There are many similarities between Turkish and Arabic culture and cuisine due to its geography, religion, history, shared ingredients and spices. However, there are plenty of dishes that are considered distinctly Turkish or Arabic. And of course, Arabic dishes have variations throughout its 22 countries, down to its smaller towns and villages. For those searching …
Dalyan, in the southwest of Turkey, is the sort of town one goes to completely unplug. Once a small fishing village, Dalyan has not lost its quaint village charm. Today, the tranquil vibes remain and is a less traveled area than the major touristic trail. I hadn’t heard of Dalyan until two kindred spirits highly, …
Istanbul is an enthralling city like no other. With its rich Ottoman history, its locale bridging Europe and Asia, the diversity in flavors and food variety is enough reason for a trip in itself. Here, I share the most popular Istanbul street food: what they are and the best places to eat them. And best …
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I first traveled to Turkey in 2010 and since have returned in 2020. I have been traveling for 2 months and will share the basics of solo female travel in Turkey. The first thing everyone asks: Is Turkey Safe to Travel for Females? The answer is, YES! Turkey is one of the safest countries I’ve …
Turkey is one of the few countries in the world that has opened its borders to international travelers since June. This is especially exciting because it’s also open to American Citizens which is rare, even now in September 2020. So what is it like traveling to Turkey during Covid, especially as an American? Do you …
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Here are 22 Things to Do in Batroun Planning on Traveling to Lebanon soon? Batroun is not to be missed for a day trip, or weeks for beach bums like myself.Here are some Travel Blogposts on Lebanon.
Designers Bar is typically open 6 days a week from 5:30 pm onwards. But check in on their Facebook page or direct message them for exact hours. When in Batroun, the town is so small that it’s easy to just walk or bike over to see what’s open on any given day of the week. …
Yazd, along with Rasht and Shiraz, are in my top 3 favorite cities in Iran. As the capital of Yazd province in Central Iran, it is a historic city built in the desert. Yazd is considered a more conservative town with a rich history dating back 3000+ years. The culture is known to be laid back …
Tehran is a lively metropolis with many historic streets which intertwines throughout this busy, massive capital. It’s no secret that the rich culture and history of Iran has lead to producing a rich, hearty, flavorful cuisine, both ideal for the savory and sweet palettes, that people from all over the world enjoys. Tehran is no …
Iran Travel Guide: Discovering the 24 Iran UNESCO World Heritage Sites Iran is home to the rich history of the Ancient Persian civilization, famous rulers, poets, and the wonderful architecture and gardens throughout this large beautiful country. The country currently has twenty-two cultural sites and two natural sites recognized as the Iran UNESCO World Heritage …
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