Newcomer to the Istanbul dining scene receives coveted award in the Michelin Guide Istanbul 2024 The Michelin Guide has awarded a Michelin Star to Sankai by Nagaya, located at Istanbul's Bebek Hotel by The Stay. The award was presented at a special ceremony held in Istanbul last week at Zorlu Performing Arts Center. Having opened along the Bosphorus earlier this year, Sankai by Nagaya has earned a coveted Michelin Star within just eight months of its debut, marking an extraordinary achievement as a restaurant situated in a hotel that blends global cuisine with locally sourced ingredients. Sankai also holds the distinction of being the first Michelin-starred Japanese omakase restaurant in Türkiye. At the ceremony, Executive Chef Yoshizumi Nagaya and Head Chef H...
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The Zeyrek Çinili Hamam in Istanbul's historic Zeyrek neighbourhood is restored to its former glory as an architectural masterpiece and cultural centre. ATELIER BRÜCKNER has developed a new museum within this traditional bathhouse, built in the 16th century by renowned Ottoman architect Sinan. The hamam will be open to visitors starting September 30th. Initiated by the Marmara Group, this unique destination combines a traditional bathing experience with a museum exhibition and event spaces. Zeyrek Çinili Hamam. Exhibition space "The Tiles Gallery". Credit: Giovanni Emilio Galanello The bathhouse’s name “çinili” refers to the magnificent Iznik tiles that once lined its interior, and while fragments of the tiles have long been displayed in the likes of the Louvre and the British Museu...
Read MoreMarcello is the latest addition to Istanbul's culinary scene, offering rooftop views and a fusion of Italian flavours, the perfect place to experience the essence of Mediterranean life in the heart of the city. Spanning 425 sqm, Marcello is located on the rooftop of The Stay Boulevard Nistantasi, a space redolent of Italy with olive and citrus trees, and a terracotta-tiled terrace with Boshphorus views. The interiors, designed by world-renowned design studio Autoban, include a striking entrance featuring bespoke frescoes and rich burgundy marble. The space is elevated by a coveted art collection featuring works by artists such as Jeff Robb, Vahram Davtian, Sedat Girgin, and Erdal Akbaş. Marcello brings together the finest flavours from all corners of Italy; offering a diverse me...
Read MoreTurkey on Thursday slammed a group of Western countries that temporarily closed down their consulates in Istanbul over security concerns, accusing them of waging “psychological warfare” and attempting to wreck Turkey’s tourism industry. Germany, the Netherlands and Britain were among countries that shut down their consulates in the city of around 16 million people this week. The German Embassy cited the risk of possible retaliatory attacks following Quran-burning incidents in some European countries. The United States and other countries issued travel warnings urging citizens to exercise vigilance. Passers-by walk at Galata bridge in Istanbul, Turkey, Wednesday, Feb. 1, 2023. (AP Photo/Francisco Seco) Turkish Interior Minister Suleyman Soylu said the consulate closures and travel...
Read MoreThe Carbon-Neutral Boutique Hotel Offers the Perfect Winter Wellness Retreat Complete with Authentic Turkish Bath Part of Türkiye’s first independent carbon-neutral hotel group The Stay Hotels, The Stay Boulevard Nisantasi in Istanbul offers guests the perfect winter wellness retreat for 2023. The new 1220 sqm Stay Spa spans an entire floor with nine treatment rooms, an indoor spa pool, adjoining hot tub, Turkish bath, and wooden sauna, and using all vegan and organic spa products. Treatments include the reviving Turkish hammam experience, which cleanses, refreshes and moisturises the body with special herbal soaps and foam, enjoyed in the dedicated private Turkish bath, complete with white marble and ornate brass taps. For the ultimate indulgence, the combined hammam and massag...
Read MoreValentin Delluc, one of the world's best speedflyers, recently went for a spectacular flight through Turkey’s famous Cappadocia region, using its fairy chimneys and hot air balloons to undertake a thrilling series of tricks among the gorgeous scenery. From the cliffs of Uçhisar Castle to the tops of the fairy chimneys, wall rides and balloon jumps, Delluc conquered one of the most magical places in Turkey – Cappadocia – with extraordinary tricks he had never before performed. Valentin Delluc performs during the Fairy Flight shooting in Nevsehir, Turkey. Mahmut Cinci / Red Bull Content Pool In his Fairy Flight project, Delluc jumped off a hot air balloon at a height of 2,600m and conducted an extraordinary flight among fairy chimneys and hot air balloons. The project also gave him...
Read MoreAs days get shorter across the UK signalling the beginning of the cooler months, summer is here to stay at Cullinan Belek, the recently opened luxury property on the Turkish Riviera. Named after the largest rough diamond ever found, the hotel first opened its doors earlier this summer in June, welcoming guests to enjoy the turquoise coast, five-star service and lavish facilities. With sunshine and warm temperatures continuing well into November, the property offers guests the opportunity to enjoy an extended summer and make the most of the weather with a host of activities and entertainment options. Located on the longest stretch of coast in Antalya, Cullinan Belek is set on its own expansive stretch of private white-sand beach almost one kilometre long. Guests can t...
Read MoreStargazers gathered to watch the Perseid meteor shower among ancient statues atop Mount Nemrut in southeastern Turkey. Hundreds spent the night at the UNESCO World Heritage Site for the annual meteor show that stretches along the orbit of the comet Swift–Tuttle. Ancient statues are seen as stargazers gather to watch the Perseid meteor shower atop Mount Nemrut in southeastern Turkey, Saturday, Aug. 13, 2022. (AP Photo/Emrah Gurel) Perched at an altitude of 2,150 meters (over 7,000 feet), the statues are part of a temple and tomb complex that King Antiochus I, of the ancient Commagene kingdom, built as a monument to himself. A 50-meter-high (164-foot-high), man-made mound — the presumed tomb of Antiochus — sets the background. The ancient site that includes giant 10-meter (33-fo...
Read MoreTurkey’s first independent carbon-neutral hotel group commits to excellence in luxury hospitality with its latest opening The Stay Boulevard Nisantasi, Istanbul’s hottest new hotel for 2022, is now open for bookings in the heart of the city’s refined fashion and cultural district. The beautifully designed 82-room property is housed in an elegant building in the heart of Nisantasi and joins the established collection of luxurious and culturally connected properties. Standards of Excellence for Sustainability Naturally, the new hotel meets The Stay Hotels’ standards of excellence for sustainability, as part of Turkey’s first carbon-neutral independent hotel group. Recently awarded carbon-neutral status by the internationally recognised sustainability specialist Bureau Veritas, the ...
Read MoreWith traveler confidence taking yet another hit amid the rising cost-of-living across Europe, Turkey will emerge as the destination of choice for budget-conscious travelers in 2022, finds GlobalData, the leading data and analytics company. Research from GlobalData’s Traveler Spending Patterns database shows that in-destination spending is relatively low in Turkey, despite the average stay for inbound tourists (9.7 days) being the second-longest in Europe in 2021. Compared to average inbound expenditure in popular leisure destinations such as Spain and Portugal, travelers could potentially save anywhere between $230 and $770 per trip if they travel to Turkey instead of these destinations. FILE PHOTO: A man sits in an area marked by cordons of ropes and wooden stakes to enforce social...
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