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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…
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…
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…
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…
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 to see in Croatia
What are the first associations that come to mind when you hear the word Croatia? Europe, greenery, and cozy small towns? All true. But few know that Croatia is also ‘hvala’, gregada, and pine trees.…
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…
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…
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…
Most Dangerous Countries for Travel
International SOS assessed health and life risks for travelers in various countries worldwide and created an interactive map. Based on data from the British company Ipsos Mori, International SOS asses…
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.…
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…
Princes’ Islands in Istanbul
Istanbul… Saying this word, you can hear the noise of the Bosphorus Strait, the purring of cats, and the sounds of Turkish bazaars. But what if we told you that you can also find the Princes’ Islands…
What to do in Mexico? Part 1.
Few people travel to Mexico independently; it’s not like going to the Black Sea or even flying to Europe. Many think it’s an extremely dangerous adventure, and even if they want to visit this country,…
The Most Dangerous Areas in the World: Where Tourists Should Not Go
The world is too vast to limit oneself to “all-inclusive” hotels, but sometimes the thirst for adventure leads travelers to places where travel insurance turns into a useless piece of paper. There are…
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…
Cryptocurrency while traveling: in which countries can you pay with crypto
Just yesterday you were worrying if you had enough cash euros in your pocket and if the terminal would accept “plastic,” and today you’re frantically checking if your cold wallet is charged and if the…
Top 9 Dive Spots for Beginners
Becoming a traveler is easy. Visit new countries and discover new cities — and there you are, an experienced wanderer. But the main thing is not to stop only on land. Thanks to the invention of Jacque…
Baggage Insurance for Air Passengers
Baggage insurance: an unnecessary expense or a truly useful service? Let’s look into this question. Loss or damage to luggage is not as rare as it might seem at first glance. If you fly often, you’ve…
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 (…