Holiday Planning
Overview of the Main Tourist Areas in Istanbul
Istanbul is a huge city, consisting of no less than 39 districts. Each of these districts contain several towns – among which famous ones like Sultanahmet and Taksim. Luckily, finding your way around town as
Big Bus Istanbul Gets You Up to Speed
Big Buses blend into the Istanbul background very well. You don’t see them unless you pay attention. And once you do, you start seeing Big Bus Istanbul’s brown double-deckers everywhere. They take hundreds of tourists
I Used Istanbul Tourist Pass For 3 Days: Is It Worth It?
Is buying the Istanbul Tourist Pass something I should consider, people often ask me. Since I had never used it, I always found it hard to answer this question. Sure, I could do a few
Opening Hours of Istanbul Sightseeing Spots and Attractions
Have a look at the opening hours of Istanbul’s main tourist attractions when planning a city trip to Istanbul, so you don’t find yourself standing in front of a closed door. Sightseeing spots such as the
Things to Do in Spring in Istanbul
Spring is one of the most beautiful times to visit Istanbul. Temperatures are rising, but it’s not yet too warm. You can enjoy open terraces and outdoor activities, while the city is especially colorful in
What to do in Istanbul in February?
A metropolitan city such as Istanbul has a lot to offer year-round. February is the coldest month of the year with the temperature around 8℃ together with possible rain and snow showers. Maybe somewhere else
New Istanbul Airport Operational – Atatürk Airport Closed
Update: as of 7 April 2019, the new Istanbul Airport (IST) is operational and the only airport on the European side of Istanbul for commercial passenger airlines! Here you can find information on how to
Do I Need A Visa For Istanbul, Turkey?
If you want to enter Turkey, the rule of thumb is that you need to obtain a visa. However, as with any rule, there are some exceptions. These can be based on the country that
