# Economic impact on Turkish travel and diaspora spending

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/economic-impact-on-turkish-travel-and-diaspora-spending
> Updated: 2026-08-15T14:20:00.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2.

Economic constraints and rising living costs are significantly impacting travel and spending patterns in Turkey. A June 2026 survey indicated that 45.9% of Turkish adults want to travel but cannot afford it, with only 30.3% planning a summer holiday. This financial barrier is particularly evident among women, older populations, and those with lower education levels.

By August 2026, these economic pressures extended to the Turkish diaspora in Europe. Rising inflation and high travel costs have led to a decline in expatriates visiting traditional regions such as Emirdağ, Eskişehir, and Sivas. Younger generations of the diaspora are increasingly choosing more affordable destinations like Spain, Albania, Italy, Greece, and the Czech Republic over Turkey. Local tradesmen in areas like Sivas have reported decreased revenue as visiting expatriates spend less time in the country or shift their focus toward coastal resorts.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-15: Turkish diaspora spending declines due to rising costs

High inflation and rising costs are reducing the spending and travel frequency of the Turkish diaspora, with many choosing more affordable European destinations over Turkey.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/turkish-diaspora-spending-declines-due-to-rising-costs

### 2026-07-20: Turkey Survey Finds Nearly Half of Population Can’t Afford a Vacation

A June 2026 Areda Survey of 2,400 Turks shows 45.9% want a holiday but lack money, with women, seniors and low‑educated groups most affected.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/turkey-survey-finds-nearly-half-of-population-cant-afford-a-vacation

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