With its meandering canal splitting the city in two, charming traditional houses, and soft green mountains framing the background, it’s easy to imagine Amasya as a city fit for a fairytale. In fact, Amasya is a recurring favorite on lists showcasing the ‘Best Fairytale Cities’ in Turkey and Europe! 

Most travelers haven’t heard of Kastamonu (Turkey) or know very little about the city, but that’s no surprise — Kastamonu is one of the Black Sea region’s best-kept secrets.  Even better, Kastamonu has everything you need as a tourist destination, but without the tourists!

While still very much under the radar, a trip to Sinop (Turkey) should definitely be part of your Black Sea itinerary.  This city is a wonderful mix of rugged landscapes that are ubiquitous to the Black Sea, a unique cuisine full of hearty dishes and comfort food, a small-town atmosphere with a big heart, and the place where you’ll find the happiest locals in Turkey (seriously!)