Luxury travel tales with a twist of adventure
Istanbul
Voyages to Antiquity cruise in the Aegean
The tiny medieval island of Monemvasia is just one reason we chose this off-the-beaten-path Voyages to Antiquity cruise in the Aegean.
Istanbul’s Sumahan on the Water: A converted Ottoman distillery
Leave the bustle of Istanbul behind when you stay at Sumahan on the Water, a former 19th century Ottoman distillery across the Bosphorus. Chic and restful!
Ahhh… These Turkish hammams in Istanbul cleanse both body and soul
Steam, scrub, soap suds and a silky massage. Ahhhh… Few bathing rituals are as decadent as a Turkish hammam experience.
Snapshot Story #12: The lovely Istanbul flower passage
If you’re in Istanbul craving raki and mezzes at a cheerfully noisy meyhane, or you just want a few good travel pics, duck into Cicek Pasaji – the Istanbul Flower Passage.
Turkish Delight Part 1 – Istanbul
Feast like a sultan, gape at glittering palaces and soak in a steamy hammam. Welcome to Istanbul! For most visitors, Istanbul is the starting point for a visit to Turkey.
Reveling in ruins on Voyages to Antiquity cruise
Venice. The medieval walled city of Korcula. Crete. Voyages to Antiquity cruises the Mediterranean, introducing you to the history, art, myths and culture of the classical civilizations.
Three Top Istanbul Boutique Hotels: From hip to historic
From historic to hip: Pera Palace, TomTom Suites and Sumahan on the Water are among the top Istanbul boutique hotels.
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About Us
We’re Janice and George. Luxury lovers. Adventure addicts. Cruise fans. Oh, and award-winning travel writers and photographers! Read more…