Hi, I’m Sarah.
I’m a mom of two, I have a dog, and I live in New England. I spend a lot of my time reading, writing, and figuring things out as I go. This site is one of those things.
I created Travel Turkey with Confidence because I know what it feels like to be interested in a place and completely unsure about it at the same time.
Why This Site Exists
Turkey was not always on my radar.
Then I fell in love with a Turkish man, which tends to change things.
Suddenly this country felt important to me in a very real way. I found myself wanting to understand it, not just visit it.
And I realized pretty quickly that there is a gap between travel inspiration and actual understanding.
There are beautiful photos. There are lists of things to do. But there is not always a clear, grounded explanation of what it feels like to navigate a place for the first time.
That is the gap I am trying to fill.
What You’ll Find Here
This is a space for people who want to feel a little more prepared before they go.
You will find:
- practical guidance without overwhelm
- context that helps things make sense
- honest reflections from someone learning in real time
I am not trying to tell you everything. I am trying to help you feel oriented.
My Perspective
I am not a travel expert, and I am not writing from the perspective of someone who has spent years moving through Turkey.
I am writing as someone who is paying attention.
Someone who asks a lot of questions. Someone who wants to understand the why behind things. Someone who knows what it feels like to be new to a place and wants that experience to feel a little less intimidating.
If you are a first-time traveler, or someone who likes to understand a place before stepping into it, you are in the right place.
Start Here
If you are just getting started, these are good places to begin:
👉 Turkey 101: What You Need to Know Before You Go
👉 Best Time to Visit Turkey
👉 What I Wish I Knew Before Traveling to Turkey
Traveling somewhere new can feel like a lot.
But understanding even a little bit more can change the entire experience.
Travel Turkey with Confidence 