Many vacation packages offer great deals that include transportation, meals and
accommodation. Turkey has plenty of scenic and romantic vacation spots that surround its
awesome beaches perfect for family getaways. The sun, the crystal-like waters and the
tropical weather blend perfectly and the place is truly a good escape from Europe’s cold
climate. You will never get bored when you’re in Antalya and Marmaris for they have an
active nightlife, lush resorts and friendly people.
When you happen to go to Istanbul, which is Turkey’s biggest city, you will see famous
landmarks like the Topkapi Palace, Blue Mosque, Haghia Sophia and the Bazaar. If you want
to unwind in the city, it is nice to visit its restaurants, cafes, bars, movie houses, etc.
in Nisantasi. This place in Istanbul also has a number of shops that sell signature items.
Another tourist attraction in the city can be found in Bagtat Street. This is a historical
place that showcases different cultures of other countries in Asia including Turkey. When
you visit this place, just make sure that you have a tourist guide. Otherwise, you might
end up wandering around its narrow and winding paths.
One of the geographical unique point of Istanbul is that it seats between 2 continents,
Europe and Asia, separated by the Bosphorus Strait.
Mikla: For a fantastic view of Istanbul’s amazing skyline why not do it in style at the
Mikla. This beautiful restaurant thanks to celeb chef Mehmet Gurs serves global-fusion food.
Foie gras and porcini terrine, cherrywood-smoked lamb loin with walnut pistou, Turkish
coffee, millefeuille and much more await if you can pry your eyes from the view.
Accomodation Near the Mikla: The Marmara Taksim, The Marmara Pera, Pera Rose Hotel.
Topkapi Palace: The Topkapi oozes history, of course there are other attractions such as the
ruins of the Roman Hippodrome, the massively vaulted Hagia Sofia Cathedral, the cobalt-tiled
Blue Mosque. But the best stories lurk in the centuries-old walls of Topkapi Palace, where
sultans plotted murders and invasions, eunuchs and harem girls cavorted in plush dens and
court artists and artisans fashioned some of the most beautifully wrought creations in
Islam. Make time to pop round the corner to the Blue Mosque – just avoid prayer time. Hotels
Near the Topkapi Palace: Arena Hotel, Glhanepark Hotel, Hotel Yasmak Sultan.
Lucca & Babylon: The Lucca, an Italian restaurant and cocktail lounge for people who want to
indulge in the city’s top after-work and pre-party scenes. The cozy interior sets the
atmoshphere, plenty of artwork and even a few books, a DJ spins loud house and soul music
while the professionals and socialites sip champagne cocktails and pomegranate mojitos. If
your looking for a place with excellent music then Babylon is a must. The best live music
from Turkey and around the globe, as well as the occasional star DJ, join the cool kids and
dance until your hearts content. Hotels near the Lucca & Babylon: Swissotel The Bosphorus
Istanbul, Ciragan Palace Kempinski Istanbul, Radisson Sas Bosphorus Hotel.
The Grand Bazaar: Four thousand shops, stalls, restaurants – even its own mosque. With goods
that are both cheap and extravagant you’ll be sure to bag a bargain. Make sure you head over
to Dhoku, whose hand-woven Turkish kilims bear ethno-cool designs conceived by the
international architecture group Superpool. The best part is that prices are fixed and
there’s no hard sell. A sure relief as throughout Grand Bazaar there is an army of
arm-twisting salesmen. For those looking for a piece of Turkish authentic furniture then
head over to the Asmalimescit district for some curvy, organic wood furnishings from
Turkey’s hottest interior design group, Autoban. Hotels near The Grand Bazaar: Ottoman Hotel
Park, Rast Hotel, Tan Hotel.
Istiklal Caddesi: This 19th century, French influenced area is where Istanbullus eat, shop,
drink and have fun. This cosmopolitan area includes cinemas, bars, theatres and restaurants
as well as a wide range of shops. On the main drag there are cake shops of appalling
sinfulness (Inci Pastanesi, Istiklal Caddesi, No 124), some of the best bookshops in the
world (Pandora, Buyukparmakkapi Sokak, 3, and Simurg, Hasnun Galip Sokak). Nevizade Sokak is
the place to go to drink beer and rakı. This is best approached through the Fish Market
(Balık Pazar), which has its own Armenian church (Uc Horon). Places to stay around Istiklal
Caddesi: The Marmara Taksim, Misafir Suites Istanbul, Nippon Hotel
