Travel ideas for Turkey – trip tips and recommendations from my experiences travelling in Turkey. This country straddles Europe and Asia and has beautiful landscapes, attractive cities, ancient sites, and rich cultural traditions. Here you will find exciting travel ideas for travelling in Turkey so start planning your trip now and experience everything that Turkey has to offer travellers.
All the way along the Turquoise coast in Turkey are small beach towns, coastal villages and modern cities connected by a winding asphalt road. However, the most beautiful and unique beaches remain isolated from roads and noisy traffic and hidden between sheer cliff faces or rolling hills. The only way […]
With pristine waters, dramatic coastline and hundreds of islands dotted around, the stretch of land between Fethiye and Marmaris is something to be marvelled at. What better way to see it than aboard a traditional Turkish Gulet cruise? Setting sail from Fethiye Starting your voyage on the Fethiye Marmaris blue […]
The world is an incredible place, brimming with some truly magical things. One such mystic destination is Turkey. It’s here where cultures and stunning landscapes combine. Turkey is therefore a perfect destination for holidaymakers looking for the best of both worlds – a beach holiday with a twist. Istanbul […]
Within half an hour of arriving in Istanbul Wandering Kiwi Jr was being called princess and offered the hand of the waiter’s brother’s son in marriage. Indeed she was the key to getting to the heart of this ancient city, one of the many benefits of travel with children. She loved […]
Tucked away right in the south west corner of Turkey is Antalya. This is an area of the country that is often called the Turkish Riviera, because of its popularity and because the conditions here are perfect for many types of holiday. The city of Antalya is undoubtedly the star […]
I always like to book a holiday in November or late October. Living in the northern hemisphere, this time of the year is on the cusp of winter and it is nice to grab a slice of sunshine to carry you through the colder months. Here are a few ideas […]
In Istanbul’s Grand Bazaar men sit passing the time of day on low stools, prayer beads dripping from their fingertips. Tea is delivered in tiny glass and filigree cups, delivered on a tray. Nearby at this extensive covered market a rug seller sits on a great pile of kilims, completely […]
The one-day Bosphorus Cruise along the strait that divides Europe and Asia has long been a classic component of any Istanbul itinerary but I found it less touristy than expected and infinitely pleasurable. The old ferry passes a line of fishermen setting up for a day on the docks and […]