Practical guides, personal stories, and tips from years of living and travelling across Turkey — written by William Julian Bullock in Cankiri.
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Practical Tips
How to Get from Istanbul Airport to the City on the Cheap
Navigating Istanbul's vast new airport without blowing your budget is easier than you think — if you know which options to skip and which to grab.
William Julian Bullock
12 May 2025
7 min read
Destinations
A Weekend in Safranbolu: Turkey's Best-Preserved Ottoman Town
Two days among half-timbered mansions, cobblestone lanes, and the smell of saffron sweets — Safranbolu earns every bit of its UNESCO status.
William Julian Bullock
28 April 2025
9 min read
Practical Tips
Everything You Need to Know About the Turkish Healthcare System
From private hospitals to the SGK public system, understanding how healthcare works in Turkey could save you time, money, and considerable stress.
William Julian Bullock
15 April 2025
11 min read
Culture
Shopping at a Pazar: A First-Timer's Survival Guide
Every Turkish neighbourhood has a weekly street market. Here's how to navigate the noise, the vendors, and the spectacular produce without paying tourist prices.
William Julian Bullock
3 April 2025
6 min read
Destinations
Cankiri Province — Hidden Canyons and Zero Tourists
Just hours from Ankara, Çankırı remains almost entirely off the tourist trail, rewarding the curious with dramatic landscapes and genuine local hospitality.
William Julian Bullock
20 March 2025
8 min read
Culture
Turkish Tea Culture: More Than Just a Drink
Çay is the backbone of daily life in Turkey — understanding the rituals around it will change how you experience the country, one small glass at a time.
William Julian Bullock
10 March 2025
5 min read
Road Trips
Driving the Black Sea Coast: Road-Trip Notes
Turkey's northern coast is lush, dramatic, and almost entirely ignored by mainstream tourism — making it the perfect road trip for travellers who want something real.
William Julian Bullock
25 February 2025
12 min read
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