Top Ten Travel Tips for North Cyprus
2- Learn some Turkish before you arrive. When visiting North Cyprus it is not necessary for you to know a lot of Turkish but its always good to impress your fellow travellers.
3- Change money at exchange offices as they usually offer a better rate, longer hours and faster service than banks.
4- Car hire is the best way to explore the island. North Cyprus has a wide variety history and beaches to explore. For more information visit our car hire section.
5- If you are happy with the service in your restaurant, taxi, hotel or any other service, a tip
of 10-15% is an appropriate way to show your appreciation.
6- Taxis, as in all countries, ask a rough estimate of the fare before you travel. Ask the driver to use the taxi meter and check your change carefully.
7- Most people including the Turks drink bottled water.
8- On the subject of drinks, Raki is the national drink in North Cyprus. It looks like water but is 45% alcohol. Direct Travellers tip don’t drink Raki like beer.
9- Public telephones have three different systems; phone cards, tokens and credit cards. Phone cards and tokens are sold at Turkish Telecom offices. Tokens are called “jeton” in Turkish.
10- Finally ask us questions! Direct Traveller is here for you, if you are unsure about anything call us and ask us we are more then happy to assist you.