
Turkey
What you need to know before you go
Turkey is the meeting point of Europe and Asia, both geographically and culturally. Istanbul, the country’s largest city, is the only major metropolis in the world to sit in 2 continents at once. This coming together of civilizations has resulted is a unique and remarkable character. Everything about the country is a blend of east and west, from the buildings and people to the food and even the landscape.
Turkey has been at the crossroads of history and civilisation for centuries. There are some truly iconic sights to see, as well as many hidden treasures. The famous mosques and bazaars of Istanbul are well-visited, as are the fantastic beach resorts of Bodrum and Antalya along the Mediterranean coast, but the snow-capped mountains of the country’s interior and seemingly endless ancient ruins are relatively unknown to most. If you’re looking for a country that combines sun, sea, and sand with an exotic culture all of its own, Turkey is hard to beat.
Top destinations in Turkey
Where will you go next?Alanya stretches out along the crystalline waters of Turkey’s southern coast. Pay a visit to the beautiful Alanya Castle, a 13th-century structure in Seljuk architectural style situated high up on a rocky crag overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. With a warm Mediterranean climate that boasts 300 days of sunshine year-round, Alanya is a hotspot for beach lovers. Soak up...
Read moreBodrum
Bodrum, located on the southern coast of the vast and rugged Turkish peninsula of the same name, offers a true...
Kaş
A holiday in Kas treats you to a charming seaside town on the Turkish Mediterranean coast. The town is on...Belek
Belek is a beach town gracing Turkey’s Mediterranean coastline, offering a cool mix of history and modern leisure. Seaside fun...Antalya Region
Antalya treats you to a combination of rich history with striking landmarks dating back to the Hellenistic period and natural...Istanbul
Istanbul, in northwestern Turkey, is the only city in the world that spans 2 continents and is a constantly evolving...Antalya
Antalya is one of those places that seems to have everything. A family-friendly spot on Turkey’s Mediterranean coastline, it...
What to see & do in Turkey
Featured stories & fun stuff10 Best Things to Do in Bodrum
Bodrum sits upon the southern coast of a Turkish peninsula bearing the same name and offers a great mix of sights and pleasures ranging from aquatic to ancient and nocturnal. Take a day trip around the peninsula in clear blue...10 Things to Do in Antalya
Antalya being one of Turkey’s most popular holiday destinations is hardly a surprise, thanks to its luxurious hotels, stunning beaches...11 Best Beaches in Bodrum
Bodrum attracts plenty of local and international visitors to its beaches. The waters of this notable city on the Aegean...12 Best Things to Do in Istanbul
Istanbul has a timeless charm that owes much to its rich history. The city was historically referred to as Byzantium...5 Best Beaches in Alanya
Beach lovers visiting Alanya will love the golden sandy beaches and blue seas of this resort town, which lies on...10 Best Things to Do in Kas
Among the best things to do in Kas are soaking up the sights of its beautifully rugged beaches and going...10 Best Things to Do in Alanya
Alanya’s broad sandy beaches have seen the town on the Turkish Riviera expand from a modest resort into the popular...10 Free Things to Do in Istanbul
There’s plenty to enjoy in Istanbul for budget travellers. Grand monuments and some of the world’s most beautiful mosques are...10 Romantic Ideas for a Honeymoon in Istanbul
Istanbul is an ancient city and has long been known for its exotic atmosphere, making it quite popular for honeymooners...
Where & what to eat in Turkey
9 Best Dining Experiences in Bodrum
Bodrum may be a coastal city, but seafood makes up just a small aspect of the local cuisine. From street food like kebabs and flatbreads to glistening grilled meats in rustic taverns, there’s so much more Ottoman cuisine to explore...10 Best Turkish Foods & Dishes
Turkish cuisine is a combination of central Asian, Middle Eastern and European influences. Owing to the size of the country...10 Great Restaurants in Istanbul
The great restaurants in Istanbul often specialise in Anatolian cuisine with Eastern and Western influences. However, the city’s diverse gastronomical...
Where to shop & what to buy in Turkey
10 Great Things to Buy at Istanbul's Grand Bazaar
Here are some great things to buy at Istanbul’s Grand Bazaar, which is one of the city’s main attractions. You can easily spend a day exploring the Bazaar’s multitude of covered streets, which house over several thousand different kiosks. It...10 Best Places to Go Shopping in Istanbul
The best places to go shopping in Istanbul are well-varied and spread evenly throughout the city. It has more...9 Best Shopping Experiences in Bodrum
Bodrum’s shopping scene is unexpectedly diverse. On each day of the week, there’s bound to be a weekly market operating...
Where to go & what to do at night in Turkey
10 Best Nightlife Experiences in Bodrum
Bodrum nightlife is an experience to remember – if you remember to consume responsibly, that is. This perpetually sunny beach resort in southwest Turkey has earned a reputation as a party town, with scores of vibrant nightspots catering to the constant...5 Best Nightlife in Alanya
Alanya’s vibrant nightlife is complemented by a boulevard near the harbour that’s dedicated to bars and clubs, aptly named Bar...5 Best Nightlife in Kas
Kas has a nightlife scene that stands out from other resort towns lining the Turkish Riviera. Instead of enormous dance...
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