Turkey is arguably one of the safest countries in the world to visit and the crime rate is low when compared to many Western European countries. Interpol ranks Turkey as the safest holiday destination in Europe for travelers.
You are required at all times to carry an official ID with photograph whilst in Turkey. It is a good practice to have a photocopy of your passport, ticket details, travel insurance, hotel address etc. plus a 24-hour emergency contact number and you should allways carry these with you .
During the summer season, and especially in the resort areas, supermarkets, mini-markets and shops are open everyday, often until late night and in many cases all night.
To avoid potential problems, should you be traveling around the countryside be a little �conservative� in your attire. Ladies should wear pants or skirts and when visiting a mosque it is recommended that a scarf is worn on the head, both sexes should avoid wearing shorts out of respect o
Turkey has an abundance of Natural Springs and water sources and the sanitation standards are quite good. As a �general rule� tap water is suitable for bathing and regular tasks such as brushing teeth etc.