Despite its prominent status on the international travel scene, as one of the most visited countries in the world, Turkey has sometimes been and is still somewhat widely misunderstood by people who haven’t visited it. Therefore, to present a well-rounded picture of the country, we have listed our favourite facts about Turkey that also make for interesting reading. Turkey is an incredibly diverse country and to summarise it in one sentence or a neat paragraph is an impossible task. However, these facts should highlight the distinct characteristics of the country tha ..read more

If you think having a holiday in Turkey revolves around a beach and a great tan, then you couldn’t be more wrong. There is plenty more things to do so we have put together a list of some of the fantastic alternatives to help you see the country in a new light and make your stay unforgettable. Explore Istanbul Working your way around what used be the old capital of Constantinople, you’ll soon appreciate why the city is a ‘must’ to visit. Whether it’s admiring the iconic Blue Mosque, o ..read more

The never ending and comprehensive list of things to do in Cappadocia excites everyone from families, couples, solo travellers, and groups of friends. Known for its cave churches, hotels, and fairy chimney rocks, this is because of Cappadocia’s ability to accommodate everyone no matter what their interest. Since Cappadocia is in the heart of the central Anatolian region of Turkey, nature lovers find themselves in one of the country’s most scenic landscapes where flora and fauna thrive in among the deep valleys and lunar-like landscape. This also interests novice an ..read more

In the past twenty years, Turkish cuisine has emerged onto the global food scene as a player to be reckoned with. Previously viewed as just a nation of kebab lovers, people everywhere have woken up to the fact that Turkish food dishes are more than just that. Fusing ingredients with unique cooking techniques, visitors to the country have more choice than ever before as regional dishes have also gone countrywide. From the simple starters to traditional dishes making the most of locally grown produce, even if you are a fussy eater, most dishes will satisfy and tempt ..read more

The country of Turkey, being the 37th largest in the world is a traveller’s delight. From the east to the west spanning thousands of kilometres, many places to visit in Turkey are unique attractions. From historical landmarks to renowned sites of nature, most have graced glossy pages of international travel magazines as recommended travel destinations. Part of the popularity is that Turkey is also an incredibly comfortable country for accessible travel. Therefore, despite its vast landscape, getting quickly from one place to another has boosted the popularity of it ..read more

An exciting part of going abroad is buying souvenirs to take back home. Whether they are traditional, quirky, edible or purely for nostalgic memories, when you are on vacation in Turkey, the choice of souvenirs to buy is limitless! No matter where you go in the country, small souvenir shops sell a range of delights for yourself, friends, and family at home. The choice is overwhelming, so we have put together this list of countrywide and regional souvenirs to help you choose. We have also listed some helpful hints on buying them as well as the best places to go ..read more

In 1453, the Ottoman Empire triumphantly stormed into Constantinople to capture the strategically important city. From then on, for 465 years, the sultans and their advisors managed lands spanning nearly half the world from their ruling capital. Indeed they were one of the most successful empires of all times and definitely changed the course of history. So what ultimately caused their demise? Well, in the beginning, Ottoman sultans and their armies prided themselves on being fighters. Despite gaining vast riches beyond their imagination, tactical warfare and occup ..read more

As Turkey’s largest city, there is much to do and see in former Constantinople, but the most favorite attractions, especially for first-time visitors sit in the Sultanahmet district of Istanbul. Known as the old part of the city, it was the ruling capital centers for both the Byzantine and Ottoman empires. The iconic landmark structures they left behind receive great admiration from many nationalities. The area with its “feel good” ambiance has for many years hosted international travelers and tourists so every amenity is on hand to suit all preferences and taste ..read more

With roughly 7,200 kilometers of coastline, it is no surprise that Turkey is a major cruising and sailing destination. Sitting on the edge of Europe, it taps into the continents popularity as the second most visited cruise destination in the world. Indeed, an official report by the Cruise Lines International Association stated that in 2013, 683,598 cruise passengers docked into Istanbul and further down the Aegean coast, 580, 000 passengers docked into the cosmopolitan resort of Kusadasi. This is impressive for a country in the infancy stages of building cruise shi ..read more

In the past twenty years, Turkish cuisine has emerged onto the global food scene as a player to be reckoned with. Previously viewed as just a nation of kebab lovers, people everywhere have woken up to the fact that Turkish food dishes are more than just that. Fusing ingredients with unique cooking techniques, visitors to the country have more choice than ever before as regional dishes have also gone countrywide. From the simple starters to traditional dishes making the most of locally grown produce, even if you are a fussy eater, most dishes will satisfy and tempt ..read more