Last updated: February 5, 2023 The new Istanbul Airport (IST) is as of 7 April 2019 the main international airport of Istanbul. The airport is located next to the Black Sea on the European side, about 40 km away from Taksim and 49 km from Sultanahmet. To reach your hotel, you have several options, each with its advantages and disadvantages. Here's an overview to help … [Read more...]
Top 15 Things to Do in Istanbul
Last updated: January 01, 2023 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 suggested something different. I also want to draw attention to many hidden gems, often … [Read more...]