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Flavours on the Asian Side of Istanbul


When my guide first suggested we explore the Asian side of Istanbul, for some strange reason, I assumed he meant “Chinatown”. I chalked it up to one of those quirky instances of the language barrier we encounter during travel: washrooms and the loo, capsicum and...

10 Ways to a Smoother Road Trip Experience

No matter where you’re going or whom you’re with, a road trip is a unique travel experience that holds potential for everything from disaster to bliss. Follow these 10 ways to a smoother road trip experience, to make the most of your time on the...

City Landscapes and Architecture Reimagined by This French Artist

His prolific work is carving out a beautiful space on the internet where he published his photos and drawings, which led to a viral circulation of his works. French artist Thomas Lamadieu, aka Roots Art, is redefining the way we normally see a city landscape. Imagining shapes, characters...

9 of the Most Amazing Road Trips in the World

Although the team at Hayo just took the Pacific Coast Highway from Los Angeles to Vancouver, we've heard these 9 routes offer some of the most amazing road trips in the world. From beautiful landscapes to no speed limits, these highways have enchanted more than...

Florence Cheat Sheet: Romancing in the City of Love

Florence is the city of love. The little cobblestone streets, the architecture, the history and art, and the cute cafes, make this famous city one of the most visited in Italy. It's part of what some people know as the art triangle or the classic...

Home Is Where The Heart Is: A Review Of Cloudstreet

“When I was a girl I had this strong feeling that I didn't belong anywhere. It was in my head, what I thought and dreamt, what I believed… that's where I belonged, that was my country.” Tim Winton's Cloudstreet is a magical postmodern piece of literature...

Establishing Healthy Routines with Yoga Instructor Gigi Yogini

Healthy living and self-awareness are becoming more important nowadays. Every year we have seen how establishing healthy routines has been people's main interest. This includes trying new cleanses, retreats, organic and raw cuisine, body detox, yoga immersion and other routines that help our minds and body...

Barranquilla’s Carnival, Colombia [PHOTOS]

Brazil is not the only country celebrating a carnival this upcoming weekend. Quebec City in Canada, Cologne in Germany, Venice in Italy, Tenerife in Canary Island-Santa Cruz, and Barranquilla in Colombia are among other places that have big festivities and celebrate important carnivals. These photos...