January 11, 2024
Turkiye is rich in history, including a great many Biblical sites, in which Ephesus (New Testament Book of Ephesians written by the Apostle Paul) is probably the most well-known. The UNESCO city was the 2nd largest city of the Roman Empire and its history can be traced to the tenth millennium BC. There are so […]
January 3, 2024
Alanya is often passed up for its more popular neighbor, Antalya. But is Alanya worth visiting? In a word, yes. The world-famous Alanya beach – Cleopatra’s Beach, and several Alanya attractions are worth a few days’ visit. Alanya is a resort town on Turkey’s central Mediterranean coast (also known as the Turkish Riviera). Its broad […]
December 14, 2023
I’ve traveled extensively all over the world and Cappadocia ranks #1 as the most magical place on earth! Cappadocia is a semi-arid region in central Turkiye famous for its unique “fairy chimneys” – surreal cone-shaped rock formations, created million years ago by volcanic eruptions and erosion. These bizarre structures are clustered in Monks Valley, Love […]
November 9, 2023
Straddling Europe and Asia, Turkish cuisine is a melting pot of Central Asian, Middle Eastern, and European/Balkan influences has led Turkey cuisine to become one of the leading culinary cultures of the world. Delicious, famous Turkish food, drinks, and more beckon travelers from all over the world. TURKISH MEALS Kofte Turkish ‘meatballs’ come in all […]
November 7, 2023
Straddling Asia and Europe and separated by the Bosphorus Strait, Istanbul will explode your senses. It is one of the most exciting cities to visit in Europe and a great place to begin a journey through Turkiye. While you could certainly spend a week exploring all it has to offer, we managed to pack a […]
October 20, 2023
I have long been eager to explore the Canadian Maritime Provinces and Quebec City. What better way to explore these gorgeous places in Canada along with the iconic New England cities of Boston and Bar Harbor than on the Holland America Cruise Canada and New England? We spent eight days on the magnificent Zuiderdam as […]
October 18, 2023
I was born and raised in Rhode Island and then spent 20+ years as an adult living in New Hampshire. So I know Boston pretty well, and in my opinion, it’s one of the best and most interesting walking cities and one of the most bike-friendly cities in the US (driving is a whole different […]
October 16, 2023
The Mediterranean island of Malta boasts pristine beaches, historic cities, and a rich cultural heritage. While hotspots like Valletta and Gozo are packed with tourists, Malta has many hidden gems waiting to be explored. Get off the beaten path to uncover ancient temples, secluded coves, and local hangouts. This travel guide will help you experience […]
October 11, 2023
I tell you the truth, Quebec City is the prettiest city in North America. There are so many beautiful places in Quebec City that we were not able to see all of them, having only one day to spend there. Which means I want to go back, tout de suite! One of Canada’s most visited […]
October 4, 2023
Picturesque Prince Edward, aka “the Gentle Island” and “PEI,” is the smallest province in Canada and one of eastern Canada’s maritime provinces, off New Brunswick and Nova Scotia. The large island is known for its painted storybook houses, stunning red-sand beaches, rolling sand dunes, 19th-century lighthouses, seafood like lobster, oysters, and mussels, and of course, […]