Archive for the 'Turkey' Category
Getting Travel Visas in Ankara, Turkey
Tuesday, October 23rd, 2007
Fresh with hope after speaking to the Iranian embassy in Ankara, I began the midnight trips to the capital. Arriving back in Goreme 23 hours later. It was long and tiring. But it saved money, and it was working. During this period my Mendle (meindel) boots broke in two shame on them. They never answered my emails either. Never again. But yes to Goreme …
Living and relaxing in Goreme Turkey
Sunday, October 21st, 2007Heading to Goreme, Cappadocia, land of troglodytes
Saturday, October 20th, 2007Istanbul or not? On the trail for visas
Saturday, October 20th, 2007
Travel Journal Overview: It’s not at all strange how today’s politics can interfere with travel plans. Instead of enjoying my self and seeking out a great new opportunity for finding home, I had to get my visas sorted. Again in my book it’s another turning point, not a major one. But a game of chance,… Continue reading more »
Arriving in Istanbul, an old city on the cusp of European life
Friday, October 19th, 2007
Travel Journal Overview: I should have guessed better. But my first impressions of Turkey were not old school. They were of Istanbul’s thriving tourist trade, then again, it was the middle of Ramadan. After climbing up the hill to Old Sultanahmet we arrived at the hostel our French friend had recommended…well not exactly but it… Continue reading more »










