17+ Things To Do on the Asian Side of Istanbul (From a Local!)
Are you planning a day trip to Istanbul’s Asian side and need inspiration? This list has more than 15 amazing places to visit and things to do on Istanbul’s Asian side! As two locals (we live in one of the neighborhoods on this list 😉), we’ve explored practically every centimeter of Istanbul’s Asian side, from…
Where to Stay in Kadıköy (Istanbul): Neighborhood Guide & Best Hotels
Looking to escape the tourist traps of Sultanahmet, sidestep the crowds of Beyoğlu, and experience a different side of Istanbul? We recommend staying in Kadıköy!Located on Istanbul’s Asian side, Kadıköy offers a genuine ‘local’ experience that’s often overlooked by the average traveler. It’s a sprawling neighborhood that feels like “a city within a city” but…
How to Travel to Istanbul’s Asian Side from the European Side: All 6 Ways
You’ve probably heard the famous cliche that Istanbul is one of those rare cities that’s located on two continents: Europe and Asia. But what if you wanted to actually travel between those two continents and are wondering how to get to the Asian side of Istanbul? Then you’ve come to the right place. 🙂 We…
200+ Essential Turkish Travel Phrases for Tourists (with Pronunciation!)
Merhaba and welcome to Turkish 101 class! If you’re looking to learn some of the most important Turkish words and phrases before your trip to Turkey, you’re in the right place. 🙂 This massive article is packed with the most common words and phrases in Turkish for every travel situation, including basic Turkish greetings and…
Airports in Turkey: Info About ALL 50+ Airports & Travel Tips
Did you know that Türkiye is the 5th most visited country in the world? In 2023 alone, it welcomed over 55 million international tourists! To accommodate the huge number of local and international tourists and make it easier to get from Point A to Point B, Turkey has invested heavily into its airport infrastructure. As…
Istanbul Airport vs Sabiha Gökçen Airport: Which One Should You Choose?
Planning to travel to Istanbul (or Türkiye in general)? One of the first decisions you’ll need to make is choosing the correct airport. But here’s the kicker: Istanbul has two major airports — Istanbul Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW)! We like to joke that since Istanbul is the most-visited city in Türkiye, it’s…
20 Essential Apps For Traveling in Turkey + 4 We don’t recommend!
Make your trip to Turkey easier, fun, and stress-free with these super helpful travel apps! Planning a trip can be one of the most fun parts of a trip — but actually executing that plan and juggling all the logistics is a different story. 😅 There are so many things to deal with when actually…
Bodrum Travel Guide: Everything You Need to Know
What do Beyoncé, Yves Saint Laurent, and Mark Zuckerberg have in common? They’ve all traveled to Bodrum! Once known as a sleepy fishing village in the 1970s, Bodrum has slowly but surely transformed into the St. Tropez of Türkiye over the years. Imagine a peninsula dotted with luxurious yachts, five-star hotels frequented by the jet-set…
Datça Travel Guide: Your Guide to Visiting Turkey’s Most Peaceful Town
When locals travel to Datça, they don’t do so in a hurry. In fact, this sleepy enclave in the Aegean is so famous for its laid back atmosphere that the town adopted a popular phrase as its motto — If you are in a hurry, what are you doing in Datça? Indeed, Datça promises a…
Bodrum Castle Guide: Tips For Visiting & What You Need to Know
If you’re planning a trip to Bodrum and reading up on travel guides and itineraries, you’ve most certainly come across Bodrum Castle. In fact, we’d go as far as to argue that it’s the most popular tourist attraction in Bodrum! Also known as Bodrum Kalesi in Turkish or the Castle of Saint Peter, this historic…