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TABLE OF CONTENTS
PROGRAM ON-SITE DIRECTOR ........................................................................ 1
PROGRAM FACULTY ............................................................................................ 1
HOST INSTITUTION ............................................................................................. 2
CLASS LOCATION .................................................................................................. 2
DAILY SCHEDULE.................................................................................................. 3
AEGEAN EXCURSION ............................................................................................ 3
CITIES/LOCATIONS .............................................................................................. 4
PROGRAM HOTELS & CONTACTS .................................................................... 7
TURKISH VISA REQUIREMENTS ...................................................................... 8
GETTING FROM THE AIRPORT TO THE HOTEL .......................................... 8
ON-SITE ORIENTATION ...................................................................................... 8
BOOKS/MATERIALS/FIRST ASSIGNMENTS ................................................. 9
COMPUTERS/INTERNET ACCESS..................................................................... 9
WEATHER ............................................................................................................... 9
DRESS/ATTIRE RECOMMENDATIONS ........................................................ 10
MONEY & SHOPPING ........................................................................................ 11
MEALS ................................................................................................................... 12
TIME DIFFERENCE & KEEPING IN TOUCH ................................................. 13
HEALTH & SAFETY ............................................................................................ 14
STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES .................................................................... 15
PRE-DEPARTURE TO DO LIST ....................................................................... 16
TIPS FOR SHORT-TERM TRAVEL PACKING ............................................... 17
DON’T PANIC! ..................................................................................................... 18
HANDBOOK SOURCES & OTHER USEFUL WEBSITES ............................. 18
TOP 10 “RULES OF THE ROAD” ..................................................................... 19
EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION ...................................................... 20
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Program On-Site Director
The director is Stephen Mazza, the Dean of the KU Law School and a
professor specializing in tax law. He has taught a variety of tax courses and is
the co-author of the leading casebook on tax procedure. You can reach him
with questions at [email protected].
Program Faculty
Feridun Yenisey is a professor of law at Bahcesehir University in
Istanbul, Turkey. He is a frequent visiting professor at law schools within the
United States, including the University of Kansas. He is a leading proponent
of Turkey’s efforts to modernize its criminal law system and has published
widely on the topic. [email protected]
Jessica Gabel is an associate professor of law at the Georgia State College
of Law. She teaches courses on forensic evidence, forensic medicine,
bankruptcy and contracts. Her primary research focuses on fraud and ethics at
the intersection of law and science. Gabel received her J.D. from the
University of Miami School of Law and her B.S. from the University of
Central Florida. [email protected]
Gulsen Gedik is an Assistant Professor at Uludag University School of
Law where she teaches tax law practice. Her specialty includes the Tax
Court's and Constitutional Court's tax decisions. She recently published her
Ph.D. thesis on the topic of Controlled Foreign Corporations.
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Host Institution
Bahçeşehir Üniversitesi
34538 Bahcesehir / Istanbul TURKEY
Ph: +90 212 669 65 23
Fax:+90 212 669 43 98
www.bahcesehir.edu.tr
The Bahçeşehir Üniversitesi (pronounced BACH-eh-sheer) in Istanbul,
Turkey, is a private foundation university, established in 1998. Bahçeşehir has
quickly established itself as a progressive, dynamic educational institution.
The school’s modern facilities are located on the European side of the
Bosphorus coast in the heart of Istanbul.
Class Location
Bahçeşehir Üniversitesi Beşiktaş Kampusü
Osman Paşa Mektebi Sk.No. 4/6 Beşiktaş/Istanbul
For more information on the location of the campus, with links to walking maps,
we recommend you check out these links:
http://www.bahcesehir.edu.tr/ulasim
http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?ie=UTF8&oe=UTF8&msa=0&msid=113434380
769977029390.000488d1bae88c2dc6cbb
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Daily Schedule
Classes will be held in the mornings from 8:30 – 12:45, Monday-Friday, for the
most part.
There will be no class on the Friday before the Aegean excursion weekend.
A complete program schedule will be provided to you upon arrival.
Exams will be held on the final Friday and Saturday of the program at regular
class times. Weekend activities should be planned with this in mind.
Aegean Excursion
The Aegean excursion will occur the second weekend of the program. The
excursion itinerary includes the following:
Friday, June 5
8:00am pick up from hotel, drive to Gallipoli, cross the Dardanelles
Strait by car ferry, visit ancient Troy, have dinner and spend the night in
Assos.
Overnight at Eden Gardens Hotel; www.assosedengardens.com
Saturday, June 6
Drive to Bergama; visit the Acropolis, the Temple of Trajan, and the
Library. Have lunch at a local restaurant, and then visit the Asklepion.
Have dinner and spend the night in Izmir.
Overnight at Izmir Anemon Hotel; www.anemonhotels.com
Sunday, June 7
Drive to Ephesus; visit the House of the Virgin Mary, Ephesus, the
Archaeological Museum, and the Temple of Diana. Transfer to Izmir
Airport for evening flight back to Istanbul.
A tour guide will accompany the group throughout the excursion and provide
translation and guidance through the sites. Program includes breakfasts, 2
lunches and 2 dinners. Only the lunch on Friday is not included.
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Cities/Locations
Turkey is located in the southeastern corner of Europe and on the Midwestern
border of Asia. The European and Asian portions of Turkey are divided by the
Istanbul Bogazi (The Bosphorus), the Sea of Marmara, and the Canakkale
Bogazi (Dardanelle). Turkey's land mass is 814,578 sq km and is surrounded
intermittently by water and land. Neighboring countries include Syria, Iraq,
Iran, Armenia, Georgia, Bulgaria and Greece. Turkey is divided to 7 regions
and 81 cities.
Anatolia is the high plateau region that rises progressively toward the East,
broken up by the valleys of several rivers, including the Dicle (Tigris) and the
Firat (Euphrates). There are many lakes and some, such as Lake Van, are as
large as inland seas. In the North, the eastern Black Sea Mountain chain runs
parallel to the Black Sea; in the South, the Taurus Mountains sweep down to
the narrow, fertile plain along the coast.
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Istanbul Due to its geographic location, Istanbul has been a settlement area from early
ages in human history onwards. And besides connecting the two continents,
Europe and Asia, Istanbul has been a center where various cultures and
religions have existed side by side.
The first settlements in Istanbul were observed in prehistoric periods and
subsequent settlements began in the colonial period. Foundations of modern
Istanbul were laid during recent periods of the Roman Empire. The periods of
Byzantine and Ottoman rule are the most significant in the history of Istanbul.
In both of these periods, Istanbul preserved its features of being a political and
cultural capital and became the religious center of both Christianity and Islam.
Many great monuments throughout the city attest to these two religions.
Although Ankara was elected to be the new political capital, Istanbul remains
the cultural center of Turkey.
Assos Part of the Aegean Excursion
Assos is an ancient Aeolian city clinging to a rocky hillside above the
charming and fairly sensitively developed fishing village of Behramkale in the
Aegean region. It is a splendid retreat from the hustle and bustle of many
nearby 'must-see' sites and resorts. Students will travel here as part of the
Aegean excursion.
Only really finding its place on the tourist map at the end of the 1980s, the
village has a relaxed air to it. Although you may be offered olive oil, soap
and, of course, carpets, there is still very little in the way of pressure selling
here. In the summer you will find tourist buses dropping off day trippers to
visit the ruins and have lunch, but the majority of them fade early to return to
hotels for the night and leave you to enjoy a rare tranquility and outrageously
unspoiled vistas across the bay of Edremit to Lesbos.
The acropolis, built on a hill 236 meters above the sea level, dates from the
Bronze Age, with the city dated to the 7th century BC. The sight of the
defense walls of which 3 kilometers are still standing inspires a respect for the
masons who erected them 2500 years ago. And on the top of the city the
Temple of Athena, goddess of the city and fine arts and war, has the best place
to watch the sunset. The temple has 6 columns on the short sides and 13 on
the long sides surrounding the building externally with one row. Sufficient
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ruins remain to give the traveler an idea of the layout of the citadel, although
the only intact monument is a mosque with rather a checkered past.
Izmir Part of the Aegean Excursion
Known in Turkish as "Beautiful Izmir," the city lies at the head of a long and
narrow gulf furrowed by ships and yachts. Izmir is the third largest city in
Turkey and its port is second only to Istanbul.
The original city was established in the third millennium B.C. (at present day
Bayrakli), at which time it shared with Troy the most advanced culture in
Western Anatolia. By 1500 B.C. it had fallen under the influence of the
Central Anatolian Hittite Empire. In the first millenium B.C. Izmir, then
known as Smyrna, ranked as one of the most important cities of the Ionian
Federation. During this period, it is believed that Homer resided here. Lydian
conquest of the city, around 600 B.C., brought this period to an end. Izmir
remained little more than a village throughout the Lydian and subsequent
sixth-century B.C. Persian rule. In the fourth century B.C. a new city was built
on the slopes of Mt. Pagos (Kadifekale) during the reign of Alexander the
Great. Izmir's Roman period, beginning in the first century B.C., was its
second great era. Byzantine rule followed in the fourth century and lasted until
the Seljuk conquest in the 11th century. In 1415, under Sultan Mehmet Celebi,
Izmir became part of the Ottoman Empire.
Source for city descriptions: http://www.enjoyturkey.com/info/sights/highlights.htm
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Program Hotels & Contacts
Republika Academic Aparts
Balmumcu Mahallesi Mustafa İzzet Efendi Sok. No: 1 34349 Ortaköy
Tel: 90 (212) 318 34 34 Fax : +90 (212) 318 34 35
http://www.republika.com.tr/en-EN/rooms-ortakoy/46.aspx
The facility includes a cafeteria serving a complimentary breakfast,
rooftop swimming pool, exercise room, laundry facilities, and coffee
shop.
The group will check out of the Republika Aparts for the excursion. You
will have the option to leave some luggage behind for the weekend trip, but
they will not let you keep it in the room, as you may return to a new room
upon return from the excursion.
Additional Nights at the Aparts
All participants have housing reservations beginning the night of Saturday,
May 23rd. If you plan to arrive before that day you will need to contact the
facility directly to make reservations or you can make arrangements at another
hotel of your choice.
Another option we strongly recommend should you need additional nights is
to check out the local hostels. As Istanbul is a major European city with many
of the same comforts, hostels in Istanbul are equally as nice as they are in
Western Europe and rates can be MUCH better than in the hotel. A website
students often use to book hostel rooms in advance is: www.hostelworld.com.
As for departure dates, your stay is covered until Sunday, June 14th, and you
have housing reservations through that Saturday night (to depart on Sunday).
If you plan to stay longer, you will need to contact the hotel directly to make
reservations or you can make arrangements at another hotel of your choice.
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Turkish Visa Requirements
Holders of American passports can purchase a 90-day sticker visa at the port
of entry for $30 CASH. It is important to have this amount upon arrival in
US dollars. The visa office at the Istanbul airport is near the passport/customs
entry. Obtain your visa BEFORE you enter the passport/customs entry line.
You will reach the baggage claim area after you get through customs.
Additionally, the Turkish consulate now provides advance purchase of a
Turkish tourist visa online at https://www.evisa.gov.tr/en/.
For further information, visit the Turkish consulate website: www.turkey.org. *Visa information is subject to change, so please visit the website for the most up-to-
date cost information.
Getting from the Airport to the Hotel
You can take a cab ride from the airport to the hotel. To do this, we suggest
you exchange a small amount of currency at the airport or simply withdraw
some Turkish Lira from an ATM machine, which you will find when you exit
the baggage claim area of the airport.
A cab ride from the airport to the city runs approximately $30-$40 (or at least
60 Lira). It is best to negotiate the cab fare BEFORE you get in the cab.
Be alert that scams charging 90 Lira or $100 are prevalent and should be
avoided. If that is the offer you receive, move on to the next cab for a better
price. They will realize you are informed and offer less.
By completing the travel buddy form that was included in your acceptance
materials, you can learn the names and travel schedules of other students and
make arrangements in advance to share a cab to the hotel. We strongly
encourage you to do so.
On-Site Orientation
A mandatory orientation is scheduled for Sunday, May 24th at 5:00pm. The
group will meet in the lobby of the Aparts at 4:30pm. Once you arrive on
Saturday, please make an effort to contact Professor Mazza to let him know
that you arrived. He will host an informal dinner on Saturday evening for
those who have arrived.
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Books/Materials/First Assignments
Prior to departure, most course materials will be posted on the KU Law
School’s website in the “Current Students” section. Any hard copy materials
required will be shipped to Istanbul for you to pick up during orientation.
Students may also wish to purchase a Turkey/Istanbul guide book prior to
departure to bring with you, such as Fodor’s or a Lonely Planet.
Pre-Departure Reading:
Prof. Mazza has suggested you read the following article prior to departure:
Finkel, Andrew. "The New Crossroads of History." Foreign Policy. April 9, 2012. http://www.foreignpolicy.com/articles/2012/04/09/10_things_you_didnt_know_about_turkey
Computers/Internet Access
Whether you want to pack a laptop computer is up to you, but please note you
take it at your own risk should something go awry. If you can take notes by
hand, you shouldn’t need a computer to complete the coursework. However,
outlets are available in the classroom should you decide to bring your
computer with you. There is wi-fi access at both the apartments and the law
school.
The law school library (within limited hours) has computers on-site that
students can use for word processing and internet access. Also, Istanbul
contains many internet cafes, at which you can gain access to the internet and
send e-mail.
Weather
In Istanbul, the average minimum and maximum temperatures in May/June
are 60ºF and 82ºF. It will be mostly dry but sometimes humid.
The Aegean region centered on Izmir averages 645 mm/25 inches per year of
rainfall, and temperatures range from -8C/18F to 43C/109F, with average
humidity of 69%.
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Dress/Attire Recommendations
We would like to encourage you to pack one slightly formal outfit in case the
group is invited to participate in an official function. For men, this would
mean a tie and pair of khakis. For women, a dress or pants outfit should
suffice (business suit not required). Otherwise, casual clothing is fine (jeans,
khakis). Wearing short pants in and around the housing facility is fine, but
wearing them in more public settings, while not prohibited, will certainly
target you as a tourist.
It is important to note that Istanbul is a major European city, and women in
shorts and t-shirts are common but will mostly be tourists. And while Turkish
women do sometimes wear shorts, they more often wear skirts (even shorter
ones). However, if you plan to visit a mosque on any of your tourist visits, you
will need to be sure to have slacks, or a knee-length skirt or dress, as well as a
blouse or top with sleeves to at least the mid-upper-arm. Thighs, shoulders
and tops of upper arms are not allowed to be shown in mosques. You may
want to have a headscarf to cover your hair, but at the most popular mosques,
they will have scarves or robes for you to use for free if your attire is
questionable. Men should note that shorts and t-shirts are also not allowed in
mosques.
The housing facility has washers and dryers (as well as irons and ironing
boards) that can be used for a small fee. Laundry and dry cleaning services
are available in the surrounding neighborhood.
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Money & Shopping
Turkish notes are in denominations of 1, 5, 10, 20, 50 and 100 Liras (TL). The
lira is divided into 100 Kuruş (Kr), with coins in denominations of 1, 5, 10, 25
and 50 and TL1. The current exchange rate is: Turkish Lira. $1 = 2.5 TL.
ATMs are prevalent in Turkey and in Istanbul especially. It is possible to get
around Turkey with nothing else but a credit or debit card. It is also easy to
change dollars in exchange offices, post offices (PTTs), shops and hotels;
however, banks may be more time-consuming.
Because cashing Travelers Cheques can be a hassle and the exchange rate is
usually slightly lower, using these is NOT recommended.
BARGAINING IS NOT ONLY ACCEPTABLE BUT EXPECTED in many shopping
locations. While sometimes stressful, bargaining is part of the shopping
experience. Some useful tips to keep in mind:
The asking price may be 30% or more than the appropriate price.
Eventually you will get a feeling of what the fair market prices are.
If you are uncertain about the fair price of an item, you should do more
research before purchasing anything.
You may want to wait to purchase souvenirs until later in the trip. By
that time, you will have a better sense of an acceptable price for an item.
Try to avoid showing excessive interest or need for a specific item.
Even if you value something highly, an air of indifference will help your
bargaining position.
It is okay to walk away from an item that you feel is too expensive. The
walk-away may reveal whether your last asking price was one the seller
legitimately disagreed with or one the seller would in fact take. It is
okay to return later and ask for the last price quoted.
Shopkeepers may be animated but try to avoid becoming personally
involved in the negotiation and stay polite; it is just business, after all.
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Shopping
In Turkey you are able to buy special handicrafts, which vary from one region
to another. Authentic Bazaars and Kilim workshops offer pleasant shopping.
The best-known shopping center is Kapalicarsi, the Grand Covered Bazaar of
Istanbul. The Spice Bazaar is also in the neighborhood.
There are a number of art and antique galleries in the neighborhood of the
Grand Bazaar. They sell pieces of Ottoman engravings, silverware,
needlework, illuminations, ceramics & tiles, paintings and contemporary art.
Other noteworthy items include hand-painted ceramics and porcelain,
originating from Iznik, Istanbul and Kutahya.
Please note that in tourist resorts, banks will be open longer and on the
weekends. But, typically, banks are open on weekdays from 8:30-12:00, 1:30-
5:00. Closed on Saturday and Sunday. Shops are typically open 9:30-7:00.
Most museums are closed on Mondays and the Topkapi Palace in Istanbul is
closed on Tuesdays. Friday is Holy Day in Islam.
Tipping
In cheaper restaurants it's not necessary to leave more than a few coins in the
change plate. In more expensive restaurants, tipping is customary. Even if a
10-15% service charge is added to your bill, you're expected to give around
5% to the waiter directly and perhaps the same amount to the maitre d'.
Porters expect a dollar or so; in taxis you might like to round up the bill. In
other situations (for example, helpful guardians at archaeological sites)
delicacy is required. Although a tip may be initially refused through
politeness, you should offer the money a second and third time. After three
refusals, you can safely assume they really don't want the money.
Meals
Only lunches and dinner will need to be paid for on-site by the student
participants. The housing facility offers a complimentary breakfast. The
facility also includes a refrigerator in each room for storing food and
beverages, which are available at markets in the surrounding neighborhood.
Below you can find the average cost of a meal:
Budget: $2.50-$6.00
Mid-range: $6.00-$15.00
High: $15.00 -$25.00
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Time Difference & Keeping in Touch
Turkey is 8 hours ahead of Kansas (CST). Therefore, when it’s 12:00 noon in
Kansas, it’s 8:00 pm in Turkey. To call Turkey, the international prefix is +90.
Check with your local mobile phone carrier about using your phone overseas
with the purchase of a SIM card. If you don't have your own GSM mobile
phone, you'll probably use a public pay phone. Look for public phones near
post offices, hotels, transportation termini (bus and train stations), shopping
areas, and major public squares. Public phones operated by Türk Telekom
have pictograph instructions and operate on either credit cards (Visa,
Mastercard, American Express) or on phone cards (telefon karti, telekart) that
you buy from post offices, street kiosks and other places advertising Telekart
Satilir (Telekarts for Sale).
The cheapest way to call from Turkey to another country using the Turkish
telephone system has traditionally been to buy a Türk Telekom Telekart.
Internet-based calls can be far cheaper—only pennies per minute, or even free
if you use Skype (www.skype.com).
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Health & Safety Source: Turkey Consular Information Sheet, http://www.travel.state.gov/travel/cis_pa_tw/cis/cis_1046.html Turkey is generally safe, but domestic and regional tensions result in
occasional waves of low-level violence, particularly bombings. Terrorist
bombings over the past eight years – some causing significant numbers of
casualties – have struck religious, government, government-owned, political,
tourist and business targets in a number of locations in Turkey. These
incidents show an increased willingness on the part of terrorists to attack
Western targets.
A variety of leftist or Islamic terrorist groups have targeted U.S. and Western
interests as well. Terrorists claiming association with al-Qa’ida were
responsible for suicide bombings in Istanbul in 2003 that targeted Western
interests. The possibility of terrorist attacks, both transnational and
indigenous, remains high.
You should exercise caution and good judgment, keep a low profile, and
remain vigilant with regard to your personal security.
For the latest security information, you should check the State Department’s
website at http://travel.state.gov where the current Travel Warnings and
Public Announcements, including the Worldwide Caution Public
Announcement, can be found.
Street crime is relatively low in Turkey, although it has increased in large
urban centers such as Istanbul and Izmir. In Istanbul, street crime is most
common in the Taksim Square area, in Sultanahmet and in the areas
around the Grand Bazaar and Spice Bazaar, which are also the hubs of
activity in the city. Visitors are often robbed while distracted by a staged
fight or altercation. Women appear to have been targeted for muggings or
robberies. It is strongly recommended that you leave your passport in the hotel
safe.
As in other large metropolitan areas throughout the world, common street
crimes include pick-pocketing, purse-snatching, and mugging. English-or
French-speaking foreigners have befriended the tourists and then drugged
them, using tea, juice, alcohol, or food. Two common drugs used are
Nembutal and Benzodiazepine which, when used incorrectly, can cause death.
In other cases, tourists are invited to visit clubs or bars, and then presented
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with inflated bills (often exceeding $1,000), and coerced to pay them by credit
card.
Students are encouraged to travel in groups. Students wishing to travel
outside of Istanbul on their own during the program should notify the
program director of when they plan to depart and return.
For general information about appropriate measures you can take to protect
yourself in an overseas environment, see the Department of State’s pamphlet
“A Safe Trip Abroad” and a “Student’s Abroad” guide at the following links:
http://travel.state.gov/travel/tips/safety/safety_1747.html
http://studentsabroad.state.gov/index.php
Know what your Assist America, Global Emergency Services, coverage will
do for you by reading through the materials in your KU Orientation packet.
You can also go online and access pre-trip information on their website at:
http://www.assistamerica.com/Pre-Trip-Information.aspx. Enter the KU
Reference Number at when prompted of: 01-AA-LEW-05034 to access the
information.
Students with Disabilities
Prospective applicants are advised in the program materials that facilities in
Istanbul are generally not accessible to individuals with disabilities as
facilities within the U.S. are. Individuals with special needs must arrange for
special accommodations.
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Pre-Departure To Do List
1. See your doctor and dentist. Nothing ruins a trip like a toothache or
unexpected illness.
2. Be sure to bring extra contact lenses or glasses, and your prescription.
3. Visit your doctor and ask her/him to help you make a small medicine
chest for the trip. Have at least these items:
a. one treatment of a general antibiotic might be a good idea
b. appropriate cold medicines: Sudafed, nose strips, nose drops, cough
drops, etc.
c. sublingual melatonin -very good for sleeping and helping with jet
lag, also if you get a cold and cannot sleep
d. Stomach comfort relief such as Pepto Bismal or Immodium
These items should be packed in your suitcase. Airlines limit the
types and amounts of liquids you can bring in your carry-on
luggage.
The CDC advises packing a travel health kit. The full list of items
recommended by the CDC can be found at:
http://wwwn.cdc.gov/travel/content/pack-smart.aspx.
4. Make a photocopy of the first page in your passport to pack with your
checked luggage. If your passport is lost or stolen, this will make it
much easier for you and the embassy. The Office of Study Abroad also
has a copy, should you need one faxed to an embassy in Turkey.
5. Make copies of your credit cards, your passport, itinerary, and hotel
accommodations (contact information) to leave with someone you trust
at home.
6. Write down the Emergency Contact numbers listed on the back of this
handbook on your Emergency Contacts card provided in your
orientation packet. Carry this card with you through the trip. Also cut
out and take your Assist America card, which is provided in the
orientation packet.
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Tips for Short-Term Travel Packing
1. Eliminate items from your packing list whenever you can. Add
items if you must, but resist the temptation to add non-essentials. If
you're thinking, "I might need this", you're likely mistaken; if it's "I
can't survive without this", then keep it.
2. Minimize clothing by selecting one or two color scheme. Choose
fabrics carefully: natural fabrics can be cooler, but wrinkle more
easily, dry more slowly, and are generally heavier than synthetics.
Knitted fabrics are less prone to creasing. Choose only comfortable
clothing that can be coordinated in different ways. Include shawls,
scarves, vests, and ties as wardrobe extenders.
3. People over-pack because of timidity and fear of the unknown;
both largely results of inexperience. Please use this information in
conjunction with the information provided in the Office of Study
Abroad Student Handbook to pack effectively.
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Don’t Panic!
If you have questions about the information in this handbook, feel free to
contact Dean Stephen Mazza at [email protected], the KU director, the KU
Office of Study Abroad at [email protected] prior to departure.
If you are already abroad and find that you did not bring with you some of the
suggested items, don’t panic. Many things can be worked out in Istanbul.
Handbook Sources & Other Useful Websites
http://www.turizm.net/turkey/index.html
http://www.lonelyplanet.com/destinations/middle_east/turkey/
http://www.turkeytravelplanner.com/go/Istanbul/index.html
http://www.travel.state.gov/travel/cis_pa_tw/cis/cis_1046.html
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TOP 10 “RULES OF THE ROAD”
10. Dress conservatively and don’t draw unnecessary attention to yourself.
9. Be cautious with both American and international newfound friends.
8. Learn about and avoid dangerous areas and public demonstrations.
7. Always carry emergency numbers, local address, and Assist America
card.
6. Obey the laws of your host country, especially regarding alcohol and
drugs.
5. Socialize in groups and return home with people you know and trust.
4. Don’t go anywhere alone with a stranger.
3. Inform one or more people of your travel plans.
2. Secure your passport, credit cards, and ATM cards.
1. Don’t impair your judgment or make yourself vulnerable by drinking to
excess.
.