Tuesday, December 30, 2014

Taking A Walk Through Cappadocia In Turkey


Upon arrival in Cappadocia we took a stroll over some of the amazing sandstone formations that were found everywhere.
You can find some movies of these adventures at  Youtube


The formations are caused by water and wind erosion cutting through layers of volcanic ash, and it makes for a surreal landscape.




Monday, December 29, 2014

Ephesus - Romano Greek Ruins In Turkey

Ephesus - Romano  Greek Ruins

We were lucky enough to be able to spend the day at Ephesus, which boasts some of the most important Romano-Grecco remains in the Mediterranean world.


It also has one of the largest surviving theaters in the Roman world, which seated 24,000 people


Sunday, December 28, 2014

A Splendid Moment in Turkey.

A splendid moment in Turkey.
This was the 'wow' moment for many of us. !
19 tour guides packed into 3 balloons, ascended into the sky over the rolling plains of Cappadocia, and were joined by 25 other balloons, all riding the same hot air.


Saturday, December 27, 2014

Tour Guides at Play In Istanbul

Tour Guides at Play In Istanbul


We visited The Grand Mosque and The Blue Mosque in the old quarter of Istanbul. An Islamic woman who was praying in a niche of the Blue Mosque cam over to us and prayed from her copy of the Koran. It was touching, but the building was majestic and we kept our attention focused firmly on it.


Travelling In Turkey - 24 Rick Steves Guides Traveled In Turkey Together

Travelling In Turkey - 24 Rick Steves Guides Traveled In Turkey Together


In November of 2014 24 intrepid guides gathered from all over the world, in Istanbul, for a 2 week tour of Turkey. It was a marvelous travel event that none of us will ever forget.


We, as experienced travelers, were able to visit Istanbul and eat in a world class restaurant. We traveled to Ankara to visit Attaturks mausoleum, as well flew in hot air balloons in Cappadocia.
Over the next few weeks I'll post some photos and write about some of our experiences, so please come back soon.