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Istanbul — Byzantium, Constantinople, Istanbul – three names for the one great city that straddles the Bosphorus, with one foot in Asia and the other in Europe. The Turkish capital until it shifted to Ankara in 1923, Istanbul is still far and away the country’s most exciting, beautiful, and historically interesting town.

Why Go

For three ancient empires, two continents, and a mesmerizing cultural identity on display in its markets and cafes.

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Political Unrest in Turkey: Should You Still Go?

June 14, 2013 by Mary Winston Nicklin

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Monday Deal Alert: Off the Beaten Path Destinations

April 22, 2013 by Mandy Berman

Looking to expand your travel horizons this summer or fall? We've got the deals for you. From Bonaire to Bali to Bulgaria, travel outside the usual domestic or ... Read More »

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Monday Deal Alert: Fly Away for Fall

October 01, 2012 by Mandy Berman

With this edition of our Monday Deal Alert, we've compiled some of the best airfare currently in the market, from West Coast escapes to journeys to Eastern ... Read More »

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Top 10 Snubbed Olympic Cities

July 24, 2012 by ShermansTravel Editorial Staff

Hosting the Olympic Games is a prestigious honor that cities around the world compete for with as much stamina and finesse as any world-class athlete. But just ... Read More »

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Snubbed Olympic Cities

July 24, 2012

Our snubbed Olympics Cities may be the losing-est destinations, but they still offer ways to get your sports fix, not to mention gold-medal attractions that keep ... Read More »

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