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Visiting Dubai During Ramadan
Visiting Dubai during Ramadan need not be a time to avoid but a chance to see and experience this deeply cultural and spiritual event. This is a recount of my experience visiting Dubai during Ramadan and what to expect. When I first booked my trip to Dubai, I didn’t even give Ramadan a thought. I had heard of Ramadan, but I wasn’t entirely clued in to what it involved exactly or how it might affect my trip. I had already booked and paid for my flights well in advance and I had worked out my five week itinerary around Southern Europe, so it was pretty much set in stone. As…
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Desert Safari and Dune Bashing in Dubai
One of the most popular tourist attractions or rather things to do in the UAE is a Desert Safari and Dune Bashing in Dubai. I was recommended a company called Arabian Adventures by a friend, checked out the reviews and decided to book. I loved this tour from start to finish and I if I could – I’d give this Arabian desert encounter an 11 out of 10. What this tour will bestow on you is a thrilling adventure ride through the desert, an opportunity to witness a glorious Arabian sunset and a highly entertaining evening in a bedouin-style camp. This cultural evening is something not to be missed when…
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Road Runner Travel Tours Turkey
There are a lot of tours going around Turkey and a quick google search will bring up the big tour companies that offer a fixed itinerary at a premium price. If you are looking to tour Turkey on a budget then look no further than Road Runner Travel Tours Turkey. I like being in control of my travel plans and almost always do my own itinerary and making my own bookings. With my recent tour of Turkey, I decided to book a tour because I was travelling solo and was unsure about how safe it would be if I travelled inland Turkey as a female, having never been to this…
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Taking a Hot Air Balloon Ride in Turkey
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The Ancient City of Ephesus
Out of all the Roman ruins throughout the Mediterranean, the ancient city of Ephesus in Turkey is one of the most exciting and intact city ever to be discovered. Turkey in ancient times enjoyed a valuable and strategic position within the Mediterranean and with this came many foreign conquests. Throughout Turkey you can see many influences from both the Greeks (Hellenistic period) and the Roman Empire and in particular, the city of Ephesus displays these styles within it’s structures. In fact it’s a general consensus amongst the Turks, that there are more Roman ruins in Turkey than there are in Rome. The sheer scale of Ephesus is still yet to be…
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Visiting Pamukkale and Hierapolis
A trip to Turkey isn’t complete without visiting these top bucket list items – Pamukkale and Hierapolis. Located in the South Western part of Turkey in Denizli provence, Pamukkale is the more well known of these two world heritage sites, with it’s unique travertine terraces. Hierapolis is the ancient city that once stood above the terraces and the ruins can still be explored today. If you are in Turkey, then visiting Pamukkale and Hierapolis is a must do. Pamukkale Pamukkale which means cotton castle in Turkish is one of Turkey’s most popular tourist attractions. The white thermal pools are made of terraced travertine – a mineral carbonate deposit that is left…
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Taking a Hot Air Balloon Ride in Turkey
Taking a hot air balloon ride in Turkey is one of those spectacular experiences that should not be missed if you have the opportunity to visit Turkey. It’s an incredible experience that will have you floating over the unique landscape of Goreme, a place where you could be forgiven for thinking you landed on another planet. Goreme’s landscape is made up of incredible rock formations referred to as the fairy chimneys, along with stunning valleys and the backdrop of the mountains in the distance. Then there is the chance to witness a magnificent sunrise as it peaks into view and bathes the landscape with a warm orange glow. It’s one…
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Michelin Star Hunting in Istanbul
If you are Michelin Star hunting in Istanbul then you should look no further than the fine dining restaurant Nicole. In actual fact, there are no Michelin Star restaurants in Istanbul at all but the Nicole comes close. Located at the exclusive Tom Tom Suites, the Nicole restaurant enjoys some fabulous views from it’s rooftop terrace and is every bit worthy of being a Michelin Star contender with it’s modern artistic menu and overall dining experience. At Nicole you will find that the food is the shining star here. Nicole does not need to try to emulate others with theatrics in order to be a Michelin star contender – Nicole…
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The Rixos Pera Istanbul
The Rixos Pera in Istanbul is a hotel that effortlessly exudes a world of amazing grandeur. From the moment you step inside this hotel you will be transported to a time of elegance and style from a bygone era. Built in 1876 and one of the oldest hotels in Istanbul, it has been immaculately maintained. The Rixos Pera cleverly marries this old world charm with modern touches (or necessities of the 21st century). The staff are outstanding and the service they provide is as immaculate as the hotel. If you have come to Istanbul and are wanting a little luxury, then the Rixos Pera is the place you will want…
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Dine Around The World With Locals
When you think of sharing a rustic hearty meal with a local family whilst on your travels, how do you imagine it to be? I see myself immediately conjuring up images of being unexpectedly invited to my neighbours villa (of course it’s a villa!) to share a meal overlooking some incredibly picturesque vineyard in Tuscany. The wine is flowing, the conversation effortless and the Italian food brought to the table by an Italian mamma who’s lovingly made everything from scratch. Okay, it’s fair to say that I’ve probably watched far too many Hollywood movies. These types of spontaneous experiences are not likely to happen too often for the average tourist…
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The Top 15 Places To See in Istanbul
Istanbul is a city like no other, with an incredible rich history that dates back to the 6th millennium BC. Once the largest city in the world during the Ottoman Empire rule, it had an envious strategic and economic position that linked the trade routes between Europe and Asia. Istanbul is the fifth largest city in the world and is currently home to around 14 million people. Istanbul was previously known as Constantinople, named after it’s conquerer, Constantine the Great. Constantinople served as the new Eastern Capital of the Roman Empire. This city has many cultural influences (evidenced on many monuments) over the centuries due to being conquered by the…
