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How Turkish Carpets Are Made: A Photo Essay on Traditional Weaving

For years, many culturally minded people in Turkey have worried that the centuries-old craft of handmade Turkish carpets is fading, replaced by cheaper machine-made rugs sold…

Discover Turkish Wines: Guide to Top Regions & Varieties

Many visitors are surprised to discover that Turkey is a wine-producing country. After a day of sightseeing, few pleasures rival sitting on a balcony with a…

Bodrum to Kos Ferry: Schedule, Tickets & Travel Tips

Looking for a Greek island escape less than an hour from Türkiye? Or wondering how to travel between Bodrum and Kos? The Bodrum to Kos ferry…

Yayla Houses of Demirkapı Plateau: Traditional Mountain Retreats

Demirkapi Plateau is one of the most surreal places I have visited in Turkey. Tucked high in the Kaçkar Mountains, we left Uzungöl early and followed…

Why I Fell in Love with Simena and Want to Go Back

My visit to Simena was brief, and it left me with a lingering sense of regret. After exploring the submerged ruins around Kekova, we arrived in…

Island Hopping Between Turkey and Greece: Complete Travel Guide

Did you know you can reach more than ten Greek islands directly from Türkiye? It’s true. If you’re tired of crowded Antalya beaches or the usual…

Top Vegetarian Restaurants to Try in Istanbul — 6 Must-Visit Spots

For vegetarians traveling the world, food concerns go beyond the ordinary: you want meals that are delicious, affordable, safe, and suited to your dietary needs. In…

Sirince Village Wine Tasting Tours and Vineyard Experiences

If you visit Turkey’s Aegean coast, make time for the hilltop village of Sirince. Renowned throughout the country for its local wines and tastings, Sirince sits…

Turkey Is Open for Travel: Don’t Cancel Your Holiday Plans

Update – July 2016 – If you are here seeking information after the July 15th coup attempt in Turkey, follow guidance from your government’s travel department.…

Discover the Aegean Coast of Turkey: Top Beaches, Towns & Tips

The Aegean coast of Turkey runs from the northern approaches near Istanbul down along the west coast to the Marmaris region. Once a chain of fishing…