Surreal Scuba: Diving to a Plane
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My next coastal stop in Turkey is the town of Kas, which has a fully intact plane purposely sunk as a dive site just off-shore — easily the most unique thing I’ve seen underwater! Continue reading
Category Archives: Turkey
Paragliding in Oludinez, Turkey
I plan to spend a relaxing day by the Blue Lagoon in Oludinez… and spontaneously end up paragliding over it. I love surprise travel twists! Continue reading
Pamukkale for the Win
No, that’s not snow — it’s terraces of minerals created by natural hot springs! I spend an afternoon walking around Pamukkale in ankle-deep hot water and then swim among ancient ruins in Cleopatra’s Pool. Continue reading
Ruins at Ephesus, Turkey
While Ephesus might be a lesser known archaeological site than Petra, its ruins are no less impressive. I spend an afternoon here and stumble upon one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Continue reading
Out on the Town in Turkey
We enjoy decadent meals in Istanbul, but the best part is the view from rooftop terraces overlooking the city. It’s the best spot for photo ops! Here are my favorites… Continue reading
Istanbul’s Grand Bazaar
Bustling with tourists and eager shopkeepers, the Grand Bazaar is packed with every kind of souvenir and textile tokens of Turkey that you can imagine — clothes, jewelry, rugs, pillows, lanterns, soap, trinkets, and more. Continue reading
Harem at Topkapi Palace & Hagia Sophia
It’s a feast for the eyes — today we explore the Sultan’s Harem at Topkapi Palace and the Hagia Sophia deconsecrated mosque. Continue reading
Beyond the Blue Mosque
While the Blue Mosque may be the most famous of its kind in Istanbul, I fell hard for the Suleymaniye Mosque. Check out photos of both of these impressive sites. Continue reading
Greetings from Istanbul, Turkey!
Thrilled to share this first post from one of my all-time favorite cities. We walk along the Bosphorus River, explore an underground cistern, and eat lots of baklava during our days here. Continue reading
Turkey at a Glance
I have a lot of favorites from this trip, but Turkey is right near the top. Check out the highlights from my 2+ weeks traveling around this glorious place. Continue reading