Dokuma Park – Cemil Meriç Library Public library with thousands of books open 24/7
This week’s installment on Dokuma Park highlights the fairly new Cemil Meriç Library, a public library with an ingenious restoration…
Dokuma Park – Orman Kütüphanesi Enchanting outdoor park for kids to read and play
If you are looking for a safe yet not-so-ordinary place to let your children roam, Dokuma Park’s Orman Kütüphanesi is…
Dokuma Park In-Depth Eclectic park with something for everyone
Expat friends, if you haven’t been to Dokuma Park in Kepez recently, you should get there soon. If you live…
Konyaaltı Hayat Park Enchanting green space for picnics and play
Parks abound in Antalya, and we love this about our city. One of the newest additions to green space in…
Kaş Ancient Antiphellos Theatre A great place to watch the sunset
Antalya boasts an abundance of awe-inspiring ruins that feature magnificent theatres. If you are in Kaş for a day or…
Kale Kule Kumluca Kumluca’s architectural symbol with a view
On our way toward Kaş and back, we have driven past Kumluca’s distinct architectural landmark, Kale Kule, multiple times. Always…
Kastellorizo/Meis Day Trip Twenty-minute ferry ride to Greece for the day
After a two-year pandemic hiatus, the ferry to the Greek Island of Kastellorizo (or Meis in Turkish) is running again!…
Hanım A story about gözleme and family
Family is sacred in Turkey. And so is breakfast. What happens when you combine the two? Well, it can’t get…
Konyaaltı Sushi Run-Down When you are craving something different
In the last couple of years, sushi restaurants have popped up all over Antalya. In a place where ethnic food…
Tips for vacation rentals in Antalya So you’re staying in a villa….
After living in Turkey for eleven years, we have stayed in our fair share of vacation rentals and hotels. We…
Kaleiçi Antalya’s Must-See Historic Old-Town
As we mentioned in our earlier post about Hadrian’s Gate, any visit to Antalya is not complete without a visit…
Çakırlar Breakfast Village Charming village full of delicious Turkish breakfast options
We have lived in Turkey for almost a decade and still hold fast to Turkish breakfast as our favorite Turkish…
What should I pack? An insider’s guide on how to pack for your time in Antalya
Knowing what kind of clothes to pack when you go on vacation can be tricky. Packing for Antalya is no…
Dino Park Surprisingly fun, but small, dinosaur theme park in Kemer
July 2023 Update: Admission for foreign tourists remains $25 per person for anyone over the age of four. Turkish citizens…
Nasreddin Hodja Legendary and beloved Turkish philosopher who combined humor and common sense
If you spend an extended amount of time in Turkey, you might hear comical stories and words of wisdom imparted…