American woman moving to Turkey

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14 years ago

Hi, I am a teacher and was offered a job in Antalya starting in September. I was looking for some information on what life is like for an American woman to live in Antalya. I have heard it's not safe to live there as an American or a woman, so I was looking for opinions of those who already live there. Are there many ex-pat communities and things to do in Antalya?

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stefania_taksim Member

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14 years ago

I don't live in Antalya but I know a lot of people who do.聽 There is quite a big expat community I believe so you won't be alone.聽 If you are so nervous about Turkey why are you coming here?聽 Antalya is a huge tourist resort where every second person is a foreigner in the tourist season!

tifkgjt86 Guest

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14 years ago

I want to go to Antalya, but just want to get more information on the area. It's not that I am nervous, just want to make sure its safe that's all.

stefania_taksim Member

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14 years ago

If it wasn't safe, why would it be such a huge tourist resort?

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jadegl Active member

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14 years ago

HI THERE,

I have been living in Antalya for years and years and I would say it's a very safe place.聽 Like anywhere you avoid dark alleyways late at night but that's only commonsense.
I'm also a teacher!聽 I worked here at private schools for many many years.
There's lots to do here and a huge expat community so there's always plenty on here.
When you get here you can contact me if you want and I'll show you around a bit.聽

(Moderated: Off topic. No free ads in the forum please)

Bet wishes,
jade

There are a few expat websites here too where you can meet people and lots of concerts, ballet, music festivals and it's a great place to live

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tifkgjt86 Guest

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14 years ago

Jade thank you so much for the information! I just wanted an insiders opinion of the area and as someone who has lived there and no just toured. And it's nice to know you are a teacher as well :)It sounds and looks like a beautiful place!

olufunmi Active member

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14 years ago

Am from Africa . i live and work in Antalya though am married. i must tell u its a good place to live. u are welcome.

tifkgjt86 Guest

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14 years ago

Hi i live in Manavgat which is a region within Antalya, im 24 years old and have found it very safe living here!! You will settle in nicely im sure, i think it will be easier for you to find friends in the antalya region aswell as there are many people for you to meet! If you ever want to talk then just message me

jadegl Active member

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14 years ago

hi there,
thanks for the message.聽 Could you tell me which school has made you an offer.聽 I know a lot of the schools here and can tell you which ones are good and which ones are not!!!聽 I'm a teacher myself and have worked all over the place here in Antalya.

Have a nice weekend,
Jade

tifkgjt86 Guest

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14 years ago

#10

Hi Jade,
so I work for an American company called Nacel. They have programs all over the world and are just starting a partnership with a school in Turkey. I do not know the name yet. However, Nacel is a very good company and usually only does business with great schools. If I find out the name I will let you know. It's so nice to know that you are willing to help. I greatly appreciate it. I love being a teacher and hope to continue in Turkey!

Mrs.Tav New member

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14 years ago

#11

Heyyy,

Antalya is pretty safe, try not to worry about it. I am an American as well, and I moved here in December. I was pretty skeptical at first also, because of not knowing the area or the culture to much, but I love it here. Are you moving here long term, or just for a few months? If you have any questions you can always message me, my husband is a turk, so maybe he can also answer some of your questions as well.

tifkgjt86 Guest

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14 years ago

#12

Mrs. Tav, thanks for your response. It makes me feel better knowing so many ex-pats are living in Antalya and so many women! I dont have any specific questions just yet. I guess just are there many things to do at night and on the weekends?

jadegl Active member

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14 years ago

#13

Good morning from Antalya,

thanks for the message.聽 I hope that you will be sent to a great school here - and pse let me know which one when you know more.

Antalya is a great place and I'm sure you will love it here if you can adapt to the Turkish culture.

Have a great day,
Jade

richardbozkurt Active member

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14 years ago

#14

HI

There is nothing you should be worry about Antalya ,this is the city with full of tourists from all around world specially summer time moreover there are many foreigners are permanent residence here also

Antalya is inter-nation city and number 2 attraction after istanbul聽 for tourists ,safe and secure
every summer i visit antalya for sun ,sea and sand quite nice city

i had live different states of united state but mostly聽 San Francisco CA .i can say it is as safe as CA even maybe safer

about climate ,it is sunny and worm all the time of year ,the sea is nice

this year again i will be in Antalya between聽 1th-15th june聽聽

take care

Tigerman Member

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13 years ago

#15

Hi there,

Well not sure where you obtained the info that it is not safe for an American woman to live in Antalya. I would say that in general you would not have a problem. However, being on your own? you need to be careful when going out as Turkish men can charm the birds out of the trees. I was once told by a very good Turkish friend, Never Trust a Turk.I was shocked by this statement, which unfortunately a few years ago I forgot. As for what there is to do I would say plenty. Antalya is the 5th biggest city in Turkey and has all the amenities one would expect to find in any major city.

Rafid80 Contributor

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13 years ago

#16

Good luck xx

stoneworld Member

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13 years ago

#17

welcome to Antalya nothing to worry please come down to share...

cihan-yaz Member

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13 years ago

#18

Did you make it to Antalya ?, If so what do you think ?
I am considering looking into moving there
cihan

renasoo Active member

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13 years ago

#19

hey... c mon.. pervet person living in the everywhere on the earth. and dont worry about safe.. just need more care than usa or other countries. and you will never walk alone after 24:00..
istanbul more dangerous than antalya. antalya safe place for expats.

mristanbul Active member

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13 years ago

#20

Americans that can point out a country on map don't worry:) . Many Americans or even Europeans think turkey is part Saudi Arabia . I have seen several so.

kteach008 Member

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13 years ago

#21

I was wondering if you took the job and how it was for you?聽 I am looking to teach for Nacel at Final schools in Turkey (Samsun and Adana are the choices).聽 What was your school like?聽 Any problems?聽 Any information would be helpful.聽 Thank you in advance!

Erenapostrof New member

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12 years ago

#22

Hi everyone,

I will be moving to Turkey and I would really appreciate if you could please advice me on which is the best city to live and work in between Ankara and Antalya, as a teacher, customer care Specialist and Masseuse.

If possible mention the specific towns.

Thanking you in advance.

johnreeves Member

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12 years ago

#23

I think Antalya is best聽 John

jadegl Active member

34POSTS

12 years ago

#24

hi there,

I wrote to you a couple of times before explaining why I also think that Antalya is the best place.
Maybe see you here!!!!

Jade

Erenapostrof New member

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12 years ago

#25

Hi Jade,

Thanks a lot for your reply, it is so helpful.

Actually,聽 Yesterday was my first time to write on this forum because that is when I joined.

Do you mind telling me which town in Antalya or any will do?

I will see you when I get there.

Thanks again.

Erenapostrof New member

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12 years ago

#26

Hi John,

Thanks a lot for your response.

I should be coming to Antalya, it seems such a nice place to be.

johnreeves Member

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12 years ago

#27

Dear ? Thank you for your reply. Antlaya is a big city I have a new apartment outside of the city near the beach, depends what will suit you. John

Erenapostrof New member

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12 years ago

#28

Thanks a Heap John,

I want to live in a town where it is easy for me to get a teaching job or work as a Massage Therapist because I am going to be there for a looong time.

What's the name of the town that you live in?

tifkgjt86 Guest

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12 years ago

#29

Welcome to Turkey:)

Erenapostrof New member

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12 years ago

#30

Thanks Milsami

mehmet onayl? Member

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12 years ago

#31

hello ,
my name is mehmet onayli I am a stuff manager in a hotel in Manavgat and I live in Manavgat- K谋z谋lot , I look for a homemate to share the flat expences like rent price , if you wantt o see and get idea about the living conditions and quality of my flat please send me a e-mail. thank you for your kindly interest for now. good luck.

tifkgjt86 Guest

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12 years ago

#32

Antalya 艧s one of the most beautiful places to live, and not only in Turkey, but also in the whole world.

When you go to Antalya, you won't want to go back to your country any more. When you leave Antalya, you will miss there so much,
it is an indispensable and unforgettable place.

Erenapostrof New member

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12 years ago

#33

@piu_blu

This is very good information for me because I was torn between moving to Antalya or Ankara.

Thanks again.

isaacusa Member

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12 years ago

#34

Hi there, I just joined this website and I saw your post. We are also American and plan on moving to Antalya soon. We were wondering if you share info about the safe/good area to live in.
thx for the info - Isaac

mehmet onayl? Member

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12 years ago

#35

[Moderated: pls post in Housing in Antalya]

askideniz Member

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12 years ago

#36

Antalya is the best place to leave.I am working in 陌stanbul but every friday I want to back to Antalya.You can find everything you want in Antalya and a very very good weather

austinprince001 Member

1POSTS

12 years ago

#37

Hello good evening,am a nigerian and I will like to come and work in turkey,I will like to know if turkey is a good place for nigerians to come and I will like to know if they pay good salaries...thanks

Flaming Spaz Member

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12 years ago

#38

Good luck for that... Big decision for u... U should try manavgat for sure... U will love it...

schoki Member

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12 years ago

#39

antalya is very nice city and it is safe enough

aidalize_me Active member

51POSTS

12 years ago

#40

The only problem I had in Antalya is that men thought I was Russian, which is exactly the kind of attention you don't want, if you catch my drift. Be careful and make sure its clear your not one!

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