Bodrum Bulletin Issue #026 - 17th December 2009
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Issue #026 - 17th December 2009
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- Turgutreis Market
- Bodrum Children's Book and DVD Library -
10am-5pm, Bitez (more information...)
- Free Book Exchange - 11am, Bodrum (more information...)
If you like a good read, then you will enjoy the well established Bodrum Book Swap Club. You'll also get the chance to catch up on the latest Bodrum peninsula news, meet new friends and enjoy some of the best coffee in Bodrum… As well as getting a frequent supply of free books.
We meet on Saturdays 11am fortnightly at Café Atlantis Bella, Oasis (next to Burger King). With its’ easy access, free parking, indoor and outdoor sitting areas and reasonably priced drinks, Café Bella has proved to be a very convenient place for folk from all over the peninsula to meet in all weathers.
So how does it work? Everyone brings one or more books with them and, after a lot of general chat, we take it in turns to very briefly introduce the book(s) we've brought. Then all the books go in the middle and we take it in turns again to choose a book we would like to take home with us. This goes on until all the books are chosen (any unwanted books go to the next Charity book sale). If you would like to eventually get a particular book back, you just write your name on the inside front cover.
Many of us have discovered new authors from the recommendations of others and have even ended up reading (and enjoying) types of literature we would have never dreamt of buying ourselves. There is no membership and no expectation of coming to every meeting. Just turn up. The last Book Swap Club of 2009 will be Saturday 19th December. Hope to see you there! For further information please contact us.
Contact:
Linda 0533 493 90 07 or Steve 0555 429 98 02.
Location: Atlantis La Bella Restaurant (next to Burger King) at the Oasis Shopping Centre (Map)
- Creative Patchwork Course - 12-6pm, Bodrum (more information...)
- Yoga with Melek - 12.15pm, Bodrum (more
information...)
- Turkish and Ottoman Cuisine and Live Music Night - from 7pm, Gümüşlük (more information)
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- Kızılağaç Market -
(map)
Bitez Flea Market - (map)
Gümbet Market - (map)
- Sunday Service - Bodrum International Grace
Church (more information...)
- Christmas Bazaar - All day, Ortakent
We are hosting a Christmas Bazaar at our Village Grounds. Joins us for live Christmas carols, hot wine, Christmas cookies and hand made crafts & arts.
This will be an all day event with no entrance fee.
If you would like to join us for our Christmas Dinner, the menu is as follows;
Aegean Herbs with bread crumb, walnuts and mulberry sauce
Rice Pilaf with almonds, dill and mushrooms
Beef Wellington
Christmas Pudding with Brandy Sauce
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Christmas setting with live christmas music!
Christmas dinner price: 55TL per person
Contact: Asli Mutlu 0532 2482479,
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Location: Erenler Sofrasi Restaurant, Yarbasan Tas Evleri village, Ortakent. Directions: After passing through Ortakent follow the blue Yarbasan Tas Evleri signs and always turn right (map).
- Karsanat Gastronomy Club - 2-7pm, Torba
Today, the field of gastronomy is approved as one of the branches of art. Having this opportunity, our Gastronomy Club - part of the Karsanat Association - will be organizing monthly meals, prepared by reputed chefs who will demonstrate traditional preparations of a country's traditional food.
The first of our gastronomy activity will take place on December 20, 2009, at 14.00 – 19.00 (Lun-Din) at Torba Alara Restaurant where the internationally awarded Executive Chef of The Marmara Bodrum Hotel, Zekeriya Yıldırım will be guiding us into the spirit of kitchen.
In his special menu of "Middle European Christmas and the New Year’s", we will have the chance to see the preparation of gingered noodles and turkey sirloin, accompanied by Glühwein.
Also during the day there will be a chance to see "The Dance of Clothes", an exhibition by the German artist Bettina Frankenberg who lives in Bodrum. This exhibition can be seen until January 15, 2010 at the Torba Alara restaurant.
Program:
14.00 – 19.00 Lunch-Dinner
15.00 – 16.00 Presentation of chef Zekeriya Yıldırım
Menu:
Glühwein (2 glasses)
Waldorf salad
Seafood
pate
Gingered noodles served with turkey sirloin
Quince Dessert with red wine sauce
Only 45TL per person (please contact for reservation)
Contact: Aydan, 0252 367 21 34, 0532 614 72 14
Address:
Alara Restaurant, Torba Harbour
- Sunday Funday - 3pm onwards, Gümbet
(more information...)
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- Yalıkavak Market - (map)
Bitez Market - (map)
Güllük Market
- Bodrum Children's Book and DVD Library -
10am-5pm, Bitez (more information...)
- Turkish Tutorials for Beginners - 10.30am, Yalıkavak (more information...)
- Yoga with Melek - 16.45pm, Bodrum (more
information...)
- Traditional Miniature Painting Class - 11am-1:00pm, Ortakent (more information...)
- Alcoholics Anonymous - 5pm, Bodrum (more information...)
- Christmas Eve Party - Club Hotel Zemda, Gümüşlük
Need to feel some Christmas atmosphere? You just found the right place, with a French Manager who also badly needs it herself!
5pm: 'Polar Express' (starring Tom Hanks) on giant screen (closed bar with fireplace and Christmas Tree).
7pm: Christmas Dinner in the same bar with Live Music. Meal cooked by 'Ali Riza', the oldest restaurant in the village (mezes and seafood risotto).
Price: 40 TL (not including drinks)
Contact: Agnes, 0537 407 63 91, 0252 394 31 51,
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Location: Gümüslük (map)
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- Bodrum Market - (map)
Konacık Market - (map)
Çiftlik Köyü Market
- Body Sculpt Fitness Class - 9am-10am, Oasis, Bodrum (more information...)
- Mother and Baby/Toddler Group - 9.30am-12pm, Ortakent (more information...)
- Quiz Night - from 8pm, Turgutreis (more
information...)
- NEW: Christmas Dinner - from 1.30pm, Yalıkavak
Do not miss this Christmas Day at Musti's in Yalıkavak
Traditional 7 course Xmas dinner - ONLY 50TL
Things
kick off with mulled wine at 13:30 then fun and games all day!
Be quick; only 10 places left - reserve now!
Contact:
Brenda 0531 823 10 14
Location: Musti's, Yalıkavak
- Christmas Dinner - 2pm-5pm, Ortakent
Book now to spend Christmas Day on the beach this year at Viras Restaurant, Ortakent
Yahşi Yalısı, Bodrum.
Arrival:
Mulled Wine on arrival
Starter:
Home-Made soup
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Prawn & Melon
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Sauteed Chicken Livers
Main Course:
Roast turkey, lamb or beef served with
roast & mashed potatoes, broccoli, carrots,
cauliflower, sage & onion stuffing & gravy.
Dessert:
Strawberry cheesecake
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Chocolate fondant
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Home-made Christmas pudding
Coffee
All for only 40TL
Contact:
Mustafa or Vicky, 0533 255 9518
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- Turgutreis Market
- Bodrum Children's Book and DVD Library -
10am-5pm, Bitez (more information...)
- Creative Patchwork Course - 12-6pm, Bodrum (more information...)
- Yoga with Melek - 12.15pm, Bodrum (more
information...)
- Turkish and Ottoman Cuisine and Live Music Night - from 7pm, Gümüşlük (more information)
- NEW: Patika Annual Christmas Show - 5pm, Ortakent
Christmas show for children (and parents) with an appearance from santa!
On: Saturday 26th December
At: 17.00hrs
Place: Marmara College Theatre, Ortakent
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tickets available from Patika Nursery School, toddler group -both in ortakent
Adults: 10TL, Children 5TL
Note: please feel free to bring a present for Santa to give to your children - but please ensure the child's name is written clearly on the present.
Contact: Carole Acar,
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Location:
Marmara College Theatre, Ortakent (map)
- NEW: Bodrum Belediyesi Christmas Event - 6pm, Bodrum
Mayor, Mehmet Kocadon invites you to the annual Bodrum Belediyesi Christmas event at the Bodrum Marina Vista Hotel. Festivities start at 6pm!
- Live Music From The 60s and 70s - 8pm, Ortakent (more information...)
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- Kızılağaç Market -
(map)
Bitez Flea Market - (map)
Gümbet Market - (map)
- Sunday Service - Bodrum International Grace
Church (more information...)
- Sunday Funday - 3pm onwards, Gümbet
(more information...)
- Slow Food Group; Adasofra - 8pm, Ortakent
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Next Event: Adasofra, Ortakent
Current members of Slow Food International are invited, together with new potential members or house guests that have never attended a Slow Food Bodrum event before. |
The venue, originally built in 1602, is one of the very few Bodrum tower houses still standing. The tower house is a one bedroom hotel, perhaps the smallest hotel in the world and will be available for viewing on the evening. The restaurant placed within the lush garden of this tower is called ‘adasofra.’ Its menu is decorated with Mediterranean flavours and it has become, in one very short time, the "in" place for Bodrum foodies. This is the place to bring your friends that are visiting for the holidays. Great ambiance and delicious food. Maximum 30 members and guests so book early.
Menu:
Appetizers
Green salad with smoked salmon
Hummus Fried leek balls
Main Course
Spicy chicken with grilled pumpkin
Or
Grilled meatballs with roasted eggplant on flat bread
Desert
Crème brulee
Tea or coffee
Two glasses of wine or local alcoholic beverages (rakı/beer) Featuring: Leona Narince white wine and Leona Kalecik Karası red wine.
Member cost: 60TL. For more information, or to book, contact me on the email address below.
Contact: Frank,
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Location: Adasofra, Mustafa Pasa Kulesi, Kule Sok. #29 Ortakent
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- NEW: New Years' Eve Party - Yalıkavak
Celebrate with Musti & Brenda
Featuring; Belly dancer,
Top DJ & Fireworks
Hot buffet + 1st drink, all for only 25TL
Call us now for
bookings.
Contact:
Brenda 0531 823 10 14
Location: Musti's, Yalıkavak
- NEW: Welcome in the New Year - from 7pm, Yahşi Beach, Ortakent
From 7pm welcome in the New Year at Viras Restaurant. A night of live music, an open buffet with;
A selection of Turkish Mezes/Salads
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Crispy Cheese Rolls
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Grilled Sea bass or Sea bream
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Grilled Beef with Peppercorn Sauce
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Roast Turkey with special rice
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Selection of Turkish desserts and fruit
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Popcorn & Roasted Chestnuts
Only 40TL per person (excluding drinks), or 60TL per person (including 20cl Rakı Or 70cl bottle of wine!)
Contact: Mustafa or Vicky, 0533 255 95 18, 0252 348 39 92
Location:
Viras Restaurant, Yahşi Beach, Ortakent
- New Years Eve Party - Club Hotel Zemda, Gümüşlük
Let's celebrate 2010's arrival!
5pm: 'She's So Lovely' (from Nick Cassavetes, starring Sean Penn, Robin Wright Penn and John Travolta) on giant screen (closed bar with fireplace and Christmas Tree). Sean Penn won a 'Best Actor' Award in cannes (1991) for this movie, this is also when he met Robin Wright. So, it is a 'Bring You Luck' film we hope!
7pm: Dinner in the same bar with Live Music. Mezzes from 'Ali Riza' (the oldest restaurant in the village) and Turkey (the animal) cooked in Champagne sauce (the ONLY Champagne: the French one!).
Price: 50TL (drinks not included)
Contact: Agnes, 0537 407 63 91, 0252 394 31 51,
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Location: Gümüslük (map)
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| Sun, 29/11/2009 |
Turanlar Köyü, Germencik |
| Mon, 30/11/2009 |
Ömerbeyli Köyü, Aydın |
| Sun, 06/12/2009 |
Kurtuluş, Kuyucak &
Umurlu, Aydın & Koçarlı Biyikli |
| Sun, 13/12/2009 |
Selimiye, Milas & Yamalak, Aydın & Armutlu, Izmir |
| Sun, 20/12/2009 |
Nazilli, Aydın & Kuşadası, Aydın |
| Sun, 03/01/2010 |
Ortakent, Bodrum & Incirliova, Aydın & Karaağaç, Balikesir |
| Sun, 10/01/2010 |
Germencik, Aydın & Yalıkavak, Bodrum & Ayvalik, Çanakkale |
| Sun, 17/01/2010 |
Selçuk, Izmir & Yatağan, Muğla |
| Sun, 24/01/2010 |
Ortaklar, Aydın & Burhaniye Bafa, Balikesir |
| Sun, 31/01/2010 |
Bergama, Izmir & Bodrum (Centre) & Köşk, Aydın |
| Sun, 07/02/2010 |
Yenipazar, Aydın & Pelitköy, Balikesir & Torbalı, Izmir |
| Sun, 14/02/2010 |
Kuyucak, Aydın & Tire Milas, Izmir & Demre, Antalya |
| Sun, 21/02/2010 |
Çine, Aydın
Pinarbaşi, Izmir & Sarayköy, Denizli |
| Mon, 27/12/2010 |
Işikli, Aydın & Atça, Aydın & Parsa, Izmir & Ayvacik, Çanakkale |
| Sun, 07/03/2010 |
Dörtyol, Çanakkale & Kemalpaşa, Izmir |
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I am looking for a job for the whole year. I speak 4 languages; Dutch, German, English and Turkish. I have a working permit. I worked in a 5 star hotel in Guest Relations and before that I worked in an estate agency. I am living in Turgutreis.
Contact: Sylvia Duiverman,
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I am looking for a cleaning lady for 2 days a week. Main duties include house cleaning and ironing. Does anyone have any recommendations?
Contact:
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0533 350 53 64
Delonghi (Italian) calor gas fire for sale with electric fan booster and all chimney pipes (if required for ventilation). Very good condition, can be seen working. Photo can be supplied. 150TL
Contact: Jill 0534 231 4520
Did you know that all school age children should have two general health checks over their school years? For all school age children we are offering a children's package and for all parents peace of mind! Our package includes:
- Consultation with the Paediatrician:
general physical examination, height, weight and physical development. Assessment of neurological development, (are they doing what they should be for their age?). And an opportunity to discuss any concerns with the paediatrician.
- Eye test with the ophthalmology Doctor
- Dental check-up with the dentist
Special Winter promotion; normal price 270TL, package price only 150TL
Location: Özel Bodrum Hastanesi, Bodrum
Contact: Deniz Gökova,
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The Özel Bodrum Hastanesi has been recommended by our readers - read the reviews and add your recommendation HERE!
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The extensive, 3 floor Yataş showroom in Konacık offers you a chance to see the high quality Yataş furniture first hand.
From beds, mattresses and wardrobes to sofas, chairs and coffee tables, to curtains, towels, appliances we offer everything you need to furnish your home. |
To see the full Yataş range of furniture, visit www.yatas.com
Bodrum Bulletin discount available: 10% off all cash purchases.
Location: Atatürk Blv. No:178 Konacık
Contact: Serhat, 0252 319 09 00, 0532 354 64 67,
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Yataş Furniture has been recommended by our readers - read the reviews and add your recommendation HERE!
Turkish Lessons to be held in Bodrum –Bitez – Konacık – Gümbet on Wednesdays / Thursdays.
Offer affordable Turkish lessons; either one-to-one, group or online (through Skype and MSN messenger).
Contact: Serdar Vatan, 0252 319 61 36, 0537 289 96 53,
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Serdar has been recommended by our readers - read the reviews and add your recommendation HERE!
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Mosaics which were skillfully made by mosaic workmen thousands of years ago, discovered in excavations within the ground and started to be exhibited in museums on all over the world.
Haldun Serdaroğlu is a contemporary Turkish mosaic artist specialising, in pebble, antique and portrait mosaics. |
He makes these works himself by hand cutting of natural tumbled stones, ceramic tiles or placing pebbles one by one. Each work is unique, covering thousands of fragments of pieces and take days to finish even a small part of work.
His workshop named Tash Mosaic has been located in Bitez Village since 1999 and he creates permanent and decorative projects that make stones come to life, like;
- Portrait: specific formed styles named gra-pop-art,
- Antique: unique reproductions produced without any template usage,
- Pebble: with traditional podima (pebble mosaic) applications.
If you decide to view or own a mosaic art and leave it to the future, we suggest you to visit Tash Mosaic Workshop. Visit our website at: www.tashmosaic.com
Contact: Serdaroğlu,
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, 0536 822 76 43, 0252 363 89 51
Location: Atatürk Cad. Efe Otel Karsisi No:58 Bitez (map)
Have you visited the Mosaic Workshop?
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I have been a Turkish teacher in a secondary school for 7 years, and have been teaching Turkish to foreigners since 2006 whilst getting a PHD at Marmara University. I live in Kartal. If you would like to learn Turkish, I think I can help you!
Contact: Esra Birsen Güler, 0505 774 58 09
Have you used Esra?
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- Winter Car Hire
(more...)
- 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...)
- Turkish Lessons for English Speaking Foreigners (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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Özkanlar Architecture and Remodeling
"Designing Your Dreams"
If you are looking for a reliable professional company to help you transform your house into a dream home, look no further.
- Architectural Projects and planning
- Renovation
- Conceptual design (Technical & design consultation)
- Repairing
- Interior and Exterior Wall Painting
- Plastering
- Flooring (Ceramic,Tiles and Wood)
- Insulation and Water-Proofing
- Home Furnishing
- Home Textiles
- Interior Design
Contact: Serhat, 0252 319 09 00, 0532 354 64 67,
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If you know of anything new related to the peninsula, email us at
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we'll help spread the word.
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Following a recent question which was asked to the Bodrum Bulletin, reader Ole has very kindly sent in details of his experience in getting a European driving license "converted" to a Turkish license, with help from friend Jennifer. In summary, it was a simple process, over a couple of mornings, took very little knowledge of Turkish language, and cost under 500TL.
Let me share with the readers how easy it was to swap my European driving license into a Turkish driving license.
1. Obtained forms at the "driver's chamber" office between the BP station and Mudo Concept shop in Bodrum. Price: 50 kuruş.
2. My Danish driving license was translated into Turkish. That took about 15 minutes at a price of 30 TL...... to continue reading this article; click HERE.
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This article was originally published by Today's Zaman, on the 14th December and is written by Berk Çektir. As this is a 'hot-topic', we have kindly been granted permissions to republish this article. You can view the full original article HERE.
Q: "Hi, I would be very grateful if you could give me some advice. Could you tell me what the situation is when someone in an apartment complex refuses to pay his or her share of the maintenance costs. There are 14 apartments in our apartment building, and we have set up our own management committee. All owners are happy to contribute toward the upkeep of the building with the exception of one person. My enquiry seems to be a common problem in Turkey. It seems grossly unfair that everyone else who pays money for the upkeep of the grounds, swimming pools, etc., have to pay extra for the one person who is unwilling to pay but who is still able to enjoy all these facilities for free. Regards.”
I understand that this person irritated you and your other neighbors who have been paying the maintenance fee. Thee, I have good news for you.
You should immediately hold an owners' meeting. This meeting works like a company, and the resolutions made at this meeting can be enforced. Make sure that you make the announcement and invite the owners to this meeting in line and compliance with the law. In this meeting, the manager of the complex (I am sure you have one) will be given the power to refer the matter to the court himself or via a lawyer. The lawyer first must send notification to the property owner, and in case he fails to pay the overdue fees despite this notice, then the lawyer of the complex shall send a payment order via an execution office. Following this process.... to continue reading this article; click HERE, or view the original article in Today's Zaman HERE.
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This article is the first in a series of finance articles by Steve Bishop, a retired accountant living in Bodrum.
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Not so long ago, if you had spare cash there was no great dilemma as to what to do with it. With Turkish interest rates often over 20%, you could just put it in a fixed interest bank deposit account and go relax by the pool. Nowadays, the financial world has changed beyond all recognition or anyone's expectations. |
With net Turkish bank interest under 7% and some Turkish banks restricting the amount that can be put into deposit accounts, many of us are having to consider other options for generating income. It seems likely that there may be one more small interest rate cut followed by perhaps six months of no change. Then the Turkish Central Bank will have to raise rates again as the rest of the world raise their rates. However, there is no expectation that Turkish rates will ever return to the levels we enjoyed a few years back..... to continue reading this article; click HERE.
Previous Features:
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Website
We've been busy with the website;
http://www.y-awg.com, it's filled with information about the group - from who we are, to how to get involved and how to donate.
Sponsor a Stray Animal This Christmas
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We have now launched our sponsorship and donation campaign. We welcome donations of any amount, but as a special thank you, if you donate 100TL or more you will receive a sponsorship certificate certifying that you are supporting our efforts, and helping to keep stray animals healthy and neutered.
If you'd like to donate, simply visit our web page for more information: http://www.y-awg.com/en-donate.html |
So who's sponsored us so far? A big thank you to:
- Can Estate Agent, Yalıkavak
- Mr & Mrs Pieter Pot, Istanbul
- Mrs. Aydan, Yalıkavak
- Pottery Home, Yalıkavak
- Musti's Steakhouse, Yalıkavak
- Kutman Wine, Yalıkavak
- O Sole Mio, Yalıkavak
- Wanno and Ton, Yalıkavak
Join the list - visit: http://www.y-awg.com/en-donate.html and donate now!
Volunteering
We held a volunteer meeting last Friday with around 30 attendees from a mix of nationalities - including Turks, English, Dutch, Americans, and Swedish. The event went well; new volunteers came forward, some to help with fund-raising, some to help with temporary homing, some with identifying strays for the neutering program, and some to help with marketing, awareness and education. It was great to see a group of willing like-minded people brought together. We're still looking for more volunteers though, so if you can help in any way, please get in contact with us at
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Other Activities
Fund raising events have continued; thanks to Rewena and Janet, over 800TL was raised at their 2nd hand sale at Zorro-M club. The regular stall at the Sunday Bitez 2nd hand market is still doing well, but in order for these to continue we need your donations - so if you have anything to spare - from books, to clothes, to furniture, we'd love to have it; either contact us for a collection, or drop it in to Animana.
What Does The Money Go Towards?
With an agreement now in place with the municipality to provide free neutering for stray dogs, you may be wondering where the money is going... Some will go towards neutering stray cats, some will be used to provide comprehensive vaccinations to stray animals which have been neutered, providing rehabilitation and support to recovering animals, providing basic nutrition to needy animals (e.g. starving animals, feeding mothers, abandoned puppies etc...), and a little to help create awareness and to educate local people on what they can do to help.
Next Actions?
Amongst other projects, we're working with the Bodrum Hayvan Hakları Derneği to arrange a 'cat sterilization day' using their mobile clinic. We will invite you to bring along stray cats for on-the-spot sterilization. We'll let you know as soon as we have a date and location.
We welcome your feedback, and would love to hear from you if you can help us in any way. For more information visit the website, or please contact us at
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Yalıkavak Animal Welfare Group
in association with
Bodrum Hayvan Hakları Derneği
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£172 |
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£102 |
£92 |
£105 |
£99 |
£101 |
£127 |
£100 |
£86 |
| Glasgow |
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£164 |
£170 |
£172 |
£231 |
£232 |
£195 |
£191 |
| Leeds |
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£230 |
£220 |
£185 |
£228 |
£200 |
£175 |
| Manchester |
£190 |
£145 |
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£105 |
£102 |
£143 |
£101 |
£107 |
£171 |
£151 |
£132 |
| Newcastle |
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£134 |
£147 |
£173 |
£183 |
£210 |
£193 |
£186 |
| Stansted |
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£143 |
£123 |
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£85 |
£114 |
£120 |
£119 |
£156 |
£157 |
£104 |
| Sheffield |
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£207 |
£200 |
£244 |
£310 |
£270 |
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| Exeter |
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£334 |
£322 |
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£353 |
£269 |
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| Luton |
|
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|
|
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£220 |
£227 |
£233 |
£272 |
£232 |
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Flight information gathered on the 15th December, 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.
Ferries
| Status |
Route |
Day(s) |
Time |
Return Price |
| Running |
Bodrum – Kos |
Mon, Wed, Fri |
09:30 - 16:30 |
28 Euros* |
| Not Running |
Bodrum – Datça |
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| Not Running |
Bodrum – Rhodes |
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| Not Running |
Turgutreis - Kos |
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| Not Running |
Bodrum – Marmaris |
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| Not Running |
Bodrum – Istanbul |
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*Free Hamam with every ticket purchased through BodrumTour
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If you have a question let us know. The full list of 74 Questions can be viewed on the website - HERE.
New Questions:
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Q80: Does anyone know of a good English speaking lawyer based in Turgutreis who covers wills and houses (e.g. TAPUs etc...)?
A80:
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- Q79: Does anyone know if it is legal for electricity cables and telephone cables to be run overhead across our land to property behind - even if there is a road to the side of us?
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- Q78: Can anyone recommend a reliable estate agents in the Yalıkavak or Bodrum area?
NEW: A78.1: Try L & M Properties, on the main road going out of Bodrum just before the corner past the new marina. See Murat who speaks very good English and has British staff, I bought my villa 6yrs ago from them. Recommended, but form your own opinion. -- Dennis
NEW: A78.2: Try Nebiye Karataş at Realty World Escana in Yalıkavak (0533 345 66 36). My husband and I found the Estate Agent very professional and not pushy at all compared to most other agents on the peninsula. We found the office to be frank and up front and realistic. After purchasing through them we have gone back to the office for their help on several things such as maintenance, management and refurbishing our home and to help us look for another property. We would have no problems recommending the office to anyone. --Ayşe.
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- 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: No you don't need a turkish licence. --James Rawson
A71.2: Sorry to disagree, but you are wrong, legally after 1 year of being here you must get a Turkish licence. You have to go to the traffic police at the deed office complete forms have photos have your European licence translated and take a medical. I have double-checked with a lawyer and a friend at police station and found the same; if you do not get a Turkish licence within 1 year any insurance is invalid - god forbid you have an accident. --Dawn
A71.3: If you drive for more than 12 months you do need a Turkish licence --Anon
A71.4: No you don't need a Turkish driving license if you have a European license. Some European driving licences can be converted into Turkish Driving licenses. I would recommend you to get a takipci to handle all the paperwork for you. --Fevzi
NEW: A71.5: Tricky question…. In my five years of consultancy/translating business I have urged many foreign people to get Turkish driving licences because I was told by the British consulate and other authorities that you have to provided you have been a resident for longer than one year. But apparently this is only the case if you are a Turkish citizen. Police officer Ayşe who is handling the driving licence section at the traffic police, confirmed last month that they would not bother foreigners without Turkish driving licence if they encounter any. But I have witnessed that Turks who got their driving licence abroad or foreigners who became Turks got serious problems because of their foreign driving licences (arrested motorbikes, insurances refusing to pay). If you decide to go ahead with applying for a Turkish driving licence be aware that this costs around 500 TL and you are well advised to get assistance from a consultant/translator or trafik takipçisi (traffic agent) who speaks English. --Annette Ertan, Bodrum Consulting & Translation
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Unanswered Questions:
Note: the full list
of unanswered questions are listed on the website HERE.
- Q77: Is there a qualified chiropodist anywhere on the Bodrum peninsula? By chiropodist, I do not mean someone who does pedicures (as in beauty salons). We are looking for someone who has undergone proper training and has a thorough understanding of foot care as this is very important in treating diabetics who are prone to problems with their feet.
A77:
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- Q76: Can anyone please advise if they know of a good Turkish Language Teacher in the Tuzla/Boğaziçi areas, as my wife and I would like to, and need to, improve our limited knowledge of the Turkish Language.
A76:
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- Q75: Does anyone recommend of a "Demirci" (iron worker) in Bodrum... preferably speaking some English. Our experience to date of those we have used for metal fencing etc... has not been good!
A75: Know the answer, or have any advice? let us know!
- Q65: Does anyone know of a personal trainer?
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5th December 2009
2nd December 2009 - 15th December 2009
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43% |
4°C |
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| Max: |
23 °C |
93% |
15 °C |
34 kts |
| Average: |
15 °C |
74% |
10 °C |
10 kts |
2nd December 2009 - 15th December 2009
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GBP-TL Exchange Rate
GBP to TL Exchange Rate - 18th November 2009 to 15th December
2009
GBP to TL Exchange Rate - 1st January 2009 to 15th December,
2009
30-Day Internet Interest
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NEW: 2010 Vehicle Tax
2010 Vehicle Tax will be 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 rather than the Bodrum one!). We have not been advised of the full table of rates, but for cars aged 1-3 years, the prices are as follows:
| Engine Size (cc) |
2009 Price |
2010 Price |
'09-'10 Increase |
| 1300 or less |
393 TL |
401 TL |
2.00% |
| 1301 - 1600 |
628 TL |
641 TL |
2.03% |
| 1601 - 1800 |
1,104 TL |
1,128 TL |
2.13% |
| 1801 - 2000 |
1,736 TL |
1,774 TL |
2.14% |
| 2001 - 2500 |
2,605 TL |
2,662 TL |
2.14% |
| 2501 - 3000 |
3,631 TL |
3,710 TL |
2.13% |
| 3001 - 3500 |
5,529 TL |
5,650 TL |
2.14% |
| 3501 - 4000 |
8,690 TL |
8,881 TL |
2.15% |
| 4000 or more |
14,220 TL |
14,532 TL |
2.15% |
*Source: http://www.muhasebenet.net/
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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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112 or 4440911 Ambulance
110 Fire Department
177 Forest Fire
Police:
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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