Turkey is the epitome of diversity. Sitting on the fence between Europe, Asia and the Middle East, one cannot simply miss Turkey on their travels. When you look up Turkey online, most of the scenic postcard captures come from Cappadocia and a few cities that are home to some of the most breathtaking sites in …
Dominating the skyline of Istanbul stands a medieval architectural marvel that has been one of the most captivating sites for travellers in Turkey. Have you heard about the Galata Tower? It’s more than just a cylindrical stone wall. The tower holds stories that every traveller should know before visiting. Here are some of the fascinating …
This is a question asked by many European tourists visiting Turkey during December. However, the answer to this question is both yes and no, meaning there are Christmas-related celebrations in Turkey, but they don’t have any religious implications for Turkish people. So let’s explore further the topic of Christmas in Turkey, a secular country with …
Uber is available in Turkey, but not everywhere in the country. So, you may sigh in relief. After all, what is Uber if not sheer convenience? You can book a ride in a matter of a few clicks. No matter where you are, it’s the same process. And right now, you can rest assured that …
This is a common question asked by European travellers visiting Turkey. The answer to this question is that you can use Euros in Turkey, but not for everything and everywhere. The answer cannot be a straightforward yes, so let’s talk about what a traveller needs to know about using Euros in Turkey. In What Instances …
Yes, it does snow in Turkey. Turkey is always heavily advertised as an exotic destination. A Mediterranean paradise with a rich culture, food, architecture and a land graced by the golden shades of the sun during the day and equally dazzling at night. So, the very notion of Turkey having snow sounds a little disorienting. …
Imagine lying on a yacht over glistening turquoise waters and sipping a cocktail under the Mediterranean sun. One would say it is the epitome of a relaxing holiday. There are many resort cities across Europe offering just that – the joys of tranquillity and luxury. But Antalya is not an ordinary resort city. It is …
It’s where Europe meets the Middle East, where the ancient Silk Route met its final station, and where Europe’s history was re-written once again. Turkey is an astonishing yet majorly underrated country located on the Mediterranean coast, between Western Asia and Southeast Europe. Turkey started popping up in travel adverts quite recently than ever before thanks …