Bareboat Sailing in the Turkish Islands - Useful info
VISA REQUIREMENTS
 It is your responsibility to ensure that you are in possession of a passport valid for at least 6 months at the time of travel.
If you hold a passport from one of the following Countries you will be required to purchase a visa on arrival in Turkey:
Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Ireland, Italy, Netherlands, Norway, Russia, USA, UK.
Nationals from the following Countries do not require an entry visa;
France, Germany, Iceland, New Zealand, Sweden, Switzerland.
If your nationality is not listed you will need to check visa entry requirements with your relevant embassy/Consulate before commencing travel.
Click here for the Turkish Consulate Website
http://www.turkishconsulate.org.uk/en/visa.htm
CURRENCY
'The currency is Turkish Lira, TL.
 Many places will accept Euros, US$ & -sterling, although you should be aware of exchange rates to ensure you are getting value for money.
Visa and MasterCard are accepted widely however if your visiting restaurants in remote bays they will not be able to take payment in this form. We will advise you of what to expect in the area brief. There is plenty of opportunity to exchange money in all the large towns, where you will also find banks and cash machines.
We would not recommend changing currency at the airport as the rate given is very poor. It is not advisable to rely on travellers cheques as they are only accepted in limited places.
Sail in Turkey do not accept travellers cheques for any payments. (Currency calculation)
FOOD
 Most of the restaurants in the bays serve simple traditional Turkish food often cooked in a clay oven. Many will also have fish caught that day and offer a selection of mezes (vegetarian starters).
Turkish breakfast is plates of tomatoes, cucumber, olives, cheeses, fruit, toast and jam/honey. Some restaurants do offer English breakfast and you will find pancakes are another of their specialities.
You can expect to pay around 10 euros per person for breakfast and anything from15 euros for dinner per person excluding drinks. Fish is generally more expensive.
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DRINKS
 Turkey does produce some good wines and there is a wide choice available. You can buy a good bottle at the supermarket for approx 9 euros but will find the same bottle priced at 20 euros in most restaurants.
The local beer is EFES and found everywhere, sometimes on draft. Larger restaurants will have a choice of bottled beers.
The traditional alcoholic drink in Turkey is Raki, an aniseed based drink with a strong alcohol content. The Turkish people drink this with water and ice and never drink without eating at the same time, usually mezes.
Imported drinks are expensive in Turkey due to the tax so it is advisable to buy your favourite drinks Duty Free at the airport. Always ask the price when ordering drinks so that there are no unpleasant shocks at the end of a delicious meal.
For those who prefer something softer a popular drink is tea Cay served in a small glass with/without sugar and without milk. Apple Tea Elma Cay is a refreshing drink that can be served hot or cold.
RESTAURANTS, MARINAS & MOORING FEES
 Whilst most restaurants do not charge you for mooring on their jetties you will find some have a charge to cover community costs. These are usually around 5-7euros per night. As a matter of etiquette restaurant owners will expect you to dine in their restaurant if you are using their jetty.
In the larger marinas such as Netsel Marina-Marmaris, Marti Marina-Orhaniye, Ece Marina-Fethiye you can expect to pay between 40 - 100 euro's per night dependant on the size of your yacht.
Sail in Turkey will pay the mooring fees in Netsel Marina on the first and last night of your charter.
SHOPPING
 The larger towns Marmaris, Fethiye, Bodrum are a shoppers paradise with colourful shops in the bazaar selling souvenirs, jewellery, carpets, T-shirts,... to well known stores.
In the small villages you will find local markets selling fresh produce, spices, vegetables and fruit all grown locally.
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