What Istanbul is Really Like | Turkey Travel Vlog

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  • @LetsRock1t
    @LetsRock1t 2 роки тому +201

    It felt wonderful to have your father back in Istanbul after so many years...The father's speech, especially at the end of the video, shows what a visionary and quality person he is.

  • @JayPalfrey
    @JayPalfrey 2 роки тому +280

    incredible incredible video!
    Türkiye is a gem offering most of what you could ever want from hospitality, food and culture!
    Also adore your editing and your lil history lessons 🥹

  • @malloryutebay413
    @malloryutebay413 2 роки тому +96

    Just returned from a month-long trip to Türkiye with my Istanbul-native husband and this makes me want to return so badly! Beautiful, and I'm glad you enjoyed. There is truly nowhere like it!

  • @CananK
    @CananK 2 роки тому +112

    Ahhhh I was born in the US but my parents are from Turkey and seeing this just warmed my heart. I haven’t gone in 6 years and whenever I see someone post from Turkey it makes me miss it even more. I’m glad you and your family had a good time. And kudos to dad! Speaking great Turkish 😊

  • @NilsChannelx
    @NilsChannelx 2 роки тому +230

    As a turkish girl, these girls made me really emotional. Life in Turkey is hard especially as a girl but we are educated, open-minded and bright people and i'm sure that days will be better in the future. you girls are rock!!

    • @toprakaydn8925
      @toprakaydn8925 2 роки тому +17

      Abartma

    • @fhsllhfgobh5074
      @fhsllhfgobh5074 2 роки тому +22

      @@toprakaydn8925 pardon neyi abartma tam olarak? gayet güzel yazmış

    • @hkjashim
      @hkjashim 2 роки тому

      What's ur name

    • @GeTTo...609
      @GeTTo...609 2 роки тому +3

      Senin ulke olarak bimz medeniyet ve cagdaslik ik adina yagmurlu bir havada bagdat caddesine ciplak kosmani istiyoruz.sevindir bizi., 🤣 🤣 🤣

    • @indianstorm7366
      @indianstorm7366 Рік тому

      What's the main legal or social problems there that the girls are facing.

  • @iremturkmen374
    @iremturkmen374 2 роки тому +49

    Your dad consistently asking for ezogelin melts my heart 😭😭

  • @lovelyPink464
    @lovelyPink464 2 роки тому +23

    you’re recent uploads have been amazing! i feel really inspired whenever i watch them and i learn so much information about these counties and their culture through these videos! thanks for this content :,)

  • @haticeeroglu6180
    @haticeeroglu6180 2 роки тому +19

    Thank you for introducing the country in the best possible way. I'm sure you had Turkish fans before this video and now they are more. It's nice to see you doing your job well.

  • @Heyitsme93107
    @Heyitsme93107 2 роки тому +59

    Such a sweet family ❤️🧿 I think it’s so cool your dad’s taken the time to learn Turkish 🥹

  • @mindingmy-business1769
    @mindingmy-business1769 2 роки тому +20

    You have a way with capturing us viewers’ attention!! This video was over before I knew it and was still left craving more history lessons from you and your family. The film/editing style was the icing on tha cake. Can’t wait to see more like this from you! xx

  • @shaistaali9802
    @shaistaali9802 2 роки тому +27

    Ur father is amazing. In all ur vlogs, the best ones are when ur father is in them

  • @jessicabennett4281
    @jessicabennett4281 2 роки тому +21

    Your family is so cute 😩 I can’t wait to visit turkey in the spring and this video made me more excited!

  • @markheithaus
    @markheithaus 6 місяців тому +2

    I just discovered your channel and am reexperiencing so much of my own adventures now! I just went back to Istanbul this past May and took my mother with me. For a couple of people from "nowhere", Virginia, it was fun to see her awe and wonder at everything Istanbul had to offer: the history, culture, people, sights and sounds, and of course crossing the Bosphorus!!!!!!!!!!!
    You have a fantastic channel! May God bless your future travels! 😁

  • @ninanegedu
    @ninanegedu 2 роки тому +16

    This trip is an absolute dream, Elena. So happy for you🥰❤️

  • @ozlemkesgin2907
    @ozlemkesgin2907 2 роки тому +5

    I’ve been waiting for your Istanbul content literally for months, and finally you rocked it! It’s more than great to see and rediscover my own city through your perspective and angles! 🥹😍
    Love,

  • @fhsllhfgobh5074
    @fhsllhfgobh5074 2 роки тому +2

    Omg this video is perfect! I really felt emotional when you said your parents have a history in Istanbul. Everything about this video is just amazing. I really liked when turkish girls talked about some issues we've been through in these days.

  • @helenamaya1382
    @helenamaya1382 2 роки тому +9

    this video left me feeling really inspired. thanks for putting so much effort into everything you do. took a screenshot of the powerful words from your dad, some things we should all keep in mind. excited to see what comes next on your journey xxx love from germany

  • @syedimranahmed2888
    @syedimranahmed2888 Рік тому +2

    I also visited Turkiye Istanbul last year in October, so very beautiful city. So many historical places, beautiful weather, neat and clean every where, delicious food and peoples of Istanbul are very helpful and nice. I wish to be here again. Thank You.

  • @elsiegatels4060
    @elsiegatels4060 Рік тому +1

    You have such lovely family Elena, really touches me to see you happy together. Your mom and dad have such good energy

  • @catmayhew
    @catmayhew 2 роки тому +35

    Your dad when he said “and some other things” 😂😂 it must have been nice to have someone who speaks Turkish with you!

  • @senakocc
    @senakocc Рік тому +1

    Waoww, I'm from Istanbul and now living in Germany since 9 months. It was really nice to watch out how your Istanbul trip was. And your dad's Turkish!!! Amazing... I'm so glad that you met new & local people there and talked to these girls. Trying to understand the dynamics of the society from local people melted my heart. I've been watching your vlogs since two weeks for the first time and so happy to know you. You are very inspiring, self-motivated and open minded girl. Wish you the best

  • @sedat3515
    @sedat3515 2 роки тому +4

    Wow what a beautiful family. I really loved your vlog. İt is so colourful and vivid and also so explanatory. As a turk I really enjoy when I see youtubers who come to Türkiye and show the real aspect of my country. I hope You reach millions soon :)

  • @essargee14
    @essargee14 2 роки тому +9

    I can see where you get your curiosity and love of learning from! This video was special in a multitude of ways, what your dad said at the end really summed it up perfectly!

  • @elewalks
    @elewalks 2 роки тому +2

    Excellent and wonderful explanations with a very different edit compared to other vlogs I have seen from Istanbul
    It was really wonderful and unique, my dear friend

  • @marymason_
    @marymason_ 2 роки тому +14

    this is so beautiful!!! istanbul looks unreal

  • @sude3498
    @sude3498 2 роки тому +15

    Hey Elena! Glad you and your family enjoyed your trip in Istanbul! And thank you for the beautiful depiction of the city. Fun story: I was actually coming to the meetup and I was in Taksim but I unfortunately missed it because I confused the location as the Taksim square is huge lol. We even dm'd, but I mixed up the meetup place, and thought the meetup wasn't happening or something when I didn't see you, and ended up in a near art exhibition instead. I was so sad that I couldn't make it but it's wonderful to see that you met local people and chatted with them, wish I was there too but maybe in the future!

  • @lmaoaims
    @lmaoaims Рік тому +3

    Girl ur dad is amzinggg!! I can’t wait to go back and visit Istanbul again I loved it there🥰

  • @aniketmalik3149
    @aniketmalik3149 2 роки тому +7

    I'm proud to be Turkish Guy & thanks for this beautiful blog. Love from Turkey 🇹🇷

  • @Checaedits
    @Checaedits 2 роки тому +6

    Aah love this!! Been wanting to visit Istanbul for a while

  • @williamwalksTO
    @williamwalksTO 2 роки тому +40

    Turkey is an amazing looking place! I would love to visit there some day!

    • @karasakal7809
      @karasakal7809 2 роки тому +2

      As a turk,I can say that İstanbul is the biggest village in the world

    • @GreatCityAttractions
      @GreatCityAttractions Рік тому

      Looks amazing! Every turn brings something new and interesting

  • @denizbasaran7185
    @denizbasaran7185 2 роки тому +9

    Elenaaa ❤️ i am sooo happy that you visited İstanbul, i wish i could join your meet in Taksim, i loved the video and your interest and care about the city, our history and your dad speaking Turkish😌 Its so cute that your mom and dad talked about marriage on Galata Tower without knowing there is a belief about who wents to Galata tower together will marry. So inspiring! Thank you for sharing 🌿🌞

  • @michelleleon
    @michelleleon 2 роки тому +40

    wow that's amazing of your dad! turkish isn't easy to learn

  • @rosecrelliviolin
    @rosecrelliviolin 2 роки тому +8

    Omg your Dad is so sweet!!! About people not really being seen. :')

  • @marygracesc
    @marygracesc 2 роки тому +4

    Loved seeing your family exploring and learning in this vid!! So excited for the next video!!

  • @borstheyounger8838
    @borstheyounger8838 2 роки тому +5

    Your dad is like a Hollywood Actor, sir! Charismatic man

  • @yjs7
    @yjs7 2 роки тому +4

    Love your videos always!! Your dad seems like such a sweet person. This really made me want to visit Turkiye❤

  • @PatiLopman
    @PatiLopman 2 роки тому +3

    You look so happy with your family!! 😁🥰 your content is amazing Elena! ❤

  • @rhemmie2825
    @rhemmie2825 2 роки тому +22

    I love that your sister starting singing "Instanbul not Constantinople" because that's the first thing that popped in my head when I saw the title.

  • @luisamariacarvajal6572
    @luisamariacarvajal6572 2 роки тому +6

    This is amazing! Loving this series ❤. Warms the heart to see it and just makes me want to travel 😅

  • @Sk-jk5eo
    @Sk-jk5eo 2 роки тому +9

    Your dads Turkish accent is amazing ❤❤so precious ❤❤

  • @kashishadventures19
    @kashishadventures19 2 роки тому +2

    OBSESSED with your editing style!! Great video!

  • @mccicicily
    @mccicicily 5 місяців тому

    i'm kinda being overwhelmingly anxious as i'm about to study in istanbul but this vlog makes me remember how exciting the city can be. thanks a lot!!

  • @rojdacaner7109
    @rojdacaner7109 Рік тому +2

    Turkey is one of the most beautiful countries in the world. I recommend you to visit not only Istanbul but also other cities. Everywhere is heaven. Everywhere is green, everywhere is blue and everything is spotlessly clean. I will go there once again.❤

  • @nicoleyelton3867
    @nicoleyelton3867 Рік тому

    I love seeing your bond with your sister. I’m close to my sister but we live in different countries. I can’t wait to be able to have experiences like this and get to travel with her

  • @hazalonthego4116
    @hazalonthego4116 2 роки тому

    Elena how sweet to hear your parents met in Istanbul ! I loved this video. Im Turkish and its always nice to see people enjoying my city

  • @paigehanson2884
    @paigehanson2884 2 роки тому +3

    I look forward to each of these videos so much 🥲

  • @mervegunal2739
    @mervegunal2739 2 роки тому +6

    I m really glad that you finally visited my country!

  • @jacquelineharriette2896
    @jacquelineharriette2896 2 місяці тому

    First time seeing your blog. It was very inspirational to see alot of your followers turn up. Quite a large group. I love Istanbul I went in June then October last year. A great place.

  • @sophianasa7950
    @sophianasa7950 4 місяці тому +1

    This is so cute your parents are adorable mashAllah ❤ blessings to you all

  • @cmillz0498
    @cmillz0498 2 роки тому +7

    Omg, your dad is so awesome! What beautiful moments you were able to capture 📷

  • @yanadovbush
    @yanadovbush 2 роки тому +5

    I love Istanbul sm!I was there in summer,just mesmerizing

  • @corsair6
    @corsair6 2 роки тому +11

    Istanbul is endlessly fascinating, however, like NYC is to the US, London is to the UK, Istanbul is to Turkey, those cities are not good representations of the country's they exist in. Absolutely enjoy each and every destination, they are all must see's however, make sure to keep things in perspective, go deeper and go further to explore a country, it's people and it's culture.

    • @curiousteletabi2696
      @curiousteletabi2696 2 роки тому +1

      Not, it’s not - Turkey isn’t what Paris or London are for their respective countries - it’s just a too-crowded Metropol with too many migrants from everywhere: Essentially like Barcelona which its local culture is erased while the city itself has way too many crowded by tourists and “expats”, just with fewer refugees.

    • @SD-ft5xj
      @SD-ft5xj 2 роки тому +2

      İstanbul is literally 25% of Turkey though. 20 million pop city in a 80 million pop country.

  • @user-jp1rm5lr1s
    @user-jp1rm5lr1s 2 роки тому

    I love watching your videos. I've always been interested in traveling and history and I love the fun history lessons in your videos!! You really depict the beauty of every place you visit so wonderfully!

  • @shadyshady8523
    @shadyshady8523 4 місяці тому +1

    Wow how lucky u are to have a father like that. I luv Istanbul and i used to go there almost every year but because of the current president there has been some negative changes, but it'll never loose its beauty. U guys are such a sweet family.

  • @nagihangoksu8945
    @nagihangoksu8945 2 роки тому +2

    i send you a huge hug from istanbul

  • @majkjack
    @majkjack 2 роки тому +4

    i am originally from Istanbul but living as world citizen travelling all around world, considering that i have seen many tourist spot Istanbul is the best place to visit. It is cheap and there is a lot tourist attractions. If you are have a plan to visit Istanbul, i advice you to do it immediately.

  • @nazuzel1784
    @nazuzel1784 2 роки тому +2

    ohh this makes me so emotional 🥺 I remember those times back in 2019!! & I've never seen such a beautiful video of my city!! say merhaba to your dad for me! 🥺💕

  • @zanfia
    @zanfia 2 роки тому +1

    I have been waiting for this ep 😭😍💛

  • @sibelcanpolat
    @sibelcanpolat 2 роки тому +1

    Great that you visited the most beautiful town in the world! Only if you visit Istanbul you can really understand what a magical metropole it is !!!

  • @gulserenerol5963
    @gulserenerol5963 2 роки тому +1

    I felt so sad that I missed your visit in İstanbul, I wish I had attented this lil meeting :( Also this was probably the best İstanbul video I have ever seen, thanks for giving everybody chance to see these capturing scenes of the city.

  • @beesoltan
    @beesoltan 6 місяців тому

    your dad sounds like a very good human being

  • @TheAdeleDream
    @TheAdeleDream 2 роки тому +1

    Awww what a sweet and beautiful story about your parents’ loved it!

  • @evabella678
    @evabella678 2 роки тому +1

    This vlog is so beautiful ❤️🥺🥺 thank you 🙏🏽

  • @mochiandco.
    @mochiandco. Рік тому

    I LOVE THE EDITING OF THIS VIDEO SO MUCH !!!! I adore that you also shared some history and culture beside the incredible stories of these women... :))

  • @sanne1061
    @sanne1061 2 роки тому +2

    That is so cool that your dad know Turkish!

  • @robinb4143
    @robinb4143 2 роки тому +2

    editing just woowwww!!!!!!!

  • @ferguzman1490
    @ferguzman1490 2 роки тому +2

    So educational and interesting, thank you for such quality content! ❤

  • @HelloBalkans
    @HelloBalkans 6 місяців тому +2

    I love Turkiye❤#EasternEurope #Balkans Balkans are the culturally richest nations in Europe with unique traditions🇹🇷🇬🇷🇷🇺🇷🇸🇸🇮🇷🇴🇦🇱🇧🇦🇧🇬🇭🇷🇽🇰🇲🇰

  • @travelleryildirim3013
    @travelleryildirim3013 2 роки тому +5

    Nice to see you and yoir family in Turkey/Türkiye , have hope to see more traveldays around the Country , but maybe you want visit one day the beautifull West Coast full with beaches & Ancient wonders and Citys like Troy , Pergamon & Ephesus …

  • @MsBurrrr
    @MsBurrrr 2 роки тому

    I just random saw this video when I looked for videos about what to do in Istanbul and I just wanted to say that you and your sister/parents are such nice, open, warm people! :D

  • @elenacura
    @elenacura Рік тому

    This series is so fucking cool. Thank you, I'm moving to Tunis for the summer because of your coverage of it. So grateful to have found you on yt years ago!

  • @rabdkm
    @rabdkm 2 роки тому +2

    don't forget to visit Pera Palace and İstiklal Street (like San Antonio Church)!! love the vid so much 😭

  • @tugbakurt3724
    @tugbakurt3724 2 роки тому +12

    Türkiye’nin orta Doğu gibi gösterilmediği nadir videolardan ❤️🤍

    • @SD-ft5xj
      @SD-ft5xj 2 роки тому

      Türkiye Ortadoğu’da zaten 😅 ama ne demek istediğini anlıyorum. Biz Ortadoğulu, Avrupalı, Balkan, Akdenizli, Kafkasyalı ortaya karışık bir şeyiz haha.

  • @tolga009
    @tolga009 2 місяці тому

    I loved your Dad’s quest for Ezogelin Çorba (soup) 🤣🤣

  • @YusufKlc-oj3pg
    @YusufKlc-oj3pg 5 місяців тому

    Such a sweet family ❤🎉 ı think it s so cool your dad's taken the time to learn turkish😢

  • @jasoncromwell4206
    @jasoncromwell4206 2 роки тому +15

    When I was younger I was blessed to go to an International school. We had a lot of Turkish kids there as well. My second ever kiss was from a Turkish girl. We lost touch when I moved back to the States. Every since then Turkey has held sway over my imagination and I have always wanted to go. Anyway this video was very beautiful Elena and only increased my desire.

  • @mimi-qf3zk
    @mimi-qf3zk 2 роки тому +1

    I love what your dad says about the life😌❤️ Life quote❤️

  • @MaddyandSascha
    @MaddyandSascha 2 роки тому

    The scenery is so beautiful! Makes us want to go there right now! ❤

  • @Sara-tp6zd
    @Sara-tp6zd 6 місяців тому

    crazy how u look exactly like your father and your sister like your mother!

  • @diamartin6865
    @diamartin6865 2 роки тому +4

    Someone get this men the ezogelin çorbası he's been asking for!

  • @dianaenriquez5382
    @dianaenriquez5382 2 роки тому

    Your dad is so sweet! Loved it

  • @TravelingisFREEDOM
    @TravelingisFREEDOM 2 роки тому

    This seems to be a very interesting place, I hope I can visit sometime in the future. Seeing and sharing places like this is why I love traveling and make videos so much! And please keep up the great job! Subscribed!!

  • @iremcrp
    @iremcrp Рік тому

    I CAN NOT BELIEVE HOW CUTE YOU GUYS ARE!!! Greetings from Istanbul😍

  • @mompreneurlife
    @mompreneurlife 2 роки тому

    ❤ good for you for achieving your bucket list! Thank you so much for sharing❤

  • @worldcooking
    @worldcooking 2 роки тому +3

    Very beautiful city! Thanks for sharing 👍

  • @coolvicky36
    @coolvicky36 2 роки тому

    Very cheerful vlog of Istanbul thnks for showing. Your father & Mom Sister are so cool you are also Elena.

  • @VictoriaLouise
    @VictoriaLouise 2 роки тому +1

    This looks amazing!! I am in LOVE with Turkey. We just travelled the Turquoise Coast and loved it 😍 Our vlog's up now x

  • @zeynepk553
    @zeynepk553 2 роки тому +1

    glad you enjoyed!! hope you visit other cities next time, love from istanbul xx

  • @frankiewongng9719
    @frankiewongng9719 2 роки тому

    i love your vlog, very inspiriing at the end, meeting new people...existing...!

  • @lindseyharper9435
    @lindseyharper9435 2 роки тому

    If you didn’t know, that palace in Naboo is actually the Plaza de España in Seville, Spain, which is also an area influenced by Muslim architecture!!

  • @geoshuk
    @geoshuk 2 роки тому +2

    welcome to my country elena, ı hope you enjoy and love Istanbul

  • @BigFamilyVolcanoIndonesia
    @BigFamilyVolcanoIndonesia 2 роки тому

    Great video, amazing view, delicious food, beuatiful beach and interesting explanation.
    I like Turkey Kebab and Film Elif 👍

  • @Matij1004
    @Matij1004 2 роки тому +3

    4:20 Istanbul (former Constantinople) is not modern day capital of Türkiye. Ankara is. Just fyi ;)

    • @BB-tr2iu
      @BB-tr2iu 2 роки тому +1

      LOL… typical Americans how do u miss that basic information

  • @gaurav99ize
    @gaurav99ize 6 місяців тому

    NICE TO SEE THE SO WONDERFUL PLACE. LOVE THE VIEW💯👌👌

  • @bengikarabolat
    @bengikarabolat 2 роки тому +4

    Your dad is the sweetest❤and his pronunciation is on point😊

  • @selint791
    @selint791 2 роки тому +14

    Ülkemize hoş geldin elena 🇹🇷 başkent Ankara’ya da bekleriz 😊❤

  • @ShahadatSieam
    @ShahadatSieam 7 місяців тому +1

    Sultan Suleiman title is magneficent.
    You can watch him as series by search magnificent century

  • @FiratTurk1
    @FiratTurk1 2 роки тому +1

    As a Turkish, it is great history lesson and travel, thank you bye bye

  • @jnoahentertainment
    @jnoahentertainment 2 роки тому +3

    Turkey is so beautiful

  • @jannat_Tahseen
    @jannat_Tahseen 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you so much for give me an ideas about Istanbul and places to visit, my dream is to visit this country really thank you so Mach, by the way I’m learning Turkish,
    All love.