If medieval fortresses, coastal resorts, and Turkish beaches sound good to you, congratulations – Bodrum will be a great holiday destination for you. But you may wonder, how should you budget for your trip. Is Bodrum expensive? Fortunately, Bodrum is also one of Turkey’s cheapest destinations. The average cost of a one-week holiday to Bodrum is $500 for a solo...
Portugal or Turkey – now that’s a tough one. Sitting at opposite ends of Europe, one of the lashing Atlantic Ocean, the other straddling the straits that link to Asia, these two countries are both vacationer meccas. They offer balmy climates with loads of sun, tried-and-tested beach resorts, stacks of culture, and oodles of adventure pursuits for the more...
Turkey’s capital Ankara attracts just a fraction of the tourists that head to its better-known cousin, Istanbul. Sitting in Turkey’s central Anatolia region, the cosmopolitan city is one of Europe’s relatively unexplored tourist destinations. But is Ankara worth visiting? We think so. A treasure trove of ancient architecture, historical wonders and culinary...
Antalya is a popular Turkish resort city with a yacht-filled harbor and beaches flanked by large resorts. It’s the perfect getaway for groups, families, and couples but choosing where to stay in Antalya for couples can often be difficult. Depending on the type of vacation you are looking for will largely determine the type of hotels or resorts you’ll want to...
Is Istanbul worth visiting? You bet it is! Often overlooked in favor of the southern beach resorts or the fairy chimneys of Cappadocia, Turkey’s biggest city might not be in the travel brochures that much, but it’s one darn enthralling place. That’s what this guide aims to show, by running through nine amazing aspects of this fizzing, throbbing...
If you’re planning a getaway to sun-splashed Turkey this year and it’s come down to Antalya or Marmaris, then you’ve come to the right place. This guide will separate the two ever-popular Turkish resorts on the edge of the Mediterranean Sea, take a look at what sets them apart, and reveal what ties them together. The good news is that we think...
If you’re reading this, then you’re probably a smart traveler who wants to make sure they stay safe (you rock!). And, while the majority of people travel to Turkey and have the most wonderful and trouble-free time, there are some dangerous places you really want to avoid. Turkey has long been a popular tourist destination. Like other places frequented by...
Let loose on your trip to the land of kebabs and shisha pipes with this guide to the five best party destinations in Turkey. There’s one seriously hedonistic mix of spots to get through here, no matter if you’re after wild cityscapes that never sleep or sun-splashed beach resorts with pumping yachter bars fringing the Aegean Sea. Our array of the best...
Turkey is rife with dangerous animals across the diverse landscape. From the popular sun-drenched tourist beaches to the far reaches of the rocky mountain ranges, creatures lurk in the shadows possessing the means to kill, and some even a motive! So, what about venomous snakes in Turkey? There are over 45 species of snakes in Turkey, but not all are deadly. Only 12...
Istanbul is the city where Europe meets Asia through the narrow Bosphorus strait. Millions of people call this megalopolis home, but also millions of visitors make their way to see the wonderful sights and architecture that Turkey’s largest city has to offer. From the historical Sultanahmet District to the majestic Hagia Sofia mosque, there’s no shortage...