For many people who visit Turkey, the highly sought-after destination is Istanbul. But as an expat living in Turkey, I saw many other cities in Turkey that I consider hidden gems. One of those cities is Bursa.
Located high up on a hill outside of Antalya city center is Sillyon, one of Pamphylia cities. It was considered one of the wealthiest cities of ancient times, thought to be discovered by heroes of the Trojan War.
Visiting the bustling city of Istanbul is so exciting. My favorite area is located at the Galata Tower offering museums, shops, historical places to visit and so much more.
Beds of these once priceless flowers cascade down the winding paths and slopes, blanketing the banks of the Bosphorus with a wealth of color and vibrancy.
Manitou Springs a spiritual and artistic community outside of Colorado Springs. wellness spas, bed and breakfast accommodations, and tons of quaint restaurants make for a great vacation destination.
Eager to find snow we headed out on a three-day road trip to Davraz Ski Resort. Tons to see between Antalya and Isparta.
Demre is a small city two hours west of Antalya, home to the original Santa Claus, long sandy beaches, the Ancient City of Myra, and Andriake Museum of the Lycian Civilization.
If you visit southern Spain, you must spend a day enjoying Cadiz, where you will find beautiful beaches, iconic cathedrals, peaceful parks, plazas full of flowers, and plenty of restaurants.
When visiting the Black Sea region of Turkey, make sure to stop at Unye, Giresun, Tirebolu, Trabzon a Rize. Interesting historical sites, delicious food, and stunning horiculture.
Asheville is a small city in North Carolina, known for its culture, arts, tasty beers, and great outdoors.