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Turkish °µÍø½ûÇø in the USA
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Turkish
Lives in Dallas
Speaks English, Turkish, French
Registration: 18 August 2013
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Contemplating moving to Antalya from USA by specialized
Hi Everyone, I've been living most of my life in US but now that I've reached 50 and recently single again, I've been thinking more and more about semi-retiring to Turkey where I was born. Antalya region where I've spent many summer vacations ...

Flaming Spaz, a comment like that is not helpful. We're here to learn from the experiences of those who've already been down this path. Everyone's situation is different. Give us the facts and we'll decide on our own whether it's a good decision or ... Read More


Contemplating moving to Antalya from USA by specialized
Hi Everyone, I've been living most of my life in US but now that I've reached 50 and recently single again, I've been thinking more and more about semi-retiring to Turkey where I was born. Antalya region where I've spent many summer vacations ...

Hi Barbrey, Izmir and Antalya are two very different cities. Cost of living in Izmir would be higher but not as high as Istanbul. I personally prefer Antalya but my experience is limited to short vacations in both locales. From some of the ... Read More


Contemplating moving to Antalya from USA by specialized
Hi Everyone, I've been living most of my life in US but now that I've reached 50 and recently single again, I've been thinking more and more about semi-retiring to Turkey where I was born. Antalya region where I've spent many summer vacations ...

I'm going to stir the pot a bit now. As an °µÍø½ûÇø living in Antalya, what's one thing you would like to see changed the most? Read More


Contemplating moving to Antalya from USA by specialized
Hi Everyone, I've been living most of my life in US but now that I've reached 50 and recently single again, I've been thinking more and more about semi-retiring to Turkey where I was born. Antalya region where I've spent many summer vacations ...

Great. Thanks Agupta. I currently live in Dallas, TX. I'll send you an email. Read More


Contemplating moving to Antalya from USA by specialized
Hi Everyone, I've been living most of my life in US but now that I've reached 50 and recently single again, I've been thinking more and more about semi-retiring to Turkey where I was born. Antalya region where I've spent many summer vacations ...

I'd like to know that too. I'm planning on spending some time in Antalya in November. I'd like to meet some of the °µÍø½ûÇøs while I'm there. Read More


Contemplating moving to Antalya from USA by specialized
Hi Everyone, I've been living most of my life in US but now that I've reached 50 and recently single again, I've been thinking more and more about semi-retiring to Turkey where I was born. Antalya region where I've spent many summer vacations ...

Thanks Jade. I sent you a PM. Read More


Contemplating moving to Antalya from USA by specialized
Hi Everyone, I've been living most of my life in US but now that I've reached 50 and recently single again, I've been thinking more and more about semi-retiring to Turkey where I was born. Antalya region where I've spent many summer vacations ...

260TL a month is very reasonable indeed. If I do move, I'd start out by renting a furnished apartment first. I'll take a look at your web site. Thanks for the email and offer to help. Read More


Contemplating moving to Antalya from USA by specialized
Hi Everyone, I've been living most of my life in US but now that I've reached 50 and recently single again, I've been thinking more and more about semi-retiring to Turkey where I was born. Antalya region where I've spent many summer vacations ...

Unfortunately, thanks to the current health insurance system in USA which is company sponsored once I leave my job I'll also lose my health insurance coverage and will have to purchase private insurance. Read More


Contemplating moving to Antalya from USA by specialized
Hi Everyone, I've been living most of my life in US but now that I've reached 50 and recently single again, I've been thinking more and more about semi-retiring to Turkey where I was born. Antalya region where I've spent many summer vacations ...

Another question that I forgot to ask in my original post was about health care costs. I've read several posts on purchasing private health insurance versus pay-as-you-go. I've never worked in Turkey so public health insurance is not an option. ... Read More


Contemplating moving to Antalya from USA by specialized
Hi Everyone, I've been living most of my life in US but now that I've reached 50 and recently single again, I've been thinking more and more about semi-retiring to Turkey where I was born. Antalya region where I've spent many summer vacations ...

Hi Jade. That sounds great. Are °µÍø½ûÇø clubs active year round? I suspect not everyone spends winters in Antalya but I might be wrong. Read More


Contemplating moving to Antalya from USA by specialized
Hi Everyone, I've been living most of my life in US but now that I've reached 50 and recently single again, I've been thinking more and more about semi-retiring to Turkey where I was born. Antalya region where I've spent many summer vacations ...

Hi Jade, Thank you so much for the feedback. It's very helpful. I'm happy to hear about the active °µÍø½ûÇø clubs there. What kind of activities are they engaged in if you don't mind me asking? My biggest fear is being bored out of my mind shortly ... Read More


Contemplating moving to Antalya from USA by specialized
Hi Everyone, I've been living most of my life in US but now that I've reached 50 and recently single again, I've been thinking more and more about semi-retiring to Turkey where I was born. Antalya region where I've spent many summer vacations ...

Thanks for your kind offer Boletqabarday. I'll be in touch. Read More


Contemplating moving to Antalya from USA by specialized
Hi Everyone, I've been living most of my life in US but now that I've reached 50 and recently single again, I've been thinking more and more about semi-retiring to Turkey where I was born. Antalya region where I've spent many summer vacations ...

Thanks Stumpy. Numbeo is helpful for getting a general idea on cost of living but I'd also like to hear from people on the ground. Read More

Contemplating moving to Antalya from USA
Hi Everyone, I've been living most of my life in US but now that I've reached 50 and recently single again, I've been thinking more and more about semi-retiring to Turkey where I was born. Antalya region where I've spent many summer vacations ... Read More