How to get there, what to see at Hierapolis and why Pamukkale deserves more than a hurried photo stop. White travertine terraces and thermal pools at Pamukkale, Türkiye. This article contains affiliate links. If you book through one of them, I may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. I only recommend experiences I’ve taken myself or genuinely believe will be useful to other travellers. Our visit took place several years ago, so I’ve checked current access inf

A Turkish hamam experince that's become a core travel memory Before our first Turkish hamam in Kuşadası, I did exactly enough research to get us through the front door. Everything beyond that, remained mostly a mystery. I confirmed that my husband, son and I could attend the hamam together. Once I knew that, I stopped asking questions. My assumptions at this point was that we'd sit in a steam room, relax, wash ourselves and emerge refreshed and clean. What else was there to k