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.10 min read·May 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…2 min read·Jul 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.3 min read·Feb 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…·8 min read·Dec 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.·5 min read·Jul 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…·10 min read·Feb 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…·13 min read·Feb 11, 2018----
Leyla Giray AlyanakThe Fascinating Story of the Indonesian RijsttafelThis colonial-era culinary experience did not originate where you think·5 min read·Jan 18, 2016----
Leyla Giray AlyanakMy Accidental Dinner Date with RoyaltyI didn’t know what to do with my hands.·10 min read·Jul 14, 2015--1--1
Leyla Giray AlyanakThe Great Tortilla Debate: Onions? No Onions?The perfect Spanish tortilla·7 min read·May 15, 2015----