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Taking Off! A Report from the Pilot Training Center
According to carrier requirements and international aviation law, pilots operating civil airliners must refresh their knowledge and skills every six months at specialized flight crew training centers.…
Spring in Europe: Where to go on a budget
The weather outside has cleared up. We’re starting to stir after a long hibernation and choose where to go for a spring vacation this year. We suggest starting with a strong hand and a few transfers (…
Istanbul Stopover: What to See in the City in One Day
In the ‘Stopover’ section, we tell you how to spend time in a transit city — wisely and without suffering at the airport. The first issue is about Istanbul, which is popular nowadays. Columnist Ekater…
What to try from street food in Istanbul
It would seem that all the sights have been seen, phone memory is full of selfies with happy faces, and after shopping, bags no longer fit in your hands. So what else can Turkey surprise you with? The…
How and Where to Meet Locals While Traveling
Traveling alone? No reason to be sad. Cast aside all doubts and fears, but don’t turn off your common sense. We’ll help you find not just a travel companion, but also a guide. And maybe even a new goo…
Art Pilgrimage: Major World Exhibitions and Biennales of 2026
If your travel calendar is planned by the call of your heart, and your routes are built around museums, then 2026 promises to be exceptional. The art world is preparing for major premieres: from Venet…
Shopping in Istanbul
Istanbul attracts tourists from all over the world not only with its culture and history, but also with its shopping opportunities: the city is located on two continents, which is why fashionable shop…
Best Districts in Istanbul for Choosing a Hotel
Every tourist city has its own character. While some highlight main points of attraction, others operate with entire districts. Istanbul falls into the second category. Of course, it has its main list…
What is airport fast track and how does it work
If you’ve ever stood in an endless security line, glancing at your watch and worrying about a connection, you’ve probably dreamed of a “magic button” that would take you straight to the boarding gate.…
Free Istanbul Tour by Turkish Airlines
We have already written that some airports offer free tours to passengers flying in transit.Now let’s talk about the free Istanbul tour and the “Stopover in Istanbul” service. If you are flying throug…
The Oldest Cities in the World
Relaxing among skyscrapers in a brand new hotel in Dubai is cool, of course, but what about a trip to places that are more than five thousand years old? We tell you about cities that have existed for…
Eastern Europe Without Tourists: You Haven’t Been There Yet
Sometimes you just want to get away, but where to? It seems like we’ve been everywhere, all the top spots have been visited multiple times, and we want something new and unusual. In that case, we have…
What to bring from Turkey
It is known that from India you should bring spices, from Germany — beer, and from the Netherlands — clogs. If, out of all the options for where to go abroad for a seaside vacation , you chose the cou…
7 European Cities Where Adventures Await
What should you do if you’ve already traveled a lot and want something special? New cities, impressions, acquaintances, and sensations. Partying in capitals is cool, but it quickly gets boring. That’s…
What to do if your flight is canceled at the airport
A traveler’s nightmare scenario: you’re calmly finishing your latte, anticipating your vacation, when suddenly the departure board turns red and your phone buzzes with notifications. Flight canceled .…
Follow the Blue Flag: The Cleanest and Most Beautiful Beaches
Not all beaches are created equal; some are noticeably better than others. And the best of the best are beaches marked with a “Blue Flag”. What kind of flag is this, who awards it, for what, and to wh…
How to plan a trip with elderly parents
A joint vacation with parents is not just a change of scenery, but an investment in family history. In the hustle and bustle of everyday life, we rarely get to have heart-to-heart conversations, and a…
Turkish Resorts: Where to go, which beaches to choose
Turkey is good at any time of the year. Besides swimming and sunbathing in summer, people come here for its rich history in other seasons too. If you are still interested in a beach holiday, the seaso…
Free Public Transport Abroad
How to get around abroad is always a tricky question. Some simply buy a day pass and spare no expense, while others prefer to walk to avoid spending extra money on “it’s only a ten-minute walk!”. But…
What are the “red” and “green” channels at the airport?
At any border, a system of red and green channels operates. Today, we will take a detailed look at what this means. All goods moved across the border are subject to customs control. However, some item…