The BEST Way to Spend 24 HOURS in Istanbul! (From People Who Live Here...)

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  • @WaypointofView
    @WaypointofView  3 місяці тому +1

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  • @kresetova
    @kresetova Рік тому +18

    Very helpful video with a lot of charisma. One thing to suggest is to write down the names of squares and mosques and attractions you mention, so it's easier for us to find. Thanks and keep it up.

  • @quazirahmanshomu9839
    @quazirahmanshomu9839 Рік тому +5

    I watched a few videos of yours and absolutely love the way you illustrate Istanbul traveling. I especially like Myles’ enthusiasm and sparkle in her eyes when she explain things. Keep it up guys! Show us the world through your lens.

    • @WaypointofView
      @WaypointofView  Рік тому

      That is so sweet of you to say, so glad you are enjoying our videos! 😍🥰

  • @violetcontamination
    @violetcontamination Рік тому +3

    You guys are awesome: I love the attention to detail, good video shots, clever observations. Istanbul is one of my favorite places in the world (along with London, Delhi, Reykjavik), and I was here last year for a few days as part of 2 week tour of Egypt and Turkey. And I will be transiting through Istanbul this year for 19 hours so your tips are appreciated. I am a subscriber now as your channel deserves all the support for being really HQ. Your heart and soul goes in this week and it shows. Good vibes from Seattle, WA.

    • @WaypointofView
      @WaypointofView  Рік тому

      Ahh thank you so much for such kind and encouraging words! We really really appreciate it! 🙏☺️

  • @gregsage1605
    @gregsage1605 Рік тому +2

    Brilliantly done!

  • @jamesblondeau1029
    @jamesblondeau1029 Рік тому +1

    My wife and i are coming to Turkey at the end of April for 3 weeks to see Ankara, Istanbul, and Cappadocia. I cant wait to see all the amazing things and food. And be able to smell all the smells of the markets.

  • @cnn00
    @cnn00 Рік тому +2

    Thanks so much for the info. Amazing info

  • @ProspectorBros
    @ProspectorBros 5 місяців тому +1

    I love what you are doing with these videos, great wealth of information. I am planning on visiting Türkiye soon

  • @juanitajaramillo7989
    @juanitajaramillo7989 4 місяці тому +1

    You guys are amazing! Thanks for the video, the recommendations, and all the love you put in it!

    • @WaypointofView
      @WaypointofView  3 місяці тому

      Thanks so much for watching and for the kind words!! ☺️

  • @mkphilly
    @mkphilly 5 місяців тому +1

    Was there last Oct, during 100th anniversary of Republic... LOVE that city

  • @TravelAndFunStuffWithMarko
    @TravelAndFunStuffWithMarko Рік тому +2

    17:17 Now that's what I'm talkin' about 😂😂

  • @pjfoley0629
    @pjfoley0629 Рік тому +1

    Merhaba ve teşekkürler! Great videos. You guys are very knowledgeable. I studied Turkish in college but have only been to Turkey twice. Kadıköy is definitely on the list this time!

  • @nycxjz
    @nycxjz Рік тому +1

    you guys put a lot of work into this video. really nice. i'm going to do hagia sofia very soon.

  • @jamiebenedict7915
    @jamiebenedict7915 Рік тому

    Great video. Thanks for the tips. I’m heading to Istanbul in the new year and I’ll head to Hagia Sophia first to beat the crowds.

  • @creativethinker7255
    @creativethinker7255 2 місяці тому

    Love the video and amazing information shared
    What is the boat company?

  • @JUANORQUIO
    @JUANORQUIO Рік тому

    W❤️W! That’s Awesome! Cheers for more exciting and incredible globetrotting adventures!🥂❤️✨

  • @markhannan9387
    @markhannan9387 Рік тому

    This is a great video , thanks. I have been to Istanbul several times over 20 years ago and intend to take my 22 yr old daughter next year .

    • @WaypointofView
      @WaypointofView  11 місяців тому

      Thanks for watching! We hope you have a great trip with your daughter!

  • @dave991122
    @dave991122 Рік тому

    Yes, yes, yes 🙂I can't wait to watch this vid!
    I may 'hoard' it for myself and not tell Carole. You have made my (our) day.

  • @changaizkhan4439
    @changaizkhan4439 Рік тому +1

    Istanbul best

  • @nikharmaheshwari1
    @nikharmaheshwari1 Рік тому

    How sweet! Your videos are gonna be super useful and inspirational for planning my trip to Turkey in May'23!

    • @WaypointofView
      @WaypointofView  Рік тому

      So happy to hear this! Hope you have a great trip!

  • @onentogar9599
    @onentogar9599 Рік тому

    Great videography during the sunset boat trip on Bosphorus!

  • @paulatkins4968
    @paulatkins4968 Рік тому

    Great Video, Thanks guys!

  • @wizardofoz4284
    @wizardofoz4284 Рік тому

    Lovely video!

  • @JustinBrehm
    @JustinBrehm Рік тому

    Thanks for the great video 🎉

  • @fahim6804
    @fahim6804 Рік тому

    Absolutely stunning, your tips are awsome. By the way madam your voice is so sweet its like Ai voice speacially the word "update " 😮. You guys have real potential. 😊

  • @emilythomson8968
    @emilythomson8968 9 місяців тому

    Thanks so much for your videos! So helpful. I’ve noticed the prices have increased dramatically since this video was made just a year ago!

    • @WaypointofView
      @WaypointofView  9 місяців тому

      Yep they sure have! We will actually be making a video on this next.. hopefully will have it posted by Sunday!

  • @diamondfamily7512
    @diamondfamily7512 Рік тому

    Really enjoyed the history of the Spice bar name!!

  • @IwanTimmermans
    @IwanTimmermans Рік тому

    Just bought your guide.
    Hope it’s gonna help us out 😊

    • @WaypointofView
      @WaypointofView  Рік тому +1

      Thank you so much!! We hope you find it very very helpful and that you guys have a great trip!! 🤗🤗

  • @gigijava4288
    @gigijava4288 Рік тому +3

    HI guys, I have been watching your videos for several months now. I love your content and your style and that you seem approachable and are extremely likable. So we just bought the Istanbul guide.
    We are old...we will be traveling to Turkey for my 60th birthday, but we are adventurous and have traveled the world. We are on a bit of a budget as we are now both retired so knowing the areas that still hold the lower pricing is extremely valuable to us. We will be in country for 18 days.
    I know inflation has hit the world, but how has it hit Turkey? Is it still affordable for you two? Any tips you could share are greatly appreciated. Keep doing what your doing!

    • @WaypointofView
      @WaypointofView  Рік тому

      Thanks so much for buying our guide and so happy to hear you have been enjoying our videos! I just sent you an email on this.. hopefully I sent to the right person 🤣🤣.. let me know if you don’t receive.

    • @gigijava4288
      @gigijava4288 Рік тому

      @@WaypointofView Hey guys, We are heading your way next week and are super excited. Still looking for the name of the restaurant outside of the spice market that you had the eggplant and kanefe, but I don't see it in the description and I don't see it in the guide. Please Please let us in the know???

    • @gigijava4288
      @gigijava4288 Рік тому

      Got it! Brain cramp!! Lol

  • @michaelolofsson8558
    @michaelolofsson8558 Рік тому

    My wife and I are heading there for 3 days on our honeymoon. Can't wait

    • @WaypointofView
      @WaypointofView  Рік тому

      That’s so great, we hope you guys have an amazing trip!! 🥰

  • @amirmanzoor820
    @amirmanzoor820 Місяць тому

    Very informative

  • @jamesblondeau1029
    @jamesblondeau1029 Рік тому

    Okay you guys rock. I have been watching you guys going around turkey. My wife and I are going on vacation there soon and i cant wait. We are going to Istanbul, Ankara and Cappadocia. Wish i could go see the tepi’s but wont be there longer than 3 weeks total. May have to travel back again some day. And cant wait to try the food. Amazing and thank both of you for the videos ❤️

  • @lianee.fujita-ahmed5121
    @lianee.fujita-ahmed5121 10 місяців тому

    Hi Jess and Myles! I don't even know where to begin! Your videos are AMAZING!!! Thank you for taking the time to show curious individuals like me all about the AMAZING country that you live in!
    In regards to this video I want to ask, which company did you use for the Sunset Bosphorus Cruise?
    I've noticed that there are countless companies providing this type of tour, so to help narrow it down, I thought I'd ask you instead. LOL!
    Once again, thank you so much!!! ♡

    • @WaypointofView
      @WaypointofView  10 місяців тому

      Thanks so much! So glad you are enjoying our videos. The guys we did the sunset cruise with are great. They are on Airbnb if you want to book with them here is the link abnb.me/FfWGc9MvvHb shameless plug, if you buy our guide we can save you 15% on their sunset cruise which depending on if you are traveling with anyone, that discount alone could pay for the entire Istanbul guide… 😀! Either way hope you have a great trip!

  • @gilherrera8620
    @gilherrera8620 9 місяців тому

    we like your videos!

  • @DrPriyalVarshney
    @DrPriyalVarshney Рік тому

    Very informative and beautiful video. I was told that infants and toddlers aren’t allowed on cabin cruiser on bosphorus. Is that so?

  • @OCKalil
    @OCKalil Рік тому

    I enjoyed your videos and already subscribed. We are vising Istanbul in June, do you offer privately-tailored tours that explores the city in depth? Thank you! :)

    • @WaypointofView
      @WaypointofView  Рік тому

      So sorry for the late reply, unfortunately we don’t offer any kind of personal tours.. our digital guide is intended to help people explore the city independently. 😉😊 If you are wanting an in-person guide, we would recommend a licensed local. If you want to reach out on Instagram, we would be happy to connect you with someone we have used before. 😊

  • @normanwandsworth
    @normanwandsworth Рік тому +1

    How could you skip the Topkapi? It is absolutely magnificent! ❤️

    • @WaypointofView
      @WaypointofView  Рік тому

      Absolutely! Topkapi palace is a MUST see in Istanbul which is why we highly recommend coming for more than 24 hours 😂! Topkapi palace can take up to 3-4 hours to properly explore including the Harem. If we chose to show it in our 24 hour video we would not have had much time left to show anything else…

    • @normanwandsworth
      @normanwandsworth Рік тому

      Love your clips and your guide. But for me as a history buff, if I had one day in Istanbul and missed the Topkapi, I'd be heartbroken. I took John's Bosporus cruise and loved it. Thank you!

  • @user-uw5tu9sm5d
    @user-uw5tu9sm5d Рік тому +1

    What’s the name of the restaurant?

  • @okadardedik3079
    @okadardedik3079 Рік тому +1

    I recommend you to go to the newly built Camlica mosque. The structure and view of the mosque is very beautiful. It is worth seeing. There is a magnificent view of Istanbul from the Camlica hill... I totally agree I can eat Turkish food all day 😍😍😍 😍😍 Every time I come to Turkey on vacation, I come back with weight gain 😎 🤔

    • @WaypointofView
      @WaypointofView  Рік тому +1

      We have been there for sunset actually, it really is beautiful! 😍

  • @troll1358765432
    @troll1358765432 7 місяців тому

    Do you have a link or recommendation for the small group Bosphorus tour? There are so many and would appreciate a trusted good operator!

  • @alaidaiyrbekov8609
    @alaidaiyrbekov8609 Рік тому

    Hii
    That’s great 👍

  • @cdspr9
    @cdspr9 Рік тому +1

    Where did you go for dinner?

  • @gilharel1
    @gilharel1 Рік тому

    HI .. can you please note the name of the yacht cruise from karakoy ? there is no info in the video . thanks .

  • @carolinarangel120
    @carolinarangel120 9 місяців тому

    Hello to both of you! My husband and I are getting ready for our trip to Turkey and your guide plus videos have been incredible help. I have a question… I would like to reserve a rooftop restaurant at sunset close to Galata Tower. Any specific that you would recommend? TIA

    • @WaypointofView
      @WaypointofView  9 місяців тому +1

      Hi there!! So happy you are finding our videos and guide to be helpful!! 🤗🤗 Barnathan has a really amazing view but I can’t necessarily recommend it for the food. We have been there multiple times for drinks at sunset though and the view doesn’t get much better!

  • @sebletadessegebru
    @sebletadessegebru Рік тому

    Hi am gonna visit Istanbul soon from Canada can you please give me more tips about safety

  • @normanwandsworth
    @normanwandsworth Рік тому

    Hello Jessica and Myles. I'm in Istanbul. Where do you suggest I go for traditional Turkish ceramics?

    • @WaypointofView
      @WaypointofView  Рік тому

      Hi there! We just bought a few items from Iznik works in the Grand Bazaar and they seemed to have a lot of good stuff!

  • @pinkeshdesai7358
    @pinkeshdesai7358 10 місяців тому

    Great information. When was this video recorded? Which month? Peak season or slow season?

    • @pinkeshdesai7358
      @pinkeshdesai7358 10 місяців тому

      Trying to figure out how long the ticket/entry lines will be at Hagia Sophia depending on the Peak/Slow tourists season.

    • @WaypointofView
      @WaypointofView  10 місяців тому

      This video was filmed in mid November but it was before Hagia Sophia had an entry fee. We actually just recently made a video about the updates to Hagia Sophia so recommend you check that out :)… ua-cam.com/video/RUeSdkn5SkQ/v-deo.htmlsi=tbgBaTHqJsVzerOy

  • @mayuragarwal4168
    @mayuragarwal4168 Рік тому

    which port did you take the cruise from ?

  • @jolinerussouw8073
    @jolinerussouw8073 7 місяців тому

    Will they send carpets to South Africa

  • @Mrknowhow2020
    @Mrknowhow2020 Рік тому

    Hi, loving your videos. I am due to visit kadikoy in June 2023, and would be grateful if you can do a vlog on best value for money prepaid tourist sim card, as I will need to buy one for data to use Google maps. Heard turkcell and turk telekom do one but don't know the price. ❤️

    • @WaypointofView
      @WaypointofView  Рік тому

      Glad you are enjoying the videos! Just so you know… Our guide is full of all kinds of useful info like SIM cards and tons more helpful stuff that is needed for a trip but maybe not so entertaining to watch on a video 😂 we use turkcell and the coverage is good. If you are just visiting, both company’s usually do a standard package for 1 month that is affordable.

  • @cdspr9
    @cdspr9 Рік тому

    What's the name of the place you went for dinner or do you have a link for the restaurant?

  • @dallelassaad5883
    @dallelassaad5883 11 місяців тому

    Where do you get information about turkey 🇹🇷 sights like hagia sophia

    • @WaypointofView
      @WaypointofView  11 місяців тому

      Can I ask what information are you looking for? We are actually going to be filming a new video on the Hagia Sophia changes in the next couple of days and then we will also update our digital guide accordingly. ☺

  • @angelpadilla8035
    @angelpadilla8035 Рік тому

    Hello, keep up the great work! I see a lot about the historic site and the food, but how about the shopping? Istanbul is a fashion point like Milan and Paris. Where can we buy nice clothes? Note: not the fake brand knockoff around the Bazaar but outside that area? Thanks 😊👍🏼

    • @WaypointofView
      @WaypointofView  Рік тому +1

      Thanks for watching! We’re about to post a video on buying souvenirs here in Istanbul but maybe we can do another shopping one down the road! 😊

  • @byronhoagland7932
    @byronhoagland7932 8 місяців тому

    Egyptian/Taxes was the most interesting part- its history FFS! :)

  • @wizardofoz4284
    @wizardofoz4284 Рік тому

    I did not see the name of the restaurant you guys had lunch?

  • @wizardofoz4284
    @wizardofoz4284 Рік тому

    Why is the name of the restaurant you guys had lunch after leaving spice bazaar? My wife and I will be going there next week. Also where is the best place to buy spices? Our air b and b is located in Moda. We did not find this information in your guide….thanks.

    • @wizardofoz4284
      @wizardofoz4284 Рік тому +1

      Sorry guys… I found it in the description…

    • @WaypointofView
      @WaypointofView  Рік тому +2

      Haha okay great.. I was just about to tell you that you could find the restaurant info on page 31 of the guide 😉😉.. as far as spices go, if you enter the spice bazaar at the entrance next to the famous coffee roasting store (Kurukahveci Mehmet Efendi), I think it’s the first corner stall on your right.. they have pretty good prices. But a lot of the prices within the spice bazaar are quite high. There are also a lot of shops outside the spice bazaar that typically have better prices than the ones within. You should check out our souvenir video if you haven’t already watched that one. 😊

  • @lionofjudah4114
    @lionofjudah4114 Рік тому

    Is it easy to move out there also.

  • @zombiefreak3
    @zombiefreak3 11 місяців тому

    Do we have to purchase any tickets to visit the mosque?

    • @WaypointofView
      @WaypointofView  11 місяців тому

      Mosques are typically all free to enter. However… we did hear that, starting sometime in January, they will start charging an entry fee for Hagia Sophia to help fund needed repairs… we aren’t sure what the entry fee is going to be or what day exactly they plan to start collecting but it is coming soon…

  • @mahmoudabdelhameed3127
    @mahmoudabdelhameed3127 Рік тому

    Perfect couple you are

  • @MrLalla2020
    @MrLalla2020 Рік тому

    Hi, you didn't tell how nd from where to get this boat trip nd cost plz

    • @WaypointofView
      @WaypointofView  Рік тому

      Hi! The boat tour is a highly rated Airbnb experience that is about $40 usd per person depending on the time of year you are booking. However, As we mention in the video, we have worked with the owners to offer a 15% discount for direct bookings with a coupon code inside our guides. So, for two people, the discount on the boat tour will pay for the Istanbul guide! 😁

  • @RMB..
    @RMB.. Рік тому

    Is there Any disability fast track access available?

  • @shahidanusrat6086
    @shahidanusrat6086 Рік тому +8

    May Allah SWT bless Turkey and it's beautiful people from Pakistan 🙂🇵🇰🇹🇷🥰, best regards from Pakistan 🙂🇵🇰🇹🇷🥰😍.

  • @marcang4403
    @marcang4403 Рік тому

    Blue mosque is open with much much lesser constructions

  • @foziadad
    @foziadad Рік тому

    Do you do a guide tour with tourists

    • @WaypointofView
      @WaypointofView  Рік тому

      No, we do not.. we do sell a digital guide though 😉

    • @foziadad
      @foziadad Рік тому

      Awwww that's a shame
      I've got some disabilities and my memory is really bad I'm trying to book a holiday I wanted it close to the blue mosque but it's just so expensive does the digital guide sort of help cover this some days my walking is ok other days it's not

  • @pavelpala9914
    @pavelpala9914 Рік тому

    Nice introduction of my favorite city. Just the vocal frying is annoying.

  • @gilherrera8620
    @gilherrera8620 9 місяців тому

    She is beautiful!

  • @dallelassaad5883
    @dallelassaad5883 Рік тому

    In turkey do they have coffees like cappuccinos & latte with milk

  • @colleens.2541
    @colleens.2541 Рік тому

    Are you still in Istanbul?

    • @WaypointofView
      @WaypointofView  Рік тому

      We are here! We will be heading back to the US for a family reunion I a couple days though…

  • @AsanSan-th6wh
    @AsanSan-th6wh 8 місяців тому

    ❤🎉❤ OTOY LIBURAN JALAN JALAN KE ISTANBUL TURKI ❤🎉❤ KE INDAHAN TAMAN SURGA ADN BUNGA TULIP ❤🎉❤ BANYAK ORANG YANG SUKA SENANG GEMBIRA BAHAGIA ❤🎉❤ DEMIKIAN APA ADANYA SALAM DAMAI PENUH KASIH SAYANG TERSENYUM BAHAGIA ❤🎉❤

  • @murattahan2391
    @murattahan2391 Рік тому

    👍👍👍

  • @stevebartley628
    @stevebartley628 Місяць тому

    Do all the ice cream vendors act like that ?

    • @WaypointofView
      @WaypointofView  Місяць тому

      Not all of them. You can definitely get ice cream from normal shops but most of the touristic areas have the fun “catch me if you can” Ice cream guys! 🤣

  • @HasanSan-fj1lk
    @HasanSan-fj1lk Місяць тому

    ❤🎉❤ POKOKKE MELU JALAN JALAN KE ISTANBUL TURKI / TURKEY ❤🎉❤ KEINDAHAN TAMAN SURGA ADN BUNGA TULIP PERCAYALAH SAYANG ❤🎉❤

  • @clamsoup
    @clamsoup Рік тому

    Before the mosque, before the Christian church, and before the first Jew was born. Women covered their heads to be practical..... Not by mandate.
    You are a stone's throw away from pre-history that is elbow deep at Karahan Tepe.

  • @rahmigenis9092
    @rahmigenis9092 Рік тому

    Julia roberts eating künefe?