Istanbul, once known as Constantinople, is a major city that’s rich with history. It’s seen the rise and fall of many empires, which is what contributes to its complicated past. This makes Istanbul a popular tourist destination, which is why you may be interested in visiting. While you want to see the sights, did you […]
WHY, ALACATI, TURKEY IS A MUST-VISIT VACATION SPOT FOR ANY TRAVELER
All too often we travel to see the biggest tourist attractions but wind up missing the bigger picture. Sometimes, it’s better to just relax and take things slow. Especially in those small in-between towns, like Alacati, Turkey. When people think of Turkey they usually think of Istanbul, Ankara, and Izmir —you’ve probably never even heard […]
TRAVELER’S GUIDE: 10 CAN’T-MISS MODERN ART GALLERIES IN ISTANBUL
There are few places in the world that have the history, culture, and atmosphere of Istanbul. As a cultural hub joining east and west for hundreds of years, Istanbul is host to incredible food, amazing architecture, and unique, groundbreaking art. While much of Istanbul’s art scene is devoted to historical and religious works, it also […]
14 BOOKS AND 5 MOVIES ABOUT TURKEY THAT WILL ILLUMINATE YOUR TRIP
Planning a trip to Turkey? Considering the destination, this vacation is going to be nothing less than amazing! But before you pack your bags and travel to a nation so different from your own, you should consider doing some reading. There is much to learn about any nation, country, or region in general that you’re […]
YOUR GUIDE TO THE SEVEN ANCIENT WONDERS OF THE WORLD
The seven wonders of the ancient world have been revered and fascinating humankind since as far back as 200 BC. Today we can only read about and imagine what all but one of these impressive locations looked like. Built and completed around 2560 BC, only the Great Pyramid of Giza remains standing today. Here is […]
27 SHINING STARS OF TURKISH CUISINE TO TRY DURING YOUR TRIP
There are a lot of reasons to visit Turkey. Between the people, the bazaars, the scenery, and the low cost, you’d be hard-pressed to find a reason not to visit. However, right now, we’re going to talk about one of the biggest perks of visiting Turkey – the food. Although many people are unaware of […]
HIDDEN TREASURES: 25 TURKISH VILLAGES THAT ARE OFF THE BEATEN PATH
Istanbul is one of Turkey’s most visited destinations, attracting over 13 million tourists a year. Yet, you’ll be missing out if you confine your travels to Turkey around the well-known destination tourist stops. Turkey is awash with quaint places that showcase Turkish culture at it’s best. If you want to experience the country at it’s […]
YOUR TRAVEL GUIDE TO TURKEY’S LAVENDER VILLAGE: KUYUCAK, ISPARTA
Have you always longed to go to a hidden gem which resonates with luxury? Or a travel location which is largely unknown but if you go will always be remembered? We are going to tell you about a place luscious and fragrant to visit. It is in a locale which takes the phrase unique and […]
ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE LEGENDARY TURKISH BREAKFAST
They do say that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, but nowhere is it esteemed as much as in Turkey. Known as kahvalti (which means ‘before coffee’), Turkish breakfast is an abundant feast of sweet and savory delights. Here is why breakfast is an absolute must-have in Turkey. A Typical Turkish Breakfast […]
10 WAYS TO TRY TURKISH KEBABS (AND WHERE TO FIND THE BEST ONES)
Research has found that the average fast-food kebab contains 98% of the daily salt recommendation, plus almost 150% of the recommended daily allowance of saturated fat. No wonder these meaty babies are so good! If you love kebabs and are planning a trip to Turkey – then you will definitely want to sample some Turkish […]