Luxury Hotel Review: Four Seasons Sultanahmet

The Four Seasons owns two stunning properties in Istanbul — one resides in the old city Sultanahmet, and one sits directly on the Bosphorus.  I opted for the old city Sultanahmet location, but have heard wonderful reviews of its sister hotel too.  You can’t go wrong with either choice, and each has its advantages. Option…

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The Ultimate Guide to Turkey: Istanbul and Cappadocia

Turkey

Our vacation to Istanbul and Cappadocia was an intentional stretch into something more exotic.  Istanbul has often been referred to as, “the crossroads of civilizations” for good reason – the culture is a blend of both European and Islamic influences, drawing from its rich history of Ottoman, Byzantine and Roman influences.  This union is apparent…

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