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Getting Around
Transport cards, buses, ferries, taxis, airports — however your city moves, the answers are simple.
5 Nov 2026· by Nate
Driving in Türkiye: A Practical Guide for Expats and Foreign Residents
Planning to drive in Türkiye? Understand foreign driving licenses, car rental, vehicle ownership, insurance, foreign-plated cars, HGS tolls and traffic rules.
Links official sources Last reviewed 5 November 2026
28 Aug 2026· by Nate
İzmirim Kart: The Only Ticket That Matters
One contactless card covers İzmir's metro, tram, İZBAN commuter rail, ferries, ESHOT buses and the Balçova cable car — plus a 90-minute free transfer window that most newcomers never realize they are entitled to.
Links official sources Last reviewed 23 October 2026