DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES How to Fall in Love with Istanbul Posted on October 1, 2018December 20, 2025 It’s so easy to fall in love with Istanbul. The city is so beautiful– so romantic, it resembles the set of an epic love story. Romance in Istanbul is around every corner. You can smell it, hear, feel it with each step. And every street brings you face to face with a… Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES Best Things to Do on the European Side of Istanbul Posted on September 29, 2018July 24, 2026 I love Istanbul, Turkey. Apart from its architectural beauty, it’s also the only city in the world that straddles two continents– Europe and Asia. The Asian side does have its share of attractions– especially the food stalls and cafes in Kadiköy Market. However, the majority of the well-known tourist attractions… Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES How to Experience Istanbul’s Asian Side Like a Local Posted on September 27, 2018February 26, 2026 Because they visit the more popular areas, most first-time visitors skip the Asian side of Istanbul. That’s a shame, since it’s one of the best places to enjoy authentic Turkish food and drink. While the European side has the big tourist attractions, the Asian side offers a calmer pace, welcoming… Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES Visiting Turkey as an American: What You Need to Know Posted on September 17, 2018July 24, 2026 Is Turkey Safe for American Tourists? I hope so. Because we are going there for a couple of days later this month. And I’m really excited to see some of the things I missed on my last trip. But politics in Turkey, like many places around the world, is relatively unstable right now. So, it makes since that we keep vigilant and ask the question before and not after we go. Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES History Lovers Love Wine and Bad Durkheim Posted on September 1, 2018December 21, 2025 It’s almost time for one of my favorite festivals in Germany. The Durkheimer Wurstmarkt wine festival in Bad Durkheim is the largest wine festival in the world. Yup– big reason to go, right? But you don’t have to wait for the festival to enjoy Bad Durkheim. Located on the German… Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES How to Get a Turkish eVisa in 10 Minutes Posted on August 20, 2018December 20, 2025 Getting a Turkish eVisa will probably save you time. It will definitely save you money. And more than likely save you some peace of mind in a country that will test your patience. Actually, it’s also pretty darn easy. How to Get a Turkish eVisa in 10 minutes or less. Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES Prairie Fire Winery: Heart of Flint Hills Wine Country Posted on August 6, 2018November 15, 2025 There are more dirt roads in the state of Kansas than anywhere else in the United States. And Prairie Fire Winery is located at the end of one. When we turned off the highway, I could feel the mood change in the car. Dirt roads are the one thing Steven… Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES Life in the Midwest: Liquid Art Winery in Manhattan Kansas Posted on July 31, 2018November 15, 2025 The symmetry of the vines and the individuality of each grape and leaf appeals to my quirky nature. Add a view with rolling hills and a chilled white wine— that’s Liquid Art. Read more