More Brits are jetting off for holidays abroad as spring rolls into summer with many heading abroad for the first time since covid restrictions were lifted. Turkey has become an increasingly popular destination, with six direct flights per week to the country from Liverpool John Lennon Airport during the summer months.
British nationals made over 2.5 million visits to Turkey in 2019 and most visits are trouble-free the foreign commonwealth office (FCO) has said. However the FCO warned it is important for tourists visiting Turkey to take note of any local laws as the consequences could lead to arrests and other offences.
Turkey has strict local laws including the ban on smoking in public places and some outdoor areas where cultural, artistic, sports or entertainment activities are being held. You must also ask for permission before photographing people and you should dress modestly when visiting a mosque or religious shrine.
