A-List Engin Kadaster T+L TOP TRAVEL ADVISOR | TURKEY SPECIALIST By Travel + Leisure Editors Travel + Leisure Editors Since 1971, Travel + Leisure editors have followed one mission: to inform, inspire, and guide travelers to have deeper, more meaningful experiences. T+L's editors have traveled to countries all over the world, having flown, sailed, road tripped, and taken the train countless miles. They've visited small towns and big cities, hidden gems and popular destinations, beaches and mountains, and everything in between. With a breadth of knowledge about destinations around the globe, air travel, cruises, hotels, food and drinks, outdoor adventure, and more, they are able to take their real-world experience and provide readers with tried-and-tested trip ideas, in-depth intel, and inspiration at every point of a journey. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines Updated on January 31, 2023 Share Tweet Pin Email Photo: Courtesy of Respective Travel Advisor While Istanbul and the Aegean are important entry points to a Turkey itinerary, Kadaster adds in experiences in lesser-known places, like cheese making in Boğatepe or a hike on Mount Nemrut, which is believed to contain the tomb of the Mesopotamian king Antiochus Kadaster, who has been in business for over 40 years, says that travel to Turkey is booming. In particular, the Eastern Black Sea and Thrace regions are seeing new interest. "The Eastern Black Sea is the greenest part of Turkey, and also has lot of ancient sites, such as the famous Sumela Monastery that is built on the face of a sheer mountain, plus lovely villages, tea plantations, and quaint churches and mosques," she shares. In Thrace, she directs clients to the vineyards, with bonus add-ons to the famous Gallipoli battlefields, and to Troy, the city made famous in Homer's Iliad. "We are very knowledgeable about Turkish history, geography, people, and customs," Kadaster says. She and her team prepare hundreds of trips to this favorite destination every year, among them honeymoons, family vacations, culinary and wine explorations, religious tours, and adventure itineraries. "Our clients aren't limited to history and archaeology," she says. "They want to get close to the real culture and learn about local life." Languages Spoken: English, German, and Turkish Minimum Daily Spend: From $400 Trip Planning Fees: None Contact Info engin@turkeyatitsbest.net | 949-717-6784 | Newport Beach, Calif. turkeyatitsbest.net facebook.com/TurkeyAtItsBest instagram.com/turkeyatitsbest twitter.com/turkeyatitsbest Testimonial "Engin Kadaster's passion for Turkey is contagious. Her unique, exciting itineraries included parts of the country simply not on my travel radar – our trip to Southeastern Turkey was thrilling. Combined with her deep knowledge, and the personal touch of her in-country team, you have all the makings for an unforgettable journey." - Matt D Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit