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  Izmir: The Center of It All

  Written by Valantis on October 23rd, 2011 in Eat & Drink, History, Living in Turkey2 Comments
  
  Many questioned me when I explained that I was moving to Izmir.  The automatic, almost robotic response was, and still is sometimes “Why not Istanbul?”  Of course, Istanbul is a city unparalleled in history, architecture, and food.  It’s a globalized city, as you will see from the explosion of capitalistic shopping centers and eatery chains.  In many ways, Istanbul does have it all.  But I would argue that Izmir has an edge over Istanbul in terms of living and lifestyle, due to its location and environment, which still makes it the pearl of the Aegean. The positive aspects about the...

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  Five Budget Eateries to Grab Lunch in Çeşme

  Written by OnurInal on May 6th, 2010 in Travel3 Comments
  
  Summertime is just around the corner. Çesme is one of the best places in Turkey for an active or relaxing vacation. It is a bustling summer resort 70 km from Izmir, where shopping streets, restaurants, trendy cafes, cocktail lounges, and nightclubs rival for your attention. Whether you go to Çesme with your family, your girlfriend, or your buddies, there are many things to do there. You can hit the famous Aya Yorgi Beach Club, sign up for a boat tour to the Island of Chios, windsurf in the Alaçati Bay, or have a daily visit to the famous Kemeralti Bazaar...

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