Situated away from the main areas of Istanbul lie Arnavutkoy and Bebek, two gorgeous districts famous for their fine dining, chic cafes and nightclubs. Translating to “Albanian Village” in Turkish, Arnavutkoy is a small district with Turkish, Greek, Jewish and Armenian roots and is best known for its stunning, colorful wooden yalis that line the waterside. These Ottoman-era pastel mansions are decorated with intricate Art Nouveau embellishments.

Located on the European side, Bebek was called “Boğazın Gözbebeği” which translates roughly to the “Apple of the Bosphorus.” Although Bebek is a small neighborhood, it is widely known for its cuisine. Get an ice cream and walk along the Bosphorus, step into one of Bebek’s many trendy open-air cafes and sip a coffee as you take in the magical views, or have a few cocktails along the main strip.

Though each of Turkiye’s cities and towns vary in their population, climate, and atmosphere, one thing they have in common is street shopping. No matter where you go in Turkiye, you’ll be met with a selection of open-air markets and shops that will tempt and delight you with pretty souvenirs to bring home with you. In Bodrum, browse from a selection of traditional outdoor markets, supermarkets, and antique and handicraft shops for jewelry, leather, carpets, authentic clothes, and handmade items.

In the markets of Cappadocia, you can shop for all manner of souvenirs, including glazed pots, artisanal jewelry, regional wines, and Turkish rugs. The Grand Bazaar in Istanbul is one of the world's most incredible shopping destinations and one of the largest covered markets in the world and just nearby lies the Spice Market where you’ll find exotic spices, dry fruits, nuts, virgin olive oil, coffee, and Turkish delights. You never know what you’ll find!