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Festivals, nightlife, shadow theater, the hamam and other ways to enjoy yourself in Turkey.

Travel and Tunes: Top 10 Best Places to Listen to Jazz in Istanbul

Istanbul, once known as Constantinople, is a major city that’s rich with history. It’s seen the rise and fall of many empires,…
The Top Things to See and Do in Nisantasi – Istanbul for the Best Trip

Did you know that Istanbul is one of Europe’s most affordable cities to visit? This gorgeous city, resting between Asia and Europe,…
Sand & Shore: The Top Ten Bodrum Beaches You Need to See

There are many health benefits of hitting the beach frequently, in fact, being at the beach is enough to lower your stress…
A Sight to See: Top 8 Things to Do in Bodrum, Turkey

Turkey is an immensely popular holiday destination. Indeed, increasing numbers of foreign visitors are holidaying there every year. For instance, over 40…
Take Back the Night: The 10 Best Clubs in Istanbul

The bustling city of Istanbul was once known as the most important city in the world for over 1500 years. With a…
10 Unforgettable Things to Do in Antalya, Turkey

Are you planning a trip to Antalya Turkey? There is something there for all of your travel companions no matter if they…
Complete Guide to Book the Best Golf Holiday in Belek, Turkey

There is simply nowhere else quite like the Turkish golf resort of Belek near Antalya. For those who have not already had…
Turkish Roses

Roses are the oldest source of perfume. Ancient Sanskrit documents mention rose oil, which is the strongest form of this scent, and…
Top Places to Celebrate the New Year’s Eve in Istanbul

According to Sumerologist Dr. Muazzez Ilmiye Cig, celebrating the New Year’s Eve is not something new for Turkish people. It has rather…
Kirkpinar Oil Wrestling Festival

“Allah Allah illalahMay we prosperOur patron is Hamza the wrestlerOur ancestors were wrestlersTwo valiant men take the fieldOne blond one darkBoth seek…
Your Ultimate Travel Guide: 15 Things to Do in Istanbul

Istanbul has been called “the city of the future.” Turkey’s biggest city is known for its culture, beauty and complex history. It’s…
Car Rallies in Turkey

The encyclopedias tell us that in 1771 a French military engineer by the name of Cugnot invented the first horseless carriage. His…
Cirit – Turkey’s Traditional Equestrian Sport

When the Turkish people poured westwards from their Central Asian homelands in the 11th century, they came on horseback into Anatolia, the…
A Turkmen Wedding in Tokat

The road leading east from Tokat towards Almus runs through the valley of the Yesilirmak River, and at a small crossroads, 13…
Winter’s Tale of Cappadocia & Erciyes Ski Center

Enjoy a wonderful long weekend in Cappadocia with an extension of Erciyes Ski Center exploring this dramatic Anatolian ancient volcano, once active…
Heliskiing in Black Sea, Turkey

On the beautiful photogenic peaks of the Turkish Black Sea, at Kackar Mountains or Ayder, heliskiing has been a great alternative activity…
Turkish Bath (Hamam)

The Turkish Bath or Hamam is an atmospheric world all its own in the midst of the modern bustling city. Everyone who…
Enjoy the Moroccan Summer

Summer is warm in Marrakech, but there are ways to get around the heat – and with most properties in low season,…
Turkey’s National Shadow Theater: Hacivat & Karagoz

(Turkish: Black Eyes, or Gypsy), type of Turkish shadow play, named for its stock hero, Karagoz. The comical plays are improvised from…
Morocco Taken over by the Spirit of Music

Over time, the World Sacred Music Festival of Fes is becoming one of the best of its kind in the world. A…
Hidden Morocco

The Sufi Experience: beyond its monuments, its rich history, and the radiant exoticism that Morocco displays in front of those who visit…