PinnedLeyla Giray AlyanakPickpockets in Paris: How to Avoid Being RobbedPickpockets are the bane of Paris, but they CAN be avoided. Here are some typical scams, and how to avoid them.May 26, 2023May 26, 2023
Leyla Giray AlyanakThe Ardèche: Off the beaten path in FranceIt’s hard to imagine a part of France so remote it isn’t crossed by a single public passenger train. Such a place does exist: welcome to…Jul 11, 2022Jul 11, 2022
Leyla Giray AlyanakThe Dazzling Roman Ruins of ArlesSome cities seem as Roman as Rome — and that’s the case with Arles, in France’s Provence region.Feb 18, 2022Feb 18, 2022
Leyla Giray Alyanak13 Things I Had (Almost) Forgotten About New York City in DecemberOnly one city on Earth makes me feel like a country cousin. I’ve been traveling all my life but each year, when I visit New York City in…Dec 10, 2019Dec 10, 2019
Leyla Giray AlyanakWhat Can I Learn From A Travel Blogger Young Enough To Be My Son?When Matt Kepnes (of Nomadic Matt fame) asked me to review his latest book, I hesitated.Jul 16, 2019Jul 16, 2019
Leyla Giray AlyanakAn Exchange Student of a Certain AgeI am a “mature” undergraduate, which is in itself an adventure. But last summer life surprised me with another great adventure: I received…Feb 16, 2018Feb 16, 2018
Leyla Giray AlyanakSusie of Arabia: From Florida to Jeddah — Women on the RoadA former police officer and travel industry professional, Susie Khalil’s American life changed dramatically in 2007 when she followed her…Feb 11, 2018Feb 11, 2018
Leyla Giray AlyanakThe Fascinating Story of the Indonesian RijsttafelThis colonial-era culinary experience did not originate where you thinkJan 18, 2016Jan 18, 2016
Leyla Giray AlyanakMy Accidental Dinner Date with RoyaltyI didn’t know what to do with my hands.Jul 14, 20151Jul 14, 20151
Leyla Giray AlyanakThe Great Tortilla Debate: Onions? No Onions?The perfect Spanish tortillaMay 15, 2015May 15, 2015