Turkey

Cappadocia, with its fairy chimneys and Turkish charm, is an unbeatable destination. We’ve got everything you want to do in Cappadocia and more.

Istanbul’s fortress, Rumelihisari. If you love the romanticism of the Ottoman empire, this is a must visit spot in this exotic city!

Istanbul is the most exotic city on Earth, and you will want to see and experience its best. Check out our 1-3 day itineraries.

A visit to Sanliurfa, a traditional and cultural city in southeastern Turkey is well worth adding to your trip itinerary.

Growing up, I devoured stories about the camel caravans and the merchants that traveled the Silk Road. I fell in love with the idea that these caravans were constantly moving, winding their way through unknown territories.  It’s no wonder that I grew up loving to travel, to experience new cultures, and to be on the move…always on the move. Living in and traveling extensively through Turkey, I could easily imagine the caravans making their way across the barren steppes.  Even today, caravanserais are speckled throughout Anatolia and still welcome travelers on the road. No, they no longer set up camp in the courtyard, but these modern day visitors might still take a meal and watch some entertainment. What is a Caravanserai? Basically, …

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Shopping in Turkey for souvenirs, like the Turkish Evil Eye and other meaningful gifts is simply a joy. What kinds of items make the best Turkish souvenirs? Check out our guide.

Where is Cappadocia? This magical place in Turkey is something everyone should experience with its amazing fairy chimneys.

Turkish breakfast or “kahvaltı” is a great way to get your day started and it’s tasty, too! Let’s find out what’s in Turkish breakfast.

Cappadocia is one of the most magical, mesmerizing places on Earth. You will want to make the most out of it so definitely choose it’s the best time for you to go.

Lake Van, in eastern Turkey, hosts stunning scenery, a great boat ride, four islands, and an Armenian cathedral turned museum. It’s well worth the visit. Summer is the best time to vist the Lake Van area of Turkey. It’s elevation is about 5,400 feet, so it’s dry and can be quite cold most parts of the year. In June, the flowers are popping everywhere and the trees and ground are much greener than later in the summer. One of the most fun things to do is to take a quick 20 minute boat ride to Akdamar Island to visit the old Armenian Cathedral, and hike around the island for the day. It’s got a beautiful beach, fantastic walking trails, and …

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Troy – A dusty archaeological site with a fantastic story! Located on a strip of land with strategic advantages for controlling the Dardanelles Straits in northeastern Turkey, Troy is one of the most famous archaeological sites of all time.  Why is it famous you might ask? Because of the war between the Greeks and the Spartans to release the beauty Helen from her captives.  One person, Heinrich Schliemann, was obsessed with the story, possessed with finding Troy, and he and the city are forever intertwined with hope, romance, gold, scandal, and triumph. In the mid to late 1800s, Heinrich Schliemann became world famous for sticking to his beliefs, using grit and determination (and maybe some untruths) to uncover and prove …

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