Middle East Traveler Advice

Always be vigilant when riding taxis, especially when it comes to the part when you're paying them.  Turkish taxi drivers are known for using tricks to overcharge for a ride or steal money. To ensure...
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In some off-track restaurants, you just might witness some of the most bizarre occurences you may ever see. One is to arrive just in time for a local and religious custom such as the circumcision of...
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After you lay your eyes on it, you'll be amazed that this UNESCO World Heritage Site has been a virtual unknown in the outside world.  Pamukkala is a freak of nature, a standout in the realm of the...
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Don't be surprised when you ride buses or taxis and find out that the Turkish drivers somehow become nuts when they take to the streets. Traffic rules? Forget them.  In Turkey, few ever care to...
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Turkey is a weight-watcher's nightmare - their food is so delicious!  You'll probably find yourself taking bite after bite of their famous baklava, a sumptuous dessert made from extra-thin phyllo...
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Remember to keep your wits about you when paying for a visa at the Turkish border.  Many would not hesitate to overcharge you, so it's a good idea to know exactly how much you should pay from reliable...
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I know that those Turkish carpets are beautiful.  And you would like to buy one as soon as possible.  That's a recipe for being scammed, though, as you'll be buying impulsively and those salesmen...
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