The Green Queen: 5 Must-Do Experiences in Bursa, Türkiye
May 2, 2026Often overshadowed by Istanbul’s glitz, Bursa is the soulful, historic “Green City” that every traveler needs on their radar. As the first capital of the Ottoman Empire, it’s a place where silk-trading history meets mountain air and incredible architecture. If you’re planning a trip, here are the five experiences you absolutely cannot skip: 1. Get Lost in the Magic of Koza Han (The Silk Market) Walking into Koza Han feels like stepping directly into the 15th century. This historic caravanserai was once the final stop for silk caravans traveling the Silk Road. The Vibe: Wander through the upper galleries to…
Visiting North Cyprus: Top 5 things to do
This May, it will have been two years since I got to call this island my home. I had never imagined that I would be living somewhere in the Mediterranean Sea, but here I am, and life takes us to…
Notes from the book “Happiness is a Habit” by Kris Heap
I have been listening to some podcasts for quite some time, more specifically Mel Robbins’ and Jay Shetty’s podcasts. Often I fall asleep with my earphones, and I think it is because of the episodes I have chosen – usually…
10 affirmations to tell yourself every day
Daily affirmations are short, written statements that are meant to give your self-esteem a positive boost. You can write them down or repeat them to yourself when you need them. Positive affirmations are statements or mantras you can use to…
Happiness shouldn’t be the goal
If someone were to ask us what do we want for our children the most, most likely we would answer: I just want my child to be happy. That is, at first, logical and expected answer. We do want our…
Transitions and why they are hard for kids
The majority of people would love to control and predict people and events around them. Needless to say, things cannot be controlled and outcomes cannot be so easily foreseen. And this is the adults we are talking about. But what…
