Travel destination of the day: Istanbul

Photo: Daniel C. Bach 

Found a great article today on Istanbul, probably my favourite place on the planet. This article is well written, although many side-street gems and little secrets were missed by this journo. I've got many tips and sights written down somewhere if you ask nicely. Buy a ticket, take the ride - you'll love it, trust me.

Turkish Airlines is planning to offer direct flights to Istanbul from Toronto this summer!Air Canada has no direct flights from Canada, but Star Alliance partner Lufthansa offers connecting flights to Istanbul via Munich or Frankfurt. Great beer and newspaper selection at the gate in Munich, fantastic duty-free shopping in Frankfurt, not to mention more beer.

- Daniel C.