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Guides and practical articles from HBS GROUP: weddings, MICE events, corporate tours and travel in Turkey.
The Asian Side of Istanbul: What to See and How to Get There
The Asian side is the same city, but without the dense tourist infrastructure: local markets, authentic cafés and waterfronts where locals themselves stroll.
Read article →Which District to Stay in Istanbul: Sultanahmet, Taksim, Karaköy
The district you choose shapes your whole trip — travel time to the sights and the atmosphere you get. We compare Sultanahmet, Taksim and Karaköy.
Read article →Getting Around Istanbul: İstanbul Kart, Trams and Ferries
İstanbul Kart is a single card for all city transport. Here's where to get it and how to use the trams, metro and ferries.
Read article →Getting from the Airport and Around Istanbul: A Practical Guide
Private transfer, taxi or public transport — we compare the options for getting from the airport to your hotel without extra transfers.
Read article →Bosphorus Wedding Venues: The Best Locations and Seasonality
The best wedding locations along the Bosphorus: European vs Asian side, venue types, seasonality. A guide by HBS GROUP.
Read article →Cappadocia Group Tours from Istanbul: What You Need to Know
How to organize a group trip to Cappadocia from Istanbul: flights, duration, must-see sights and prices. A guide by HBS GROUP.
Read article →How to Choose a Travel Agency in Turkey: What to Look For
How to verify a TÜRSAB license and choose a reliable travel agency in Turkey: criteria and red flags. A guide by HBS GROUP.
Read article →How to Organize a Corporate Sports Tournament in Turkey
A step-by-step plan for organizing a corporate sports tournament in Turkey: formats, venues, budget. A guide by POWER BULLS SPORT.
Read article →DMC Services in Turkey: Why You Need a Destination Management Agent
What a DMC agent is, how it differs from a travel agency, and when you need one for an event in Turkey. A guide by HBS GROUP.
Read article →How to Set Up an Exhibition Stand at an International Trade Show in Turkey
How to organize trade show participation in Turkey: venues, preparation timeline, stand construction types, prices and logistics. A guide by HBS GROUP.
Read article →Individual Turkey Tour for Families with Kids: A 7-Day Itinerary
A ready-made week-long Turkey itinerary for families with kids: Istanbul plus the coast, tips, budget and logistics. A guide by HBS GROUP.
Read article →How to Host a Gala Dinner for Foreign Partners in Istanbul: A Checklist
How to organize a gala dinner in Istanbul for foreign partners: venue, menu, program and budget. A step-by-step checklist by HBS GROUP.
Read article →Incentive Tour to Turkey for Employees: How to Plan It and What to Include
How to organize an incentive tour to Turkey for employees: planning steps, program ideas, destinations and budget. A practical guide by HBS GROUP.
Read article →Istanbul Sightseeing Tours for Corporate Groups: Routes and Prices
Ready-made Istanbul sightseeing routes for corporate groups: historic center, Topkapi Palace, Bosphorus cruise. Prices and logistics by HBS GROUP.
Read article →How Much Does It Cost to Organize a 50-100 Person Conference in Istanbul?
Real pricing for organizing a conference in Istanbul: venue, catering, technical equipment, interpretation and transfers. Budget breakdown for 50 and 100 attendees by HBS GROUP.
Read article →Nikah (Turkish Wedding Ceremony): Traditions and How to Include It in Your Program
What a nikah is, how it differs from official marriage registration, and how to include this tradition in a wedding in Turkey.
Read article →Outdoor Wedding Venue in Istanbul: A Look at the HBS Location
A look at the HBS summer wedding venue in Beykoz: atmosphere, capacity, rental packages and logistics. A guide by HBS GROUP.
Read article →A Getaway to Polonezköy Near Istanbul: What to See and Do for the Weekend
What to see and do in Polonezköy near Istanbul: history, nature, restaurants and where to stay. A guide by HBS GROUP.
Read article →Sports Training Camps in Turkey for Teams: Infrastructure and Prices
Why Turkey is popular for pre-season team training camps: regions, facility infrastructure, prices. A guide by POWER BULLS SPORT.
Read article →Team Building in Istanbul: Ideas and Formats to Bring Your Team Together
Team-building formats in Istanbul: city scavenger hunts, sailing regattas, cooking battles. How to choose a format and budget - a guide by HBS GROUP.
Read article →Top 10 Corporate Event Venues in Istanbul
Istanbul's best venues for conferences, forums and gala dinners: capacity, format, location and tips for booking without overpaying, from HBS GROUP.
Read article →VIP Transfer and Airport Meet-and-Greet in Istanbul: How to Organize It for a Group
How to organize a VIP meet-and-greet and transfer for a group at Istanbul's airport: service levels, vehicle types and prices.
Read article →How Much Does a Turnkey Wedding in Turkey Cost: A Budget Breakdown
A detailed breakdown of a Turkish wedding budget: venue, catering, decor, photography. Prices for 50, 100 and 150+ guests by HBS GROUP.
Read article →Wedding in Istanbul for Foreigners: Documents, Procedure, Timelines
What documents a foreign couple needs for a wedding in Istanbul: legal marriage vs symbolic ceremony, processing timelines.
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