2021-08-23 11:56
With Turkey’s rising fame as an ideal expat destination, many people want to know about living in Turkey permanently. I understand the lure, and while it is not all roses and sunlight… Read More
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A blog about my Turkish Travel experiences. Including guides on destinations, people, culture and traditions in Turkey
2021-08-18 11:31
The glorious and stunning Hagia Sophia of Istanbul – Turkey! I have been twice, and I would go again. The former church, Ottoman Mosque, the official museum and now mosque again has a… Read More
2021-08-18 05:04
Ah, to see the Ephesus ancient city ruins is to see one of the world’s most significant historical sites. The colourful timeline of Turkey’s history means the country is awash wi… Read More
2021-08-17 06:08
Pamukkale in Turkey is a top visited attraction and a sight to wow at. Pamukkale in the Denizli region, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is nicknamed “Cotton Castle” because of soli… Read More
2021-08-11 12:20
If there were ever a home with juicy untold secrets, it would have to be the 15th century BC Topkapi palace in Istanbul city. Covering nearly 600,000 square meters, the Ottoman Empire’… Read More
2021-08-01 14:36
When choosing the best places to visit in Turkey, get ready for an avalanche of choices. Repeatedly called the bridge between East and West, I often say the country of Turkey is the world&rs&hell…Read More
2020-08-18 07:11
The Grand Bazaar of Istanbul, Turkey, is a lot more than an average shopping mall. The market dates from the 15th century after the Ottomans conquered Constantinople (former Istanbul.) Marke… Read More
2020-02-27 08:37
The Istanbul Tourist Pass is one option on the tourism market that has been rapidly growing in popularity with visitors thanks to huge savings and a wide variety of attractions and experienc… Read More
2018-01-10 10:36
Galata tower in Istanbul is the best place for a marvellous panoramic view over the Golden Horn, Bosphorus and city. Six years before, I went to Galata tower to attend a Turkish show at nigh… Read More
2018-01-06 08:10
I walked down 55 stone steps, sensing dampness from water as I reached the bottom and the Basilica cistern. Sitting in Istanbul’s touristic district near the Hagia Sophia and Blue Mos… Read More
2017-08-21 09:03
I am incredibly grateful for countless travel memories that I can look back on with fondness but one of my favourite is gulet cruising in Turkey. It was a four night, five-day sailing holida… Read More
2017-08-16 11:50
Mert Gurel is a Turkish film enthusiast with a particular passion for interesting documentaries about Istanbul. This is natural, given that he lives and works in the bustling city. His job a… Read More
2017-07-19 10:42
In the last few years, Turkey has embarked on a building spree of 5-star all-inclusive hotels, sold at budget prices, over the internet and through travel agents. Appealing mostly to British… Read More
2017-07-15 08:51
Note: This is a guest post by Saskia from Alaturka Turkey.
Turkey is a unique country, situated between Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. The influence of all three can be seen throughout c… Read More
2017-03-06 06:18
Preparing to go on holiday can be stressful. No doubt about it.On top of important things like work deadlines and getting your pet cat sorted, there are super-important things like choosing… Read More
2017-02-23 10:39
Foreign travellers tend to bypass Yalova in Turkey, but for many years, locals of Istanbul who want to escape city life for a few days, have favoured it as the ideal destination. Summer week… Read More
2017-02-16 10:10
Trabzon is not one of my favourite cities in Turkey, yet it serves as a good base for sightseeing in the area. Although few western tourists go in that direction, people from the Middle East… Read More
2017-01-13 08:59
When making holiday arrangements, our top priority after getting to our chosen destination is often the hotel. Some people just want cleanliness while others look for perks and facilities. W… Read More
2016-12-30 13:59
As a nation of 80 million people, including many expat foreigners, 2016 has been a terrible year for the country of Turkey. Quoting Queen Elizabeth’s famous phrase, it has been our &ld&hell…Read More
2016-12-13 10:06
One thing Turkey does well is entertaining foreign visitors. Its tourism board emphasises their hospitality throughout their campaigns and promises warm welcomes to any foreign nationalities… Read More
2016-11-28 09:53
One of my best memories of travelling throughout Turkey is sailing the southern coast. As part of the Turkish Riviera, official Blue Voyage Cruise routes within it are widely sold every year… Read More
2016-10-13 10:30
I’d drove past the sign for Magnesia ancient city ruins many times. Hardly talked about or featured in guidebooks, I figured there was not much to see, yet curiosity still made me want… Read More
2016-09-04 12:39
I like to think of Cappadocia as my second home. Even though I get a buzz from going to new places, I adore the familiarity of the region and I’m not the only one because there are man… Read More
2016-09-03 12:52
Out of all my travel memories from around Turkey, the Ayder plateau stands out for a quirky and possibly absurd reason. I remember that it was the end of June, and while my friends on the Ae… Read More
2016-08-10 07:37
People who are unfamiliar with the country of Turkey assume the national drink is coffee, but in fact, tea is the inseparable drink of Turkish culture. Women, family, and friends often meet… Read More
2016-08-05 12:23
I have been rather critical of Kusadasi in the past. Yet following developments in the town; I’m warming up to it and now highly admired it for the famous international reputation it h… Read More
2016-07-18 14:26
When I first came to Turkey, despite knowing Istanbul was the country’s largest city and top visited tourist destination, nothing quite prepared me for realising just how intense the c… Read More
2016-07-18 11:19
When Turkey proudly burst onto the mainstream travel scene at the turn of the century, travel agents lured many people to the country by highlighting the many miles of gorgeous beaches. This… Read More
2016-07-18 09:55
The gorgeous coastline of Antalya is a uniformed collection of small holiday resorts and the main city centre that altogether make up Turkey’s second most visited holiday destination a… Read More
2016-07-15 10:12
Growing popularity of the Internet in the last 20 years has changed the face of mainstream travel. Holidaymakers want to gain an insight into the lives of people in other countries, so authe… Read More
2016-07-09 12:36
Wherever I go, when locals tell me about an attraction or landmark that isn’t in my guidebooks, I fill up with frenzied excitement, and an intense urge to get there. That was my initia… Read More
2016-07-04 09:47
Ah, the joys of packing for a holiday!
What to take?
What to leave?
What do I need?
What do the locals dress like?
The task is even more daunting if you have not been to the country before… Read More
2016-06-28 12:56
When I started travel blogging, I was quite naive because I thought it was purely about writing. However, it involves a lot more than that, and good photography is part of it. Indeed even th… Read More
2016-06-21 11:51
People visiting Turkey usually want to know about the money first. After all, it makes the world go round and whether or not, you have a budget, knowing about the currency, exchange rates, f… Read More
2016-06-12 11:48
When I first came to Turkey, the constant barrage of all things new and in some cases frankly odd, fascinated me. Little Turkish quirks displayed by my newfound friends and learning about da… Read More
2016-06-05 12:30
Hattusa, on the edge of the central Anatolian and Black Sea regions of Turkey is one of the country’s less visited attractions that was added to the World UNESCO Heritage site list in… Read More
2016-06-05 12:30
Hattusa, on the edge of the central Anatolian and Black Sea regions of Turkey is one of the country’s less visited attractions that was added to the World UNESCO Heritage site list in… Read More
2016-05-22 12:15
As part of the monthly posts about how to financially support yourself while travelling or moving to this country, one option that pops up, again and again, is to teach English in Turkey as… Read More
2016-05-22 04:41
The travel industry of Turkey in years gone by was very different to what we see now. People didn’t travel for leisure unless they were of the upper-class members of society such as th… Read More
2016-05-20 06:40
Istiklal Avenue in Istanbul is a busy street. In fact, it is the busiest street in Turkey. Also known as Istiklal Caddesi in Turkish or Independence Avenue in English, anyone visiting the ci… Read More
2016-05-18 11:11
Turkey, just like other countries, has its own delights, especially in regions like Antalya that is the second most visited tourist destination in the country, after Istanbul. Stretching alo… Read More
2016-05-13 09:46
One question I am frequently asked is how I fund my life in Turkey. People enquiring are generally girls who have met someone while on holiday here, and they would like to stay in the countr… Read More
2016-05-01 07:40
Every summer many holidaymakers fall in love with Turkey and develop a dream to return here but the only way they can sustain that vision is by finding work to support themselves financially… Read More
2016-05-01 07:40
Every summer many holidaymakers fall in love with Turkey and develop a dream to return here but the only way they can sustain that vision is by finding work to support themselves financially… Read More
2016-04-27 07:38
Sitting by Bafa Lake eating breakfast, always makes me feels creatively bohemian. Even better, is that it is a traditional Turkish breakfast, and not my native English fry up that cures my h… Read More
2016-04-10 10:21
Most of us have read the horror stories of people who have incurred massive telephone bills while holidaying abroad. The culprit for bills that have sometimes run into five figures is data r… Read More
2016-04-03 07:03
Since I started this blog, it has become evident to others and myself that history has become my main passion while exploring Turkey. Ask me to choose between visiting a nightclub or histori… Read More
2016-03-30 12:52
In 2012, CN Traveler called Izmir “Turkey’s most overlooked city “and they were right. Although it is the third largest metropolis in the country, it is often pushed into t… Read More
2016-03-26 13:05
Welcome to the Turkish Travel Blog and my huge list of things to do in Turkey. The good news is that you are spoilt for choice. Turkey’s rating as the sixth most popular country in the… Read More
2016-03-23 12:45
Saint John’s Basilica and his tomb in Selcuk is one of those places that still intrigues me, long after my visit. Actually, if you are a Christian, the whole district is worth visiting… Read More
2016-02-27 08:32
There’s nothing quite like the open road! It’s tempting to just get in the car and hit the highway, but road-trips are a significant investment of time and energy, and certain a… Read More
2016-02-26 08:18
It’s hard to miss the bright lights and ample displays at the duty-free stores in most international airports, cruise ship ports, and border stations. Designer clothes and jewelry, bot… Read More
2016-02-26 08:11
For many folks, travel is a way to escape from the daily grind, relax, and gain some much-needed rejuvenation. But for the world’s more than 480 million business travelers, travel too… Read More
2016-02-24 07:08
Airline points are tempting for lovers of cheap travel, especially once you’ve heard their many success stories. Folks have enjoyed free first-class flights to exotic destinations for… Read More
2016-02-14 05:43
There is no denying that visiting the Bodrum Peninsula of Turkey will introduce you to one of the most picturesque places in the country. Often reflected in travel brochures with images of s… Read More
2016-02-09 09:36
Getting fit when there’s access to a gym, roads, and even the living room floor is one thing. But when you’re sitting for multiple hours on a plane, after sitting in the airport… Read More
2016-02-09 09:25
Since many hotels and resorts now offer complimentary Wi-Fi access to all guests which is great, but can also cause security concerns. If you are planning a trip and want to use Wi-Fi durin… Read More
2016-02-02 13:58
Airplane cabins aren’t always known for being roomy, comfy, or luxurious, but the newest crop of first class suites are stunning travelers with their size and opulence. New Yorkers who… Read More
2016-02-02 13:07
Most books that I read about Turkey normally have one of two themes. They either talk about historical facts, which has become a passion of mine or purely focus on lives of expats in the cou… Read More
2016-02-01 08:56
Forget snakes on a plane. Worry about the germs. Research shows that air travelers are at a higher risk for infection than people going about their daily lives.
Just how are illnesses spread… Read More
2016-01-14 01:01
Update – January 2016 – Dear readers, After the recent bomb in Sultanhamet Square, Istanbul, readers are asking if I have changed my mind regarding travelling in Turkey and… Read More
2016-01-12 07:12
The topic of expats in Turkey is a controversial discussion at the best of times. Scattered across the Aegean and Mediterranean coasts as well as in Istanbul and Ankara, we have firmly made… Read More
2016-01-11 11:23
Most travelers can tell horror stories about passengers who defied common courtesy on a plane. Perhaps your neighbor whipped off their shoes and socks and clipped their toenails on the tray… Read More
2016-01-11 11:03
As travel gets easier and technology more portable, employees across industries are hitting the road for work. And whether it’s because they’re trying to squeeze in work and dow… Read More
2016-01-08 13:17
Anyone who has made the transition from holidaymaker to expat in Turkey will testify how nerve racking those early days can be. The language barrier and immersion into a new culture that is… Read More
2016-01-05 11:41
As the luxury travel market continues to expand, the trend is influencing all facets of travel, from hotel rooms to airport lounges. Airlines are particularly interested in improving their… Read More
2016-01-04 07:23
We’ve come a long way since the days of drawstring duffle bags. Today’s carry-on luggage options are hip, uber functional, and designed with the modern traveler in mind. As the y… Read More
2015-12-27 10:54
Finding the Isa Bey Mosque was easier than expected. I had geared myself up for a bus ride or long trek, but felt quite the fool when the hotel receptionist said, “leave the hotel, tur… Read More
2015-12-25 13:22
Visiting the cave of the seven sleepers near the ancient ruins of Ephesus, (one of the biggest cities of the Roman Empire) was a disappointment. I had previously read many websites describin… Read More
2015-12-25 11:39
Walking the sacred path of Miletus was an immense physical achievement for me. Not only did I do it with a raging hangover, garnered from a heavy night before, but as well as the long distan… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
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Sanliurfa boasts of many highly recommended attractions for visitors to the region. Nicknamed the “City of… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
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I enjoyed exploring the cobbled streets and admiring the Ottoman architecture of Beypazari, but I was extremely g… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
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Turkey is a huge country covering diverse terrains, with differing climates. Indeed, while snow settles in the mo… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
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Turkey covers an enormous amount of land, 783,562 km² to be exact. Many empires throughout history have exis… Read More
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