Turkey's All-Inclusive Hotels May Scale Back Alcohol Options Amid Soaring Costs

Turkish hotels are considering reducing the range of alcohol included in their all-inclusive packages due to rising expenses and high inflation. According to Turkish economic observer Mustafa Recep Erchin, the increasing costs have led to a significant surge in overall hotel expenditures. As the value of foreign currencies in Turkey is not rising as quickly as inflation, tourism prices in dollar terms remain high, making Turkey a relatively expensive destination compared to other countries. While a complete abandonment of the all-inclusive system is not expected, hoteliers are discussing possible adjustments, such as limiting alcohol options, reducing buffet choices, or operating with a smaller staff. The Turkish tourism industry is working on new marketing campaigns to maintain demand, and any changes to the all-inclusive system would need to be carefully considered to avoid deterring foreign tourists, particularly Russians. Currently, the cost of an all-inclusive ten-day trip to Turkey for two people can start at around 120,000 rubles when booked in June, according to the Association of Tour Operators of Russia.