The Western coast of Turkey provides a mix of history and luxury popular with many travelers. Shimmering waters, beaches, and brash cities like Kusadasi and Izmir draw crowds looking for a resort experience; the ruins of Ephesus and other sites interest archeology fiends. We sought to escape these two extremes, and found ourselves happily wandering the narrow streets of ... Read Full Article
Izmir: a Welcome Stop on Turkey’s West Coast
Coastal paradise on the azure Aegean, or great crossroads of the ancient world? Or both? Modern day Izmir on Turkey's west coast is one of the most popular destinations for northern European vacationers and is also the birthplace of Homer, one of the greatest poets and storytellers of all time. The city was founded by the almost mythical Trojans thousands of years ago and was fought over by ... Read Full Article