TL
- Double bed base and mattress, 140cm x 190cm - 200 TL
Genuine reason for sale. Reasonable offers considered. Buyer collects from Bitez.
Contact: Yesim, 0532 424 11 53
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Fiat Palio EL, 1.4 litre, 2000. Manual, air con, duel fuel – petrol & LPG. Italian model LPG tank installed in spare tyre bay, so boot is free. 101,000km. Economical, well maintained, MC number plate (for foreigners). 10,000TL.
Contact: Leslie, 0535 640 80 38,
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- Demir Dokum hot water boiler - DT2/L/D Titanium Still under guarantee - little used cost 350TL new, will accept 200TL
- ESCO slot in fan assisted oven, with timer. 150TL
Contact: Audrey Rowson,
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, 0252 363 02 06, 0536 852 39 86
- Manufacturer: Dufor
- Length: 30ft
- Year Built: 2000
- Type: Sloop
- Engine Machine: Yanmar 29Hp Diesel
- Rudder: Tiller
- Tanking Fuel: 100
- Tanking Water: 200
- Flag: USA
- Passengers: 6 (max)
- Cabin: 2
- Saloon: 1
- Berth: 6
- Toilet with Shower
- Galley with:
- 220 V Refrigerator
- Oven+ Gas Cooker
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Also suitable for charter business.
Current location: Bodrum Marina (marina fee paid until end of Nov 2009)
Contact:
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Two male Siamese Kittens, three months old.
One Chocolate Point, one Seal Point.
House trained and used to other cats/dogs etc... Fit and healthy. Home reared with mother and father. Vaccinated with veterinary certificates. 200TL each, or offers considered from genuine caring cat lovers. |
Contact: Liz, 0535 957 8826
Semi-detached house for rent in private area 5mins from Ortakent village and all local amenities, and 10 mins from Yahşı beach by car.
Fully laminated floors throughout, with 2 bedrooms, central heating, newly painted, solar system, bath, and 250m2 fenced garden, quiet area with keeper, kids park. Available now. Please call or mail for viewing.
Contact: Karen Gider,
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, 0532 303 37 31
We now have domestic and international winter flights on sale, including daily Bodrum to Istanbul flights with Turkish Airlines, Atlas Jet, Pegasus, and Onur Air.
Contact: Huseyin Aydın, 0252 313 30 09, 0532 355 99 86,
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Bodrum Tour (Onelli Tour), has been recommended by our readers - read the reviews and add your recommendation HERE!
Flights to Manchester or Gatwick departing from either Bodrum or Dalaman on the following dates: 26 March 2010 or 2 April 2010 and returning on the 9 April 2010:
Only £130.00 return.
(Your luggage allowance will be extra. The cost would be £6 per person each way for 15kg and to upgrade to 20kg it would cost a further £20 per person each way.)
For further details please contact us or check our website.
Contact:
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, www.aegeanflights.com, 0252 411 129
We're happy to announce that we can supply the following Apple MacBook, which is supplied with an English keyboard and English operating system. Laptops are Brand New, boxed, and supplied with all original guarantees.
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- 2.13GHz Intel Core 2 Duo Processor
- 13.3" Wide LCD Screen (1280x800)
- 2GB Memory
- 160GB 5400rpm Serial ATA Hard Disc Drive
- 8x SuperDrive (DVD+-R DL/DVD+-RW/CD-RW
- English Keyboard
- English Operating System
- iSight Webcam
- 10/100/1000 Ethernet
- 802.11n WiFi
- Bluetooth
- 2.27Kg
- Battery Life: 4.5Hr
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Contact: Hasan Acioluk, Pasifik Computer, 0252 319 13 20, 0506 654 59 39
Do you or someone you know need addiction counseling? Qualified counselor in Bodrum (March to October), reasonable rates.
If you'd like more information please email me.
Contact: Martina Kenna,
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I am a native French speaker, and am pleased to offer French lessons for kids of all ages, contact me for more details.
Contact: Eric, 0537 380 20 77
The Medipet veterinary Centre was founded in Turgutreis with the goal of giving each owner the time and attention required to provide superior care for their pets.
At the Medipet VMC we offer quality services including:
- examinations,
- vaccinations,
- surgery,
- dentistry,
- x-rays,
- ultrasounds,
- laboratory,
- hospitalisation,
- emergency,
- nutritional and behavioural counseling,
- grooming.
Contact: Guler Akin,
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, 0252 382 08 70, 0534 650 55 95
Location:
Medipet Veterinary Medical Centre: Cumhuriyet Bulvari No:44 Turgutreis/Bodrum
Have you used the Medipet Veterinary Medical Centre?
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We would like to inform you about our check-up campaign, which offers a wide range of check-up programs.
Please note that these check-up programs offer a big economical advantage in addition to medical benefits, since the total cost of individual tests would be much higher compared to campaign prices.
- Standard Check-up: 260TL
- Comprehensive Cardiological Check-up: 650TL
- Comprehensive Check-up (female): 600TL
- Comprehensive Check-up (male): 475TL
For those who are interested, please let me know and I will e-mail further information and book you in!
Location: Özel Bodrum Hastanesi, Bodrum
Contact: Deniz Gökova,
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, 0252 313 65 66/444
Özel Bodrum Hastanesi have been recommended by our readers - read the reviews and add your recommendation HERE!
A magnificent view on the most beautiful bay of Türkbükü...
An organic architecture commanding this view...
An unsurpassed sense of hospitality that makes you live the unforgettable moments over and over again during your stay.
All of the 66 rooms at Kuum Hotel share the beauties of the bay view from different angles. Rooms are designed for your visual pleasure and comfort, by some of the leading designers in the world. Rooms have detached entrances, to provide extra privacy and freedom. The Kuum Hotel has a long list of services and activities enabling you to enjoy every minute of your holiday.
To keep trim, there is an extensive fitness centre with the latest fitness equipment, together with an indoor swimming pool. There's also a hobby room open all day for our guests. You can also relax in the Aequalis Spa which features 12 massage rooms, a specially designed Turkish hamam, steam rooms, hydrotherapy and many more services. Kuum has a rich cuisine bedecked by famous chefs, every meal at the Kuum restaurant offers a menu that adds "zest" to the atmosphere of the beach. The fish restaurant offers you a fully Aegean cuisine, with wooden tables under the cypresses.
Bodrum Bulletin Discount Available; get 10% off with the Bodrum Bulletin. click HERE for more details.
Contact: 0252 311 00 60,
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, www.kuumhotel.com
Location: Kuum Hotel and Residences, Atatürk Cad. No 50, Göltürkbükü, Bodrum (map)
Have you stayed at the Kuum Hotel?
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The Sailing Spot on the Bodrum Peninsula: a Hotel and Sailing Club including a tennis court
We are a Hotel and Sailing Club and activity centre offering various sporting activities such as sailing (mostly Hobie Cat catamaran), windsurfing, sea kayaking, and tennis - to hotel residents and guests.
For activities, we're pleased to offer a discount of 15% to Bodrum Bulletin Readers (except July-August).
For hotel accommodation, we offer a 20% discount to Bodrum Bulletin Readers (except July-August)
Bodrum Bulletin Discount Available; click HERE for more details.
Please contact us or visit our website for more details.
Contact:
Agnes,
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, 0252 394 31 51, www.myndossailing.com, www.clubhotelzemda.com
Location: Gümüşlük (map)
Club Zemda, has been recommended by our readers - read the reviews and add your recommendation HERE!
Kuum Hotel and Residences, are pleased to introduce the Aequalis Spa, run by a multi cultured team from Thailand and Turkey. The spa is established in 2200m2, located on the shores of the beautiful Türkbükü bay. Guests can pamper themselves with a custom made therapy which is determined by our therapists according to their need . The hotel features a 1800m2 beach, with luxurious decking and facilities. Together the Kuum hotel and Aequalis Spa are quickly becoming one of the most preferable luxury boutique resorts for romantic getaways, weddings and honeymooners.
Aequalis is pleased to offer a 10% discount to all Bodrum Bulletin Readers
Fitness membership options:
Membership includes; use of fitness and gym equipment, indoor pool, sauna, and steam bath.
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Spa Treatments:
- Express Booster Natura Bissé, 45 minutes, 75 EUR, Bodrum Bulletin discounted price: 68 EUR
- Dehydrated Skin Natura Bissé, 75 minutes, 120 EUR, Bodrum Bulletin discounted price: 108 EUR
- Traditional Thai Massage, 90 minutes, 105 EUR, Bodrum Bulletin discounted price: 95 EUR
- Shoulder, Neck and Scalp Massage, 30 minutes, 60 EUR, Bodrum Bulletin discounted price: 54 EUR
- Swedish Massage, 60 minutes, 75 EUR, Bodrum Bulletin discounted price: 68 EUR
- Deep Tissue Massage, 90 minutes, 100 EUR, Bodrum Bulletin discounted price: 90 EUR
- Cucumber Tango, 60 minutes, 75 EUR, Bodrum Bulletin discounted price: 68 EUR
- Foot Reflexology, 45 minutes, 75 EUR, Bodrum Bulletin discounted price: 68EUR
- Hamam, 45 minutes, 55 EUR, Bodrum Bulletin discounted price: 50 EUR
Bodrum Bulletin Discount Available; get 10% off with the Bodrum Bulletin. click HERE for more details.
Contact: www.aequalisretreats.com, 0252 311 00 60
Location: Aequalis, Atatürk Cad. No 50, Göltürkbükü, Bodrum (map)
Have you visited the Aequalis?
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- Turkish Classes (Bodrum)
(more...)
- Kayrak (Bodrum Stone) fitters
(more...)
- Airport Transfers - Jan Ozay (more...)
- Painter and Decorator (more...)
- Handy Man - Native English Speaking
(more...)
- Bodrum Home Care (more...)
- Financial Consultancy Advice (more...)
- Yoga Classes with Melek - All Levels
(more...)
- Mert Mobilya (more...)
- Craniosacral Therapy (more...)
- Luxury Homemade Cakes Made to Order for any
Occasion (more...)
- Personalised Greetings Cards (more...)
- Property Alterations, Renovations and Construction (more...)
- Community Association Management Company (more...)
- Quit Smoking Now! (more...)
- Textile Arts & Crafts Courses (more...)
- Traditional Stone-House apartments for
Rent (more...)
- House for Rent: Bitez Yalı Sitesi (more...)
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We commonly get asked about the best way to heat a house over winter. While there's no easy answer, here is an overview of some of the common options to heat a Bodrum villa. This is intended as a guide only, and does not cover all options, advantages or disadvantages.
Heating a Bodrum house is a very different art to heating a European house - Bodrum houses aren't insulated the same. In Europe we're used to thick cavity walls and insulation. Here you're lucky to have a painted hollow 'earthquake' brick, with a light plaster. When you put heat into a room it doesn't stick around! Because of this, conventional 'whole-house' heating methods such as central heating just don't work effectively due to their slow nature. Commonly, higher single point heat sources are used in specific family areas, these are sometimes supplemented with 'background' heating.
You'll probably look to heat a house from late November to early April, with January and February being the coldest months.
Whatever heating method(s) you choose, here are some good tips... Continue reading this article online, HERE
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This article has been kindly provided by Muharrem Sev from the "M Team"
If moisture levels are over 60-80% humidity for more than a few days, mould will grow and spread on walls and other cold surfaces in the house. To start with, a simple digital humidity meter should be used to measure the levels of humidity. If the readings are over the suggested levels, then corrective action must be taken. Reducing the humidity and moisture levels below 60% humidity will maintain a dry and mould free environment.
Where to look for dampness and mould.... continue reading this article online, HERE
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This feature comes from Jan Ozay.
Most cities in Turkey are famous for something & the city of Denizli is no exception.
Denizli is approximately three and a half hours drive from Bodrum & close to Pamukkale. The city is famous for three things 'Kız', 'toz' and 'horoz' - or 'beautiful girls', 'dust' and 'cockerels'! The cockerel is a symbol of the city and there are statues of them all over. They are proud of their roosters.
The Denizli Rooster is a pure gene breed, renowned for its beauty, good health and immunity to illness and for its amazing voice. They have the longest crowing in Turkey and champions have been known to crow for up to 30 seconds! The roosters have black eyes, dark gray or purple legs and a large big axe comb. It has long legs, a long and strong neck, a broad and deep chest.
They are divided into three groups according to their colours and combs. However, the most prominent distinction is made according to the various positions they adopt as they crow; Lion crowing, Wolf crowing, Hero crowing & the Mist crow. The timing of the crowing is vital and it should start slow, increasing to a fast tempo and ending slowly. Denizli holds cockerel crowing competitions! They are the longest crowers in the world!!! See one in action: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aEiWoWoM4R0
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New Children's Book: Bramble's Story
Bramble's Story is a new children's book, now available on Amazon.
Bramble is more human than most humans are. He can understand absolutely everything anyone tells him, he loves to be with people and he is going to share the story of his life. Bramble's best friend is Bracken, a gentle, highly intelligent German Shepherd. She and Bramble join a wonderful family in England and together they get into mischief and have fun. When Bramble and Bracken move with their family to Turkey, they find many new adventures, friends and surprises waiting for them! Beautifully illustrated by Nergiz G. Gunay, Bramble's Story will delight children and help them understand that pets are truly a part of the family.
Buy on Amazon
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we'll help spread the word.
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Flight Update - 4th November 2009
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£229 |
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Flight information gathered on the 4th November, 2009 from skyscanner.net for direct flights between UK airports and Bodrum Milas. The price shown represents the cheapest possible return flight in a given month.
Need help using price comparison sites like Skyscanner? Click HERE for our guide on how to get the best from Skyscanner.
Bodrum Milas: Live Arrivals and Departure Information (UPDATED)
- For Milas Airport
International arrivals, click HERE.
- For Milas Airport
International departures, click HERE.
How to get from Izmir bus station to airport (NEW)
- Go downstairs in Izmir Otogar (bus station), and get bus to Gaziemir, ask to get off at Tansaş (it was 2TL per person about a month ago and takes roughly 45mins).
- There is a taxi rank across the road from Tansaş, get one to the airport, (for two people it was 12TL in total).
Reverse this from the airport to the Otogar if there is not a Havaş bus at the airport when you arrive.
--Thanks to John Lee for the information.
Ferries (UPDATED)
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Bodrum – Kos |
Mon, Wed, Fri |
09:30 - 16:30 |
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| Not Running |
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*Free Hamam with every ticket purchased through BodrumTour
For more information or booking, please contact:
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The full Readers' Recommendation Directory on the website
currently has 55 businesses, click HERE to
view it, or click on "Recommendations" on the left "sections" menu on the website.
Note, however that you need to be logged into the website to view the detail
pages. If you are having problems logging in, please click HERE.
New Recommendations and reviews:
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If you have a question about any aspect of life in Bodrum,
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we'll post it to this section as an open question. But here's the important bit
- we need your help to answer the open questions; so please don't be
embarrassed - send us your questions, and answers.
We've re-vamped the Questions section on the website slightly to make it clearer to read. It's still not perfect though. If you can't find something you're looking for, remember to try the website Search, at the top right of the web page. The comprehensive list of Questions and Answers can be viewed on the website - HERE.
New Questions:
- Q71: I am buying a car here in Turkey, and want to know if I must have a Turkish driving licence, or can I use my European driving licence? If I indeed need a Turkish driving licence, what is the procedure to get one, and how much does it cost?
A71: Know the answer, or have any advice? let us know!
- Q72: I have been told by a friend that there are Pyramids on the Bodrum Peninsula!! - somewhere between Ortakent and Gümüslük - does anyone know more, or know how to get to them?
A72: Know the answer, or have any advice? let us know!
New Answers:
- Q70: I have an old solar water heating system that's surplus to my needs, I'd like to try to connect it to our swimming pool; does anyone know if this is possible, or would like to tackle the challenge?
A70.1: My pool in South Africa was heated with solar panels. It was connected through about 8 solar panels fitted on an out building. The water was drawn through the pump and filter system in the normal way but instead of going directly to the pool passed through the panels first and then into the pool. The pool held about 150 tons of water and stayed at a constant luke warm temperature all year round. --Ray
A70: Have any advice to add?
- Q69: I've been collecting "Positive" points from Petrol Ofisi for a long time, but have never received any benefits. I've tried to navigate their website, and I've tried to contact them, but I'm still none the wiser - can anyone shed any light on how to reap the benefits?
A69.1: It is my understanding that you have to have the POsitive card in CONJUNCTION with the HSBC Pegasus Credit Card to gain the points that can be used against Pegasus flights. You have to "link" the two cards and then only have to present the PO card for swiping when buying petrol ...and it must be given in advance. I don't know if the PO card alone will give you any advantages. --Jane
A69.2: Pasililar Petrol Station at the Bitez Junction have the catalogues for the goods that can be exchanged for points collected. Bit like the old 'Green Shield Stamp" catalogue. However, don't get too excited: after collecting for two cars for two years, we have about enough points for an electric kettle! --Liz
A69: Have any advice to add?
- A0: Can I buy self-raising flour in Bodrum?
A0.1: Some people have found self-raising flour in Migros.
A0.2: If you can't find it, simply mix 1 teaspoon baking powder (Hamur Kabartma Tozu), with 200g of plain flour.
A0.3: Yes, there is self-raising flour. Go to the normal flour section at Migros (or any super market) and nearby you will see cake mixes. Usually Dr. Oetker, but Migros do their own also. These are called 'Kek Karisim' in Turkish and are in boxes of 500gms. The one called 'Sade Kek Karisim' is self raising flour. It is very good and reliable. At Metro on one occasion I found the same flour by Sinangil in 1 kilo packets, but it is not always there. --Audrey
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- Q65: Does anyone know of a personal trainer?
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Here we list businesses which offer Bodrum Bulletin readers a discount.
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Here's the first of our new weather reports, providing a glimpse at the weather recorded at our weather station just outside Yalıkavak over the last 2 weeks.
1st November 2009 (spot the rainbow!)
22nd October 2009 - 4th November 2009
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12 °C |
43 % |
5 °C |
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| Max: |
28 °C |
91 % |
18 °C |
36 kts |
| Average: |
19 °C |
67 % |
13 °C |
12 kts |
22nd October 2009 - 4th November 2009
For LIVE weather, more information, and all-time records, why don't you visit the weather station page.
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GBP-TL Exchange Rate
GBP to TL Exchange Rate - 8th October 2009 to 4th November,
2009
GBP to TL Exchange Rate - 1st January 2009 to 4th November,
2009
30-Day Internet Interest
Rates
Corrections or other rates?
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e-Deposit Interest Rate Calculator - Visit the calculator HERE.
Understanding Interest Rate Accounts in Turkey - Click here for a quick overview of e-Deposit accounts and how
they work.
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- UK State Pensions - From October 2009 your UK state pension can be paid directly into a Turkish bank. Payment will be made in the local currency of the country in which the bank account is held. No charges are made for this service. For more information see the article on the DirectGov UK website, HERE.
- e-Deposit Interest Rate Calculator -
(more information...)
- Cheap Phone Calls from Turkey - Skype -
(more information...)
- Telephone and Mobile Calling Costs -
(more information...)
- Cheaper calls from your Turk Telekom Land-Line
- Cheap International Phone Calls -
(more information...)
- Migros Online Shopping - (more information...)
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- Car Prices - Check HERE for links to manufacturers' current (Turkish Lira)
price lists.
- Translated Traffic Accident Form - View it HERE
- Vehicle Tax - The next payment is due in January. We recommend that you pay this at the Bodrum tax office (tax paid online through a Turkish bank
has a tendency to end up being paid to the Muğla tax office). To see how
much you'll have to pay see the 2009 Vehicle Tax Calculator.
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- Paying your Electric Bills automatically from your
Turkish Bank -
(more info...)
- Paying your TTNET bill automatically from your Turkish
Bank -
(more info...)
- Translated TEDAS (Electric) Bill - View it HERE (courtesy of Fethiye-Times.org)
- Annual Property Tax - 2009 annual property tax is
(over)due. Go to your local Belediye to make this year's payment.
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- Current Residency Prices (more info...)
- Translated TAPU (Property Title Deeds) (more info...)
- Petition for the Clarification of the Buying Process
for Foreigners in Turkey
(more info...)
- Flea, Tick, Mosquito and Sandfly Protection Advantix treatment for dogs
Delivered to Turkey from under 15TL per treatment (more info...)
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110 Fire Department
177 Forest Fire
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153 Zabita
154 Traffic Police
155 Police
156 Jandarma
158 Sea Police/Coastguard |
179 Tourist advice and help line
185 Water Emergencies
186 Electric Emergencies
187 Gas Emergencies
Bodrum Hospitals:
313 14 21 Devlet Hastanesi
313 65 66 Özel Bodrum Hastanesi
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