The Turquoise Coast? I know…it sounds like the ultimate tourist cliché. In reality, Turkey’s southwestern coastline is just that—a dazzling blend of ocean and sky in a vibrant turquoise palette. It’s staggeringly picturesque! Come experience it with me both by sea and by land…
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It’s a bird! It’s a plane! No, it’s us…floating over Cappadocia!
Cappadocia’s bizarre wonderland of Fairy Chimneys and honeycombed hills blew me away. And its human history matches the fantastical scenery. Centuries ago, the original inhabitants of these valleys hollowed homes, sacred sites—even entire underground cities—out of the region’s soft volcanic stone…
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“Go for a hammam,” my girlfriend said. “You won’t need to shave your legs for the rest of your trip!” Experiencing an authentic Turkish Bath (or Hammam) can be a little intimidating if you don’t know what to expect – but I’ve got you covered with this first-time guide to the Turkish Hammam!
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