We are in the process of buying an apartment in Calis (first time!!), and were quite shocked by the bank charges everytime we transfer money, especially charges in Turkey. The first time was charged £17 in Britain and £68 at Turkish end. Can anyone advise of banks with cheaper rates, or if there is a way round this. (WE are coming over later in the summer and want to send more money to cover buying furnishings, and feel it is too risky to carry large wads of cash over.) Thanks for any advice. Chris .