Travel/Seyahat
Flight
Burlington Airport or Boston (Logan)
BTV is the closest major airport to Waitsfield — about 50 minutes away. A cheaper alternative is Logan in Boston but that would require a longer drive at about 3 hours. A rental car is the best bet for getting into town from either airport.
Flight
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Istanbul Airport is located on the European side of the city and offers the easiest access to central areas, popular hotels, and the wedding venue
Travel Note
Best Travel Options When In Istanbul
Public Transportation: Metro & Tram: Fast, efficient, and ideal for reaching major landmarks and central neighborhoods. Ferries: A beautiful way to travel between the European and Asian sides, offering stunning views of the Bosphorus. Bus System: Extensive and affordable, serving nearly every part of the city. Istanbulkart: We highly recommend purchasing an Istanbulkart, a reloadable transportation card that works on all metros, trams, buses, and ferries for seamless travel. You can purchase Istanbulkart at Istanbul Airport and Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (Look for yellow vending machines, kiosks, or HAVAIST offices). Uber also operates in Istanbul, offering rides in licensed taxis through the app. Tip: Public transit can often be faster than cars during peak traffic hours.
Travel Note
Visa Information for U.S. Guests to Turkey
Update: U.S. citizens visiting Türkiye for tourism are no longer required to obtain a visa for stays of up to 90 days.
Travel Note
Visa Information for Turkish Guests traveling to U.S.
Turkish citizens need a visitor visa (B1/B2) to travel to the United States. You can apply through the U.S. Embassy’s official website at ustraveldocs.com/tr . The process includes completing an online application, paying the fee, and scheduling an interview. We recommend starting the process a few months in advance, as appointment times can vary. ABD'ye Seyahat Eden Türk Misafirler İçin Vize Bilgileri: Türk vatandaşlarının Amerika Birleşik Devletleri'ne seyahat edebilmek için ziyaretçi vizesine (B1/B2) ihtiyaçları vardır. Başvurunuzu, ABD Büyükelçiliği'nin resmi web sitesi olan ustraveldocs.com/tr üzerinden yapabilirsiniz. Süreç; çevrimiçi başvuru formunun doldurulmasını, vize ücretinin ödenmesini ve mülakat randevusunun alınmasını kapsamaktadır. Randevu süreleri değişkenlik gösterebileceğinden, süreci birkaç ay önceden başlatmanızı tavsiye ederiz.
