To the best of our knowledge the "90 days in 180 days" tourist visa is still due for introduction for all tourist visits from February 2012. The rules will affect tourists arriving from 63 different countries into Turkey. These new visa rules close the loop-hole allowing back-to-back visa renewal runs for peopel wishing to stay for longer than 90 days in Turkey. The new 90/180 limits bring the tourist visa in line with the basic rules for a Schengen visa. For information about these changes, see our article HERE.

If you're still struggling to comprehend the rules and whether it will affect you, then the following Turkish Visa calculator will help you identify whether your visit to Turkey can be accomplished by using a Tourist Visa, or whether you will need to apply for Turkish Residency.

Simply enter the dates of travel (in a one year period), and our calculator will do the rest!

Q150: Does anyone run a Weight Watchers or similar on the Peninsula?

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It's been a horrible wet day in Bodrum, with rain pretty much all day, and hail at times...

As more rain and storms came in, reader Martin was watching the BodrumBulletin webcam and noticed a 'waterspout'. Upon reviewing the images from the webcam, you can see 3 photos below recording the waterspout moving (North) across the camera.

Thanks to Martin for the great spot.

Grand Yazıcı Boutique Hotel Bodrum offers detox and lifestyle programmes in collaboration with Istanbul Etiler Sculpture Clinic. 

After an initial medical consultation and body analysis, we create a personalized detox and diet programme along with spa treatments and exercise. Smooth Shapes laser cellulite treatment, Redustim pressotherapy and ozone therapy support the detox and slimming process. Breath therapy, relaxation, meditation, yoga and talks about healthy lifestyle/nutrition round up our detox programmes.