April 28th — May 1st, 2025 Oh, this one definitely deserves a story time, mostly because of my dad’s spectacular clumsiness. It’s a trait I may or may not have inherited… Just before arriving in Antalya, we returned the comically large van we had been driving. It felt like maneuvering a small yacht through city…
April 27th – 28th, 2025 We arrived in Konya that afternoon, hopeful and hungry, only to be met with a wave of disappointment as we checked into our hotel. From the outside, the place had a certain old-world charm, and the lobby gave off a traditional vibe. But that was where the charm ended. Despite…
April 25th – 27th, 2025 Cappadocia is easily one of the most unique and unforgettable places I’ve ever been to. Seriously, just wow. Naturally, out of all the vehicles available, my dad decided to rent a stupid ass van. I have no idea why. Probably because it’s huge and he’s all about comfort. Either way,…
April 24, 2025 Shopping in Istanbul? Don’t Believe the Hype! Let me save you some time and disappointment. Do not fall for the hype that shopping in Istanbul is amazing. Sure, the gold is shiny enough to blind you, but unless you moonlight as a jeweler, there’s no way to know if you got a…
April 22nd – 24th, 2025 I arrived in Turkey a day after my parents, flying in with Pegasus, the budget airline under Turkish Airlines. I was originally assigned the middle seat (as is tradition with budget flights), but luckily, I ended up sitting next to a kind couple who wanted to sit together. They offered…
