The continent of Europe encompasses 44 countries, each with their own unique cultural heritage, natural beauty and historical monuments. Many have earned their place among UNESCO’s coveted list of World Heritage Sites so picking just 20 is no mean feat. But we’ve done it. Here you’ll find...
Tag: Turkey
Turkey has amazing history stretching back many thousands of years. From Roman occupation to the Crusades, the Ottoman empire and into the world wars, there’s plenty to explore in Turkey for the history nuts. Enjoy Turkey’s natural beauty – Cappadocia’s extraordinary rock formations, the Med and sun-kissed beaches. And don’t forget the fabulous food!
10 Interesting Facts About Cappadocia
Famous for its unique rock formations and amazing hot air ballooning opportunities, the otherworldly landscapes of Cappadocia are one of Turkey’s most popular natural wonders. Unusual honeycombed boulders rise from the plateau of Central Anatolia and have, over the centuries, served as the backdrop for a history equally...
Instagrams of the Year
A year to remember for many reasons, 2016 has as ever has been filled with exciting travel adventures. With last year now at an end, what better way to be nostalgic over the past 366 days than by searching through Instagram? We’ve browsed the photo sharing app...
A Journey from Europe to Asia in Istanbul
It’s a well-known fact that the city of Istanbul is unique for spanning two continents. This was my second visit and having spent my time previously exploring the European side, I thought it was time to take a stroll over to Asia. Here I share with you the...
What ANZAC Day means to me
I come from a long line of military personnel – my father fought in Vietnam and my uncle served in Malaya. I have cousins who served in Timor, Iraq, Afghanistan and who are currently stationed at home. One of my grandfathers was an aircraft gunner in...
Top marketplaces around the world
While landmarks and monuments will tell you the history of a destination, museums and art galleries will tell you about its heritage, and national parks and reserves will tell you about its flora and fauna – what’s the best way of learning about its culture? For...
Jump into Turkey
This video embodies exactly how we feel on Friday when the weekend is in sight – ready to jump right in! Videographer Ari Fararooy put together this great compilation of clips after returning from a holiday in Turkey with his sister. In just 55 second Ari has...
Istanbul, Roman ruins & hot air balloons
In March our very own Nicola Comley journeyed to the border of Europe and Asia on our Turkey Unplugged group tour. In this week’s photo showcase she shares with us some of the highlights of her trip that she captured in film while she was there. From the impressive...
Watchtower of Turkey
One thing regularly said about Turkey is its sheer diversity, something which often surprises its visitors. It is a destination filled with delicious exotic dishes, bustling lively markets, golden coastline along the Mediterranean sea and dramatic lunar landscapes. This incredible offering is all perfectly captured in Leonardo...
Lights of Turkey
Seeing as we looked at how Thailand excites the sense of sound, this week’s video we turned our attention to Turkey and how it captivates your sight with its array of colours. Guillaume’s video not only displays the array of colours in Turkey but also the...