In Ephesus in front of the partially reconstructed library

On the boat after cruising from the Europe side to the Asia side and back, delicious dinner and an exciting belly dancer.

Met up with my Dad in Istanbul over Spring break.  Wonderful weather and loads of gorgeous tulips in the square near our hotel which had a beautiful view of the Blue Mosque and the Bosphorus.  We went on a dinner cruise down the Bosphorus, hit up the Grand Bazaar with its 4000 shops, and exciting Spice market, went to two palaces, rode the crowded tram around the city, and spent the day in the ancient city of Ephesus.  An incredible week!

View of the Blue Mosque from our hotel.

On the grounds of Topkapi Palace