Top tourist destinations from Turkiye and souvenirs to bring home from the trip

Turkiye is a major hub for travelers around the globe, being a connecting point between the western and eastern worlds, and, quite literally, a place where Europe and Asia meet.

Turkish citizens have a unique opportunity to fly to every part of the world from the two modern and very huge airports in the capital city and dozens of international airports in other cities as well. According to recent data, the most popular travel destinations from Turkiye are:

• Greece

• Romania

• Saudi Arabia

• Georgia

• Iran

We looked into what exactly tourists do in these countries and what goods are an absolute must to get once you’re there. So if you’re planning a trip to one of these 5 countries in 2025, definitely read this guide for ideas on what to buy there!

Demitasse Cup Sets from Athens

Wherever you go in Athens, you'll see how locals just let the world go by, while they drink their coffee in peace in outdoor cafes. These little cups are part of this culture, and almost a ritual that would be nice to perform when you’re already back home and to your normal routine. And what’s great as well is that they come in so many designs, you can be sure you’ll find the perfect set as a gift for anyone in your life. As for where exactly to find these cups, we don’t recommend overpriced tourist stores, but suggest you go up Athinas Street from Monastiraki Square and check out the side streets – plenty of choice there!

Interestingly, one of our recent delivery cases we told about in our blog, is about a traveler from Greece!

Nasal Cheese from Romania

This delicacy originated in Transylvania, and is now one of the world’s most appreciated cheeses. Legend has it, the cheese was invented by accident – by hiding stolen cheese in a cold and humid cave. Nowadays to make Nasal, people don’t have to go to such lengths, though the manufacturers are very keen on preserving as much of the old ways as possible. You can find this cheese at any grocery store – that’s another great thing about it!

FYI, Romania is one of the most popular traveling destinations for European travelers as well!

Breaking news: This rat was normal up until it tried the famous Transylvanian cheese!

Camel Milk Soap from Saudi Arabia

Sounds very exotic, but only to the western ear. Soaps made of camel milk have for centuries been used to cure skin diseases in this region. Now it’s a whole industry, so if you want to buy a set of scented ones or even an array of shower products containing the milk, visit the closest market. And don’t forget to create a trip and ask our Parlaxy community if they need a piece of soap as well! Make back what you have spent!

A bottle of wine from Georgia

Georgia is yet another country with a strong wine game. Wherever you go, be it a local supermarket or a fancy restaurant, you will be presented with an array of wines. The climate is especially great for reds, so grab a bottle of Saperavi on your way home. Do not forget to check the rules on how much alcohol you can bring into Turkiye!

Georgia

Saffron from Iran

Iran produces 94% of “red gold” – that’s how saffron is known because of its qualities and rarity. The best quality comes from the Khorasan region of the country, but saffron from there is the most expensive one as well. Buying a few strands of this spice won’t cost much either way, so bring this staple taste of Iranian cuisine with you! Or buy a lot of it, but then you know what to do: earn back what you’ve spent by delivering something for a Parlaxy buyer!

How buying saffron feels like

These tips should be useful not only for people traveling from Turkiye. All of the mentioned countries have rich culture, picturesque scenery and amazing people. So while planning your trips for 2025, consider these places, no matter where you are in the world!

Traveling is one of the greatest privileges of life, and being able to go places freely and quickly should not be taken for granted! If you don’t need to make the money back, still – create a trip or look through the orders on our website. Maybe you can give back to the universe by helping someone out for free or a small fee.