Turkey’s largest city, Istanbul, is bustling with activity all year round, but it really comes to life on New Year’s Eve! Every venue in the city wants to outdo the other, so you’re guaranteed to find somewhere fun and vibrant to see in the New Year with a bang!
Turkey(Sailor’s version)- Evening Standard Magazine 23rd June 2023
Turkish national holidays
If you’re thinking of visiting Turkey in 2015 it can be useful to know when we’ll be celebrating various national holidays. You may wish to join us at those times and experience a taste of our rich culture and tradition, or you may wish to book your holiday at a different time to ensure that …
Turkey: the ideal winter holiday destination
Turkey is situated in an ideal location, straddling both Europe and Asia, which means it benefits from fairly mild winters as well as glorious summers. If you’re looking for a destination in which to escape the harsh UK winter then Turkey is the place for you. The cooler weather from November to March means that …
Marking 100 years since the Gallipoli Campaign
2015 marks 100 years since the Gallipoli Campaign, aka the Battle of Gallipoli, was carried out as part of World War One. Here at Salamander Voyages we’ll be marking the occasion by sailing along the Gallipoli peninsula for guests who want to retrace the historic steps of World War One soldiers.
Diving in Bodrum
Your Turkish holiday aboard the Salamander Gulet is the perfect opportunity to get away from the daily grind of life and experience new things. If you’ve always wanted to go diving then we can easily arrange that for you upon request. A PADI qualified diving company will meet you in Bodrum, providing all the equipment …
3 alternative cruise destinations
While many people associate cruises with places such as the Caribbean and the Mediterranean there are cruises available throughout the world. While these warm places are suitable for people wishing to explore exotic islands and top up their tan, they’re not everyone’s ideal holiday destination. We have compiled a list of a few alternative cruises …
Turkey on a budget
As with any holiday destination, you can either choose to experience it in luxury or on a budget. While you will see a different side to the country if you’re travelling on a budget, you won’t necessarily lose anything: in fact, you could save a lot of money. While the English pound is worth more …
5 of the most idyllic beaches in the Aegean Sea
Warm sun, clear sea and soft sand is what many of us fantasies about while we’re working our nine-to-five jobs and going about our day-to-day. To fuel these fantasies, we have compiled a list of some of the most beautiful beaches in the Aegean Sea to bring you closer to booking next year’s vacation!
A short guide to Turkish festivals
As a Muslim country, Turkey celebrates many traditional, annual Muslim festivals. As a tourist, it can be exciting to celebrate these festivals alongside the locals however it is important that you understand the religious reasoning behind each festival so as to avoid offense. We have compiled a simple guide to the biggest Turkish festivals so …
A short guide to Turkish culture
When visiting a foreign country it is important to consider their cultures and traditions. It can be possible to offend people, and even get arrested, if the correct social expectations are not practiced. Of course, there will be a bit of leeway with tourists when it comes to social niceties, but there are unfamiliar laws …
