You’ll experience a true mix of cultures with a holiday to Turkey, with influences from the east and west and, of course, ancient civilisations. Istanbul will captivate you with its historic monuments, including the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia. But when you can bear to leave the city, there’s an abundance of Mediterranean beaches waiting to be explored, from laid-back seaside towns to cosmopolitan coastal resorts. And don’t miss a stop in Cappadocia in the south-west for geological wonders and some of the country’s best vistas.