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Inspiration for Your Trip to Turkey in 2016
The Grand Bazaar, the Blue Mosque, the Ottoman Palaces... the grand sights of Istanbul pull with an Oriental flavor on a romantic traveler's heart strings.
10 Days in Turkey: Itinerary Ideas
Turkey has a lot to offer and 10 days in the country are not enough to visit too many places.
3 Days in Istanbul: Itinerary Ideas
There are plenty of things to do in Istanbul and having only three days to visit the city means you’ll either be cramming in a lot in a limited time or take things slower and visit some of the…
Best Greek & Roman Ruins in Turkey
The region of Antalya , also known as the Turkish Riviera, has some of the best preserved Greek and Roman ruins in the world.
What to Eat in Turkey: Famous Turkish Foods
The Turkish cuisine is one of the greatest cuisines in the world. While influencing plenty other cuisines in the countries the Ottoman Empire formerly occupied, the Turkish cuisine reflects the…
Getting from Istanbul to Greece
Turkey and Greece , once foes, now friends and always bordering each other…two countries which have similar cuisines and cultures.
Getting from Istanbul to Bursa
Bursa is located in the northwestern part of Turkey, near the Sea of Marmara, about 20 km inland.
Getting from Istanbul to Ankara
Although Ankara is the capital of Turkey, Istanbul is the major travel hub in the country and chances are you’ll get a better fare for flights into Istanbul rather than the capital.
Getting from Istanbul to Ephesus
Ephesus (Turkish: Efes) is one of Turkey’s major tourist attractions. It was a Greek town, later conquered by the Romans and which gained its popularity thanks to being home to the Temple of Artemis,…
Getting from Istanbul to Antalya
Antalya is the largest city on the Turkish Mediterranean coast and the main gateway into the Turkish Riviera. From April to October it is crowded with tourists looking to soak up the sun.
Getting from Istanbul to Bodrum
Bodrum is located on the south Aegean coast of Turkey and is now a very popular travel destination.
Turkey in October
Autumn is another wonderful time to enjoy Turkey but it’s also a very popular time to visit the country, especially for those planning an independent vacation. So, expect crowds and high prices.
Turkey in May
May is already par of the high tourist season so expect high prices and crowds. You can head to the beaches and enjoy the sun or you can indulge in some sightseeing.
Turkey in April
Spring is definitely one of the best times to visit Turkey. The climate is perfect for sightseeing in Istanbul and on the Aegean and Mediterranean coasts.
Hotels in Sultanahmet, Istanbul
Sultanahmet is the Old City of Istanbul . It is the oldest part of the city and where you’ll find most of the historical sights.
Things to do in Istanbul
Istanbul served as capital for four empires and now is one of the biggest European cities, filled with history and a lot of places to visit.
Getting from Istanbul to Cappadocia (and return)
Cappadocia, located in the Central Anatolia region of Turkey, is best known for its moon-like landscape, underground cities, houses carved in the rock and churches in the caves.
Getting from Istanbul to Izmir (and return)
Izmir is the third largest city in Turkey, located on the Central Aegean coast. It is the second busiest port in the country and a major transportation hub.
Train Travel in Turkey
Buses in Turkey are a cheap way to get around. And they are usually faster than trains. But do you really want to be stuck in a bus for 12 hours, without being able to move at all?
Bus Travel in Turkey
There are plenty of low-cost airlines flying into Turkey and just as many connecting the Turkish cities, so it’s fast and quite affordable to travel to/from Turkey as well as within the country by…
Going to Gallipoli for Anzac Day
While Anzac Day is a national holiday in the two countries that give the holiday its name - Australia and New Zealand - those are by no means the only places to mark the holiday itself.
Turkey Beyond Istanbul
Turkey, I think, falls into the same trap that the Netherlands, England, France, and a few others countries do.
Visiting a Hammam in Turkey
For many people, much of the joy of traveling can be found in discovering new things - new foods, new cultural customs, and new experiences that just can't be had at home.
A culinary incursion in Turkey
I’m not exactly what you’d call a foodie… don’t get me wrong, I do eat. But being a vegetarian is sometimes quite challenging when you visit some countries.
Greece: A Lovely Side Trip from Turkey
Many travelers who plan to visit Turkey also add Greece to their wish list. It is very easy to travel between the two countries and they share quite a lot of history.
When should I plan my vacation in Turkey?
For the majority of travelers Turkey conjures images of beaches, mosques, Turkish coffee and Turkish delight.
Ferries in Turkey
Turkey is bordered by three seas –Black Sea, Aegean Sea and Mediterranean Sea -, which means water transport has always played an important role in the country’s transport system.
Turkey Entry Visa for Tourists
Before starting to plan your vacation in Turkey you should check if you need a tourist visa to entry the country.
Turkish Delight (Lokum)
Pretty much anything that’s satisfying is either sinful or makes you fat. I don’t know about sinful, but Turkish Delight surely can make you fat.
Turkish coffee
For any coffee lover, the Turkish coffee is probably one of the most interesting experiences in life.