Izmir

Turkey’s second largest city is so lovely, and not just because it is home to a long-time friend I hadn’t seen in a quarter-century and was so, so happy to see again.

Istanbul

Twenty-five years since I was last in this magical city, and it’s beautiful as ever!

The most famous horse

 All the iterations of ancient Troy have mostly been lost to time, earthquakes, and looting…but still surreal to be there and check out the modern city of Çanakkale. 

Hit the Turkish coast

Kuşadasi and the ruins of Ephesus: Two thumbs up!

Rhodes

 A day strolling within the medieval city walls: so charming!