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Is the Expat Bubble in Turkey Collapsing? What It Means Now

I first encountered the term “expat syndrome” in 2014, although I couldn’t find any formal recognition of it in psychological literature. The phrase appears to have…

Kuşadası Harbor Guide: Top Things to See, Do & Nearby Beaches

Kuşadası harbour retains much of the town’s original village character despite Kuşadası’s rise as a popular cruise-ship stop. Many visitors miss this quieter side because it…

Topkapi Palace Visitor Guide: Insider Tips from a Local

Planning a visit to Topkapi Palace in Istanbul? This travel guide covers everything you need to know! Perhaps a historical documentary or a TV series sparked…

Kuşadası Travel Guide: Top Things to Do and See in Turkey

Kusadasi on Turkey’s Aegean coast is a place I feel neutral about — neither loving nor hating it. It hasn’t thrilled me, but it has rarely…

Camel Wrestling in Turkey: Inside the Traditional Aegean Festival

I have seen many sights during my time in Turkey, but none matched the experience I had last Sunday. Seven of us hired a driver and…

11 Themed Trips in Turkey: Culture, Food, Coast & Adventure

Turkey is well known for its warm hospitality and ability to welcome visitors from around the world. Many travelers praise the friendliness of Turkish people, and…

Mouthwatering Turkish Food Blogs That Inspire Authentic Recipes

If you enjoy cooking or simply love reading about food, these Turkish food blogs are a wonderful place to discover new recipes. They range from simple,…

Saint Nicholas: The Story of Santa Claus in Turkey

Every year around Christmas, millions of parents take part in one of the season’s gentlest deceptions: the story of Santa Claus. It begins in a child’s…

Top Things to Do on Istanbul’s Asian Side: Local Guide

Are you planning a day trip to Istanbul’s Asian side and need inspiration? This list highlights more than 15 top places to visit and things to…

Dolmabahçe Palace Istanbul: Inside the Ottoman Empire’s Final Years

Dolmabahce Palace in Istanbul, occupying a prominent position on the European shore of the Bosphorus, is one of the city’s most impressive and thought-provoking landmarks. Built…