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Lisa Morrow

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Sociologist, author and travel writer living in Istanbul. Bylines: NYT Travel, BBC Travel, Fodors, The Revealer, CNN Travel. Books: Longing for IstanbuI, Inside Out In Istanbul, Istanbul Dreams, Exploring Turkish Landscapes, Istanbul 50 Unsung Places.

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Lisa Morrow @goreme1990.bsky.social · Dec 6

Hello new Bluesky followers. I'm Australian born sociologist, author & #travelwriter who's been living in #Istanbul, #Turkey more than 15 years. I love dogs, red wine & travel but hate dairy. Note, ice cream is different food type. See more about Turkey & my writing at www.insideoutinistanbul.com

Home - Inside Out In Istanbul

I’m Lisa Morrow and my aim is to help you travel through the lesser known sights and areas of the wonderful city of Istanbul through my writing and guidebook Istanbul 50 Unsung Places. I've lived in I...

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Lisa Morrow @goreme1990.bsky.social · 9h

Just as beauty is in eye of beholder #Turkey is many things to many people. #booksaboutturkey #livinginturkey #travelessays #expatlife Discover more of what makes the country tick with Exploring Turkish Landscapes: Crossing Inner Boundaries. Available here amzn.to/4o4XEi5

Lisa Morrow @goreme1990.bsky.social · 1d

Continuing with #istanbulparks theme, today I bring you #yildizpark set on steep slopes of Bosphorus. Has pretty pond, lovely pavillions (undergoing restoration) & gorgeous water views. #whattoseeanddoinistanbul #greenspaces Read all about it here www.insideoutinistanbul.com/yildiz-park/

Yildiz Park: the Star of Istanbul

A few years ago I spent a fun afternoon and early evening picnicking with a big group of friends in Yildiz Park. After a lunch that went on for hours we decided to play frisbee,

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Lisa Morrow @goreme1990.bsky.social · 2d

Today #Turkey celebrates founding of #TurkishRepublic in 1923. 🇹🇷#29Ekim1923 #Cumhuriyetbayramı #TürkiyeCumhuriyet Expect Turkish flags galore, hordes of excited school children & proud Turks wearing & bearing #Turkishflag This is what they’re so proud of www.insideoutinistanbul.com/republic-day...

Celebrating Republic Day Turkey

Republic Day Turkey, or Cumhuriyet Bayramı as it’s known in Turkish, commemorates the offical start of a new Turkey. On this day in October 1923 Mustafa Kemal Atatürk officially proclaimed the establi...

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Lisa Morrow @goreme1990.bsky.social · 3d

#Emirgan Park on shores of #Bosphorus in #Istanbul is largely known for spectacular displays of #tulips in April every year. However park has wonderful history in itself as well as lovely water views. #istanbulparks Autumn's a great time to visit too. www.insideoutinistanbul.com/emirgan-park/

Emirgan Park Istanbul

Nowadays Emirgan Park is known around the world for its famous tulip festival held in the grounds every April. Beds of these once priceless flowers cascade down the winding paths and slopes, blanketin...

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Lisa Morrow @goreme1990.bsky.social · 3d

Happy reading. Thanks for sharing my piece.

Lisa Morrow @goreme1990.bsky.social · 4d

Let Turkish coast work its magic on you & unleash your creativity on my #writersretreat in #Turkey 2026. #writerscommunity Join small group of people keen to learn how to transform their private thoughts into words on paper that are honest & impactful... www.instagram.com/p/DQSB76jlD5...

Lisa Morrow @goreme1990.bsky.social · 6d

Although winter’s on the way, while sun’s still shining & sky remains blue, it’s perfect time of year to explore #Istanbulparks, all accessible by #publictransport. Here’s my guide to #greenspaces on both sides of #Bosphorus.
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Istanbul parks you can visit by public transport

I’ve been using public transport since forever. I have a driver’s licence but to be honest, the idea of driving in Istanbul scares the living daylights out of me. Besides, the traffic is so heavy

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Lisa Morrow @goreme1990.bsky.social · 7d

I love #livinginturkey. My local #muhtar (Turkish for headman but mine's a she) just sent me a friend request on FB #istanbullife

Lisa Morrow @goreme1990.bsky.social · 8d

I always appreciate when people take time to write review after reading 1 of my books. #travelwriting #bookreviews #writingcommunity This 1 about my #guidebook #Istanbul50Unsungplaces, by former #Turkey resident Piero Castellano, took my breath away.
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Book review: Lisa Morrow’s “Istanbul 50 unsung places”

I was in love with Istanbul, once, and I used to love guidebooks too.

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Lisa Morrow @goreme1990.bsky.social · 8d

Naturally, maalesef.

Lisa Morrow @goreme1990.bsky.social · 8d

Lots of luck!

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Lisa Morrow @goreme1990.bsky.social · 9d

Don't just go to the same old places in #Istanbul. Visit #Kadikoy like a local with my handy guides. #whattoseeanddoistanbul #kadikoyistanbul
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Visit Kadikoy like a local: 5 top tips*

I’m a long time Kadikoy resident and I love it. The maze of backstreets with no names where it’s easy to get lost as you stop and stare, duck in and out of little shops

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Lisa Morrow @goreme1990.bsky.social · 10d

#Istanbul's Asian side of Istanbul is packed with history, cafes, dark bars, #Turkish food, meyhane & handful of upmarket restaurants, populated by uni students, head scarved housewives, workmates & friends. Discover this & more with my 48hr itinerary. www.insideoutinistanbul.com/istanbul-iti...

Istanbul itinerary Asian side

Istanbul is world famous for glorious historical sites in the old city of Sultanahmet like the Blue Mosque and Topkapı Palace to name a few. Once you’ve seen them, what’s next? A completely different ...

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Lisa Morrow @goreme1990.bsky.social · 11d

“The impossibly turquoise-coloured tranquil bays … are best seen from the deck of a gulet ... #writersretreat #writingretreatturkey #writingretreat #WritingCommunity www.instagram.com/p/DQAAboZlVb...

Lisa Morrow @goreme1990.bsky.social · 13d

2 of my favourite things are ice cream & travel so it was exciting to see @algidaturkiye combine both with pics of their promo umbrellas in different destinations in Turkey. I've been to lots of them, have you? Here are some ideas to #travelturkey. www.insideoutinistanbul.com/destinations/

Lisa Morrow @goreme1990.bsky.social · 14d

These days #karagoz, traditional Turkish #puppetry, is often viewed as children’s entertainment, but in past was used to comment on state of world, moral upheavals & social events. #turkishpuppets #turkishculture #puppets Find out more here www.insideoutinistanbul.com/karagoz/

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Lisa Morrow @goreme1990.bsky.social · 15d

They've already broken the deal by shooting and killing more Palestinians. Until the world holds them to account, they continue to act with impunity. #israelimurderers

Lisa Morrow @goreme1990.bsky.social · 16d

Cruising into inspiration. Join me in 2026 #WritingRetreat #Turkey - disconnect from chaos of daily life, engage with ancient ruins & mindful rituals of Turkish culture as we sail on handcrafted wooden sailing boat. #writingskills @insideoutinistanbul www.instagram.com/p/DPROlEoCOW...

Lisa Morrow @goreme1990.bsky.social · 17d

Think you'd like to move to #Istanbul? #expatlife #livinginistanbul #istanbullife Read what it's really like in my #travelmemoir Istanbul Dreams: Waiting for the Tulips to Bloom amzn.to/4oc4p1w

Lisa Morrow @goreme1990.bsky.social · 17d

Congratulations!

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Lisa Morrow @goreme1990.bsky.social · 20d

Combine travel, inspiration & writing with my #WritingRetreatTurkey2026. #writingretreat #writingholiday #ilovewriting Reserve your spot by 31.12. 25 & get €100 off per person. Come set sail now!
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Lisa Morrow @goreme1990.bsky.social · 22d

It was absolute delight to talk to Elif Tamtartar & others about history & practices that take place inside #hamam, #turkishbath for @CNNTravel. Not to mention enjoying experience myself. #istanbulhamam I came out feeling completely relaxed and brand new!
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What really happens inside a Turkish bath | CNN

Steeped in history and ritual, Istanbul’s hamams offer communal bathing, kese scrubs, and foam massages — blending architecture, tradition, and relaxation into a uniquely Turkish cultural experience.

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Lisa Morrow @goreme1990.bsky.social · 23d

Whether you're #travelling on a budget or price is no concern, my where to #eatinistanbul has you covered. #istanbuleats #istanbulrestaurants #expatlife #istanbulturkey www.insideoutinistanbul.com/where-to-eat...

Lisa Morrow @goreme1990.bsky.social · 25d

Often overlooked by major travel guides, today marks anniversary of #liberationofistanbul back in 1923. #6ekim1923 #6ekim1923istanbulunkurtuluşu #istanbulhistory #postwwi Read more about this fascinating slice of #turkishhistory here
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Lisa Morrow @goreme1990.bsky.social · 26d

A talented photographer, my husband Kim also dabbles in film-making, going back to when video camera & phone were two separate items. He loved #Cappadocia as much as I did & made short documentary about #potterymaker called the Clay Master of Avanos. I was his assistant.https://youtu.be/Mt9Qt6XDWW8

The Clay Master of Avanos

YouTube video by Inside Out In Istanbul with The Seagull

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