Turkey is an intriguing place to spend your next holiday. Antiquity in Turkey exists right next to modern cities and sights. Natural sites vie with modern cities as the focus of a tourist’s attentions. Turkey is a country that is both part of Europe and Asia. It is the cradle of one of the world’s earliest civilizations. Any tourist will be thrilled with the fabulous restaurants and cuisine of this country as well as the night life in the larger cities. Outdoor activities include yachting, ballooning, paragliding and diving! Turkey is bordered by sea on three sides and the coastline is 6,500 km long!

At the crossroads of Europe and Asia, Turkey is a country of many cultural influences. Thirteen different civilizations have settled Turkey since ancient times. Turkey is an interesting mix of all of these cultures and the contrasts between modern civilization and the civilizations of antiquity. Turkey is the place to enjoy a unique blend of Eastern and Western culture.

Turkey is beautiful at any time of the year but the peak months to visit are April through October. Besides chilling on one of Turkey’s warm and sunny beaches, tourists will want to partake in Turkish Cuisine. Perhaps a meze style meal of tiny plates, served with some of Turkey’s red or white wine and then followed by one of this country’s delicious desserts will whet your appetite. The truth is that the cuisine of Turkey is so varied that one almost must visit the country itself to taste the flavors of Turkey.

Turkey is also one of the birthplaces of the Christian religion. While tourists enjoy seeing the mosques of Turkey, they can also walk in the footsteps of one of the Catholic Church’s most famous saints, St. Paul. He was born in the Turkish city of Tarsus and preached throughout Turkey. Turkey has many regions and each offers museums and historical sites for the visitor on holiday. For example, if you are in the area of the Aegean, you might want to visit the Archaeological Museum near Konak Square. Its most famous pieces are the statues of Poseidon and Demeter that stood in the Agora in ancient times. In southeastern Turkey you might want to visit the Archaeology Museum in Gaziantep. It houses important artifacts from Neolithic, Hittite and Roman times.

A holiday in Turkey will never be forgotten. Feast on the sights, sounds and tastes of Turkey, a country that spans two continents and thousands of years of history!

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What vacationer is happy, when arriving at their lodging, to find that the hotel is not well kept or that their room has been given to someone else? One of the best ways to find a hotel that suits you is to check the internet for reviews. There are many places on the internet that review hotels and other types of accommodations. Most award stars or some other icon to hotels according to reviews. Often there’s a written review as well. Most travelers are looking for certain qualities in hotel accommodations

Cleanliness and friendliness: Most travelers want to ensure that their room will be clean and that the hotel’s staff will be friendly. If you want to spend a bit more money, a concierge is a nice addition to the staff of the hotel in which you’re staying. The concierge can tell you all of the good local places to eat and visit.

Security: 24/7 front desk staff is a must in a good hotel. Good hotels also have full security staff. Key cards are the best keys. They can be discarded when a lodger checks out and they can be replaced if they are lost.

Price: If you check hotel review sites you will find a range of prices for each hotel. The lowest price is not always the best price, taking into consideration that more expensive hotels may have more to offer. When paying for a hotel room you are paying for extras like room service, restaurants on site and exercise facilities.

Convenient location: Unless you want to rent a car, you probably want a hotel in a location that’s near restaurants and attractions. A hotel within walking or cab distance of these is a good way to save money. However, if you want to rent a car, be sure that you can conveniently get back and forth to where the car rental location is or that the car rental company will deliver the car.

Internet research on hotel review sites is the best first step in finding clean, safe, friendly hotels. When you’re made your choice, call the hotel and ask questions. If you’re anticipating a late arrival, tell the reservationist. Make sure you have your reservation emailed to you and check it over. And then enjoy your holiday!

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Tunisia, in northeastern Africa is a beautiful country to visit: a country of spices and flowers, ancient history, friendliness, wonderful hotels, restaurants and first class airports.

Tunisia is blessed with a wonderful climate and a scenic coastline. It is bordered by the Mediterranean on the north and east and Libya, to the southeast and Algeria to the west. Many civilizations and empires have passed through Tunisia, leaving their footprint along the way. Tunisia has been home to the Phoenicians, Romans, Vandals, Byzantines, Turks, Spanish and French. Today’s Tunisians live in a culture that reflects the passage of all of these people through their country.

Tunisia’s long and colorful history is preserved in the many hundreds of historical sites and museums that dot the country. The enormous National Museum of Bardo (near Tunis) was a 13th century palace and has been expanded over time so that it’s now a an amazing example of 17th and 18th century Arab architecture and interior décor. It boasts vaulted ceilings, galleries and cupolas. It also houses the finest collection of mosaics in the world! The Carthage Museum is famed for its excellent collection of Roman and Punic artifacts, including items that would have been used in everyday life. The extensive display of jewelry must not be missed. There is also an extremely distinctive display of Punic masks made of colored glass paste.

The Dar Ben Abdallah Museum of Traditional Arts and Customs, in Tunis, can be found on the ground floor of the 18th century Dar Ben Abdallah Palace. It is in the medina, the center of old Tunis. This museum is famed for its displays of traditional Tunisian arts as well as its exhibits of the customs of the city of Tunis. Most museums in Tunisia are closed on Mondays. Tunisia is a land of festivals. Every city and village, no matter how large or small, hosts festivals to which visitors are welcome. The Saharian Festival celebrates the vast expanses of the Sahara. It is in Douz and occurs during the second week of November. If you are a devotee of world class music, don’t miss the International Music Festival at the El Jem Coliseum from mid-July to mid-August. What could be lovelier than listening to world famous orchestras and artists on a warm Tunisian evening under the stars in a Roman coliseum?

The most important component of Tunisian family cuisine is its breads! Country breads, found in smaller villages, are usually unleavened and baked in domed, clay ovens called tabounas. Bread is a staple at every Tunisian meal and everyplace in Tunisia has its own special breads. Other than bread, lamb is the meat that is often most eaten at family meals. Tunisians eat a lot of seafood, olive oil and salads and flavor them with all manner of herbs and spices including cumin, coriander, garlic, parsley, dried peppers and other savory delights! Tunisians are fans of hot and spicy food and often harissa, a hot condiment, is served “on the side” in consideration of visitor’s tastes. And for dessert – Turkish baklava, layers of crispy pastry nuts and cinnamon, all soaked in honey syrup, is a treat not to be missed.

Tunisia is a world-class destination for your world-class holiday!

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