Istanbul Airport (IST) has achieved an impressive milestone: it is now the most connected airport in the world, with direct flights to 310 international destinations. This vast air network makes it a true global hub, connecting Europe, Asia, Africa and even parts of the Americas quickly and efficiently.

Despite this, IST only ranks 7th in the world ranking for passenger movement. In other words, although it is the absolute leader in connectivity, there are still other airports with a higher volume of travelers, such as Atlanta (USA), Dubai and London-Heathrow.

This difference shows that connectivity is not the same as volume. While airports like Atlanta concentrate domestic flights and local passengers, Istanbul focuses on connecting between continents, serving as a strategic point for international stopovers.

The airport's success is also linked to the growth of Turkish Airlines, one of the companies that flies the most to different countries in the world.

The holy month of Ramadan, with its practices of fasting and worship, cultivates a profound sense of unity among Muslims worldwide.

From London to New Delhi, long spreads of food await those observing the holy month, bringing together thousands of worshippers everyday to break their fast at sunset in mass iftars. Whether individually or alongside their families, everyone is welcomed.

Londra sokaklarından Ramazan kareleri..

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Ramadan shots from the streets of London..

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Ramadan in London is a vibrant and spiritual time for the city's Muslim community. Mosques like the East London Mosque and Regents Park Mosque hold special prayers (Taraweeh) and community iftars. Many restaurants and cafes offer late-night meals to accommodate fasting hours. The city also hosts charity events and food drives to support those in need. With London’s diverse population, Ramadan is marked by a mix of traditions from different cultures, making it a unique and inclusive experience.

London lights up for Ramadan at Piccadilly Circus

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Turkish Airlines (THY) has been named "Best Airline in Europe" for the ninth time by the aviation rating agency Skytrax. This prestigious accolade was awarded during the World Airline Awards ceremony held in London.

In addition to that award, Turkish Airlines also received awards for “World's Best Business Class Catering” and "Best Airline in Southern Europe."

Skytrax CEO Edward Plaisted congratulated Turkish Airlines, stating, "We congratulate Turkish Airlines on being named the Best Airline in Europe, which for the ninth time is a remarkable achievement in such a competitive region, and demonstrates that they are a customer favourite. Turkish Airlines repeated earlier year successes by winning the award for the World’s Best Business Class Catering and the airline and its catering partner Turkish DO&CO should be very proud of this success."

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The No. 1 spot on 2023's most popular cities list might surprise you!

Istanbul welcomed 20.2 million international visitors in 2023, beating the likes of London and Paris in a study carried out by Euromonitor International. From the Grand Bazaar to the Blue Mosque, this magical city has iconic landmarks at every turn - it's no wonder that it was the most visited city last year! 🫶

Have you been lucky enough to visit Istanbul? Let us know what your favourite discovery was!

Have you visited London's Ramadan lights display yet?

The stunning Ramadan lights have turned on in London!