A few weeks ago we packed our bags and headed to Turkey, and I didn’t plan a single thing. It was a new experience for me and I loved every single second!
Enter: Elsewhere, an absolute dream service for people like me who love to travel but don’t always have the bandwidth to coordinate every little detail. I handed over a general vibe (culture, food, coastal luxury, history, and some relaxation) and Elsewhere did the rest.
They paired us with a local expert who built the entire trip, from boutique hotels and private transfers to insider experiences and local guides, while I sat back and waited for the itinerary to drop into my inbox. It was wildly seamless, totally tailored, and made me never want to plan another trip myself again.
The highlights? Honestly, too many to count, but if I had to narrow it down: the street food in Istanbul was next level. We wandered neighborhoods snacking on simit, döner, and the most incredible stuffed mussels.
Then came Bodrum, which felt like the Mediterranean but with Turkish soul. Think Aegean beachside dinners, daily swims, and a cocktail at sunset every night.
And we capped it all off with a few days exploring ancient ruins, which was a bucket list moment, especially for Thomas who hadn't been. toTurkey before. The entire trip was balanced, beautiful, and effortless. Highlights are below and my itinerary is here if you're planning a trip! Plus it's all saved on IG if you want to relive any of it and see specific tags/locations!
Here’s how it works: you start with a quick quiz to share your travel style, preferences, and must-haves. From there, Elsewhere matches you with a vetted local expert who plans everything: hotels, transfers, reservations, activities, and more. We communicated directly in their portal, and once the itinerary dropped into my inbox, it was a done deal. I didn’t have to organize a single thing.
Our itinerary was totally personalized. A food tour in Istanbul with hidden gems, a few beach days day in Bodrum, and a boutique hotel that felt like a dream. Every detail felt intentional and built just for us. Plus, we had 24/7 on-the-ground support from our local expert in case anything came up, we even had their personal whatsapp number for texts or calls.
As a busy working mom, the convenience of this was unmatched. I didn’t have the time to plan a trip this special, but Elsewhere made it effortless. I was able to relax and actually enjoy the experience, knowing every detail was covered.
Even better, Elsewhere is deeply committed to responsible travel. They offset all emissions, remove ocean plastic, plant trees, and work with local partners who are paid fairly and operate ethically. When you book with Elsewhere, your trip leaves a positive impact in every way possible: socially, economically, and environmentally. As Poppy would say... 10 stars!
