Category Archives: Mediterranean

Turkey 5 Star Hotel Assessment

There are a wide set of standards for giving and taking stars away from hotels around the world. In Turkey it seems that the system is a measurement based on the self assessment of any given hotel. This is why … Continue reading

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Turkey, Protests and Travel

What are the effects of the protests in major cities on travel in Turkey? Can we expect to see violent force as we visit points of interest in Turkey? Will I be in danger when visiting Turkey this summer? The … Continue reading

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Adventure Tour Idea – Paragliding in Kaş, Turkey

Paragliding can be a thrilling but comfortably safe experience for those looking to enjoy a new perspective during their holiday in Turkey. I will be regaling you with my exploits paragliding in Kaş, Turkey. I can’t believe it’s been three … Continue reading

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Turkey Tours: Kayaking Mediterranean

  There’s no better way to visit the many caves and secluded coves along the beautiful Mediterranean coast of Turkey than by kayak or boat. Each summer I get the chance to go out with a group to watch the … Continue reading

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Turkey Tours: Kaleici

Overview of the Ancient City of Antalya, Turkey Tour known as Kaleiçi – inside the walls.
This week I took a couple around Kaleici with a camera and took photos of them for their engagement photos. The ancient city as well as the neighboring park, Karalioglu Park, was full of tour groups, romance tourists, backpackers and children. Continue reading

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SCUBA and Snorkeling–Antalya, Turkey

While Turkey and the Mediterranean are not the best known places for Scuba diving there are still some special locations for those who love the underwater world. Most tours of Turkey may lead you to the waterside but unless you … Continue reading

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Tour Turkey: Kas

I remember the first time that I visited the quaint town of Kaş, Turkey. Walking through the cobblestone streets, smelling all of the bougainvillea that was in full bloom flowing down from the balconies of the homes and pansiyons I … Continue reading

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Turkey Tours from Space

There are lots of great views within Turkey for those interested in traveling to Turkey. You can get a great tour of Turkey by land, air and sea but if you want a great tour of Turkey from space you’ll … Continue reading

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Tour Turkey Archaeology–Perge’s Port Road

Here’s a video of a recent outing Dos Plumas Travel, Sojourn Travel and Dr. Mark Wilson did around the Perge site just outside Antalya. The video quality is not the best but it gives a good idea of the reality … Continue reading

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Hamam: Take a Turkish Bath

So, the I’ll admit that the first time I visited a hamam I was apprehensive. Not because the idea of someone giving me a massage was uncomfortable so much as the idea of a Turkish wrestler threatening to inflict pain … Continue reading

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