Just a skip and a hop from Istanbul, Iznik is a city of ceramics, historical venues, natural beauty and local flavors that everyone should see. As I was visiting during the recent weekend bayram holiday, the streets beckoned with surprises and attractions. My weekend left me wondering if we have been giving this ancient city the care and attention it deserves. read more...

A colorful run, the joy that comes from having fun and giving back… I had a memorable experience last weekend, even if it did take some time to get rid of all those colors. read more...

The “ALS Ice Bucket Challenge” has swept the world, with videos taken all across Turkey also going viral in Turkish social media.​ read more...