As my trip in Turkey was coming to a close, I was flying out of Ankara and headed to Prague. As I was waiting for my short 1 hour flight from Ankara to Istanbul, I decided to check out the Primeclass Lounge. The lounge is adequate with drinks and food available. Serving traditional Turkish cuisine, … More Primeclass Lounge, Ankara, Domestic Terminal- Review
Located in the town of Goreme, this cave hotel is perfectly situated for any trip to the Cappadocia region and close to many of the site you’d want to visit. A no frills hotel, it certainly hits all the right notes. However, for those staying at a cave hotel for the first time, it’s important … More Diamond of Cappadocia – Review
For the final leg of my trip through Turkey, I had to drive the 3.5 – 4 hours from Ankara to Cappadocia. As I was planning, I was a bit apprehensive about driving since I wasn’t sure what the road conditions would be like. Also, I wasn’t sure if I’d have to drive with snow … More Driving in Turkey
An hour flight from Istanbul and another hour from the airport Pamukkale is an old Byzantine ruin mostly known for its natural hot springs and the pure white limestone pools it creates. This UNESCO World Heritage site is worth the trip if only to be able to see the springs and the landscape it creates … More Pamukkale
If you’re travelling to Pamukkale, I can think of no better hotel to say at than the Venus Suites Hotel. Not only is it about a 15 minute walk from the hotel, it provides everything you need in a no frills hotel. The proximity to Pamukkale, the price, and the service all combine to make … More Venus Suites Hotel – Review
Denizli airport is about an hour flight from Istanbul and is where you’ll fly into if you’re visiting the Pamukkale park. However, even though it may be the closest airport, it is also about a hour away from town. You can take a taxi all the way to your destination but that would pretty expensive. … More Shuttle from Denizli to/from Pamukkale
Taksim Square is probably the main focal point for most tourists to start their adventure. It’s a massive square that’s centrally located and has a bunch of eateries surrounding the square. There’s also a major Metro station where you can take the Metro or the bus from the bus terminal. Because of the major concentration … More Taksim Square Eateries and Scams
Using the Metro and public transportation in Istanbul is easy. However, it all contingent on your ability to buy an Istanbulkart card. You cannot buy single use tickets so you’ll need to purchase a card first. buying in Instabulkart card can be an exercise in patience if you don’t have the exact amount. Also since … More how to use the Metro in Istanbul