Sitting astride Europe and Asia, the best things to do in Istanbul are a reflection of the colourful, clamorous culture-clash of East meets West in a fascinating city where old meets new, religion meets hedonism, and grandeur meets tumbledown. Its food alone is an exuberant coming-together of cuisines, from the ancient spice markets to contemporary […]
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With some of the most beautiful beaches in the world, Turkey has become one of the most sought-after holiday destinations for luxury travelers. And it’s not all about Istanbul. With a Mediterranean climate and myriad five-star resorts, the Turkish Riviera (popularly known as the Turquoise Coast) has become a desirable and exclusive vacation spot. Titanic
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Turkish hamam etiquette: What to know before you go Hamam, the Ottoman variation of the steam bath, is a time-held tradition of relaxation, rejuvenation and self-care. When it comes to using a Turkish bath, however, there are certain rules you should keep in mind to enjoy the experience with confidence ‘Tis the season for the
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Every Turkish tale begins with the phrase “bir varmış bir yokmuş” – “once there was, and once there was not.” Nowhere is this more true than in Istanbul, a city built and destroyed, named and renamed. Once there was a city called Byzantium, once there was a city called Constantinople … and once there was
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JW Marriott, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of 30 extraordinary hotel brands, recently announced the opening of JW Marriott Hotel Istanbul Marmara Sea. Surrounded by the tranquil Sea of Marmara, the new luxury hotel offers guests a transformative and elevated stay to nourish the mind, body and spirit within Istanbul’s serene Atakoy district. JW Marriott
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Istanbul is the ultimate city filled with adventure, sensuality and history Istanbul has long been the conduit between Europe and Asia, a gateway for ideas, people and goods. With the western banks of the Bosphorus marking the geographic start of the European continent and the eastern banks at the edge of Asia some might consider
