Simon Karios

Simon Karios

Simon Karios is the founder and editor of Explore More Turkey, an English-language travel site focused on practical Turkey travel guides, destination advice, cultural context, and trip-planning tips. Simon reviews and publishes content to help travellers make better-informed decisions about where to go, when to visit, what to expect, and how to plan more confidently across Turkey.

Istanbul Restaurants by Neighborhood/Cuisine

Last updated: September 5, 2026 Quick Answer Istanbul has roughly 40 distinct food neighborhoods, so the smartest way to plan meals isn't by restaurant name, it's by district and dish [2][10]. Eat traditional Ottoman-Anatolian food in Sultanahmet and Eminönü, hunt…

Turkey Honeymoon Guide

Last updated: September 5, 2026 Quick Answer A Turkey honeymoon works best as a 7 to 12 day trip combining Istanbul, Cappadocia, and one coastal region like Antalya or Fethiye, ideally booked for April-May or September-October. Expect to spend roughly…

Shoulder Season in Turkey:

Last updated: September 5, 2026 Quick Answer Shoulder season in Turkey runs roughly from April through May and again from September through October, sitting between the crowded, scorching peak of summer and the quiet chill of winter. This Shoulder Season…