Turkish Delights — Watch with Lale Surmen Aran
Enjoy our live Monday Night Travel party with this video recorded on February 2, 2026.
Istanbul is one of the world's great cities, period. And in this show, one of the world's great guides, Lale Surmen Aran, leads us among the wonders of this city that bridges continents. After cruising the busy port of the Bosphorus, we dive into the Grand Bazaar, where endless shops enchant visitors. Next, we study the mosaics of Chora Church, watch dervishes whirl in their spiritual trance, and zip by tram from the Old Town to Taksim Square, tasting local treats before hopping a ferry to Asia. Come hungry for an assortment of delicious Turkish delights!