THIS WEEK IN INSPIRATION
Diana the budget traveller hits one of the most colourful and fascinating cities in the world, Istanbul. This week, she takes a look at the modern bits of the city, which is often overlooked by travellers seeking the historical sites.
THIS WEEK ON MSN TRAVEL
Get-up-and-go GreeceAn all-action break on the island of Lemnos
Inside the real magic kingdomDiscover the real Shangri-La.
In Flanders fieldsSerene Flanders belies its war-torn past.
INSPIRATIONAL TRAVEL PHOTOS
Highlights from Jordan, Syria, and TurkeyDiana, our budget traveller, shares some images highlighting three months through Jordan, Syria, and Turkey. Beginning in the south of Jordan, the images go from Wadi Rum to Damascus to varying points in Turkey.
Gallery: Olympos and a Climbing Festival in TurkeyThe Hot Rock expedition spent a few days climbing limestone cliffs amidst the ancient ruins of Olympos in the south of Turkey. Olympos was founded in the Hellenistic period and the river running through it created a gorge, which today provides for various outdoor activities. Trekking, cycling, rafting, and climbing are all on offer here.
EDITOR'S PICKS
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