Hotel & Travel & Places To Visit

Hotel

Radisson Blu Bosphorus Hotel, Istanbul

We have arranged a special group rate at Radisson Blu Bosphorus. How to Book Your Room: -Click the link below to view the available room options. -Once you've chosen a room, email Gokhan, who is the sales manager handling bookings for our group: 📩 gokhan.dokuzlardan@radissonblu.com -Use the following email template to request your reservation: Email Template for Booking 📌 Subject: Promo Code Ege Booking Hello, We would like to book a Standard Room (or any other room type you prefer) for the dates August 28th to September 2nd. Please assist us with the reservation. Thank you!

Flight

Recommended to fly to Istanbul Airport (IST) with Turkish Airlines

Travel Information Istanbul has two airports: Istanbul Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen Airport (SAW). We recommend flying into Istanbul Airport (IST), especially for guests traveling from the U.S., as Turkish Airlines offers direct flights from most major cities, including but not limited to New York, Chicago, Miami, Los Angeles, and Denver. Getting from the Airport to the Hotel It is recommended to take a taxi, as it is a convenient and affordable option. The fare will be around $30-$50 depending on the time of day and traffic. Outside the airport, you will find official taxi stands where you can easily catch a cab. You can communicate with the taxi driver in English, but if needed, you can use Google Translate. Please make sure to ask the driver to turn on the taxi meter to avoid any potential overcharging.

Travel Note

Places to Visit

Welcome to Istanbul! A magical city where East meets West, rich in history, charm, and unforgettable views. Explore both Old and New Istanbul for a mix of culture, food, and shopping. OLD TOWN (Sultanahmet): Visit Hagia Sophia (avoid Fridays), Blue Mosque, Basilica Cistern (Medusa’s head), Spice Market (near Grand Bazaar), and Archaeology Museum. At the Grand Bazaar, negotiate prices and visit Nakkas (rug store with hidden cistern). For lunch: Pandeli, Aslan, Sabahattin, or the Pudding Shop. Desserts: Hafiz Mustafa. Dinner: Olden 1772, Lokanta 1741. End with Topkapi Palace, the grand Ottoman residence with panoramic views. GALATA & BEYOĞLU: Stroll Taksim Square and Istiklal Street (best early). Visit Istanbul Modern (Galataport). Walk from Karaköy to Galata Tower. Explore Pera Museum and Pera Palace Hotel (great for tea). For sunset or nightlife: Monkey or Klein. Hamam: Kilic Ali Pasa. Dinner: Mikla, Yeni Lokanta (modern Turkish), Tabou (Middle Eastern). Michelin-starred: Fatih Tutak. PRIVATE TOUR: See the “Day Trips with Tour Guide” tab for 4–8 hour private tours with hotel pickup and transport included. NEW ISTANBUL – FOOD & MORE: Breakfast: Divan Brasserie, Sutis Emirgan, MSA, Mangerie Bebek, Bi Nevi Deli (vegan). Casual: Petra, Backyard Etiler, Soho House, Cantinery (Zorlu), Mua, Taps Pub. Dinner: Bebek Hotel, Arkestra, Sunset, Da Mario (Italian), Ulus 29, Arnavutkoy Balikcisi, Mikla, Nicole (Michelin), Il Cortile, Biz Taksim, Beca Etiler, Lucca Bebek. SHOPPING: Zorlu Center (mainstream, tax-free), Istinye Park (luxury dining + shopping), and Nisantasi (boutiques and top brands).