Tips & Tricks
Kartepe (ski resort) – located 1 ½ hour (110 km) east of Istanbul, this is one of Turkey’s major ski resorts. Located on the peak of Samanlı Mountains located in Kocaeli province in the Marmara Region, Kartepe is the closest ski resort to Istanbul. Kartepe may be a suitable option for those are thinking of […]
Suma Beach — just an hour’s drive north of Istanbul, this beach (located on the European side of Turkey and facing the Black Sea) is a popular destination for those wanting a break from the hectic pace of Istanbul. Among the activities pursued there are surfing and kitesurfing. In addition, electronic music events like “Big […]
Pamukkale Thermal Pools (Denizli Province) – located 7 hours south of Istanbul via car (or an hour via plane), this natural wonder is comprised of terraces and travertine formed by hot springs and streams depositing carbonate minerals. Pamukkale has gained eminence for its waters believed to have curative powers and been used as a thermal […]
Kaş (seaside resort town) — one of the major cities of Lycia and located in the western part of Antalya, Kaş is a natural wonder which impresses visitors with a spectacular geography. Also known as “the Land of Light, “and the residential area of many ancient cities, Kaş is a peaceful seaside resort located by […]
Marmaris (Mugla province)(beach town) – located 9 hours via car south of Istanbul, Marmaris (located within the Turkish Riviera) is a splendid holiday resort with a history dating back to 12,000 BC. Surrounded by a lush green forests of pine trees and the deep blue sea stretching in front of it, Marmaris bedazzles its visitors […]
Kuşadasi — founded by the Ionians and formerly known by the name Neopolis, Kusadası has been the cradle of culture and art throughout centuries. Although the exact time of foundation of this antique city is unknown, it is for sure that this pearl of the gulf was established by the Ionians under the rule of […]