Ancient Lyrbe Lesser-known ancient city recently ravaged by fires
We visited Ancient Lyrbe in May of 2021 before fires ravaged the site and the surrounding countryside of Manavgat in…
Pista Sepet Kahvaltı Cozy farm to table breakfast with takeaway baskets
We are exceedingly happy about Pista Sepet Kahvaltı in Konyaaltı because they sell kahvaltı (breakfast) baskets to go! So often…
Karaaliloğlu Parkı Cliff-side park with picnic areas, playgrounds, and picturesque views
Antalya hosts an abundance of spectacular parks where you can drink tea in a café and watch the world go…
Helpful Turkish Phrases and Common Words
Antalya is a diverse city where people from all over the world visit and live. Because English seems to be…
Saklıkent Ski Resort Small ski resort provides thrills only an hour from city center
Everyone can find something in which to delight while visiting Antalya. The fact that Saklıkent, a (sometimes) sparkling snowy winter…
Antalya Atatürk House & Museum A quick glimpse into the life and times of Atatürk
With statues and busts of the man in every city of the country, it doesn’t take long to figure out…
Konyaaltı Multi-Day Itinerary When you have 2-3 days to see the sites
If you plan on spending some time in Antalya outside of a resort, we recommend splitting your time between the…
How To Get Around Antalya Modes of transportation
As you plan a visit to Antalya, you might be wondering what methods of transportation are available. From taxi or…
Top Three Ancient Ruins Must see ancient sites in Antalya
Antalya is full of more ancient ruins than we can count. Just when we think we have seen them all,…
First Annual Top Five Reflections on 2021 and hopes for 2022
How is 2021 coming to a close? Between lockdowns for the first six months of the year and a four-month…
Finding Saint Nicholas Christmas legend in real life
Christmas is observed all over the world. Whether you hold to the Christian tradition of celebrating Jesus’ birth or view…
İrmik Helvası Classic Ottoman dessert made from semolina
With December well under way, the weather is growing colder in Antalya. Colder weather makes us crave rich, indulgent foods…
Shopping Malls in Antalya A run-down of what you will find in the malls of Antalya
Antalya is known for its turquoise waters and breath-taking views of the Mediterranean Sea. But even for the most hard…
Edvirevhan A unique Seljuk-period trading post and inn
With so much ancient history found in Antalya, ruins from later time periods are often overlooked. If more recent Anatolian…
Doyran Göleti An escape for picnics, hikes, and camping
If you are looking for an escape to nature from the noise of the city or the heat of the…