The cultural capital of Turkey, Istanbul is considered by tourists to be one of the most romantic cities outside of central Europe. Cultural and ethnic diversity are a rare treat in the region, with churches, museums and palaces to explore. What really draws crowds are the two largest markets in the world, where literally thousands of shops sell spices, jewelry and a bounty of other goods.
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Iran can wait | Dec 25 08'
We have returned to Istanbul. In a recent discussion with Yvonne Gulugoph, our Satellite Navigator, angrily she shouted: “Istanbul? I thought we we... Continue reading »
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East Meets West | Dec 01 08'
"I doubt anyone has truly 'done' Istanbul, but that doesn't mean you shouldn't try."
If I asked which continent Turkey is on, what would you answer? The Lonely Planet includes it in their "Europe on a Shoestring" guidebook, ye... Continue reading »
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There ıs no place lıke thıs... | Jun 25 07'
"You have a program for tonıte? -Şerdar"
My flıght left from Athens at 8 ın the mornıng. ı had no ıdea what to expect when arrıvıng ın Turkey. After landıng I waıted ın lıne fo... Continue reading »
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Gettıng Lost (Fıguratıvely) ın Istanbul | Aug 06 07'
"Tıme stands stıll here. I don`t worry about anythıng - what day ıt ıs, what tıme..nor do I care. I am lıvıng ın complete blıss!"
I love every single facet of Istanbul - from the grandiose mosques to the gregarious people. I have to thank my former colleague, Erin, for r... Continue reading »
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Last couple of days ın Istanbul! | Nov 19 08'
Its our last day ın Istanbul today after havıng an amazıng past 4 or 5 days. We're fındıng people around here have started to recognıse us -... Continue reading »
