Every time regional tensions in the Middle East flare up, I get some version of the same message from friends and family: “Wait, isn’t Turkey right next to all that? Is it actually safe to go?” It’s a fair question, and it deserves a better answer than a flat yes or no. Turkey is a…
Most “biblical Turkey” guides hand you a map dotted with seven ancient names and call it a plan. What they don’t tell you is that those seven cities are scattered across hundreds of kilometres of western Turkey, and figuring out which ones fit into your trip, and which don’t, is the real problem. Here’s how…
Ask most people what there is to do in Kuşadası and they’ll say Ephesus, and honestly, they’re not wrong. But Ephesus is technically over in Selçuk, and I’ve already written about it in detail, so I’ll link that here rather than repeat myself. What I want to get into is everything else, the stuff that…
We spent over a week in Berlin across two separate visits and still felt we’d only scratched the surface. The city is enormous, and there is no end to historical sights. But Berlin can also be quite quirky and definitely has an artsy side. This is our honest guide for the best things to do…
Before we went to Valencia as digital nomads, we genuinely did not know what to expect. We had heard it was good (and cheaper) than Madrid or Barcelona. After having lived here for almost two years, here’s our roundup of what we did, loved and would do again. Valencia is a beautiful and amazing city…
Short answer: The best time to visit is March–May (think Fallas and spring) and September–October are the sweet spots. But the right time for you depends entirely on what you’re coming for. Quick Overview: Valencia by Season Season Months Temps (°C) Crowds Best For Spring Mar–May 15–25°C Moderate (high in March) Las Fallas, sightseeing, flowers…
Valencia is a city for those who enjoy a fun, relaxed style of life. The city is full of tourist attractions that are worth visiting, but the city’s real personality is in its parks and neighbourhoods. We live in Valencia as digital nomads and here are our favourite locations to visit as locals, as well…
Between us, we have clocked a combined year and a half in Valencia, one of us for several weeks, the other as a full-time resident. We’ve navigated the visa process, the café culture, the apartment hunt, and the bureaucracy that comes with actually building a life here rather than just passing through. So here’s our…
Short answer: Yes — and honestly, it ruined every other city for us a little bit. We’ve both lived in Istanbul for three years, and we still talk about it almost daily. Istanbul is one of those cities that is unforgettable from the moment you step outside Istanbul airport. It gets under your skin in…
Picking where to stay in Istanbul matters more than in most cities. It’s a genuinely enormous place that spans two continents, public transportation options on the land, in the air, and on water (yes, you can take a ferry to work 😅), and with distinct neighbourhoods that each have completely different vibes. Stay in the…
