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travel trip aroun Turkey

Posted by siahsepid

Dear freinds I'm planing for travel trip around Turkey for June-septamber,Ankara,Ezmir,Antalya,North Cyprus,Konya,Istanbul ,... I'm student and have 29 years old.Like to find travel partner(men only plz)

Hagia Sofia in Istanbul

Posted by greekcypriot

... vast dome of Hagia Sofia is a fine representation of the powers of both the Holy Roman Empire and the Ottoman Empire. Istanbul's Hagia Sofia, famed for its massive dome, was both the largest cathedral in Christendom and a mosque of central importance to ...

48 Hours in İstanbul

Posted by manzara

"Mosques, mansions and markets: Turkey's biggest city has plenty to intrigue the weekend visitor." This article has lots of useful information for a short break in İstanbul.

Weather in Turkey during March '10

Posted by manzara

][/quote] A great help, i didnt expect temperatures to be that low. I would probably be heading to the western side, istanbul, also considering ephesus.. So i would definitely be needing thicker clothes then? [/quote] Yes, I should err on the side of &# ...

A Weekend in İstanbul

Posted by manzara

"Turkey's second city shines as the country's culture capital". A recent article from TravelMail Online.

Cheap Flights in Middle East

Posted by lkidner

Hello; We're looking for cheap flights through the Middle East and Turkey. We would essentially like to travel from Jakarta to Istanbul one-way. Does anybody know the cheap airlines around this area of the world? Thank you

Turkey in Winter

Posted by lkidner

Hey travelers, We're planning a trip from Istanbul to as far east as we can get (hopefully Indonesia) and will be starting our trip in January of this year. Does anybody know how we will fare in our travels through Eastern Turkey in January? Will the ...

travel to turkey?

Posted by sinnicole

hi.... I am a 25 year old female traveling solo. I will be in turkey around 20 july... I would love to visit istanbul, but would really like to explore more of the country as well. I would love to meet up if you are available during the end of July. e- ...

travel to turkey?

Posted by twilight

Hi I am living in istanbul and wish to go on a vacation in the aouth coasts of Turkey. I am female, 27 years old, well educated, cheerful and friendly i think if anybody interested please send me an email

İstanbul City Guide

Posted by directtraveller

Posted on Apr 15, 2013, 02:46:14

Perfect guide for those who are looking Istanbul City holidays.

Istanbul's Roman Past

Posted by manzara

If you know where to look, Istanbul's Roman past pokes up throughout the city, as Harry Mount of Telegraph Online discovers

Turkish Music and dance in Istanbul?

Posted by elyzabeth

We will be leaving for Istanbul in a couple of day, but as title says no info in guide books re: turkish music and Folk dance? Also Belly dancing? Don't want to go to some seedy , unknown place, the only place I've found is Galata Towers has ...

Your Opinions on Turkey

Posted by manzara

... a church over time. Aya Sofya is impressive - one of the first things most visitors want to see when they're in Istanbul. Topkapı Palace: Home of the Ottoman Sultans for nearly 400 years, Topkapı Sarayı was the heart of the vast ...

Istanbul - The Next Paris?

Posted by manzara

Over the past decade, Istanbul-the mesmerizing ancient capital that straddles two continents-has boomed, restoring itself to the global stage as a portal to Asia and the new Middle East. Alan Richman wanders the streets, bazaars, and waterways, and ...

Istanbul: Old city, new spirit

Posted by jasminevs

Istanbul is a city where you can find anything, it is where east and west meet, absolutely amazing city!

Istanbul: Old city, new spirit

Posted by manzara

With its Byzantine churches and Ottoman palaces, Istanbul can seem like a timewarp - but a new energy is running through it. Lisa Grainger, in Telegraph Online finds 21st-century monuments rising among the minarets, from boutique hotels, rooftop bars and ...

Scuba diving near Istanbul.

Posted by manzara

Hello Shaun and Karen. I have no personal experience of reccomendations for Scuba Diving in Istanbul but may be helpful.

A Perfect Day in Istanbul

Posted by summertimeparty

Goo idea for transportation around Istanbul you can find .

Istanbul visit - Istanbul travel question

Posted by summertimeparty

I can suggest you to use the services of professional guides. There are a lot of companies such as which offer both accommodation and transportation in Istanbul.

A Perfect Day in Istanbul

Posted by manzara

Virginia Maxwell. Lonely Planet Author, describes her perfect day in Istanbul.

Rent a car in Turkey

Posted by manzara

Yes, in Istanbul you will need to keep your wits about you and expect the unexpected but elsewhere you shouldn't have a problem. You could check out who will search many rental companies and give a selection of prices.

Hidden Tastes of İstanbul

Posted by manzara

Expats Ansel Mullins and Yigal Schleifer, who run the food blog Istanbul Eats, publish a book compiling 88 of the city's best undiscovered eateries. The book features small, family-run establishments and street-food stands that would otherwise be known ...

Cheapest Way to Istanbul from Germany

Posted by manzara

... . Dussedorf and Hanover. For details of the journey by rail have a look Scroll down to the section "Train times London ► Istanbul" then look at "Day 2" for details of the journey from Munich. Do let me know if I can help ...

Cheapest Way to Istanbul from Germany

Posted by caseygcrosbie

I'm going to be in Germany at the start of September, and need to be in Istanbul on Sept 13th. What is the cheapest way to get there? I can spend up to a week or so traveling. Should I take a train or is a flight the cheapest/easiest?

İstanbul Spring and Summer Guide 2010

Posted by claireluton2010

Thanks for posting, there was a lot of useful information there . Istanbul is definitely on my list of places to see, will anyone be holidaying there this summer? Claire

Amazing Grand Bazaar Istanbul Turkey

Posted by manzara

Thanks for that information, trekkervicky and bhaklava. It certainly seems a great scheme. is a direct link to the Istanbul Personal Shopper website.

Rent a car in Turkey

Posted by parouk05

We will be visiting Istanbul at first and then have a trip to the mediterranean shore

Hagia Sofia in Istanbul

Posted by papayaprincess

Wow! You both sure know your stuff!! I have to agree though, it's an amazing piece of architecture and being in that area of Istanbul with the Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque is an amazing experience!!!

Istanbul visit

Posted by manzara

Hello again, salahatc. I can't improve on the tripadvisor link posted by starlagurl but if you want any more detailed information concerning any of the attractions of this beautiful city, please let us know. I have visited İstanbul on many, ...

Istanbul visit

Posted by starlagurl

I like to check TripAdvisor for things to do before I go anywhere... Do these things look like fun for you?

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