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KAPYAD 2nd Ordinary General Assembly Held
KAPYAD held its 2nd Ordinary General Assembly at the Marriott Cappadocia Hotel with strong investor participation. Ömer Tosun was unanimously re-elected as chairman.
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KAPYAD'S THANK-YOU MESSAGE ON QUALIFIED CULTURAL INVESTMENTS BEING PRIORITIZED FOR INCENTIVES IN NEVŞEHİR
KAPYAD's thank-you message regarding the decision to support qualified cultural industries investments for Nevşehir under the Local Development Initiative Incentive Program of the Ministry of Industry and Technology.
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THANK YOU MESSAGE FROM KAPYAD PRESIDENT ÖMER TOSUN AFTER TGA ELECTIONS: "I CONGRATULATE THE ENTIRE CAPPADOCIA TOURISM COMMUNITY"
KAPYAD President Ömer Tosun congratulated Murat Yavuz, who won with over 90% participation in TGA elections, and the entire Cappadocia tourism community.
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CAPPADOCIA TOURISM UNITED IN TGA ELECTIONS: JOINT CANDIDATE MURAT YAVUZ
Cappadocia tourism NGOs united around Murat Yavuz in TGA elections. All hoteliers are invited to vote on December 21.
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KAPYAD YEAR-END REVIEW MEETING AND 2ND ORDINARY GENERAL ASSEMBLY PREPARATIONS STARTED
KAPYAD held its final consultation meeting of 2025 at Museum Hotel. Preparations for the 2nd Ordinary General Assembly were discussed.
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KAPYAD DISCUSSED CAPPADOCIA OVERNIGHT STAY REPORT WITH MINISTER OF CULTURE AND TOURISM
KAPYAD President Ömer Tosun and Cappadocia Area President discussed the overnight stay report with Minister of Culture and Tourism Mehmet Nuri Ersoy.
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CAPPADOCIA REGION UNITES TO DETERMINE JOINT CANDIDATE FOR TGA ELECTIONS
The leading non-governmental organizations of the Cappadocia tourism sector have taken a historic step towards unity before the TGA Board of Directors elections, collectively deciding on the region's joint candidate.
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KAPYAD, NOVEMBER MEETING HELD IN CAPPADOCIA
The Cappadocia Area Tourism Investors Association (KAPYAD) held its November meeting on Wednesday, 19 November 2025, hosted by Ali Yavuz and Murat Yavuz at Zemi Hotel, evaluating key topics shaping the future of tourism in the region.
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KAPYAD INTRODUCES TWO PIVOTAL REPORTS SHAPING THE FUTURE OF CAPPADOCIA'S TOURISM
KAPYAD has unveiled two comprehensive reports that will help shape the region's tourism strategy, focusing on sustainable tourism and increasing overnight stays.
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CRITICAL REPORT PRESENTATION FROM KAPYAD ILLUMINATING REGIONAL TOURISM
Cappadocia Area Tourism Investors Association (KAPYAD) presented a comprehensive strategy report prepared to improve regional tourism quality and strengthen sustainability goals with high-level participation. The presentation of the report, detailing Cappadocia's long-term tourism vision, was made at an important meeting attended by Nevşehir Governor Ali Fidan, Nevşehir members of parliament, AK Party Provincial Chairman, and numerous association members. The report covers integrated proposals ranging from land registry compatibility to water management, cultural tourism, and accessibility. The meeting emphasized a goal of increasing overnight stays from 2.5 to 3.0 in the medium term. Participants highlighted the visionary approach of the report and the critical role of state-NGO cooperation in implementing these projects. KAPYAD stated that the report is a roadmap for the future of Cappadocia tourism.
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KAPYAD, CONSULTATION MEETINGS CONTINUE: PRODUCTIVE DISCUSSION HOSTED BY FRESCO CAVE SUITES
KAPYAD's regional consultation meetings continue, bringing together sector representatives to discuss problems and solutions. On July 11, association members gathered to address current challenges and explore projects aimed at enhancing Cappadocia's tourist value. The consultation meeting was hosted by our member Gamze Toybıyık Kaya at Fresco Cave Suites, a venue reflecting the region's unique architecture. During the meeting, participants engaged in in-depth discussions about: - Preserving Cappadocia's cultural heritage - Targeting high-quality visitor profiles - Evaluating recent tourism trends KAPYAD emphasized its commitment to taking concrete steps to advance Cappadocia's tourism, supported by its members. The meeting served as a productive platform that strengthened cooperation in the sector.
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KAPYAD, MAY ADVISORY MEETING HELD
KAPYAD, aiming to strengthen inter-sector communication for the development of Cappadocia tourism, held one of its consultation meetings on May 29. The meeting was hosted by our member Yavuz Demir at Elika Cave Suites, one of the region's leading facilities. At the meeting held with the participation of the Board of Directors and members, increasing cooperation with local governments, producing joint projects with Cappadocia Area Presidency, and solving regulatory problems in the sector were discussed. The main message of the meeting was the vital importance of strong solidarity in the sector to increase tourism quality. Participants reiterated their determination to work together to achieve sustainable tourism goals while preserving Cappadocia's cultural heritage. Thanks were extended to host Yavuz Demir for his valuable contributions.
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KAPYAD, CAPPADOCIA CONSULTATION MEETING WITH VICE PRESIDENT CEVDET YILMAZ BEFORE IGIS SUMMIT
KAPYAD discussed Cappadocia's priority needs with Vice President Cevdet Yılmaz before IGIS.
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KAPYAD, BOARD MEETING HELD WITH PARTICIPATION OF MEMBER OF PARLIAMENT AND PROVINCIAL CHAIRMAN
Cappadocia Area Tourism Investors Association (KAPYAD) Board of Directors held an important meeting with representatives of regional and central politics. AK Party Nevşehir Member of Parliament Süleyman Özgün and AK Party Nevşehir Provincial Chairman Muhammed Feyzi Aygün participated in the meeting held on April 22. Member of Parliament Özgün and Provincial Chairman Aygün stated that they support all civil society efforts to increase the region's tourism potential, emphasizing KAPYAD's role in regional development. The meeting once again demonstrated the importance of strong cooperation between central and local governments and civil society for Cappadocia tourism. Participants determined joint strategies for the region to achieve its sustainable tourism goals.
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KAPYAD, JOINT WORKING AGREEMENT WITH THE AREA AUTHORITY
Important principle decisions were made for tourism facilities in Cappadocia with KAPYAD's contributions.
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KAPYAD'S STRATEGIC INITIATIVES WITH THE AREA AUTHORITY AND MINISTRY
KAPYAD presented a Strategic Implementation Report containing fire safety and facility standards to the Area Authority and Ministry.
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FIRST CONSULTATION MEETING OF THE YEAR HELD AT AGARTA CAVE HOTEL: 2025 GOALS DETERMINED
Cappadocia Area Tourism Investors Association (KAPYAD) held its first consultation meeting of 2025 on Wednesday, February 12. This important meeting, where projects and strategic goals to be pursued throughout the year were determined, was hosted by our member Gülper Gündüz Yassı at Agarta Cave Hotel, which reflects the mystical atmosphere of the region. The meeting addressed the state of regional tourism before the new season, promotional campaigns, and sustainability-focused projects. Participants developed new strategies to increase quality in the tourism sector while preserving Cappadocia's cultural and natural heritage. 2025 goals include strengthening the region's promotion on international platforms, increasing cooperation with local governments, and accelerating digital transformation steps in tourism. KAPYAD Board of Directors and members stated that the meeting was a productive platform that strengthened sectoral solidarity.
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KAPYAD, INITIATION OF INSPECTION PROCESS IN CAPPADOCIA AFTER KARTALKAYA FIRE
Inspection processes for accommodation facilities in Cappadocia initiated after the Bolu Kartalkaya fire tragedy.
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KAPYAD PARTICIPATED IN İZMIR TOURISM FAIR
As the Cappadocia Area Tourism Investors Association (KAPYAD), we participated in the İzmir Tourism Fair. At the fair, we promoted the tourism potential of the Cappadocia region and met with industry stakeholders.
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KAPYAD, OCTOBER ADVISORY MEETING HELD AT KAPADOKYA HILL SPA HOTEL
The October Advisory Meeting organized by the Cappadocia Area Tourism Investors Association (KAPYAD) was held at Kapadokya Hill Spa Hotel on October 30, 2024. The meeting included a comprehensive evaluation of the 2024 tourism season, discussed developments in regional projects, and established goals for the upcoming period. KAPYAD members actively participated, aiming to contribute to Cappadocia's sustainable development.
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KAPYAD, BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING HELD
The Cappadocia Area Tourism Investors Association (KAPYAD) Board of Directors Meeting was hosted by Halis ULUER. The meeting discussed association activities and important issues related to Cappadocia tourism.
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KAPYAD, PARTICIPATED IN TOURISM WORKSHOP
KAPYAD participated in the tourism workshop held on July 10, 2024, at Cappadocia University, Mustafapaşa Campus, to form the main framework of the 'Nevşehir Province Tourism Master Plan' studies prepared under the cooperation protocol signed between Nevşehir Governorship and Cappadocia Area Directorate.
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KAPYAD VISITS VICE PRESIDENT CEVDET YILMAZ
KAPYAD Board Chairman Ömer TOSUN visited Vice President Cevdet YILMAZ in Ankara to evaluate the latest developments and needs in the Cappadocia Region. The meeting addressed 'the development of luxury thermal tourism in Cappadocia Regions IV and V and current issues in Cappadocia'. Ömer TOSUN stated that the association's main goal is to strengthen the Cappadocia brand nationally and internationally and increase its competitive power.
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KAPYAD, HELD ADVISORY MEETING WITH AK PARTY NEVŞEHIR MP AND AK PARTY GROUP DEPUTY CHAIRMAN
KAPYAD Board Chairman Ömer TOSUN held an advisory meeting with AK Party Nevşehir MP Emre ÇALIŞKAN and AK Party Group Deputy Chairman Özlem ZENGİN to evaluate tourism investments in the Cappadocia Region. The meeting addressed the region's tourism potential and development projects.
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KAPYAD, PARTICIPATED IN ADVISORY MEETING ORGANIZED BY CAPPADOCIA AREA DIRECTORATE
Cappadocia Area Director Birol İNCECİKÖZ hosted an advisory meeting at the Area Directorate Meeting Hall. The meeting was attended by Nevşehir Deputy Governor Kübra KARAALİOĞLU, AK Party Nevşehir MPs Emre ÇALIŞKAN and Süleyman ÖZGÜN, municipalities, KAPYAD Board Chairman Ömer TOSUN, and civil society organization representatives.
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KAPYAD, 1ST YEAR GALA NIGHT AND TRAILBLAZERS AWARD CEREMONY HELD
KAPYAD 1st Year Gala Night and Trailblazers Award Ceremony was held in Cappadocia.
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VICE PRESIDENT CEVDET YILMAZ RECEIVED OUR ASSOCIATION AT HIS OFFICE
Vice President Cevdet YILMAZ received KAPYAD Deputy Chairman Ömer TOSUN at his office. Thermal tourism projects and the new Geothermal Law were discussed.
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KAPYAD, BOARD MEETING HELD AT MUSEUM HOTEL
On June 6, 2023, the board meeting was held at Museum Hotel hosted by Ömer Tosun. The meeting discussed upcoming visits with Tourism Minister Mehmet Nuri Aksoy and Nevşehir Member of Parliament, board member role definitions, and near and long-term goals.
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KAPYAD, HELD MEETING WITH CULTURE AND TOURISM MINISTER MEHMET NURI ERSOY
KAPYAD (Cappadocia Area Tourism Investors Association) met with Culture and Tourism Minister Mehmet Nuri Ersoy to discuss key tourism and development projects in the Cappadocia region. Main topics addressed in the meeting: Cappadocia Airport terminal renovation, Göreme Open Air Museum project, Paşabağları archaeological site rehabilitation, digital and archaeology museum plans, restart of Sobesos excavation works, and Cappadocia regional planning. KAPYAD President Ömer Tosun emphasized the goal of strengthening Cappadocia's national and international tourism brand and increasing competitive power.
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CAPPADOCIA AREA TOURISM INVESTORS ASSOCIATION (KAPYAD) HELD ITS FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY MEETING
The Cappadocia Area Tourism Investors Association (KAPYAD) held its inaugural general assembly on May 22, 2023, at the Avanos Double Tree by Hilton hotel.
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CAPPADOCIA AREA MASTER PLAN MEETING HELD
KAPYAD organized a meeting regarding the Cappadocia Area Master Plan, where regional investors' suggestions were compiled and submitted to the Cappadocia Area Directorate.
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KAPYAD, FOUNDING MEETING HELD
The Cappadocia Area Tourism Investors Association (KAPYAD) was established through the collaboration of 35 leading tourism investors.
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