Nicosia, also known as Lefkosia, is Cyprus‘ cosmopolitan capital and the only divided city left in Europe. Straddling South and North Cyprus, the latter being a country only recognized by Turkey, thousands of years of changed hands have left their mark on the city. So what should you do with just a few days in Nicosia? Rising conflicts led to the Turkish...
If you’re wondering about stray dogs in Cyprus, then we can only discern that you’re planning a trip to this sun-kissed isle out on the far eastern fringes of the Mediterranean. So, before we get going, we’ll say this: Good choice! This jewel-shaped rock has it all for the would-be vacationer, from glimmering beaches and bays swimming with turtles...
If you’ve been devouring too much halloumi and glugging extra rakija, perhaps it’s time to spice up your trip to the eastern Med with something a little more demanding? Cue this guide to the top adventure activities in Cyprus for the coming season. It’s all about helping you peel yourself from the poolside and start moving during vacation. Our list...
Tattoos are an expression of freedom, much like travel. So what better way to commemorate your trip abroad than with some new body art? Ink lovers, if you’re heading to Portugal’s hilly and coastal capital, you’re in luck. Lisbon is the perfect city to get a tattoo and these shops are the place to do it. Lisbon might be best known for its...
Turkey is a culturally distinct country in the Middle East, occupying a unique geographical position on the Anatolian Peninsula and a small region of the Balkans. It might be better known for its architecture, cuisine, and coastlines, but one of the first things you’ll notice, whether you’re walking the streets of Istanbul or Cappadocia, is the large...
Turkey bridges the gap between Asia and Europe. As it does that, it offers a sweep of territory that’s carved into caves in Cappadocia and crumpled into mountains along both the Caucuses and the Aegean Sea. It’s a haven for all sorts of animal life, but what about the most common birds in Turkey? Well…that’s what this guide is all about. It...
Southern Europe is blessed with sparkling holiday destinations and Croatia and Turkey are just two of them. Both complete with beach resorts, ancient history, and great climates, they may seem alike, but there’s more to these vacation meccas than meets the eye, and choosing between them is no easy feat. Located at the crossroads of western and southeast...
Turkey is a land of dusty mountains and wild plains, where ocelots roam the hillsides and wolf packs stalk the steppe. But there are also smaller critters in this eastern corner of the continent where Europe joins Asia, and plenty of eight-legged ones at that. But what are the most common spiders in Turkey? That’s precisely what this guide is all about. Here...
Straddling southeastern Europe and Western Asia, the sheer size of Turkey gives rise to a vast array of different habitats. From alpine mountain ranges, to sun-drenched coastal regions, the country’s geographic diversity creates the conditions for flourishing wildlife. But out of Turkey’s formidable range of native animals, which are the most deadly...
Mykonos is famed for its hedonistic nightlife, wild beach parties, boutique shopping, and delicious Mediterranean cuisine. The island is particularly popular with the rich and famous and is often referred to as “paradise for celebrities”. Yep, you’ll need your A-list spotters on full here! Unfortunately, Mykonos is also the most expensive Greek...
