Totally Türkiye - Destination Special with Trip.com

About this episode

This episode explores the diverse travel destinations in Turkey, featuring stories and recommendations from past guests and expert insights.

In this Destination Special episode, we head to Turkey or Türkiye as it’s now officially known - a country where continents, cultures and centuries collide. From the energy of Istanbul to the surreal landscapes of Cappadocia, and from the beach clubs of Antalya to the hidden coves of the Turquoise Coast, this is a journey through one of the world’s most diverse travel destinations. Along the way, you’ll hear stories and recommendations from past Travel Diaries guests including Simon Reeve, Beverley Knight, Jamie Laing and Fiona Duncan, alongside expert insight from travel writer Annabelle Thorpe, who shares where to go, what not to miss, and her favourite hidden gems.  Whether you’re planning a multi-stop itinerary or dreaming of your next escape, this episode is packed with inspiration for exploring Turkey. Destination Recap: Istanbul Hagia Sophia Bosphorus Pudding Shop Kadıköy Eminönü Beyoğlu Topkapı Palace Blue Mosque Bebek Moda Çukurcuma Istiklal Street Tarabya Kıyı Cappadocia Derinkuyu Kaymaklı Red Valley Argos in Cappadocia Antalya & Surrounds Kaleiçi Lara Belek Turquoise Coast / Southwest Coast Fethiye Hillside Beach Club Göcek Dalyan Marmaris Bay Marmaris Kalkan…

People in this episode

Host: Holly Rubenstein

Topics covered

• Turkey
• travel destinations
• cultural experiences
• travel recommendations
• hidden gems

Keywords

• Turkey
• Istanbul
• Cappadocia
• Antalya
• travel recommendations
• hidden gems
• Trip.com

Sponsors

Trip.com

Mentioned in this episode

Places: Turkey, Istanbul, Cappadocia, Antalya, Turquoise Coast, Gaziantep, Mount Nemrut

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