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Shangri-La's Second European Hotel Opens in Istanbul
With 186 rooms, six stories and an inviting neo-classical façade, Shagri-La's new luxury hotel in Istanbul is an exciting restoration of a former tobacco warehouse complete with all the amenities from a club sauna to Jacuzzi steam rooms. The hotel has a dominating view over Istanbul's unique, historical architecture and is located near the heart of the city.
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Istanbul Revitalizes Metro Line
Istanbul's already impressive metropolitan transit system is due for an upgrade as the Metropolitan Municipality Rail System's Directorate opens its doors to bidders for a new set of trains to accompany its newly constructed line. The new 17 station subway line will stretch from Üsküdar to Marmary, serving as the Asian portion of the city's second major railway.
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Istanbul Hosts International Jazz Day
Jazz is an everlasting sensation that has to this day taken the world by storm, and Istanbul has been more than happy to embrace the culture and art that flows from the movement with their own International Jazz day. Only part of the longstanding cultural harmony Turkey has exhibited with the Jazz movement, the event is scheduled to host it's 20th anniversary come this July.
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Luxurious Tourism Abound in Turkey
Though Turkey might not be what comes to mind when you hear the term luxury tourism, but that's exactly what the country, especially Istanbul, has to offer. From impeccable hotels to memorable things to do and see, Turkey really is a world-class vacation destination.
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Spending a Great Few Days in Istanbul
This guide tells you how to have a truly magnificent handful of days in Istanbul, which honestly sounds like a killer vacation. Though a vacation in Istanbul is pretty much guaranteed to be amazing, this could be the most efficient guide I've seen, especially if your time there really is limited.
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Istanbul's World-Class Dining Options
Being a world-class vacation and business destination linking the eastern and western worlds with each other, Istanbul has some of the best dining options around and covers anything you could ever want in a meal.
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Istanbul's Cast-Iron Church
As the only remaining fully cast-iron church in the world, Istanbul's Bulgarian St. Stephen Church offers historians and those interested in religion an incredibly unique place to stop while on vacation.
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Istanbul Exhibit to Show Off Ancient Texts
It seems odd to me that the Vatican owns one of the copies of this text which should so obviously be a national treasure for Turkey. However, to view these texts, Turkish citizens have to wait until they're made available by the Vatican and then make the time to visit Istanbul while it's on display.
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Istanbul Apartment Complex Fights Heat, Energy Waste
Not only does the wooden-slotted and staggered design of this Istanbul apartment complex make it look aesthetically awesome, but they keep the complex cool without the need for wasteful air conditioning units.
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What to expect in 2013 for Istanbul property
Property Laws are always a bit confusing as this is they way they where intentionally made. Luckily Istanbul has many places dedicated to help decipher theses text. They will help uncover the ruth behind property taxes and there rule per request.
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Istanbul pushes for youth Olympics
Istanbul's economy has spiked and they are using this to their advantage. They are using this to persuade Olympic officials to give them the honor of hosting the 2020 youth Olympics. Istanbul is biding against Madrid and Tokyo. Keep in mind that this is one of the worlds largest events.
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Istanbul Film Festival Calls For New Award
After several years of redundancy, the Istanbul film festival is finally ready to introduce a new award or at least they finally want to. This event has been a trampoline for Turkish films as this is where they come to get worldwide recognition.
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Gangnam Style Conquers Istanbul
Istanbul got a taste of its like to party in South Korea with Psy. On February 21 Psy had a short 15 minute concert which was highly anticipated because of his hit single "Gangnam Style". The concert was part of a festival which is held annually.
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Shake Shack coming to Istanbul
Shake Shack is begging to make a name for it self around the world as they are now going to open a new venue in Istanbul, Turkey. The company seems to be aiming towards total control of the burger industry on a global scale. With every day that passes the company is closer to their goal.
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Sarai Sierra was an exceptional upcoming artist
The Late Sarai Sierra was a mother who had recently found her calling in photography. She was a growing artist who had a potential future in the photography industry. She took a solo trip to Istanbul but, sadly, never returned home.
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Senijder Heading to Istanbul
Holland soccer star Wesley Senijder will be coming to Istanbul to play for Galatasaray. Sneijder officially signed the transfer papers on January 21, 2013. After several weeks of deliberation, he finally decided to make the move and he considers it to be the best one for his career.
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Istanbul Listed As a Top 10 Destination
Last week the Turkish city of Istanbul placed their bid for the 2020 Olympics and Paralympics. Coincidentally after they placed their bid, the New York Times Placed Istanbul as one of the top 10 Destinations for the year 2013. This can only help the Turks with their bid which will be decided later this fall.
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Istanbul Party Scene Ignited by Alcohol
Remember that one epic party you went to? Well its time for you to relive it with F.Vodka. The brand had an absolutely amazing launch party in Istanbul, Turkey, and was definitely one to remember as it has been for many other partygoers who have already enjoyed F.Vodka around the world.
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Istanbul Gallery Hopping
Most weather conditions around the world during this season are not ideal to be traveling in, but Istanbul has an offer you just might not be able to refuse. If you love art, then youre already half way there. Gallery hopping is great this time of year as many museums and art spaces have just opened spectacular new exhibitions.
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