by Alex Schmidt | Oct 9, 2020 | Turkey, Winter tips
Pizza and pasta are to Italy as Cevapi and Burek are to the Balkans. The Balkans are both a region and cultural identity that extends across the Balkan peninsula in Southeastern Europe. From the Adriatic Sea in the West to the Carpathian Mountains in the North, the...
by Alex Schmidt | Feb 18, 2020 | Turkey
A multicultural and massive city stretching over two continents, Istanbul’s allure is hard to beat. The city is literally where the East meets the West with a medley of cultural influences in its architecture, cuisine, and religion. Yet with a history of...
by Alex Schmidt | Sep 4, 2019 | Turkey
Stretching over the continents of Europe and Asia, Istanbul is multi-cultural mecca almost double the population of London. For centuries the city has served as a crossroad between East and West with the fusion of European, Ottoman, and Middle Eastern influences....
by Alex Schmidt | Aug 13, 2019 | Turkey
Slanted cobblestone streets surrounded with vibrant facades, Balat is the center of modern bohemia in Istanbul. The district is located on the fringes of the city center, and yet it’s still a mainly residential district where locals outnumber tourists. While the...
by Alex Schmidt | Aug 11, 2019 | Turkey
Is Cappadocia really worth the hype? Known for its iconic hot air balloon rides over a land of “fairy chimneys”, I also wondered if the most popular destination in Turkey would live up to my expectations. What I found is that Cappadocia has so much more to...
by Alex Schmidt | May 21, 2019 | Turkey
Canopy bed decorated with Turkish textiles. Traditional breakfast in a private garden overlooking 14th-century ruins. Panoramic views of the Hagia Sophia and Sea from the rooftop terrace. Walking out the door and having the heart of Istanbul at your fingertips. These...
