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The Grand Bazaar of Istanbul : A Photo Guide
The Grand bazaar of Istanbul is not your average shopping mall. The shopkeepers are not shy about letting you know that they want your money and will do their best...
Save Water – Drink Wine
“Save water – Drink Wine” became the motto of our last girl’s weekend in Istanbul. It all started when I was stood at the open top of the Galata tower, which...
Bars in Taksim – Nightlife For Females and Foreigners
I am not a night-time person any more. I like to wake up early and go to bed early. My partying days are well and truly behind me. However when visiting one of the...
The Ghost Village Of Kayakoy
Kayakoy ghost village lies a short distance from the bustling and popular resorts of Fethiye and Olu Deniz. It is deserted, it is lifeless, the houses are crumbling...
Horse Racing in Turkey – How NOT To Blend In With the Locals
Here is the thing about horseracing and me. There is no great passion on my behalf. I do not bet, follow jockeys, go to the tracks and I have never ridden a horse...
Galata Bridge : The Happening Place to Be
For the thousands of people who catch cheap flights to Turkey and head to the impressive city of Istanbul, the first question that is often on their mind is “Where...
Dolmabahce Palace – The Last Days of the Ottoman Empire
Out of all the sites to see in Istanbul, the most intriguing has to be the grand and impressive Dolmabahce Palace. Home to the last six sultans of the abolished...
I Love Istanbul and Here Are Five Reasons Why
A huge welcome from The Turkish Travel Blog to Ricky Carbis who has submitted this post on the reasons why he loves Istanbul. Istanbul has for a long time, been...
My Istanbul Pictures in Black and White
To start this series, I wanted to share my Istanbul pictures and was undecided as to whether black and white was the right format to do it. After all, Istanbul is...
Sea Kayaking in Turkey : A Personal Challenge to Conquer
“Believe me, my young friend, there is nothing- absolutely nothing- half so much worth doing as simply messing about in boats” Quote by The Water Rat from...
The Burning Flames of Chimaera
Travel websites describe the burning flames of Chimaera as “fascinating”. They recommend the eternal fire of Lycia is a “must visit” when in the...
Olu Deniz – Forgiving the None Traditional Vibes
One of my favourite destinations on my solo tour was Olu Deniz. Located on the south western coast of Turkey, it is a popular holiday destination for many Brits....
Idyllic Phaselis : Beautiful Beaches and Ancient Ruins
Phaselis is backed by magnificent mountains and surrounded by the clear waters of the Mediterranean sea. It is an idyllic setting in which to spend the day relaxing...
Paragliding in Turkey : Thrilling Experience or Safety Hazard?
Veske is a confident man with an addictive passion for paragliding. He does not just do it at the weekends or when he has opportunity to go on holiday. No, he...
Uzumlu and Traditional Turkish Life. A Photo Post
Here is the problem with the village of Uzumlu which is in the South west of Turkey. It lacks energy. The people are old, the houses are crumbling and even the...
