Turks on budget turn to RV camping in times of economic hardships

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Turks on budget turn to RV camping in times of economic hardships

STORY: Turks on budget turn to RV camping in times of economic hardships DATELINE: July 5, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:39 LOCATION: Ankara CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of caravan camping areas 2. various of tourists STORYLINE: Türkiye is a world-renowned tourist destination for travelers, but faced with economic hardships, locals are more and more turning to budget-friendly alternatives such as motorhomes and caravans for holidays. Since the COVID-19 pandemic, interest in caravans and motorhomes has soared in Türkiye. The nation's economic woes amid the cost-of-living crisis and the declining national currency have also pushed Turks for cheaper holiday options. While a decade ago, the number of people interested in caravans was limited. Now demand has risen among a wide range of consumers, mostly from big towns. As a result of this spike in popularity, some automotive companies in major cities such as Istanbul, Ankara and Izmir are offering rental or for-sale converted minibuses for consumers. The man

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