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Adventures Ashore: Istanbul, Turkey

Ralph Grizzle - Videos
Ralph Grizzle - Videos
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👁️ 566 views📅 10 years ago⏱️ 10:02
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Source: Our analysis of the creator's lived experience, based on what they said in this video.

Creator's Key Takeaways

Istanbul is a big in busy city that boat challenged and delighted me

this is a great way to spend 90 minutes or so in Istanbul and that is cruising the Bosphorus on a private yacht

this was a fun way to spend an evening in Istanbul with good food good drink and a whole lot of shakin goin on

Creator's Tips & Advice

Consider a private yacht cruise on the Bosphorus for an overview of the city
Visit the Grand Bazaar with a good sense of humor for bargaining
Explore the Spice Bazaar for Turkish delight and spices

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are the must-see attractions in Istanbul?
QHow can one experience Istanbul's culture and history?
QWhat is a good way to spend an evening in Istanbul?

Port Highlights

Istanbul2 Happy Bacon
Top: Bosphorus cruise on a private yacht
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YouTube Video Description

First, there is the traffic. The streets and highways are clogged, at all times of day. Getting between the airport and the cruise ship — or between the cruise ship and the major attractions — takes a vigilant, patient driver, and that’s best left in the hands of someone else, especially when there is so much to see that you would be craning your neck if you were in the driver’s seat. Not that you’d be renting a car here, would you? If you did, you would have to deal with parking. I’m not sure how our driver managed to park during the three days we were touring Istanbul, but somehow he did, rarely, however, in places that were designated for parking. Read more: http://www.avidcruiser.com/2014/10/19/ten-aspirational-ports-shore-excursions-istanbul/