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Where to Stay Overlooking the Golden Horn, Grand Hotel de Londres (B üyük Londra Oteli) is a 19th-century gem that’s surprisingly affordable. Hemingway stayed here when he was reporting for The Toronto Star. Minimalism and Turkish style aren’t obvious bedfellows, so it’s no surprise that the 40-room Design Hotel member Bentley Hotel has an Italian architect. It’s a welcome stop for Modernist esthetes. Where to Eat Boncuk is a good pick for mezes (appetizers). Stroll
the nearby streets for more meyhanes (traditional taverns), including Imroz. Try its tart yet delicate pickled anchovies. For a more international outfit (the chef is South African), try the Zagat-rated 360 Istanbul. What to Do Istiklal Caddesi has ample shopping. Don’t miss Osman boutique, where owner Sedef Çalarkan’s clothes have a subtle Ottoman-era look. Travel Planner What to Pack in June Sandals, hat and, at night, a light jacket. Good to Know For stays under three months, Canadian citizens need a multiple-entry sticker visa, available at the Turkish International Border Gates. Time Difference (From EST) The Experts Getting There |
