Yesterday we were in Istanbul. We visited the Dolmabahce Palace and it did not disappoint. Just as amazing as other palaces we have seen and in some ways even more interesting. Really enjoyed the experience.

Then we went to the Ciragan Palace Hotel for afternoon tea. Stunning hotel right on the water. So much was served it just kept on coming.

Problem was the traffic a 3 1/2 tour turned into a 5 1/2 hour tour due to traffic. Every single tour was around two hours late and then some guests turned right around and changed buses to go on a Istanbul at night. No way I would go back into that traffic.

Some pictures will follow unfortunately we could not take pictures inside the palace.


Side entry gate taken from the bus


Afternoon tea


Foyer flowers




Bag shopping.