Metropolis on Two Continents

Mandarin Oriental To Open Luxurious Waterfront Hotel On The Bosphorus In Istanbul

Mandarin Oriental To Open Luxurious Waterfront Hotel On The Bosphorus In Istanbul

May 3, 2013

Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has today signed an agreement to manage a luxurious hotel in Istanbul, Turkey. The hotel is scheduled to open in 2016. Mandarin Oriental Bosphorus, Istanbul will enjoy a prime waterfront location on the banks of the famed strait, in the area of Beşiktaş, one of the city’s oldest and most vibrant neighbourhoods. Ideally located...

Spring Surprise from Çırağan Palace Kempinski Istanbul

Spring Surprise from Çırağan Palace Kempinski Istanbul

May 1, 2013

Çırağan Palace Kempinski Istanbul’s chic bar Le Fumoir rapidly became the talk of the town after its opening in 2009 owing to its superb location, premium cognacs, quality malts, a fine selection of wines and champagnes, enticing cocktails and quality cigars served in handmade humidors, all served with a signature presentation style unique to Çırağan...

Universal Studios wants to build Hollywood on the Bosporus

Universal Studios wants to build Hollywood on the Bosporus

Apr 7, 2013

Major US motion picture group Universal Studios has unveiled big plans to build a film studio and possibly even a theme park in Istanbul similar to Hollywood’s film studios and theme parks. The announcement came during a press conference in Los Angeles, in which Economy Minister Zafer Cağlayan announced that Universal Studios “would like to install a...

The New Hollywood? Istanbul to Build Giant Movie Studio

The New Hollywood? Istanbul to Build Giant Movie Studio

Mar 28, 2013

Istanbul is becoming a major destination for Hollywood movies, including “James Bond movie Skyfall” and Oscar-winning movie “Argo.” Over the years, Istanbul’s unique visual backdrop have been a favorite set location for international filmmakers. But while the city’s cultural and historical significance have long served as a...

Reina Istanbul

Reina Istanbul

Mar 7, 2013

Reina is one of the most trendy clubs in Istanbul with a glittering Bosphorus view for the young and beautiful. Its design that almost looks like a cruise deck on one the most beautiful spots of the Bosphorus. The place which brings the best restaurants of the city together under one roof, with evening bar pleasure and club entertainment. This summer club...