Middle East

The best of Antalya – my favourite coastal city in Turkey

The best of Antalya – my favourite coastal city in Turkey

Antalya, beautiful Antalya. I was keen to get back here, walking through the old town again, enjoying the culture, the shopping and the vibe. I would say it is certainly one of the prettiest city in Turkey and one of my favourite spots to visit.…

Troy Pergamon and Assos – which one to visit?

Troy Pergamon and Assos – which one to visit?

After exploring many of the ruins east and south of Izmir (I will write about the south part soon), I am now heading north. Troy, Pergamon and Assos are on the list (yes, there are more ruins to see…). But are the other ruins better…

Kibyra – the amazing ancient Greek city in Turkey

Kibyra – the amazing ancient Greek city in Turkey

Day 2 and the hunt for the ancient ruins of Turkey continues. I decided to drive 100km south of Denizli to the ancient Greek city, here in Turkey, known as Kibyra. And wow! How come not too many know about it? Apparently the tour buses…

Sardis and Tripolis – back to the ancient ruins of Turkey

Sardis and Tripolis – back to the ancient ruins of Turkey

I am back on the road! After two quiet years and little traveling (we all know the main reason), I was very excited to be exploring the world again. And Turkey was first on my list. I always liked it here. Whether it is the…

Pamukkale and Hierapolis – driving in Turkey

Pamukkale and Hierapolis – driving in Turkey

As soon as I hired my car to drive in Turkey I knew I would be visiting Pamukkale and Hierapolis. The town Pamukkale (translated ‘cotton castle’) is known for its mineral rich thermal waters flowing down the white travertine terraces. And right behind the white…

Hunting down the ancient spots of Turkey

Hunting down the ancient spots of Turkey

see? Turkey has lots of amazing history and on my list were the ‘Temple of Apollo in Didim and ancient city Ephesus of course. And who know what else I will find along the way.

My days in Fethiye and Marmaris – is it worth it?

My days in Fethiye and Marmaris – is it worth it?

Is Fethiye or Marmaris worth a visit? I was rather disappointed by one and surprised by the other. But all in all it didn’t compete with Kas.. so I hoped on a ferry to Rhodes, Greece.

Diving in Kaş and Kayaking in Kekova

Diving in Kaş and Kayaking in Kekova

After an amazing few days exploring Antalya’s Kaleiçi, I was keen to see more of the Turkish coast, or Turkish Riviera as once could say. Kaş, a small seaside town surrounded by mountains and turquoise waters, was next on my list. And with the famous…

Visiting Antalya, Kaleiçi and the ancient city of Perga

Visiting Antalya, Kaleiçi and the ancient city of Perga

Exploring the Turkish coast (or Rivera) is my holiday from the long bike ride. After all, I worked hard cycling 2600km through three countries, so I think I earned a little time to relax! With its turquoise waters and some of the most pristine beaches,…