Spanning the continents of Europe and Asia, Istanbul is a multi-cultural mecca. With a population nearly double that of London, it's a bustling, vibrant city of traditions, mouth watering food, delicious coffee, incredible architecture, and warm, hospitable people. Always hovering high on my list of places to visit while I lived in London, but never … Continue reading The Best Bits of Istanbul in 72 Hours
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More than Turkish Coffee: Istanbul’s Coolest Cafes
Istanbul is a city of sacred tradition, and coffee is without a doubt one of them. You could say cafes are the lifeblood of Istanbul. Back in the Ottoman Empire, coffeehouses were strictly for men- women drank coffee at home. Nowadays, these laws aren't in place. You'll see men and women mingling in traditional coffeehouses … Continue reading More than Turkish Coffee: Istanbul’s Coolest Cafes
A Mini Guide: Two Days in ‘Out of This World’ Cappadocia
Cappadocia is one of the most photogenic places on the planet. World famous for its balloon rides at sunrise, the region's moon-like landscapes are what make it such a special place to visit. Once you arrive in Cappadocia, you quickly realize why the region is such a hot air balloon epicenter. The landscape is unreal, … Continue reading A Mini Guide: Two Days in ‘Out of This World’ Cappadocia
A Magical, Winter Sunrise in Cappadocia, Turkey
Cappadocia, Turkey, famous around the world for visions of hot air ballooning over ethereal, out of this world landscapes. In 2018 alone, over half of the world's hot air balloon rides took places in Cappadocia, with almost a half million people soaring through the skies. Once you arrive in Cappadocia, you quickly realize why the … Continue reading A Magical, Winter Sunrise in Cappadocia, Turkey