Lusting the wanderlust life in Turkey

Homestyle hospitality for explorers of Ephesus

Hotel Akay, a family-owned and operated business in the leafy Turkish town of Selcuk, is an ideal base for travellers wishing to explore the ancient city of Ephesus.

Travellers could stay in the larger tourist towns of Kusadasi and Izmir nearby,...

Step back in time amongst hidden treasures

The Cukurcuma neighbourhood, just a short walk down the hill from Istanbul’s busy Istiklal Street, is an antique, vintage and retro lover’s delight.

Step onto Fiak Pasa Street or Turnacibasi Street and you step back in time. For here you can find...

Rubba-dub-dub it’s time for a scrub: The Hamam How to Guide

When visiting Turkey there is one experience not to be missed - the Turkish Bath (hamam). Here's a guide to enjoy one of the best tourist attractions in Turkey.
1) Most hamams have separate male and female baths, whilst others are unisex. Find a...

Take a break from shopping and dine at Hala on Istiklal

Spending a day shopping on Istanbul’s busy 3km Istiklal Street, can be a tiring experience and whilst there are many restaurants to fuel up at, Hala, a restaurant specialising in authentic home-cooked Anatolian cuisine is a popular pick with the...

Profiterole Paradise

If you’re a sweet tooth then welcome to paradise: Inci Patisserie, an iconic culinary landmark on the bustling Istiklal Street in Istanbul.

Here you can indulge in the patisserie’s famous profiteroles - pastries that at pumped with cream and...

Indulge your wine sensus in Istanbul

Turkey, one of the few countries in the world to be self-sustainable in food production and the grower of over 600 grape varieties is proving to be a growing leader in producing good quality wines. It is no wonder that wine bars specialising in...

Sunset cocktails over Istanbul

360, one of Istanbul’s elite rooftop restaurants is a popular place for locals to celebrate birthdays, milestones and romantic moments. Called 360 for its magnificent 360 degree views of Istanbul, its a great place to celebrate just being in...

One seat: Two continents - Magical setting

Istanbul is famous for being the only city in the world to span two continents (Asia and Europe) and one of my favourite casual dining experiences is to enjoy a turkish tea (cay) and dessert at Galata's rooftop, Konak Cafe. From one seat you will...

Cruise, Blue Cruise 007 style from Fethiye

The James Bond movie, Skyfall, featuring Daniel Craig hit cinemas in 2012 and the movie featured one of Turkey’s finest travelling experiences – a ‘blue cruise’ on the Mediterranean from Fethiye.

You too can live like Bond, James Bond on the...