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Did you know this about the history of Döner Kebap Sandwich?!
The history of Döner Kebap can be traced back to the late 19th century in the Ottoman Empire, which included modern-day Turkey. The modern-day Döner Kebap sandwich, as we know it today, is said to have originated in Berlin, Germany, in the early 1970s.
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Vegetarian Pide in Istanbul near Taksim Square
Delicious and cheap vegetarian Pide in Istanbul near famous Taksim Square. If you want to immerse yourself in a foreign culture, you have to eat and feast like locals. In my case, I went for a vegetarian Pide on my first evening in Istanbul, right after arriving from the airport. As my Hotel for the […]
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Crazy Travel Story: experiencing blocked Internet in Turkey
And another Year has come to an End. Let’s make this a Tradition, at each End of the Year, I’m sharing a Crazy Travel Story from the past Year with you. In 2015 it was about a driverless police motorcycle accident in Italy. Just by writing 2015 if already feels so long ago, crazy! As […]
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Payless Airport Shuttle Service from Atatürk Airport Istanbul
When visiting a City (or even Country) I’ve never been to I normally never hesitate to jump on the next underground train or public bus to reach my hotel or destination. But when I went to Istanbul recently, my first time in the fourth largest city in the world, I’ve chosen a Airport Shuttle Service […]
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A visit to Antalya Müzesi / Antalya Archeological Museum
Antalya Archeological Museum is the most important museum in Turkey. What most people don’t know, me neither, is that Turkey is a land full of history and archaeological sites. Especially the Pamphylia regions in Anatolia are still nowadays a great place to find outstanding things Back in the beginning of the 1900’s nobody really catalogued […]
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Traditional Anatolian Breakfast Kahvaltı
The typical Turkish Anatolian breakfast Kahvaltı is usually rich and filling. The direct translation of Kahvaltı, the Turkish word for the English word breakfast, means before coffee. I got to experience a Turkish breakfast during my 3-night stay in Istanbul at Faros Hotel near Taksim Square. Every morning the buffet offered so much variety: starting […]
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Sky Kamer Hotel Antalya City Center
A Boutique Hotel at a nice Location in Antalya is Sky Kamer Hotel. It’s just off the old town and close to many shopping possibilities. You have to cross a street once and you can already overlook the beautiful harbor, like from this Restaurant. I found Sky Kamer Hotel online and booked it for a […]
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Recipe: Künefe turkish sweet cheese for dessert
Künefe is a turkish sweet cheese that I enjoyed for dessert in Antalya at the Turkish Riviera during my recent Trip. Although Künefe is high in calories it’s so addictive, if you can’t buy it at any Shop close you should definitely consider trying this Recipe for Künefe! This turkish dessert is basically pretty similar […]
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Places with a view in Antalya / Photo Locations
What makes it nicer to remember a great holiday are good Photos. Here I’m not generally speaking of super-professional Photographs, more of the scenic background and things you are snapping. If the motive is nice, the camera is absolutely secondary. To find great Photo Locations here I’m sharing my personal favorite ‘Places with a view […]
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Typical Kebap House in Antalya, SULTANYAR KEBAPÇISI
SULTANYAR KEBAPÇISI is an authentic Kebap House in Antalya. Located a bit outside the city centre and the Old Town, SULTANYAR KEBAPÇISI is just a stone throw away the Akra Barut Hotel. The Restaurant is a family business for many years now, offering authentic Turkish food to locals and tourists. Very important is that it’s […]
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Travel Diary: Antalya Old Town and Old Harbor
A Walk to Antalya Old Town and Old Harbor is always recommended, may it be in the late evening or to go shopping. Or plan a little more time if you’re on the way to catch a sightseeing boat. Not only because of all the shops and spices to discover, the streets are small and […]
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Cheap Dinner with a view in Antalya at Tophane Parkı
If you are looking for a cheap Dinner with a view in Antalya you should visit Tophane Parkı. Right above the Old Harbor the view couldn’t be dreamier. Unfortunately I can’t remember the Restaurants name, nor could I find the exact one on Google Maps.. you can find the Geo coordination below. Another super nice […]
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AKRA Barut 5 Star Hotel Antalya
The Hotel with the nicest Location that is close to Antalya City Center was the AKRA Barut. A tiny bit outside but located directly by the water this 5 Star Hotel offers relaxation at the highest standards. Besides the Hotel itself, I was just blown away by the spectacular view I had from my room’s […]
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Travel Diary: Antalya in the rain
Antalya in the rain is still beautiful. Visiting a City when it rains can suck, or you can embrace it and enjoy the empty streets. As the temperatures are in summer still hot enough, when it rains, you can easily walk around in your T-Shirt and Shorts. But of course, don’t be too naked if […]
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SunExpress Flight Review to Antalya / Turkish Riviera – Trip Report
Turkish Airline SunExpress operates multiple flights a day from all over Europe to Turkey. The main airport for sun-seeking tourists is Antalya at the Turkish Riviera. An area that is so diverse, from sandy beaches and clear water to mountains to historical sites, and don’t miss the friendly and welcoming turkish people. If you either […]
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ROKKA – best Falafel in Antalya, Turkey
The Falafel at ROKKA Pizza Falafel Sandwich in Antalya were the very best I’ve ever had, and I already had a lot Falafel. You can eat Falafel, and you can eat Falafel. Even though they are such an easy dish, there can be huge differences in texture and taste. The ones by ROKKA Antalya were […]