Sarah’s Turkish Travels Talkback Add Your Comment
 Click to view a slide show of larger images and captions. Over the course of my archaeological career so far, I have had an opportunity to visit and study many sites pertaining to Biblical history and tradition in Italy—in the country where I spent six years teaching, lecturing and conducting research. However, as with many things in life, the more I learned, the more I realized how much I didn’t know. Likewise, the more I experienced and saw, the more I realized just how much remained to be seen.
Through my work, first in Italy and then as BAS’s managing web editor and travel study director, I have had many opportunities to read about the places and archaeological sites in the Near East and Mediterranean that have shaped our field. However, the actual places themselves remained elusive, never-visited names on a long mental list of destinations I intended to experience “one day.” Sites and cities in Turkey, that crucial crossroads between east and west that has attracted visitors for millennia, have comprised a significant portion of that list. Recently, thanks to BAS and Tutku Tours, I had the opportunity to see for myself that mythical land that has been the cornerstone of three distinct civilizations, and that has influenced so many others.
 Click to view a slide show of larger images and captions. I would like to invite you to join me on my adventure as I finally come “face to face” with the places and history that I have been mentally connected to for so long. Come with me as I navigate the ancient bazaars, walk in the footsteps of Roman emperors and Ottoman sultans, grapple with a totally unfamiliar language, roam archaeological sites that are the progenitors of myths and legends known the world over, and experience for myself the graciousness and hospitality of the Turkish people. Sit with me in the cafes and restaurants as I try the various flavorful local dishes and learn about the culture and traditions of an ancient people. Look over my shoulder as I haggle with shopkeepers and become enchanted by some of the most beautiful art in the world. Get lost with me in the ancient, labyrinthine streets of Istanbul and roam with me through the windswept ruins of legendary cities.
So pack your bags and let’s begin our Turkish adventure!
 Sarah K. Yeomans
Turkey TourSarah- My wife and I had the awesome experience of traveling on our own in Turkey in 1986 and we've never been the same. We promised ourselves that one day we would return. We fell in love with the Turkish people and their heritage. May your group have a great trip -they'll be in good company. • • • • • • • MalcomFrom this report, one would deduce that Turkey is the richest country in the world....no sign of poverty anywhere. Thanks for adding a few words and pix of Biblical sites. • • • • • • • TurkiyeSarah, it was such a privilege meeting you on this unique trip. Zane and I had a wonderful time as it was a very educational trip Your writing of this trip came in very helpful as I will be bringing a program on our trip to our Senior Townsy Day this month. Thank you for putting me on this list. Love, Betty • • • • • • • blog on on Turkey travelI too would like to see some of the mundane itinerary details--addresses, websites, etc. Great writing, which I will use for planning my upcoming trip. • • • • • • • A New PerspectiveThank you Sarah, you have given me a new perspective on Turkey in general, but Istanbul in particular. It is really your closing comments on her transition from what was really a medieval world to a modern world in a painfully short time. I had never really considered the meaning that might have before. There armis many places in the world I don’t suppose, where you can go enjoy the modern conveniences while strolling through a medieval world and do it all is safety. There are of course the classics like Rome, Venice,and their well pedigreed ilk, but it seems to me the medieval now resides there in the architecture and emotional history alone. In Turkey I imagine it’s more palpable in the atmosphere. Thanks for the reports! • • • • • • • Turkish TravelsHaving read and re-read CS Lewis' Narnia Series, "The Lion Witch and The Wardrobe" features Turkish Delight as the temptation that almost cost one of the heroes his very soul. What IS Turkish Delight? Is it that good? • • • • • • • Turkish DelightDelightful article. The author's ability to mix vivid imagery with her historical insights -- and to spice it up with a bit of wit and humor -- makes for informative and enjoyable reading. I look forward to future installments! • • • • • • • Sarah YeomanOur "Contessa" is on the move again. Looking forward to the next installment. • • • • • • • Sarah's Turkish TravelsWonderfully written. Her excitment,energy,discovery,and honesty grabbed me and carried me into her experience. I felt like a best friend who could not go on the trip and she transended the bountries of time and space taking me with her. I look forward to "our" next adventure. • • • • • • • Reminisces of IstanbulI lived with my family in Kuwait for 12 years from 1970 to 1982. We had the opportunity to travel a great deal over those years and Istanbul was one of our favorite spots. One of our pleasures was to stand on the street and hail a taxi that was a "vintage" automobile of some sort, perhaps a 1940 Dodge or whatever. There were many auto parts shops to match the demand to keep these old cars running. The food, the people, and the sights were splendid. • • • • • • • Turkey visitI really loved reading Sarah's entry - all the more because my husband and I are leaving on Sat for a 3 week trip to Turkey and Greece. I will keep a close watch on Sarah's whereabouts -we may even catch up! • • • • • • • TurkeySarah - I loved Turkey more than I ever could have imagined. Have a wonderful time. I would go back in a heartbeat. Thank you for letting me travel along with you. Mary Anne • • • • • • • Sarah's Turkey trip.This is as close to a trip to Turkey that I'll ever make. I feel as if I'm right there in the middle of every descriptive word that Sarah uses to tell us her travel story. I look forward to every word she writes. Thank you Sarah. GiGi Orru • • • • • • • Turkey ExperienceWell written article. Felt like I was with the author. Was disappointed when I discovered there was no more to read! • • • • • • • Wonderful! I look forward to the journeyA delightful article. I have recently taken a casual interest in Turkey and istanbul in particular. I even ordered some Christmas gifts last year from some private shops I found on the web in and around istanbul. I can see how I will thoroughly enjoy this adventure and I don’t even have to leave home. Any chance of an itinerary, or list of possible sights you might be visiting? Not necessary, but nice to have. • • • • • • • |
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