7- VOLTAGE: 220V, 50Hz; the European round two-prong plug is used.

8- WATER: The tap water is chlorinated but it is recommended to drink bottled water.

9- MONEY:

Currency(TL): Turkish Lira (on 1 January 2005, the old Turkish lira (TRL) was converted to new Turkish lira (TRY) at a rate of 1,000,000 old to 1 new Turkish lira; on 1 January 2009, the Turkish government dropped the word "new" and the currency is now called simply the Turkish Lira)

Currency converter: www.xe.com/ucc/

Bank Notes – Turkish Lira: 5, 10, 50, 100, 200, 500, 1.000

To obtain a better rate than that offered by home country exchange services it is best to change currency (cash/travellers cheques) into Turkish liras upon arrival in
Turkey.

Due to currency fluctuations, change only enough hard currency to Turkish liras to last you for the immediate future. Currency exchange desks and ATMs are located at air, road and sea entry points.

Cash: U.S. dollars are widely used and an easy currency to change. They are often accepted as payment without being changed. Other currencies can also be changed to Turkish liras, but it is generally recommended to carry U.S. dollars. You willusually need to show your passport when changing cash. The currency exchange bureaus generally do not charge a commission for changing currency to Turkish liras.

Credit cards: Major credit cards such as Visa and MasterCard are accepted in many shops, hotels and restaurants; it is a good idea to check first. Credit card companies provide the location of ATMs worldwide on their websites. If travelling in remote/rural areas it is advisable to carry some cash as credit card use would not be an option at these locations.

ATMS: Allthe large Turkish banks have ATMs. They are a convenient method for obtaining Turkish liras and are located in cities, towns and resort areas. The banks are affiliated to both the Visa/Plus and MasterCard/Cirrus systems so money can be withdrawn using most foreign cards, including most debit cards(the Plus or Cirrus system symbol should be on the back of your credit card).

Debit (cash) card use: this isa quick andeconomical way of obtaining Turkish liras. Use ATMs that have the Plus or Cirrus system logos shown on the machines. N.B. There will be a fee per transaction, taken directly from your home account.

Credit card (cash advance): the maximum cash advance withdrawal is equal to about US$250 per day. N.B. interest on the cash advance (and afee) will be charged from the day the ATM isused until the date the creditcard statement is paid.

Travelers cheques: It is recommended to change travelers cheques at the large banks, notably Iş Bankasi branches. It is sometimes necessary to politely but firmly urge them to do the transaction. You will need to show your passport. Most banks charge a commission for changing cheques. [In some cases there may be charge.] Obtain a receipt. N.B. The currency exchange bureaus may not change travelers cheques.

The large, main post offices situated inmajor cities (Istanbuland Ankara)will ordinarily cash travelers cheques. You will need to show your passport. It is recommended to carry out the transactionbefore 4:00 pm.