Situated in the Izmir province of western Turkey, Desen Hali is a co-operative women’s workshop that aims to empower women by teaching them the art of carpet making.
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The Turquoise Coast of Turkey is one stunning cliché. Everywhere you look there are crystalline waters, pastel skies and charming villages. It’s impossible to describe without using overworked adjectives; they’re truly the only phrases that convey its beauty.
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Before heading to Turkey, I had no idea of the food that awaited me. In fact, my knowledge of the local gastronomy was limited to Turkish Delight and assumptions about its similarity to Greek cuisine. Boy, was I mistaken.
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While Turkey has long been a popular tourist spot — currently the eighth most visited destination according to the World Tourism Rankings — there are still plenty of misconceptions surrounding the country.
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Despite its increasing popularity, there is a degree of preparation required for an Egyptian jaunt that may not be needed elsewhere – and packing appropriately is crucial.
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My first hike on the Inca Trail in Peru taught me a lot of things. But mostly, it was about the friendships I made and how beautiful Machu Picchu truly is.
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“Perdón, but where are you going? Can I help?” A voice called out to us from across the street. Thirty minutes later, our arms were full with boxes of Cuban cigars. We didn’t know it yet, but we had just fallen victim to one of the most common scams in Havana.
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I watched the Caribbean Sea lap against the rocks, the classic cars stream past in every conceivable colour. Tourists and locals laughed together called each other amigo and danced to the distant sounds of salsa that were ubiquitous in Havana. Travelling through Cuba is as close to time-travel as you can get.
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It was chaotic, loud and probably one of the best nights of my life.