I'm not a water sports person, so I have no idea when kiteboarding, also known as kite surfing, became popular. I would love to share with you, however, my firsthand experience having watched it live in Turkey. At the end of summer 2018, we took a trip to Burhaniye (Ayvalik) on the western coast. My... Continue Reading →
The Turk Takes a Trip
Are you tired of the winter blues? Need a little break from Ankara? Feeling a little athletic? Can you deal with just a little bit of hectic travel? Why not try winter sports in France?! As I've previously written, Turkey boasts a truly beautiful mountain for snowboarding and skiing in the heart of Anatolia at... Continue Reading →
Snow Season! Snowboarding & Skiing in Kayseri
Folks, I know it's cold out there! Why not consider some winter sports? About a 4-mile drive from Ankara,, in the heart of Anatolia, lies Kayseri. I call it the "financial heart" of Turkey. But it's more than that, it boasts a mountain larger than those in the German Alps! Erciyes, how I love ye,... Continue Reading →
Turkish Holiday Destinations
Thinking of traveling to Turkey? Already there and wondering where to go and what to see? Please click on this link. It contains links to many of my blog posts on travel to some of my favorite spots. Ankara to Istanbul! The Mediterranean coast, Aegean, and Black Sea! Kapadokya!!! And let's not forget the paragliding adventure!... Continue Reading →
Friends, Death, and Manayunk. I’m baaaaaack.
It's almost 8 months since I left my home and moved back to the States. So many times I have had ideas for blogs posts. Good ones and bad. Happy and sad. Angry. But I didn't write. This week an old friend told me he felt like he had lost touch. Although we really don't... Continue Reading →
Camping, and all that Jazz! A day trip to Yedigoller National Park
Every once in a while, the hubby and I both realize - at the same time - that we really need a break. Yesterday was the day! While many Turks have headed to the Mediterranean shores for the weekend, we headed north to Bolu for a day trip. Destination - Yedigöller Milli Parklar (Seven Lakes National... Continue Reading →
Top Things to Do In Philadelphia In December 2015 — Visit Philadelphia — visitphilly.com
Check out the below link for the Top Things to Do In Philadelphia In December 2015. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! Source: Top Things to Do In Philadelphia In December 2015 — Visit Philadelphia — visitphilly.com Photo courtesy of VisitPhilly.com