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5 Best Vegan Recipes in Turkish Cuisine

You are in Istanbul and you are a vegetarian. Maybe you’re a vegan. In contrast, kebab comes one of the most consumed foods in Turkey. Generally, meals are made with meat and animal fat. You don’t have to think about it: “What am I going to do?” Istanbul has a rich enough culture for everyone. Vegan-friendly restaurants and cafes all over the city. You can find the nearest vegan cafe and restaurant with the plans designed by locals from Tripster. During your stay in Istanbul, you can determine your entire vacation and travel plan and add vegan cafes and restaurants along your way. If you wish, With the Tripster trip designers’ well-prepared program you will have the opportunity to travel to Istanbul like a Turkish vegan.

10 June

Hair Transplant in Istanbul

10th June 2020
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General, Istanbul, Need to Know, Sightseeing

Hair loss. Mostly caused by genetic factors, also called pattern baldness, baldness is a popular problem especially with men. According to the U.S. National Library of Medicine, more than fifty percent of all men will be affected by pattern baldness. If we add the hair loss that is caused by other factors, the number goes up to almost every three men of four will experience baldness over age fifty. And in recent years there is a solution for that problem. Hair transplantation. It is a treatment made by taking your own body hairs, especially from the neck area, and uses it in the areas of hair loss. These hairs are resilient against the hormones that cause your hair loss.

10 June

2 Days in Istanbul with the Perfect 2 Day Itinerary

27th May 2020
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Food & Drink, General, Going Out, Istanbul, Need to Know, Shopping, Sightseeing

Istanbul is one of the most popular cities in Turkey. With a population of over 14 million, in Turkey, it’s known as the city that never sleeps. People come to Istanbul for all sorts of reasons; entertainment, history, business and more. But one thing they all have in common is that they’re looking for ways to make the most of their time in the city. To help first-time visitors we’ve prepared a 2-day Istanbul tour to ensure an enjoyable trip.

27 May

9 Dishes of Famous Turkish Chefs That You Should Try

20th May 2020
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Food & Drink, General, Going Out, Istanbul, Need to Know

The art of food. We all see natural wonders and touristic places when we plan for a trip. But every trip always has a special part of interesting foods. Even when you’re a domestic traveller. We all have a restaurant that we like to go to, even almost owning it like an addiction and say ‘my place’, around where we live. A favorite place where we order food, a favorite place where we drink coffee or a place we go to almost every time whenever we want to hang out. It’s easy to find these favourite places in your own environment, but when it comes to finding the right place in unknown territory you must seek information. And for you, we gathered some of the most popular and successful Turkish chefs that you can visit their restaurants and probably love their amazing dishes.

20 May

When You Need the Consulate in Istanbul

The Consulate is a unit of your country’s Embassy. The Embassy is responsible for the political and diplomatic relations between your country and that in which it’s located. Consulates exist to support the citizens of the countries they represent. So the Consulate is a representative of your country which you can contact for advice and support while in Turkey.

20 May

The 10 Best Spas in Istanbul

20th May 2020
Sevval Akdeniz
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General, Going Out, Istanbul, Need to Know

Almost everyone in Turkey likes going to the baths. When they’re not at the baths, people miss it and just the thought of it will make them smile. When you visit Turkey, you must visit a bathhouse to experience the entertaining environment inside. Musicians make music and people have fun. Sometimes there are bachelorette parties, sometimes people visit with a friend and sometimes people go alone to lie on their stomach and just think. After a drinking session, many people leave the tavern, drink tripe soup and then go to the bath. Some people even drink tripe soup in the bath.

20 May

12 Free Things To Do in Istanbul

19th May 2020
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General, Going Out, Istanbul, Need to Know, Shopping, Sightseeing

Istanbul is a city that amazes tourists with its multitude of places and points of interest. If you’re visiting Istanbul but have a limited budget then you’ll want to check out our list of 12 things to do for free in Istanbul.

19 May

Pet-Friendly Places in Istanbul: Restaurants & More

19th May 2020
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Food & Drink, General, Istanbul, Need to Know

If you’re travelling to Istanbul with a pet you’ll find some places difficult to get into. You’ll see dogs and cats fed on the streets and many restaurants give their leftovers to stray animals. And many people keep pets at home. But according to some people with Muslim beliefs, dogs are animals that should be avoided. That’s not to say they’re not animal lovers, it’s just that some people prefer to love them from a distance. In some cafes, and particularly restaurants, you might see a sign saying “No animals allowed”.

19 May

Amusement Parks in Istanbul

19th May 2020
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General, Going Out, Istanbul, Sightseeing

Everyone loves an amusement park, and with its unique and varied range of parks, Istanbul is the number one choice for them. MOI Park is found inside the Mall of Istanbul (MOI) hence its name. MOI lies in Başaksehir, known as the entrance to the lively part of Istanbul. This 4-star establishment offers a small roller coaster, Çuf Çuf, which is suitable for young children, and a parkour course called Kahkaha Geçidi where they can run and jump to their hearts’ content.

19 May

Istanbul’s Top 5 Rooftops

When summer arrives in the city no one wants to stay in. Everybody wants to feel the breeze, and the best way is to choose the rooftops. And as an added bonus Istanbul’s magnificent Bosphorus view is available from most rooftops in the city where you can sip a drink with your friends or enjoy an unforgettable dinner with your partner. With that in mind, we’ve collated a list of the best rooftops in Istanbul just for you.

18 May