Contents:
   Calendar
   Classifieds
   PC Corner
   Istanbul-Bodrum by Coach
   Recipe: ANZAC Biscuits
   Travel-Watch
   Readers' Recommendations
   Q & A
   Discounts
   Language
   Useful Information

Dear Reader,

Welcome to Issue 9. For those not keeping an eye on the numbers, we're pleased that you're all enjoying and contributing... 9 newsletters, 770 subscribers, 32 questions (22 closed, and 10 open), 29 recommended businesses, and over 100 website articles. It's certainly keeping us busy!

Our hosting company had a few email problems this week, so if you don't see an advert you submitted, or you have sent us an email and have not heard back, please just re-send it; we've been assured that things are sorted now!

Enjoy the issue, and please keep sending us any suggestions, articles, adverts, classifieds, recommendations, questions... anything!

David Good - Editor

• National Sovereignty and Children's Day (Turkey) - Note that banks and many public offices will be closed today. Look out for the many processions and celebrations around the peninsula.
  
  
• Yalıkavak Market - (map)
  Bitez Market - (map)
  Güllük Market
  
  
• Bodrum Children's Library - 10am-5pm, Bitez
  New members always welcome! Big safe garden with swings.
  (more information...)
  
  
• Alcoholics Anonymous - 5pm, Bodrum (more information...)
  
  
• Bodrum Rocks Festival - Hadigari and Halikarnas "The Club", Bodrum (more information...)
  
  
• Charity Dinner and Fun Auction - Our Secret Garden, Yalıkavak
  
  Our Secret Garden will be hosting a charity dinner and fun auction to celebrate St. Georges Day, and to raise money for Turgutreis Children's Rehabilitation Centre. The menu will be: Slow cooked Leg of Lamb or Roast Chicken with mashed and roast potatoes, fresh vegetables, gravy and mint sauce followed by Apple Crumble and Custard at a cost of 30TL (of which 5TL will go to charity).
  
  Tickets will be available from the restaurant or directly from Jack Davies. Reservations by 21st April please. Please help us beat last year's total of 750TL by donating an item for the fun auction which can be left at the restaurant any time before the dinner. Jack will also be taking part in a cycle ride through Mexico in November; sponsor forms and a collecting box will be available in the restaurant. Please come along and support Jack and help us raise as much money as possible for the children in Turgutreis.
  
  Location: Our Secret Garden Restaurant, Plaj Cad No 40, Yalıkavak (map)
  Contact: June Barnes,  june_barnes@hotmail.com, 0252 385 50 03, 0535 549 02 01
  

• Bodrum Market - (map)
  Konacık Market - (map)
  Çiftlik Köyü Market
  
  
• Quiz Night - from 8pm, Turgutreis (more information...)
  

• ANZAC Day
  Anzac Day is a national public holiday in Australia and New Zealand, which honours members of the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (ANZAC) who fought at Gallipoli in Turkey during World War I. (Source: Wikipedia)
  
  
• Turgutreis Market
  
  
• Bodrum Children's Library - Bitez
  Library - now open 10am - 5pm
  Kids Messy Club - 10am - 12pm; 3TL per child
  New members always welcome
  Big garden with swings
  
  The library now has nearly 2,500 books & we will start to do kids DVDs in about a month!
  
  (more information...)

• Kızılağaç Market - (map)
  Bitez Flea Market - (map)
  Gümbet Market - (map)
  
  
• Sunday Service - 11.30am Bodrum International Grace Church (more information...)
  
  
• Sunday Funday - 3pm onwards, Gümbet (more information...)
  

• Türkbükü Market
  
  
• Alcoholics Anonymous - 5pm, Bodrum (more information...)

• Bodrum Market - Textiles only (map)
  Gölköy Market - Morning only
  
  
• Yoga Yalıkavak - 9.30am-11am, Yalıkavak
  Now on Tuesdays with Zeynep (in Turkish) (more information...)
  
  
• Mother and Baby Toddler Group - 10am-12.30am, Bitez
  Now at the Children's Library in Bitez for the summer
  Big garden with lots of toys etc...
  (more information...)
  
  
• Dot's Coffee Morning - 12.30pm-3pm, Konacık (more information...)
  

• Ortakent Market - (map)
  Gümüslük Market
  Gündoğan Market - (map)
  
  
• Yoga Yalıkavak - 9.30am-11am, Yalıkavak (more information...)
  
  
• Turkish Language School - Bitez (more information...)
  

• Yalıkavak Market - (map)
  Bitez Market - (map)
  Güllük Market
  
  
• Alcoholics Anonymous - 5pm, Bodrum (more information...)
  
  
• Bodrum Children's Library - 10am-5pm, Bitez
  New members always welcome! Big safe garden with swings.
  (more information...)
  

• Bodrum Market - (map)
  Konacık Market - (map)
  Çiftlik Köyü Market
  
  
• Quiz Night - from 8pm, Turgutreis (more information...)
  

• Turgutreis Market
  
  
• Bodrum Children's Library - Bitez
  Library - now open 10am - 5pm
  Kids Messy Club - 10am - 12pm; 3TL per child
  New members always welcome
  Big garden with swings
  
  The library now has nearly 2,500 books & we will start to do kids DVDs in about a month!
  
  (more information...)
  

• Kızılağaç Market - (map)
  Bitez Flea Market - (map)
  Gümbet Market - (map)
  
  
• Sunday Service - 11.30am Bodrum International Grace Church (more information...)
  
  
• Sunday Funday - 3pm onwards, Gümbet (more information...)
  

• Türkbükü Market
  
  
• Alcoholics Anonymous - 5pm, Bodrum (more information...)
  

• Bodrum Market - Textiles only (map)
  
  
• Yoga Yalıkavak - 9.30am-11am, Yalıkavak
  Now on Tuesdays with Zeynep (in Turkish) (more information...)
  
  
• Mother and Baby Toddler Group - 10am-12.30am, Bitez
  Now at the Children's Library in Bitez for the summer
  Big garden with lots of toys etc...
  (more information...)
  
  
• Dot's Coffee Morning - 12.30pm-3pm, Konacık (more information...)
  

• Ortakent Market - (map)
  Gümüslük Market
  Gündoğan Market - (map)
  
  
• Yoga Yalıkavak - 9.30am-11am, Yalıkavak (more information...)
  
  
• Turkish Language School - Bitez (more information...)
  

Petition for the Clarification of the Buying Process for Foreigners in Turkey

Chances are, if you're reading this you either have, or are looking to purchase property in Turkey. Either way, you'll have probably found that the buying process is far from clear, whether it's a constantly changing bureaucratic system or greedy and corrupt estate agents and solicitors, we're long overdue an updated, clear, concise, and governmentally backed clarification on the buying process.

To this end, there is an online petition at iPetitions, please check it out, and lend your support if you agree with the cause.

For more information please read the articles HERE (Fethiye Times), and HERE (Today's Zaman).

To sign the petition please visit:
http://www.ipetitions.com/petition/protectionforbuyers/index.html

House Clearance

• Double Bed with Integrated Storage and Mattress - 120TL
• Bamboo Chairs - 25TL Each
• 3 Door Wardrobe With Mirror - 120TL
• 4x Bookshelves (5 Shelves) - 45TL Each
• Samsung TV 14" - 60TL
• Tubular Rattan Look Chairs - 20TL Each
• Large Oil Filled Electric Radiator - 50TL
• 4x Large Assorted House Plants with Terracotta Pots and Bases - 40TL Each
• De Longhi Gas Fire - 120TL
• Assorted Rugs - 25TL Each
• Approx. 1000 English Books - Offers
• Melamine Kitchen Table - 25TL

Contact: Cathy Wilson, paulcathy_49@hotmail.com, 05426633274  

For Sale

• Elephant Needs a Home! Bouncy castle, 4m x 3m with rain cover and blower - 1000TL o.n.o.
  
• Honda Activa Scooter, low mileage only 2,500km on clock Metallic Blue 2007 model (Turkish plates) - 2,250TL
• Motorola RAZR3 in Blue - Offers
  

Contact: Paul Smith, ecosse56@live.co.uk,  05426633207  

For Sale: Fiat Siena


2002 Fiat Siena 1.2S, English owned since 2005. 7,000TL or sensible offer.

Contact: Des Hewitt, des.hewitt@hotmail.co.uk, 0252 388 64 46, 0538 365 20 69  

For Sale: Airties Wireless Router

Specification: 125Mbps, Model RT-205, USB adaptor, Wus-300, DSL+ portable modem. Brand new, still boxed. (Unused due to problems getting telephone line installed.)

Cost 195TL - will accept reasonable offer.

Contact: Chris, 0252 319 6237, 0538 651 9672, chriswybrow@hotmail.co.uk
Location: Bodrum/Konacık

Need a photographer?

Events, family, website or brochure shoots, pet portraits, photo restoration. Contact: Tony, 02523829478, 05392435344, tonyfitz777@gmail.com

Enjoy the Summer with the Women's Sailing School

• In need of a well deserved break away but unsure where to go?
• Want to learn a new skill this year that’s challenging, healthy as well as fun?
• You have some experience sailing but want to improve, meet new friends and find a team?
• Haven’t quite seen the full beauty the South Coast of Turkey has to offer… by sea?
  

Well here's your chance to put your skills to the test!

Whether it's a relaxing family cruising holiday you're after, a chance to escape, relax your mind and meet new friends. Perhaps you want to improve your skills and train for a race this year. Women's Sailing School has it all; we cater for individuals, friends and families of all ages and abilities. Our staff are all fully qualified and keen to show you the ropes.

Here’s our May to June course programme:

For further details on our exciting summer and winter programs, prices and past flotillas and race events contact us at www.womensailingschool.com

Contact: Melissa Goring, melissa@womensailingschool.com, 0534 786 11 68

Book Swap in Yalıkavak

Lots of books for you to swap or buy - all we ask is a small donation to help me look after the street animals of Yalıkavak.

Last year we raised 900TL through book swaps and raffles.

Also your old books needed for donations - come on all you readers - clear out your cupboards and bring your books to me!

Contact: Sue, sue_morgulantik_yalikavak@yahoo.co.uk, 0252 385 20 18, 0537 495 44 31
Location: Morgul Antik Restaurant, Yalıkavak  

Wanted: English Primary School Teacher

Fully qualified native English primary teacher required.

Contact: Tripp, 0555 665 57 02  

Wanted: Dentist Assistant

Mumtaz Firidin is a Dentist, who qualified in Germany and Switzerland is now working in Bodrum. He Speaks German, Swiss, Turkish, and English.

An assistant is required as soon as possible to work in dental practice located on Bodrum's High Road; hours 9am-6pm, but flexibility required. Please contact for further information.

Contact: Mr. Mumtaz Firidin, 0252 313 1354
Location: opposite Migros on Bodrum's high road just along from Köftecim Merde (Kibris Sehitleri Cad No 83)

Wanted: English Speaking Receptionist

Looking for a fluent English speaking lady for the reception in small hotel on Lake Bafa. for more information please call Bettina.

Contact: 0537 580 6739, 0252 519 10 73, info@clubnatura.com, www.clubnatura.com

The Corner Shop, Bodrum

Located in Bodrum just opposite the army camp, and just before the British consulate, The Corner Shop has now opened.

We are offering English foods and have just had a delivery of Bisto gravy, mint sauce, baked beans, kidney beans, malt vinegar, brown sauce, mustard, and of course, British bacon. We also have many more items arriving daily.

Please pop in and see what we have to offer at very reasonable prices. For any special requests or suggestions just contact us on the details below.

Contact: Tracey, 0536 72 14 44, traceyjgultes@yahoo.co.uk

Please Could Someone Help me to Re-home my Dog

Owing to a very bad back condition I am no longer able to look after my dog - she was originally a street dog which I rescued 4 years ago. She is a lovely girl - neutered etc - but strong! Will live outside in kennel or inside a home - fully house trained. If anyone could help I would be willing to supply her food, flea drops and worming tablets.

Contact: Sue, sue_morgulantik_yalikavak@yahoo.co.uk, 0252 385 20 18, 0537 495 44 31

Wanted: Violin Teacher

I'm looking for a violin teacher (non professional welcome), for my 8 year old daughter, Turkish language is fine. Please contact me know if you know anyone who might be interested, thanks...

Contact: Juliet Page, juliet.page@yahoo.com

Wanted: Gümbet Accommodation - 26th July to 2nd August.

Wanted to rent: Two families of 5 people (2 adults, & 3 children, with youngest of 10 years old), require accommodation in Gümbet centrally located with easy access to the beach/town centre for the week of 26th July to 2nd August. They require 3 rooms; one each for the 2 adults and two children, i.e. a 2 bedroomed flat/house villa, and a twin/double roomed flat for the two 18yr olds. All inclusive: For the second week they want a 4/5 star hotel in Bodrum with an emphasis on sports.

Contact: Murray Rawson, jimrawuk@yahoo.co.uk  

For Rent: Traditional Stone-House apartments

Traditional stone house apartments, set in the peaceful hills of Eski Karakaya, with fantastic views of the Gümüslük bay area. Two apartments are available; one family sized with two bedrooms, family bathroom, living room, and kitchen, and a second smaller apartment with kitchen.

The apartments are available for short and long term rentals. Nightly rates from just 60TL per person (including breakfast). Please contact us for other rates.

Location: Karakaya, Gümüslük
Contact: Fatos Köylü, fatomer@hotmail.com, 0252 394 37 29
Discount Available (more information...)

Repeat Classifieds:

• Alexander Hills Sitesi - Request for Management Tender
  (more information...)
  
  
• Personalised Greetings Cards
  (more information...)
  
  
• Textile Arts & Crafts Courses
  (more information...)
  
  
• Yoga classes with Melek - All levels
  (more information...)
  
  
• House for Rent: Gümüslük
  (more information...)

TTnet Online services

TTnet offers a variety of services online, for example, you can view past bills, opt to receive electronic bills, get SMS updates, pay bills, and set up direct debits. Unfortunately there's no English service yet, so if you would like to check a bill, or opt for electronic bills over paper bills, follow our step-by-step guide HERE.

More Turkcell Services

Here are a couple more features to try:

• Enter *123# to see how many credits you have left
  
  
• Stuck, lost, or need to know where you are?
  Text "NEREDEYIM" to either 7777 or 2222, and you'll get a text back which gives you your (approximate) longitude and latitude, together with the details of your nearest emergency services. SMS costs 2 Units to send.
  
  
• If you're in the UK, you can reach Turkcell customer services on +90 (0) 532 444 05 32.
  
  
• Want to know what the tariffs are to a certain country? Just text the name of the country then "TARIFE" (for example: ALMANYA TARIFE) to 8181. Charges for that country will be sent to you by SMS.
  
  
• Run out of credits? You can reverse charge simply by dialling *135*53xxxxxxxx# where xxxxxxxx is the number you want to call, the recipient will be asked if they wish to accept the charges for the incoming call.

More Articles:

• Checking your TTNet Quota
• Manage your Turkcell Phone online
• Optimising Photos for Email
• Spyware, Malware and other 'nasties' removal
• Problems with MSN/Live Messenger and SPAM?
  
• Virus Scanners
  
• Clean temporary files from your computer
  
• Defragmentation
• Creating an Email Account - Gmail
• Useful Links (currently 46 links)

If you'd like to know more, would like a certain topic covered, or have questions, please contact me at dngood@gmail.com

With the cancellation of the Denizline Istanbul-Bodrum Ferry, and the variety of cheap flights to Istanbul from the UK and Ireland, this timely feature article comes from Frank & Eileen Gaffney, who - not by choice - went from Istanbul to Bodrum by coach - their journey wasn't quite what they expected...

We were booked to travel from Cork in the Republic of Ireland to Stansted to catch our flight to Bodrum via Istanbul (Sabiha Gökçen). Unfortunately the inward flight from Stansted couldn't land at Cork due to severe fog & was diverted to Shannon airport. We were then transferred by coach to Shannon to fly to Stansted. Only problem is that with the delay we were too late for our flight to Bodrum. When we arrived in Stansted we went to the Pegasus agent to explain what had happened.

There was a flight the next day but only to Sabiha Gökçen! After a couple of hours searching all London airports for alternatives we decided to take the flight to Sabiha Gökçen. I also did a bit of research on the overnight coach trip to Bodrum not really considering it as an option as 12 hours on a coach sounded to me like a nightmare! We were thinking we could may be stay in Istanbul for a day or so. We stayed that night in Bishop Stortford & got our flight in the afternoon.

When we arrived in Sabiha Gökçen, Istanbul, we checked to see if there were any flights to Bodrum from either of Istanbul's airports, but there were none. We said rather than stay in Istanbul we would take the plunge & try the coach! At the information desk we were told we needed to get to Kadiköy Otogar in Istanbul and we could get the public bus from just outside the terminal building to get us there. We spoke to a few people at the bus stop & they confirmed what we were told in the airport (nothing wrong with a second opinion when you are traveling blind!).

The bus number is E10 & takes about 35-40 mins. While on the bus my wife, Eileen got talking to a girl who turned out to be going to Kadiköy & she insisted on showing us exactly where to go. When we got to Kadiköy she got off with us, across the road & walking for a couple of hundred yards there were several coach company offices. Adette (the girl we met) came into the Ulusoy office & did all the talking for us. She was most helpful and simplified booking the tickets for us. The cost of the ticket was 128TL for us both.

The coach left at 10pm from the Ulusoy depot. A courtesy minibus picked us up from the office & took us to the depot, about 15 mins away. At the depot there is a restroom, restaurant etc. Really nice.

We boarded the coach and away we went on time. After 45 mins we found ourselves on a ferry crossing the Sea of Marmara. I was able to go up on deck and have a good look around take some photos etc. That journey took about 45 mins approx. The coach itself was fantastic. The seats could recline almost horizontal so no problem sleeping! Satellite tv, DVDs, music & personal headphones for entertainment. There is a steward on board to take care of all our needs. What seemed like every 1 1/2 to 2 hrs the steward would come around with, tea, coffee, water, mineral water etc... and to eat we were given cake, biscuits,rolls etc at different times on the journey. He would also give us freshening wipes to clean the hands after eating & he continued for the whole journey to cleanup & gather the rubbish, keeping the coach in mint condition at all times. All food & drinks were included in the price of the journey!

There were 5 or 6 stops during the journey. At each stop there were toilets & places to wash or freshen up. Also there were restaurants, McDonalds, Starbucks & mini markets etc.., all open 24/7! We were due to arrive in Bodrum at 10am in the morning. We arrived at 10.15 am, not bad going when you consider we drove through 6 inches of snow on the outskirts of Istanbul with snow ploughs clearing the way!

Obviously a flight would have been better but I can honestly say that we were really surprised with the quality of the service & if the need arose again to take the trip we wouldn't think twice about doing it.

All the best, Frank & Eileen.

Previous Features:

• Car Depreciation in Turkey
• The Price of Food
• A Touch of Bodrum in Montreal
• Car Rental and Airport Transfer Report
• Our Facebook Page
• The Sausage King
• Life Coaching

To celebrate ANZAC (Australian New Zealand Army Corps) day on the 25th April, here's a recipe for ANZAC biscuits - Turkish Style! The original recipe uses 1 tablespoon of golden syrup, substituted here with honey.

ANZAC Biscuits
(makes 12-24 biscuits)

Ingredients: 1 cup rolled oats (by the muesli in Kipa) 1 cup plain flour ½ cup sugar ¾ cup desiccated coconut 3tbsp honey 125g butter ½ tsp bicarbonate of soda (Karbonat) 1 tbsp boiling water

Method:

1. Mix the oats, flour, coconut and sugar together in a bowl
2. Melt the butter and honey together in a pan
3. Mix the bicarbonate of soda with the boiling water, and add this to the butter and honey mixture, then add this to the dry ingredients
4. For each biscuit, place a tablespoon of the mixture onto a greased oven tray and bake at 150°C-160°C for 20 minutes or until a lovely golden brown.

Previous Recipes:

• 5 Minute Chocolate Mug Cake
• French Onion Soup
• Quick Lemon Curd
• Wild Boar
• 3 Courses for 10TL
• Cassoulette

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Flight Update - 18th April - Table below shows the cheapest return flight direct to Bodrum in a given month. Where possible, taxes are included.

Flight information gathered on the 18th April, 2009 from skyscanner.net and flypgs.com (Stansted).

Bodrum Milas: Live Arrivals - Are you waiting for guests to arrive, and want to check if their flight is on time? check out the official 'live' Milas Airport International arrivals HERE.

Liquids at Bodrum Milas Airport - From April 15th, no liquids over 100ml can be taken into Bodrum Milas airport. Of course, buying drinks once in the airport is very expensive, but it seems to be the only choice now. Onur Air have also started charging £2.80 for a small plastic cup of tea. (Thanks to Valerie Hale for the information).

Ferries:

For more information or booking, please contact: info@bodrumtour.com

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The full directory Readers' Recommendation Directory on the website currently has 29 businesses, click HERE to view it, or click on "Directory" on the top menu of 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.

We currently have requests for recommendations for the following businesses: a hamam, a pool opening company, a garden centre, a chiropractor, a jeweller, a florist, and a ferforge metal worker, if you can help with these, or have a different business please contact us now!

New Readers' Recommendations:

• Dentists
  • Mumtaz Firidin (view or add a review)
• Legal
  • Erkol Law Office (view or add a review)
• Painter
  • Muammer Sarikaya (view or add a review)
• Tiler
  • Muammer Sarikaya (view or add a review)

Note: If you recently recommended Bodrum Furniture, in Dereköy, please contact us.

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If you have a question about any aspect of life in Bodrum, let us know and 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.

New Questions:

Q29: I understand that April and May are the start of the tick and flea season. There are a bewildering number of treatments available over here - from flea drops by Frontline SpotOn and SpotLine, to many types of (dog) collars in different colours and from 10TL to 70TL. Does anyone have any advice on what works the best, or any money-saving tips?
A29: Know the answer, or have any advice? let us know!

Q30: Does anyone know an English speaking masseuse who will make home visits or visits to developments?
A30: Know the answer, or have any advice? let us know!

Q31: Does anyone know an English speaking tennis coach who will make home visits or visits to developments?
A31: Know the answer, or have any advice? let us know!

Q32: Does anyone know a English speaking yoga teacher who will make home visits or visits to developments?
A32: Know the answer, or have any advice? let us know!

New Answers:

Q28: I need a good dental hygienist and had heard of Bernard (or Bernadette) Rennick and now cannot find the contact... can anyone help
A28.1: Bernadette's telephone number is 05544137022 and she is excellent. -- Linda
A28.2: Bernadette's number is 0555 6147446 - if you are unable to get her she sometimes goes to UK for a few weeks so try again. I'm a hygienist fan and Bernadette is the best! -- Jane
A28.3: Bernadette the hygienist is in the Oasis centre, her number is 0554 4137022. I went to see her in December, was very impressed and can highly recommend her. -- Sandra

Unanswered Questions:
Q25: I am looking to drive my Turkish car to England (and then back within the mandatory 6 months).
25.1: Do you need a residents permit to buy a new car and take it out of the country?
25.2: Will a green card insurance cover the car driving to England, or do you need international insurance?
25.3: Do you need a visa to leave the country with the car and how much do they cost for 6 months?
25.4: If you have done this journey which insurance company covered your car while you were in England?
A25: Know the answer, or have any advice? let us know!

Q27: Do we need to make a Turkish will if we live in Turkey all the time or does our English will cover our assets here?
A27: Know the answer, or have any advice? let us know!

Q26: I have heard that if you hold a residence permit you can obtain treatment and consultations at state (devlet) hospitals and clinics the same as citizens (albeit for a considerably cheaper fee), does anybody have any info on this at all.
A26: Know the answer, or have any advice? let us know!

Q19: Has anyone discovered any materials in Bodrum suitable for improving the sound proofing through a shared block partition wall?
A19: Know the answer, or have any advice? let us know!

Q18: Does anyone know of someone willing to be a 'Leader' for a just-for-fun line dancing group?
A18: Know the answer, or have any advice? let us know!

Q15: Does anyone have seeds or cuttings of Chilean Jasmine (Mandevilla laxa) or M. splendens 'Alice du Pont' that they want to get rid of, or know where I can get some?
A15: Know the answer, or have any advice? let us know!

Q13: Has anyone found a way to get from Izmir airport to the bus station (and vice versa) without using a taxi?
A13: Know the answer, or have any advice? let us know!

Old Questions:

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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Here we list businesses which offer Bodrum Bulletin readers a discount.

• Car Rental/Airport Transfers:
  • Bodrum Tour (Onelli Tour/Rent-a-car) - up to 15% off (more information...)
• Restaurants & Bars:
  • Morgul Antik Restaurant, Yalıkavak - 10% off (more information...)
  • Teldolap Restaurant, Gümüslük - 10% off (more information...)
  • La Pasión, Bodrum - 10% off (more information...)
  • Our Secret Garden, Yalıkavak - 10% off (more information...)
• Other:
  • Bozdağ Ski Centre, Izmir - 10% off (more information...)
  • Teldolap Apartments, Gümüslük - 10% off (more information...)

If you would like to list any kind of business here, it's free - all we ask is that a discount is offered to our readers, contact us now!

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New crosswords:

• Days, Months, and Seasons

Archived crosswords:

• Adjectives
• Around the House
• Meat & Seafood
  
• Transport
• Colours
  
• Numbers - 1 to 20
  
• Animals
• Fruit & Vegetables

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Finance
GBP-TL Exchange Rate

30-Day Internet banking Interest Rates

Corrections or other rates? let us know!

Understanding Interest Rate Accounts in Turkey - Click here for a quick overview of e-Deposit accounts and how they work.

Miscellaneous

Cheap calls from your Turkish TTNet Land-Line - Save 30% over your standard TTNet Phone bill, by simply entering 1045 before your (national, mobile, or international) number - e.g. 1045 0512 345 67 89, or 1045 0044 1234 567 890. Note billing will be done automatically by Turk Telecom and itemised separately on your normal bill. For further information on this, and prices, visit the website at: http://www.1045.com.tr (Click ENGLISH in the top right for an English version).

Migros Online Shopping - Note, if you have tried this and have given up because it asks for your TC number, simply just make up a number to put in there! (tip courtesy of Cliff, who contacted Migros support) more information...

Translated TEDAŞ (Electric) Bill - View it HERE (courtesy of Fethiye-Times.org)

Translated Traffic Accident Form - View it HERE.

Vehicle Tax - 2009 Vehicle Tax Calculator.

Car Prices - Check HERE for a links to manufacturers' current price lists.

Important Phone Numbers

Found something you want to tell others about, or do you want to pass on some important information to others? Let us know now!

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