I visited Turkey this year on a layover. Had a very good time. Was lucky in my timing. People were friendly, lots to see. Only annoyance for me were the shopkeepers in the bazaar("No for the fourth time and I am not your good friend"). Oh well, I really like to be left alone while others love to negotiate.
Can't comment on working conditions, but, there are definitely some European countries that have reputations for arrogance as well.