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When we visit a new destination, there can often be certain unpleasant surprises we come across, and it makes us wonder if they could have been avoided had someone warned us of what to expect or if we had done a little more research. The same holds true when you get ready to embark on an exciting journey to Istanbul using one of our Turkey tour packages. Well, let us put your mind at ease because in this article we will be informing you of all the tips and tricks that will ensure your time in Istanbul is as smooth sailing as possible.
Let’s take a look at the Istanbul tips and tricks that will make your vacation even more pleasant and smooth:
When you travel to Istanbul, get ready to witness quite a lot of traffic. While some of it is due to the daily commuters, the other half could belong to fellow tourists attempting to explore the city. This is why one of the easiest and most convenient ways to go around Istanbul is by availing public transport, which means going by ferries, buses, trams, and metro.
Istanbul has multiple spots you will want to explore, and this includes museums, bazaars, and historical structures. Naturally, you will have to walk quite a lot, which is why it’s only wise to pack a couple of extremely comfortable walking shoes so that you don’t end up having blisters on your feet at the end of the day. Make sure to also carry some band-aids in your purse, just in case. Women should remember to discard their heels in Istanbul and only put on their softest pair of shoes.
The popular tourist attractions in Istanbul are always crowded, and this includes the Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, and Hagia Sophia. While it isn’t possible to avoid the crowds at these locations altogether, you can find them to be less crowded and packed if you visit early in the day.
While in Istanbul, you will surely want to visit some of the many mosques present in the city, which you can easily do when you secure one of our Turkey travel packages for yourself. Before you enter a mosque, it’s very important to know about the proper mosque etiquette. You will have to be dressed modestly and properly covered and your shoulders can’t be exposed at these holy places, and this applies to both men and women. In case the attendant believes you aren’t well-covered, they will give you a shawl to have the middle and lower portion of your body concealed. Women should remember to cover their heads in mosques and not wear shorts or skirts the day they’re supposed to visit a mosque.
If you’re someone who is used to the snow and colder weather in general, you should totally avoid visiting Istanbul during the summer. This is because the temperatures can go quite high during this period, making it very difficult to explore the gorgeous city without having patches of sweat cover your body.
The worst thing that can happen to anyone in a new country is to get lost without having any idea of whom to ask for help or where to head to next. This is why it’s imperative to have a SIM card for the region you are traveling to. Before you leave for your vacation in Istanbul, be sure to add ‘getting an eSim’ to your checklist so that you can buy one as soon as you land in the city.
Turkish cuisine is absolutely scrumptious, and it would be unwise to leave Istanbul without devouring as many pieces of kebabs and baklavas as possible. In order to make the most of your stay through our Turkey trip packages, try to stay away from fancy restaurants because they often overcharge their customers. Instead, stick to the local eateries because not only are they much cheaper, but they also serve the most authentic and delicious dishes.
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