Issue #033 - 25th March 2010
Subscribers: 1091

Dear Reader,

Welcome to issue 33. It's been a much warmer couple of weeks here in Bodrum, the sun has shone, and there's been the smell of cut grass and BBQs in the air.

Lots of content for regular subscribers and Premium Content subscribers this issue. For all subscribers; if you have a pet over here, make sure you read this issue's Animal Corner - which updates about the nasty creepy-crawlies that could harm your pet. Also information about an exciting new cafe in Gümüşlük offering free Turkish classes and dance lessons, and a couple of coffee shops in Bodrum in the What's New section.

Thanks to all of you who clicked the "Quick Poll" last week. It was a great success, so you'll see the results of the first poll below, together with a new question - please click the appropriate response on your way through. Also please send through your suggestions for a question.

Premium Content this issue:

• Comparing Investments,
• Comparing the Price of Utilities and Transport,
• Chicken (or Halloumi) & Vegetable Skewers,
• Fortnightly Weather update,
• GBP-TL exchange rate update,
• Interest Rate update,
• Bodrum direct flight update.

Dave.

David Good - Editor
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Last week we asked you how much time you spent in Turkey. Here are the results:

Question: How long have you had your house in Turkey?

Please click ONE answer below:

• I don't currently have a house in Turkey.
• 0-1 year
• 2-5 years
• 6-10 years
• 11 years or more

See the results in the next issue! Have a question you want to ask the readers? Why don't you suggest a poll!

NEW: The Dow Live Earth Run for Water

The Dow Live Earth Run for Water will consist of a series of 6km run/walks (the average distance many women and children walk every day to secure water), taking place over the course of 24 hours in countries around the world, featuring concerts and water education activities aimed at igniting a tipping point to help solve the water crisis. Jessica Biel, Alexandra Cousteau, Pete Wentz, and Angelique Kidjo will lend their names and their time in support of this important cause. Elite athletes Kara Goucher, Carl Lewis, and Jenny Fletcher have also announced their participation in the April 18, 2010 events around the globe.

Locally in Bodrum, there will be an organised walk from Bodrum Castle to Gümbet. Please see the following link for more information about the event, and to register your participation:
http://www.joinliveearth.org/page/event/detail/friendsofliveearth/4jj9c
 
Thanks for helping!
 
Contact: Agnes Bayatti-Ozdemir, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

The book sale on Saturday and the sale of the leftover books on Sunday raised a huge 1384.50TL.

Thank you very much to everyone who brought and bought books, marmalade and chutney. My thanks also to those who helped me on the day. The weather was beautiful and with the homing of 5 adorable puppies, we were warmed inside and out.

I thought you might like to know that the money raised from the previous book sale neutered and vaccinated 5 dogs, neutered and vaccinated 6 cats, and treated 3 dogs. The next one is planned for May and I will advertise the date as soon as it is confirmed.

Contact: Linda, 0533 493 90 07, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Bodrum - Gatwick ticket for sale, Monday, March 29, 20:00 hrs.

Contact: 0532 291 5498

We are looking for someone to run kids clubs at the Tamarisk Hotel on Ortakent beach. May - October , 6 day working week, good monthly wage.

Any applicants should be English speaking, energetic, and preferably with childcare qualifications and/or previous experience. For further information please contact us.

Contact: Dave, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , 0533 497 78 05

Does anyone want a lift to Dalaman on Monday 29th March?

I need to meet a 14.15 flight and will happily take anyone who needs to get to Dalaman, leaving Bodrum in the morning.

Contact: Mary, 0533 963 96 15

I am looking to home some female puppies (about 5 weeks old). The mother is a Doberman Dogo Argentino mix has been mated with a pure Doberman.

I would like to give the puppies a good home, so I am asking for a donation of 100TL per puppy (50TL will cover their vaccinations, and 50TL will be donated to the Yalıkavak Animal Welfare Group).

All puppies are healthy and in very good shape but need to be re-homed quickly - the mother is beginning to be aggressive towards them.

Please call if you are interested, or would like more information.

Contact: Kenan Zorlu, 0533 203 73 73 (English, Turkish, German & French speaking).

I am looking for a nanny (2 half-days during the week). My son is 2½ years old. We are from Russia but all the members of the family speak English well enough. We live near Tuzla lake in Gultan cooperative from the end of March. We are looking for a person who could come to us a minimum of 2 times a week for a half day. No house work or cooking, just playing and speaking English with the child.

If someone can help please e-mail me. Thank you!

Contact: Maria, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , 0539 826 92 50, 0539 826 92 50
Location: Cavusun Yeri Yalıkavak, (map)

Lock up storage depot or similar required, probably around the size of a single garage or larger, for long term rental. Must be clean, dry, easily accessible by car, secure and insurable, preferably around Bodrum/Gümbet/Bitez/Konacık.

Contact: Peter, 0538 231 70 47, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Car required on long term rental or possibly rental purchase arrangement, preferably an estate / station wagon or hatchback, but anything considered.

Ability to get to Dalaman or Izmir without breaking down or needing a second mortgage for fuel would be a bonus!

Contact: Peter, 0538 231 70 47, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

We have a Turkish client who is looking for a restaurant to rent or possibly buy on the Bodrum peninsula. Preferred locations are: Torba, Türkbükü, Bitez, Bodrum, or Gündoğan.

Contact: Michele, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , +44 (0) 1622 862 070, +44 (0)7554 732 423

2 bed apartment available for long or short term let. Situated on small condominium of only 14 apartments with a pool. Gökçebel/Yalıkavak area,

Contact: Chris Mac, Skype: Elvismacs, +44 (0) 1743 461 979, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Do you miss your UK soaps?

Do you want to watch live football or watch live Formula One coverage?

Do you miss watching live UK TV?

Are you looking for a cost-effective, easy to use and reliable way to watch UK TV live without a complicated setup or a large satellite dish?

For just £3.99 a month, we provide a reliable service to watch UK channels via the internet. Setup is easy and takes just a minute or so - all you need is an internet connection and a computer! Visit our website (www.uktvaccess.com), or drop me an email for more information.

EDITOR: For more information on watching UK TV from Turkey, please see the informative article HERE.

Contact: Neil, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
The UKTVACCESS service has been recommended by our readers - read the reviews and add your recommendation HERE!

You will always receive a warm welcome at this family run restaurant just reopened after major refurbishment, there is also a delightful indoor dining room on the upper floor with lovely sea views all staff are very friendly & waiter Umut speaks good English, weekends Fri Sat & Sun due to popularity booking is advisable.

Contact: Umut Demidere, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , 0252 348 36 66, 0537 273 16 43
Location: Yali Mevkii No4 Ortakent, (map)

Trip to Georgia; 06 July – 10th July

850TL everything included!

To see the accommodation please visit http://araspansiyon.blogspot.com.

If you would like more information please contact us. A trip definitely not to be missed!

Contact: 0532 5627555

French classes for groups of beginners to intermediate levels.

Tuesdays and Thursdays at 17.30-18.30

Contact: 0537 380 2077

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Welcome to our new Premium Content section. Content listed here can only be viewed on the website by readers who have paid a subscription. If you have not paid yet, 12 months subscription costs just £12; click HERE for more information.

New Articles this issue:
	The Price of Utilities and Transport Following on from last issue's article comparing the price of a basket of food, this issue we compare a few more items - for example comparing the prices of petrol, diesel, home insurance, car tax, and many more. Premium Content subscribers; click HERE to read.
	Comparing Investments In the 7th part of Steve's finace guide, Steve takes a look back at the sucesses of the different investment models proposed over the past issues - what was the most sucessful investment?     Other articles in this series:          Part 1: No Interest?          Part 2: To Trade or not to Trade.          Part 3: Choosing Shares          Part 4: Turkish Mutual Funds          Part 5: Interesting Deposits          Part 6: Currency Trading          Part 7: Comparing Investments Premium Content subscribers; click HERE to read.
	Chicken (or Halloumi) & Vegetable Skewers Follow this delicious recipe for a great first-BBQ-of-the-year treat! Premium Content subscribers; click HERE to read.
Regular Content:
	Reader's Recommendations There are 68 reader recommended Bodrum businesses; all reviewed by readers of the Bodrum Bulletin. NEW Business Added: Miscellaneous - UKTVACCESS.com NEW Review Added: Handyman - James Ferguson NEW Review Added: Turkish Language Teacher - Asuman Premium Content subscribers; click HERE to read.
	Flight Update - 24th March 2010 The latest information on flights in and out of Bodrum from UK and Ireland. Now featuring a new graph view comparing the average prices for each airport. Premium Content subscribers; click HERE to read.
	2 Week Weather Report; 24th February 2010 - 24th March, 2010 What's the weather been like on the peninsula over the last 2 weeks? Premium Content subscribers; click HERE to read.
	UK Sterling to Turkish Lira Exchange rate report; 24th March, 2010 Our usual report on the GBP-TL exchange rate. Premium Content subscribers; click HERE to read.
	Turkish Deposit Account Interest Rate Update; 24th March, 2010 The latest information on interest rates from 11 Turkish banks. Now featuring a new graph view comparing the average TL interest rates. Premium Content subscribers; click HERE to read.
	Exclusive Bodrum Bulletin Discounts There are currently 26 businesses offering discounts to Bodrum Bulletin Premium Content Readers. Premium Content subscribers; click HERE to read.
	Bodrum Ferry Timetables The latest information on ferries in Bodrum. Premium Content subscribers; click HERE to read.
	Important Phone Numbers Check here for those all important phone numbers. Premium Content subscribers; click HERE to read.

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April brings two big Coffee names to Bodrum; Starbucks, and Kahve Dünyası ("World of Coffee"). Located at the marina end of the promenade in Bodrum, both coffee shops will fight for the crown of the best coffee in Bodrum. It's also worth noting that both shops sell their own packaged coffee products.

Springtime brings a fantastic time of year to explore the Bodrum area, and is also a great time to walk your dogs, but beware; unfortunately it's also tick and sand-fly season. So here's the low-down on the nasties that your 're pet is likely to encounter. Please also don't underestimate the risks; both our dogs have Leishmania, and have undergone a long and expensive treatment.

	Fleas: Fleas are responsible for a variety of problems in animals, feeding on their blood. Notable problems include skin irritation, allergic reactions, anaemia. Fleas can also carry tapeworms. Recommended prevention: High quality flea-drop treatment applied monthly, or K9 Advantix treatment
	Ticks: Ticks can cause disease and illnesses directly. Primarily, they are responsible for anaemia, dermatitis, and paralysis. They can also carry a variety of other diseases, some of which include babesiosis, anaplasmosis, ehrlichia, East Coast fever, relapsing fever, rocky mountain spotted fever and, of course, Lyme disease. Recommended prevention: High quality flea-drop treatment applied monthly, or K9 Advantix AND Paraband (Scalibor) Deltamethrin Collar.
	Sand Flies: You probably haven't heard of Sand flies, or Leishmania, but in the Bodrum area, Leishmania is one of the most common diseases among dogs, and is a real threat to your dog. Similar to mosquitoes, sand flies are responsible for transmission of the disease leishmania. Leishmania is a parasite of blood cells which also affects the spleen and liver. Signs of disease include anaemia, loss of appetite, severe weight loss, fever, bleeding, enlarged liver, spleen, and lymph nodes. Many dogs develop skin lesions and some have swollen limbs and joints. Inflammation of the eye can also occur. The time between infection and the appearance of disease can sometimes be up to 7 years. The drugs used to treat this infection in people are not as effective in dogs. If untreated, 70-90% of infected animals die. If treated, 90% recover but many still harbor the parasite. Euthanasia of infected dogs is sometimes recommended. Recommended prevention: Paraband (Scalibor) Deltamethrin Collar. AND K9 Advantix treatment.

Ask your local vet for high quality flea and tick drops, and for a Paraband collar.

K9 Advantix remains one of the most effective multi-purpose treatments available. Unfortunately, it's not easy to get hold of in Turkey, so for more information about K9 Advantix treatment, and how to get it delivered to Turkey for 15TL per treatment, see our article HERE.

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Some of you may have heard about the recent investigation into the Bodrum Tapu office, but if you haven't, you may be interested in checking out the following stories from the Hürriyet Daily News:

• Bodrum police launch operations on title deed fraud claims
• Raids end, investigation continues in Bodrum

Also lawyer Berk Çektir, has commented on this in Today's Zaman, and highlights the need for a more rational approach to using solicitors.

• Fraudulent activity regarding deeds -- Bodrum and other cities (1)
• Fraudulent activity on title deeds -- Bodrum and other cities (2)
  
  

If you have a question let us know. The full list of 95 Questions can be viewed on the website - HERE.

Previously answered questions have now been archived to the Q & A section of the website:
http://www.bodrumbulletin.com/community/questions

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