ESI | Erasmus Social İstanbul

  🌙 Getting Around Istanbul at Night: Night Metro, 24-Hour Buses & Night Ferry Services Whether you’re coming back from a late dinner in Karaköy, a concert in Kadıköy, or a night out in Beşiktaş, Istanbul has reliable and scenic night transportation options to get you home safely. This guide covers the latest updates (2025) on Istanbul’s: 🚇 Night Metro 🚌 24-Hour Bus & Metrobus Services ⛴️ Kadıköy – Karaköy – Beşiktaş Night Ferry ⛴️ Night Ferry: Kadıköy – Karaköy – Beşiktaş (Weekend Nights Only) Looking for a peaceful and beautiful way to cross the Bosphorus at night? City Lines (Şehir Hatları) runs a night ferry service between Kadıköy, Karaköy, and Beşiktaş on weekend nights — specifically: 🗓️ From Friday night to Saturday morning 🗓️ From Saturday night to Sunday morning The ferry provides cross-continental transport with great views and minimal traffic. 🚢 Eastbound: Kadıköy → Karaköy → Beşiktaş Direction: Asian Side to European Side De...

🤝 Paid Sponsorship Opportunities with Erasmus Social Istanbul At Erasmus Social Istanbul (ESI) , we believe that sponsorship is more than just visibility — it’s about building real partnerships that create lasting impact. Our mission is to connect international students, young people, and brands in ways that are authentic, fun, and valuable for everyone involved. Every week, ESI brings together hundreds of Erasmus and exchange students through unforgettable events: cultural experiences, sports activities, and legendary parties that make Istanbul feel like home. These gatherings are the heart of our vibrant community, and they also provide a unique opportunity for sponsors to connect directly with a highly engaged audience. We see our sponsors as partners, not just supporters. That’s why we work closely to design collaborations that maximize both brand value and community impact . 📌 Meet the Visionary Admins Behind ESI: 👉 ESI Admins – The Visionaries Behind Erasmus Social Istanbul ...

  📱 Guide to SIM Cards in Turkey (2026) If you’re planning to visit or stay in Turkey, one of the first things you’ll need is a SIM card. Mobile internet and calls are affordable compared to Europe and coverage is strong across the country. However, not all operators are the same. Here’s a breakdown of what you should know before buying a Turkish SIM card in 2026. Faturasız = Prepaid Faturalı = Postpaid Hat = Line Latest reported new SIM fees (🇹🇷 domestic, without packages): Turkcell: ~850 – 1,050 TL for new SIM (eSIM transition ~150 TL extra). Türk Telekom: ~700 – 900 TL (sometimes free eSIM with certain plans). Vodafone: ~750 – 950 TL. BimCELL: 1030 TL PTTCell: 800 TL 🇹🇷 Major Mobile Operators in Turkey There are three main providers in Turkey, plus one market-based option: Turkcell – The largest operator with the best network coverage and fastest speeds , especially outside big cities. Vodafone Turkey – Present in many countries, with improving ...