So you have just one day in Istanbul. Maybe on an extended layover which happens all the time, or you just have a much needed break between flights. Perhaps you are in town on business, and have a day to spare. In any case, this Istanbul Itinerary will take you […]
When it comes to planning a European vacation, there are many destinations and cities that automatically go onto the list. Places such as Paris, Rome and London tend to feature prominently. But what about a place such as Istanbul? Unless you are stopping by on a layover, many people tend […]
Getting around in Turkey is easy, despite the rather large size of the country. There are many options to move between major cities and locations, the most common of which is by plane or bus. Obviously, plane is fastest, but sometimes not the most economical or convenient. This brings catching […]
Any visitor to Cappadocia is coming for two things. Balloons and the incredible landscapes. Right? Well, the balloons are wonderful, but in the end they are pretty much a money making gimic. The landscape however, is incredible. You can see much of the highlights right near Goreme itself, but to […]
Istanbul is one of the most amazing cities on Earth. That is no exaggeration. It has been famous for hundreds, even thousands of years as a place that travelers have longed to visit, and nothing has changed in modern day. A simple walk around Istanbul is awe inspiring, and if […]
It sounds like a crazy question, but there it is anyway. Is Winter in Turkey actually a better time to visit? Well, I have just spent an entire month in Turkey during winter, and guess what? It was pretty damned good! Welcome to my 17th edition of THE JOURNEY! I […]
Having recently spent quite some time (on two separate occasions) in Kadikoy, Istanbul, we managed to seek out and discover quite a few, very nice, budget places to eat. In fact, the food at some of them exceeded the food at most of the more expensive places. That being the […]
Last week the Indonesian Parliament signed off on a range of new laws, some of which have caused quite a stir. The one that has caused the most consternation, and dare I say, confusion especially within media, is the “sex ban” law. This new Bali law, as many are calling […]
Antalya Old Town, also known as Kaleici, is the central point of the city of Antalya. It is fair to say that the entire city of Antalya is built with Old Town at its center, because really, it is. Old Town is a collection of streets, buildings and Harbor that […]
When it comes to choosing a neighborhood of Istanbul to base yourself, most visitors tend to totally overlook Kadikoy. This is a shame, as Kadikoy is a wonderful place with many aspects that are attractive to the potential visitor. I personally became aware of this whilst doing my own research […]
If you are staying in Kadikoy, Istanbul, then you will will get to know the Kadikoy Ferry very, very well. It is the main, and I believe the best way to get to the European side of Istanbul. If you are staying ON the European side, and wish to visit […]
Something that many international travelers don’t think about when arranging their dream vacation, is how far the airport is from the city they are visiting. For most major cities, that is a long way. It can cost up to a hundred dollars in a taxi, or worse, just to get […]