Springtime has arrived in Istanbul, bringing sunshine and hope to put the bad memories of the last months behind us!
Turkish families were out enjoying the sunshine and tulips on Sunday! Our director Gaye Reeves and staff member Greg Smith took a few hours off to enjoy the sunshine too Firstly Gulhane Park (translates into Rose Garden!) a beautiful park adjacent to Topkapi Palace Once used by the sultans and their families it is now enjoyed by Turkish families and tourists alike Then on for a delicious snack of gozleme (Turkish pancake) and baklava, finally a stroll down the Hippodrome to our favourite restaurant for a glass of wine overlooking the Blue Mosque !
Dont be put off from coming to this amazing city where people are friendly and welcoming It is one of the most wonderful places to visit, especially in Springtime You are save and well looked after by us at Turkey Travel Guide! Contact Gaye for your travel plans!!