based on 208 experiences from female travelers
I’ve had the most boring holiday imaginable due to how scared I was of stepping out of the hotel building. All inclusive hotel experience was never my thing, but there was nothing my parents could do besides bringing me along with them. Outside of the hotel there was little to no infrastructure. Houses were abandoned due to the tourism business kicking out all the locals. Men at the street markets were sooo creepy.
Posted: April 20, 2025Hejar
Turkey
Mardin is a historical city. It is famous for its stone houses and has very beautiful streets. The people are very tolerant. Mardin is a very nice place, in my opinion. I stayed there for more than three months and love it.
Posted: April 17, 2025Experienced: May, 2023It's a very good place to visit , I recommend it . I don't regret going, and I would like to go again. It's not very expensive if you have euro The food is excellent and you can eat wherever. People there are very nice
Posted: April 14, 2025Experienced: March, 2025Busra
Germany
Last year i went holiday to Canakkale Bozcaada in solo✌️And it was amazing holiday for me. I stayed in a hotel which is name Kemerbag 29. Hotel was little bit expensive but it was worth it i think🌸 Bozcaada is very safe place you can go and visit there with peace of mind, the people are very kind and very cheerful. And definitely don't leave without eating the gumdrop island cookie, it tasted amazing.🍪😋🤤 You should try also Gökceada Beaches.
Posted: April 13, 2025Istanbul is a beautiful city. There is so much to do and you will never be bored. Safety wise I would say it’s mostly safe and I’ve never felt unsafe alone at night. But there are men who can cat-call you or pressure you to come into the night clubs.
Posted: April 11, 2025Livia
Sweden
I have traveled to Alanya with my family multiple times and have always had a nice trip. Beaches, restaurants and bars have average prices and are nice! With moutains around I had something to explore every day.
Posted: April 11, 2025Aleyna
Turkey
I went to Buyukada (you can take a ferry from Istanbul) and it was pretty much there. Even though we didn’t have much time to explore, it was a beautiful island. I would recommend going there if you plan to stay for more than one week in Istanbul.
Posted: April 10, 2025Aleyna
Turkey
I went to İzmir with my family last summer and it was amazing. I visited for the first time. They camped at a camping site around two weeks (I joined them for the remaining 4 days). If you come to İzmir you shouldn’t leave without visiting Ephesus Ruins. I would recommend visiting at night because it’s so hot during day and it looks even more breathtaking with the lightnings at night.
Posted: April 10, 2025It’s my hometown actually so I stay at my grandma’s house. I don’t really remember a restaurant name 😬 but I can say that Mardin foods are delicious and if you go around there ( Mardin, Urfa, Antep, Diyarbakır, Hatay, Adana vs ) eat these ( İçli köfte, kaburga dolması, kebap,şekerli pide, ciğer, baklava katmer künefe vs )
Posted: March 26, 2025Well the traffic is really bad espacially during the rush hours. Apart from the traffic the view i took the picture was fascinating. The food around town is really great and you can actually find different cuisines from all around turkey and they worth to try
Posted: March 17, 2025Based on 731 local experiences
Based on 731 local experiences
Doğa
Istanbul is generally safe city. You might get robbed if you not cover your things in crowd places. But this is a slight chance. I never been. Do not walk alone in the dark on side streets late at night. The chances of something happening aren't very high, but they aren't low either.
Posted: April 24, 2025It is really dangerous; there is no overall safety. There are no laws to protect you if someone harasses you or steals your belongings. Additionally, it can be hazardous for people late at night. Therefore, I don't think it's safe.
Posted: April 24, 2025Dilara
I am Dilara from Turkey, and I am studying in Izmir usually, but now I am doing my erasmus in Bucharest. My parents live in Ankara, so for the quarter of the year I am in Ankara. I really like meeting new people and traveling!
Rumeysa
Hello everyone I live in Antalya, a city rich in both nature and history, full of charm and entertainment. I perform as a pianist in hotels here. While making music, I meet and talk with many tourists. I also love traveling, meeting new people, and seeing new places. I am looking for friends who want to travel with me or meet with me in their city. I would also be happy to host those who want to come to Antalya.
Rumeysa
Antalya
1 day
Hello everyone I live in Antalya, a city rich in both nature and history, full of charm and entertainment. I perform as a pianist in hotels here. While making music, I meet and talk with many tourists. I also love traveling, meeting new people, and seeing new places. I am looking for friends who want to travel with me or meet with me in their city. I would also be happy to host those who want to come to Antalya.
Fatma
Istanbul
3 days
Hello everyone! I’m Fatma. I have been working as a teacher in İstanbul for six years. I love travelling and solo-travel has become kind of a therapy for me over the years:) If you are in İstanbul, I can show you around at weekends and give you some tips as well. You can ask any questions, please don’t be shy. My home is a bit far from the touristic places, but if you need a place to crash you can come over:)
Carissa
Hi, I'm Carissa, I'm 32, and my pronouns are she/her. I love to travel and see less of the touristy things. Although I'm really big on history, architecture, learning how things are made, and food when it comes to travel. I have two cute Yorkies (hypoallergenic) at home that I love dearly, but I am allergic to animal dander. I tend to be on the quieter side, but I love getting to hear other people's stories and try to learn as much as I can wherever I go. I value meeting people, dancing, laughing, eating new things and enjoying magical moments that travel has to offer. I love talking about physical and mental health, food from both historical and socio-economic perspectives, cultural norms, and family systems. You could also find me talking about dance, movies, music, art and fashion. I love it all.
Carissa
Hi, I'm Carissa, I'm 32, and my pronouns are she/her. I love to travel and see less of the touristy things. Although I'm really big on history, architecture, learning how things are made, and food when it comes to travel. I have two cute Yorkies (hypoallergenic) at home that I love dearly, but I am allergic to animal dander. I tend to be on the quieter side, but I love getting to hear other people's stories and try to learn as much as I can wherever I go. I value meeting people, dancing, laughing, eating new things and enjoying magical moments that travel has to offer. I love talking about physical and mental health, food from both historical and socio-economic perspectives, cultural norms, and family systems. You could also find me talking about dance, movies, music, art and fashion. I love it all.