As a Latvian passport holder, your journey to Turkey is made wonderfully simple, as you can enjoy visa-free entry for up to 90 days, perfect for a leisurely exploration of this captivating transcontinental nation. With a single tourist visa type available for longer stays, most travelers will find their short visits require no visa at all. When planning your trip, consider that Istanbul, a popular destination, sits in the same time zone as Eastern Europe (GMT+3), which can help minimize jet lag as you traverse the approximately 1,600 km distance. Remember to exchange some currency to Turkish Lira for your initial expenses upon arrival.