Here are my top 15 things to do in Istanbul, in no particular order. I chose these not because they are popular, but because I think they are worth seeing or experiencing. Therefore, for instance, I didn’t include the world famous Blue Mosque, but suggest something different. I also want to draw attention to … Continue Reading
Planning
Where to Stay in Istanbul – Beyoğlu or Sultanahmet
Should I stay in Sultanahmet or Beyoğlu? That's a question people often ask me while they're planning their trip to Istanbul. The problem is that there is no straightforward answer to it. It's merely a matter of preference. Let me explain … Continue Reading
Visa Requirements and Procedures for Istanbul, Turkey
To enter Istanbul, or Turkey for that matter, most tourists will need some kind of visa. However, there are a few visa types, several ways to obtain your visa and different fees to pay. It all depends on your passport type, country of … Continue Reading
In Istanbul
How to Get From Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport to Taksim or Sultanahmet
The Sabiha Gökçen Istanbul Airport is attracting more and more passengers every year. Unfortunately, Sabiha Gökçen is located on the Asian side of Istanbul, well outside the city center. Unless your hotel has arranged for a free airport pick-up, you will need … Continue Reading
How to Get From the Istanbul (Atatürk) Airport to Your Hotel
Unless your hotel has arranged for a free airport pick-up, you will need to find transportation from the airport to your hotel. From the Atatürk International Airport in Istanbul, you have several options regardless the location of your hotel: Sultanahmet or … Continue Reading
Istanbul’s Street Food – What’s Hot And What’s Not!
Eating street food is very much part of the Istanbul way of life. You can't walk for over a kilometer without coming accross one or more street vendors and a dozen of snack shops or büfes. And with street food we don't just mean food literally bought and eaten … Continue Reading
Top 10 Night Clubs in Istanbul
Night life in Istanbul is huge. There are many popular establishments -- some aged over thirty years old and some very down to date. Being such a big city with several city centers, Istanbul has more than one entertainment destination.On the Asian side … Continue Reading