The Simplify Movement

“Simplicity is about subtracting the obvious and adding the meaningful.” – John Maeda As I am planning my impending yet illusory escape from the corporate world, I cannot help but realize that I am not alone in my search for … Continue reading 

Ephesus: the Roman Holiday

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Only an hour south of Izmir lies one of the Seven Wonders of the World – the Temple of Artemis. As with anything wondrous, it is easy to miss this temple, especially if you are expecting to see something. A … Continue reading 

The Search for Kadifekale

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Ask anyone in Izmir how they feel about Istanbul, and they will be quick to tell you: “Istanbul is… eh. Izmir is… ooooh!”, accompanying their passionate statement with a characteristic hand gesture Turkish to its core. This uplifting gesture is … Continue reading