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EXPERIENCES YOU’LL LOVE
The best part of any journey is the experiences you have along the way, leaving
you with memories to relive long after the holiday is over.
The Greece, Turkey and Croatia have countless amazing things to see and do.
Here are 10 of our favourites to inspire your wanderlust.
Pula, Croatia
WINE & DINE ANCIENT RUINS
You’ll be in foodie heaven in these three countries. Greece, Turkey and Croatia share fascinating
They offer a plethora of seafood, regional histories and a host of ancient ruins and
specialities and decadent sweets. Whether fine archaeological sites. Athens is home to the
dining or sampling street food, one thing is for famous Parthenon, Temple of Zeus and Acropolis
certain – wherever you go, the food will be plentiful, and it’s almost impossible to walk through the city
fresh and tasty. Greece is well known for its diet without discovering yet another archaeological
rich in seafood, olives and vegetables, while Turkey site. Turkey boasts Troy as well as the remains of
has adopted spices and techniques from Central the Roman cities of Ephesus and Göbekli Tepe.
Asia. Croatia is a pleasant mix of Italian, Hungarian Croatia lays claim to the 4th century Diocletian
and Mediterranean flavours. While chowing down, Palace, the Pula Ampitheatre and the Euphrasian
don’t forget to drink like a local, with each country Basilica. Many sites can also be found on the
boasting its own brands of beer, wine and spirits. Greek islands of Delos, Crete and Mykonos.
Grand Bazaar, Istanbul, Turkey
TURKEY’S GRAND BAZAAR
Serious shoppers will be in proverbial heaven
at Istanbul’s famous Grand Bazaar. Located
in the historic section of the city, this famous
tourist attraction is one of the largest of its kind
in the world. It covers 30,700 square metres and
comprises 4000 shops. Popular items for sale
include carpets and kilims, ceramics, jewellery,
textiles and glasswork. Bargaining is a must and
is usually a lengthy affair. Once all shopped out,
settle at one of the many teahouses inside the
bazaar and watch the world go by.
Grand Bazaar, Istanbul, Turkey
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