  {"id":311112,"date":"2024-03-17T19:44:28","date_gmt":"2024-03-17T18:44:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.discoverwalks.com\/blog\/?post_type=news&#038;p=311112"},"modified":"2024-03-17T19:44:28","modified_gmt":"2024-03-17T18:44:28","slug":"istanbul-gears-up-to-welcome-the-world-in-2024","status":"publish","type":"news","link":"https:\/\/www.discoverwalks.com\/blog\/news\/istanbul-gears-up-to-welcome-the-world-in-2024\/","title":{"rendered":"Istanbul Gears Up to Welcome the World in 2024"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Istanbul is bracing itself for an unprecedented influx of global travellers in 2024. With its rich culture, architectural gems, and a diverse culinary scene, the city is poised to captivate visitors from all corners of the world. In 2023 17 million tourists chose Istanbul as their prime destination.<\/p>\n<p>Authorities and tourism stakeholders have been working tirelessly to enhance infrastructure, bolster hospitality offerings, and curate immersive experiences that showcase Istanbul&#8217;s unique blend of ancient and modern allures. The goal? An ambitious target of welcoming a record-breaking 20 million visitors in 2024.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;Istanbul is a city that effortlessly blends the mystique of its storied past with the dynamism of a thriving modern hub,&#8221; said Firuz Ba\u011fl\u0131kaya, President of the Association of Turkish Travel Agencies (TURSAB). &#8220;In 2024, we are prepared to offer travellers an unparalleled experience that will leave them spellbound and yearning for more.&#8221;<\/p>\n<div style=\"width: 810px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/upload.wikimedia.org\/wikipedia\/commons\/thumb\/d\/d0\/Istanbul_%288274732332%29.jpg\/800px-Istanbul_%288274732332%29.jpg?20150530220459\" alt=\"File:Istanbul (8274732332).jpg\" width=\"800\" height=\"498\"><p class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Istanbul_(8274732332).jpg\">Moyan Brenn from Italy<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/2.0\">CC BY 2.0<\/a>, via Wikimedia Commons<\/p><\/div>\n<p>With a slew of new luxury hotels and boutique stays opening their doors, the city&#8217;s accommodation sector has also undergone a renaissance.&nbsp; From opulent palaces to chic urban retreats, visitors can expect a wide array of options catering to every taste and budget.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;Istanbul&#8217;s cultural calendar is brimming with an eclectic mix of festivals, exhibitions, and performances that promise to delight and inspire. The Istanbul Biennial, a prestigious contemporary art event for 2024 was postponed to January 2025 so plan for it.<\/p>\n<p>For those seeking more intimate explorations guided food tours will lead you into the aromatic streets of the Spice Bazaar or hands-on workshops on traditional crafts like calligraphy and ceramics, 2024 promises to be a year of discovery and connection.<\/p>\n<p>As the world turns its gaze towards Istanbul, rest assured the city is ready to welcome travellers with open arms.&nbsp; On offer an unforgettable experience that blends the best of East and West.<\/p>\n<div id=\"disco-3826272022\" class=\"disco-amazon-box-2024 disco-entity-placement\"><div style=\"width: 100%; border: 2px solid lightgray; padding: 3% 6% 3% 3%; border-radius: 5px;\">\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Planning a trip to Âé¶¹APP ? 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