Izmir: Gateway to Ancient Cities (and More)

Posted by on Aug 22, 2023 in Uncategorized | No Comments

Izmir is a gem of a city on the Aegean Coast that is not only a joy to visit in its own right, but a convenient gateway for exploring some of the most renowned sites of Western Turkey (as well as some of best under-the radar ones as well). In this video, Engin Kadaster, a […]

LIGHTS… CAMERA… ISTANBUL! A Tour Inspired by the Movies Filmed in Istanbul

Posted by on Jul 3, 2023 in Uncategorized | No Comments

We created a unique tour that will showcase the best of Istanbul, highlighting famous sites of this magical city as featured in the films, shows, and books that it has inspired. From action packed “James Bond” scenes to thrillers such as Agatha Christie’s Murder On the Orient Express, and from contemporary TV mysteries such as […]

Antioch & Gallipoli – Two Turkish Cities Every World Leader Should Visit

Posted by on Apr 8, 2023 in Uncategorized | No Comments

Engin Kadaster from Turkey At Its Best has an idea for world leaders: visit Antioch and Gallipoli. Antioch is a an example of religious tolerance, respect, and love – where Christians (of different denominations), Jews, and Muslims have lived in peace for most of the last 2,400 years. It’s the home of the first Church […]

Turkey At Its Best’s Engin Kadaster Recognized as one of the World’s Top Travel Advisor’s by Travel + Leisure for the 7th Year In A Row

Posted by on Mar 7, 2023 in Uncategorized | No Comments

For the 7th Year in a row, Travel + Leisure has named Engin Kadaster, the Vice President and Manager of Turkey At Its Best, in it’s 2023 A-List – the annual selection of the word’s best travel advisors and specialists. This year’s announcement can be viewed online at https://www.travelandleisure.com/a-list/engin-kadaster and is being published in T+L’s […]

Southeastern Turkey Following the February 2023 Earthquakes: Updates and Reflections

Posted by on Feb 15, 2023 in Uncategorized | No Comments

Thanks to the many of you who have sent well wishes, donations, and prayers for our beloved Türkiye and those impacted by the recent disaster. We are beyond sad about the unfathomable loss of life and destruction in this amazing region of vast historical and cultural significance. We wanted to provide you with an initial […]

Top Tips for Traveling to Turkey in 2023

Posted by on Jan 4, 2023 in Uncategorized | No Comments

2023 marks the 100th anniversary of the founding of the Turkish Republic and is poised to be an incredible year to visit Turkey for a whole host of reasons. In this video, Turkey At Its Best’s Engin Kadaster provides helpful tips and suggestions for those planning to visit Turkey in 2023 Highlights from Engin’s video […]

Very-Off-The-Beaten-Path Tour of Turkey – A Unique Travel Experience

Posted by on Dec 31, 2022 in Uncategorized | No Comments

Turkey At Its Best is excited to present one of our most unique tours: Very-Off-The-Beaten-Path Tour of Turkey. This is an immersive, rustic travel experience in the land “where it all began” – the birthplace of religions – featuring culinary offerings, history, agriculture, sustainability, and local traditions. We are organizing two small-group tours for this […]

Helpful Hints for Navigating Istanbul Airport

Posted by on Oct 28, 2022 in Uncategorized | No Comments

Istanbul Airport was recently voted the world’s best airport by Condé Nast and the world’s second best airport by Travel + Leisure. It’s also the world’s largest airport terminal under one roof, which sometimes leads to logistical challenges for travelers. In this video, Turkey At Its Best‘s Engin Kadaster provides helpful navigation hints and suggestions […]

Exciting Updates from Istanbul (September 2022)!

Posted by on Sep 30, 2022 in Uncategorized | No Comments

Turkey At Its Best‘s Engin Kadaster reports on the latest and greatest from Istanbul. Highlights include: The renovation and re-opening of the Underground Cistern Hotel openings including The Four Seasons Sultanahmet and The Peninsula Istanbul The opening of Galataport How Turkey At Its Best helps our guests navigate the crowds at famous sites like the […]

Travel + Leisure Yet Again Recognizes Engin Kadaster as one of the World’s Top Travel Advisor’s in it’s Annual “A-List”

Posted by on Mar 4, 2022 in Uncategorized | No Comments

For the 6th Year in a row, Travel + Leisure has named Engin Kadaster, the Vice President and Manager of Turkey At Its Best, in it’s 2022 A-List – the annual selection of the word’s best travel advisors and specialists. This year’s announcement can be viewed online at https://www.travelandleisure.com/a-list/engin-kadaster and is being published in T+L’s […]