Turkey ranks first in Google holiday searches

The ministry said in a statement, "Turkey maintains its top spot among the most popular destinations on Google for the 2025 summer season. Among the countries most searched for by travelers making vacation plans for the summer of 2025, Turkey stands out as a timeless classic. Antalya, Bodrum, Kuşadası and Alanya increase their appeal for both families and individual travelers with their warm beaches, excellent hotels and rich historical texture. Especially all-inclusive packages and still advantageous prices compared to other Mediterranean countries make Türkiye the first choice for tourists from many countries, especially the Balkans."
In addition to sea tourism, Türkiye also stands out in terms of culture and food tourism, it was stated that "Türkiye does not only offer sea, sand and sun. With its cultural richness, historical heritage, unique nature and delicious stops, our country continues to be the favorite of travelers looking for different experiences. In the summer of 2025, when interest in health and adventure tourism increases, Turkey offers a wide range of options from diving to nature walks, historical city tours to local cuisine discoveries. According to Google search data; After Türkiye, popular destinations such as Greece (Lefkada, Paros, Santorini, Crete), Italy (Puglia, Sicily, Sardinia), Egypt (Hurghada, Sharm El Sheikh), Malta (Valletta, Mdina, Gozo), Portugal (Lisbon, Porto, Algarve) and Cyprus (Paphos, Larnaca) are also on the radar of travelers. While these attractive routes of the Mediterranean stand out with beautiful landscapes, cultural experiences and gastronomy, Turkey stands out especially in terms of price advantage, diversity and accessibility." statements were given.
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