It has been 3 months since I left home and although it is hard to believe I am not home sick, it may be understandable when you consider I have spent the past 2 weeks in paradise. Fethiye is a town on the Mediterranean with piercing blue water, green hills, and gorgeous men. Yes, Turkish men are very handsome. Thankfully I met the perfect wingman at my pension- my friend Ray. You would think we make an unlikely pair, him being a 50 yr old gay Pilipino/Canadian/American, but we have similar tastes...But really, hanging with Ray was unbelievably fun and unforgettable.
Being in Fethiye reminds me of when I was in Greece 9 yrs ago (gasp!) so I decide to relive my youth and rent a motorbike. I had a blast cruising the coastline and causing havoc on the road. I also did a boat trip to some islands, spent a lot of time on the beach, and ate the best food. My favourite meals were choosing fresh fish at the fish market, walking a few steps to the restaurant of our choice, and having it cooked and served with salad and bread- for only $5 total. The icing on the cake was the pension I stayed at- private room with ensuite, breakfast and a killer view for about $15 a night. Understandably I am heartbroken to be on a 12 hr bus ride out of town...
I arrive in Gerome, a small town in Cappadocia famous for its unique landscape. I spend a couple days checking Cappadocia out, one day via the backend of a motorbike. That is the beauty of travelling solo, people are always inviting me to go places and do things with them. Of course I use good judgment and I am usually rewarded with my most memorable experiences. The local guy who tours me around Cappadocia is really great but I have my first (and hopefully last) motorbike accident. We are both totally fine, another memorable experience J
Thinking of home but happily abroad,
Carrie
Fethiye
Cappadocia
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