Fly to Istanbul with this Getaways deal. Pay AED 99 for a value voucher worth AED 2750 towards a return ticket, and then settle the balance of AED 1550 when you book through SATA. Choose to fly on 12 August 2013 via Fly Dubai, or on 15 August 2013 via Pegasus Airlines. The Locale Turkey remains a popular destination for tourists from all over the world, so much so that it has been adjudged as Europe’s Leading City Break Destination in 2011 and Europe’s Leading Destination in 2010 by the World Travel Awards. The country has also been nominated in both award categories for 2012. Turkey’s attraction are the many notable sites scattered around the country, as well as its people, a friendly and accommodating lot who reflect the diversity of cultures in the country.   Istanbul is Turkey’s most populous city and is also considered as the country’s centre for culture and finance. Straddling the Bosphorus, one of Turkey’s straits that forms part of the boundary of Asia and Europe, Istanbul is considered the bridge between two continents and manifests unique characteristics seen in Asia and Europe.   Adjudged as one of the three European Capitals of Culture in 2010, Istanbul is replete with a treasure trove of religious and historic attractions. Tourists will be spoilt for choice for interesting buildings and exciting art galleries and museums that are a mustsee during the day. At night, visitors can get a taste of Istanbul’s joie de vivre in hip and hot restaurants, lounges and more. Providing a beautiful contrast are traditional places such as meyhane taverns or laidback çay bahçesi tea gardens.   Deal Attractions During their stay, Groupies can get occupied doing some shopping at Istanbul’s numerous shopping centers, from the historic to the modern. A visit to Grand Bazaar is a mustdo, as it is among the world’s oldest and largest covered markets, having started its operation in 1941.   Also try typical Turkish dishes such as the kebab, or reach further with your palate by sampling seafood at one of the city’s historic seafood restaurants. Lining the Bosphorus are popular and upscale seafood restaurants while, in the Kumpaki neighbourhood along the Sea of Marmara, a pedestrian zone plays host to various fish restaurants. nIn terms of experiences, a Turkish bath hamam and a hooka water pipe tops the list.    More about SATA Sharjah Airport Travel Agency SATA is fully owned by the Department of Civil Aviation, Government of Sharjah and was established in 1984. Started as a small agency to service the passengers travelling through Sharjah International Airport , it became a fully accredited IATA Travel Agency in 2001. SATA’s main office is in the Center of Sharjah city and it has nine branches spread around seven prominent locations in Sharjah – Sharjah International Airport, Rolla Mall, Al Arouba, Al Nahda, SAIF Zone, and Industrial Area and in the Emirate of Ajman and Ras Al Khaimah.