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Explore Turkey’s Bodrum Peninsula: Top Beaches, Villages & Tips

The Bodrum Peninsula on Turkey’s Aegean coast is undeniably one of the country’s most picturesque destinations. Famous for whitewashed houses spilling down green hillsides and facing…

Top All-Inclusive Hotels in Bodrum: 15 Handpicked by a Local

Merhaba, jetsetter! Ready to relax at some of Bodrum’s best all-inclusive resorts? Pack your sunglasses and beach bag—let’s go! Living in Turkey and spending summers along…

Find the Woman Hidden in a Turkish Tea House Puzzle

Every town, city and village in Turkey has a tea house. These tea houses are an integral part of community life. They are not the same…

Discover Wildlife at Izmir Zoo: Animals, Exhibits & Tips

Zoo animals make excellent subjects for photography while traveling. In a previous article I wrote about my reasons for visiting Izmir Zoo and Wildlife Park and…

Hidden Beaches of Southwest Turkey: Guide to Secluded Coastal Gems

Jessie is an avid traveler who visits Turkey every year. She has explored many parts of the country but favors the Mediterranean coast for its beaches.…

Mavişehir: Sunset Views and Lively Night Markets in Turkey

My wife and I have been spending holidays in Turkey for almost four years. We own a small apartment in Altinkum, Didim, roughly an hour’s drive…

Discover Turkey’s History: A Traveler’s Guide to Historic Sites

From the opening chapter, Richard Tillinghast’s travel guide to Turkish history draws you in. A writer and poet who first visited Turkey in the 1960s, Tillinghast…

Turkey Tourism: Visitor Stats, Trends, and Future Plans (Infographic)

On the Turkish Travel Blog I often spend free time exploring and sharing travel observations. While reviewing recent official tourism statistics from the Turkish Ministry of…

Exploring the Ancient Theatre of Ephesus: Visitor Guide and Tips

To be honest, the Ephesus theatre is not my favorite site. I find it difficult to admire a place that once hosted gladiator contests and animal…

SAW Airport to Taksim: 4 Ways to Travel (Shuttle, Metro, Taxi)

If your trip to Istanbul means landing at Sabiha Gokcen Airport (SAW) while your hotel is in Taksim, this guide will help you choose the best…