Turks are crazy about cats. They cannot resist the fuzzy face, fluffy tail, and silly shenanigans that make cats cats.

I left my “home” after the shaking stopped, wondering if I would ever return.

Antakya (Antioch in English) was one of the worst hit cities of the 2023 earthquakes that rocked Southeast Turkey and Northern Syria.

Everyone I asked “How are you?” began to cry before they could answer my question.  The people of Antakya are broken and grieving in a depth I haven’t seen before in my life.

6 months on, Southeast Turkiye is continuing to grapple with the devastation of the earthquakes.

My experience and thoughts on the 2023 earthquake that struck southeast Turkey and northern Syria.

Some of the best food I’ve eaten in my life. No exaggeration.

These 21 Photos will have you looking for plane tickets to Turkey in no time!

As with all things food in Turkey, they have an abundantly wide variety of snack food, otherwise known here as kuruyemiş. Click to read more!

Mishaps and blunders helped me encounter the best of Turkey.

Did you know that Turkey consumes the most tea per capita of any country in the world?

The basics of what you need to know when experiencing the Turkish people's world-famous hospitality

Some of the best food I’ve eaten in my life. No exaggeration.

Rebekah writes about her experiences having roommates from several different cultures, and the impact that has made on her life and thinking.

The women of this country have many talents displayed in many areas, including food, music, hand-woven rugs, and beautiful lacework. Meet Halime, who has mastered the art of sewing lace over many years.

Read about the Guardian of Xanthos, and let your appreciation of this ancient site grow as you see it through his eyes.

Turkey is home to several minority religious groups, one of whom is the Syriac Orthodox Church. Read more about this community and their influence on architecture and culture in this post.

Meet Zehra, the owner of her own Turkish soap and towel business.

Mishaps and blunders helped me encounter the best of Turkey.

Breakfast foods are always amazing! Learn about the man behind Turkey’s famous breakfast restaurant Levent Börekçilik!

Meet Nemika and hear her story.

Collectivism, farm life, and a mountain home…meet the “neighborliest” neighbors around!

From nomadic yogurt buckets to modern serving trays, meet the man who knows copper, Ali.

Taking beautiful stones and creating handcrafted silver settings, meet the turquoise guy.

One of Turkey's finest savory pastries served up by a pair of Turkey's most talented hands, the Sille Mom.

Turks are crazy about cats. They cannot resist the fuzzy face, fluffy tail, and silly shenanigans that make cats cats.

The historic Galata tower is a must-see in Istanbul.

Read on to learn more about one of the world’s largest markets.

Istanbul’s most stunning landmark, the Hagia Sophia.

A Bosphorus Tour is the perfect way to experience Istanbul.

Many wonders unearthed from the ground of Adana, Turkey find their home in this archeology museum.

St. Peter’s Church in Ancient Antioch is a wonder of beauty and history.

Troubles with asthma? Maybe you should give this cave a try.

We had a unique opportunity to see the inside of an orthodox church in Ancient Antioch.

Read about our trip to Van and the mysterious stone door overlooking our friend Halime’s village!

Turkish appetizers (meze) are the best and no one does them better than this restaurant in Antioch.

Local traditions hold a little spot next to the Mediterranean on the road between Adana and Antakya as the place where the big fish spit Jonah up on the shore. Read on to hear what we think!

Enjoy the beauty of Antioch’s scenery

You can see and do a lot with just a one night stay in Mersin.

Some of the best food I’ve eaten in my life. No exaggeration.

This bazaar in Adana is unique because the products are made by and sold by women only!

Explore the breathtaking views from the historical Feke Castle situated in the Taurus Mountains of Adana, Turkey.

Saimbeyli in the province of Adana is a small town, rich in history, situated in a valley in the Taurus mountains.

The mysterious ruins of an Armenian church high in the mountains of Adana.

Join me on my journey to the top of Kozan Castle.

Crystal clear waters and mountains cascading into the sea is just the beginning of the beauties of Turkey’s Turquoise Coast.

Read about our recent visit to the beautiful Salt Lake in Ankara.

These 21 Photos will have you looking for plane tickets to Turkey in no time!

How does cruising on a boat in the crystal-clear turquoise waters along Turkey’s Mediterranean Sea coast sound to you?

Mud-bathers and sock-waders. Come explore the “Hidden City” Canyon with us. 

Missing summer, sand and sunshine? Enjoy these travel tips and pics of one of Turkey’s most beautiful sand beaches.

Myra Ancient City has some pretty creepy theatrical mask sculptures and we thought we would share them with you so that you could be creeped out too.

Meet Myra, the ancient Lycian League city on Turkey’s Turquoise Coast.

These 21 photos will inspire you to visit the beautiful city of Antalya on Turkey’s Turquoise Coast.

Read about this ancient city with surprising historical significance!

Check out my impressions of the city of Adana as a first time visitor.

Check out my impressions of the city of Adana as a first time visitor.

Turkish appetizers (meze) are the best and no one does them better than this restaurant in Antioch.

The story of how the fleece of a sheep becomes a rug on the floor.

Rebekah writes about her experiences having roommates from several different cultures, and the impact that has made on her life and thinking.

When visiting Antioch make sure you try these four foods!

This bazaar in Adana is unique because the products are made by and sold by women only!

Read on to see Adana, Turkey’s gateway to the East, through my eyes as a first time visitor.

While I’ve traveled some, this was my first time to Turkey and to Adana. Read on to discover my first impression of the place.

This post is all about the precious puppies of Turkey!

After 17 days of yet another lockdown, here are four reasons we are staying thankful.

What does it mean to be from Adana? There are a lot of answers to that question. Read here about three of them!

We’ve been cooking with Abla again! Read about our experience making mercimek köftesi, or, lentil patties!

Learning a new culture is so fascinating! Click to read about three aspects of culture in Turkey that we have come to value.

How does eating some savory Turkish sausage in a winter wonderland of snow sound to you? Read on to discover what we thought about the situation.

Ever wonder what the American Southern kitchen and the Turkish kitchen have in common? Read on to find out!

As with all things food in Turkey, they have an abundantly wide variety of snack food, otherwise known here as kuruyemiş. Click to read more!

The women of this country have many talents displayed in many areas, including food, music, hand-woven rugs, and beautiful lacework. Meet Halime, who has mastered the art of sewing lace over many years.

Have you ever felt intimidated in the kitchen? We have, especially when we make Turkish food with our Turkish friends. Read on to see what happened when we made homemade bread.

Turkey is home to several minority religious groups, one of whom is the Syriac Orthodox Church. Read more about this community and their influence on architecture and culture in this post.

Read on to hear more about doughnuts, charades, and other highlights of overseas living.

Mishaps and blunders helped me encounter the best of Turkey.

There is no rushing during Turkish breakfast, only lingering over the abundant variety.

You would love this sweet snack! Read on to find out why!

Get to know Adana’s “king of the meats" with us!

Banana milk?!? Read on to learn about one of the world’s most delightful drinks.

Generous hospitality and delicious food found in one place!

Wanna know what has Leslie so focused? Read here about Ebru, a traditional art form in Turkey.

The drink that keeps a nation on the move: Rize Tea

Have you ever watched the sunrise from a hot-air-balloon? This is our attempt to describe the experience.

This once historical Antioch home converted to a boutique hotel is a beautiful and comfortable place to experience the history of this incredible city.

Tips for taking the intercity bus in Turkey.

When visiting Antioch make sure you try these four foods!

Planning on staying overnight in a hotel in Turkey? Here are three things to look forward to!

Before deciding on your mode of transportation you should consider these five things about car rentals.

Thinking about visiting Turkey? Putting a little time into learning these words and phrases will help you have a better visit!

I bring you 7 tips for finding a great place to stay in Turkey.

Missing summer, sand and sunshine? Enjoy these travel tips and pics of one of Turkey’s most beautiful sand beaches.

Have you ever wondered if you could manage traveling internationally with just a backpack? Our guest contributor Kristina explains how she has learned to do just that, and gives her top recommendations for backpacks!

If you only had one day in Turkey, what are the three meals you should eat? Read on to find out…

Who doesn’t love to dine out? In Turkey there are a couple of things to know ahead of time to get the full experience.

The smell of freshly baked bread mixed with a little flavor of the community around you = your friendly neighborhood fırın.

Did you know that Turkey consumes the most tea per capita of any country in the world?

Everything you need to know before visiting a mosque in Turkey.

Did you know that collecting copper is a “thing”?

The basics of what you need to know when experiencing the Turkish people's world-famous hospitality

I left my “home” after the shaking stopped, wondering if I would ever return.

Antakya (Antioch in English) was one of the worst hit cities of the 2023 earthquakes that rocked Southeast Turkey and Northern Syria.

Everyone I asked “How are you?” began to cry before they could answer my question.  The people of Antakya are broken and grieving in a depth I haven’t seen before in my life.

6 months on, Southeast Turkiye is continuing to grapple with the devastation of the earthquakes.

My experience and thoughts on the 2023 earthquake that struck southeast Turkey and northern Syria.