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Hagia Sophia in Istanbul
Photos

Photo Essay: The Hagia Sophia in Istanbul, Turkey

April 21, 2012October 13, 2013JohnnyComments Off on Photo Essay: The Hagia Sophia in Istanbul, Turkey

A series of photos of the stunning Hagia Sophia, a Byzantine cathedral turned mosque turned museum in Istanbul, Turkey.

Blue mosque exterior
Photos

Photo Essay: The Blue Mosque in Istanbul, Turkey

April 13, 2011October 13, 2013JohnnyComments Off on Photo Essay: The Blue Mosque in Istanbul, Turkey

View a photo series of the exterior and interior of Istanbul’s stunning and historic Blue Mosque.

Entering the Basilica Sistern in Istanbul
Destinations

Going Underground into Istanbul’s Basilica Cistern

January 15, 2011October 13, 2013JohnnyComments Off on Going Underground into Istanbul’s Basilica Cistern

Learn about the creepy and fascinating Basilica Cistern, an underground waterway in old-town Istanbul built by an emperor in the sixth century.

The Kingdom of Bhutan
Contests

Three Travel Contests That Require Talent

August 7, 2010October 15, 2013JohnnyComments Off on Three Travel Contests That Require Talent

Love to travel? Learn about three killer contests that require photography or writing know-how, all of which award some form of travel.

Istanbul spice market 2
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Photo Essay: Spice Market in Istanbul, Turkey

July 11, 2010October 15, 2013JohnnyComments Off on Photo Essay: Spice Market in Istanbul, Turkey

View a series of vivid photos Emily took while exploring the famous spice market of Istanbul, Turkey.

Hagia Sophia in Istanbul
Reviews

Approach Guides Offer Cultural Travel Insight

June 10, 2010October 15, 2013JohnnyComments Off on Approach Guides Offer Cultural Travel Insight

Learn about Approach Guides, an online guidebook company that specializes in providing information on cultural travel.

Emily in Istanbul in front of the Blue Mosque
Destinations

Check Out My Istanbul Post at TravelIntelligence.com

April 29, 2010October 15, 2013JohnnyComments Off on Check Out My Istanbul Post at TravelIntelligence.com

Learn about my guest post over at TravelIntelligence.com about some of the Istanbul attractions you absolutely can’t miss (and two you should pass on).

Shoppers at the Istanbul spice market
Destinations

A Downside of Istanbul: Those Pesky Hustlers

March 21, 2010October 15, 2013JohnnyComments Off on A Downside of Istanbul: Those Pesky Hustlers

Istanbul is an exciting and incredibly historic city, but it also is a place where hustling is a way of life. Learn about one aspect of how the culture there is very different from most Western countries.

Hagia Sophia in Istanbul, Turkey
Destinations

I’m Going to Istanbul! (and Boston, and London)

January 29, 2010October 15, 2013JohnnyComments Off on I’m Going to Istanbul! (and Boston, and London)

Learn about my upcoming travels to Boston, London, and Istanbul, and give me suggestions for where to go and what to eat!

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I’m Elena, your guide in your next adventures. I broke free from the 9 to 5 lifestyle as I figured there’s more to life than that and I was not wrong. Now I am travelling as much as I can and sharing my travels, adventures and ideas with you. You’re welcome to join anytime!

 

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