OUR FIRST IMPRESSIONS OF ISTANBUL, TURKEY

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  • čas přidán 14. 06. 2024
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    In this exciting travel vlog, we explore the vibrant city of Istanbul for the first time! Join us as we dive into the historic downtown for our first impressions of Istanbul, savoring delicious local kebabs and baklava, and soaking in the stunning sights of the Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque. We also take a moment to feed seagulls while enjoying a beautiful view at the Seven Hills Restaurant. We're traveling on a budget so most of what we do in the video is either free or very affordable.
    Despite the reason why we're in Turkiye, we decided to make the best of it because who knows when we will get a chance to travel to Istanbul again?! Our journey to Turkey came unexpectedly, as Avri's immigration paperwork in Lithuania wasn't ready yet and we needed to leave the Schengen area. Come along on this adventure with us and experience the rich culture and history of Istanbul!
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Komentáře • 197

  • @AvriSimas
    @AvriSimas  Před měsícem +16

    Thanks to BetterHelp for sponsoring this video! Get started today and enjoy 10% off your first month by clicking here: betterhelp.com/avriandsimas

    • @kuyahkudey3217
      @kuyahkudey3217 Před měsícem

      @Avri
      You look beautiful with that lipstick and hairstyle!

  • @anthonyforrest1785
    @anthonyforrest1785 Před měsícem +18

    Turkey has lots of historical architecture and history. Lovely vlog

  • @dreamteam3938
    @dreamteam3938 Před měsícem +12

    As a Turc living in Istanbul, I have to say what kept me watching your video was your happiness. Both of you looked so cute and full of moral . I have to say the quality of your video shots is suberp . Happy to see such smiling faces. Tomorrow will eat döner and baklava for you 😄

    • @AvriSimas
      @AvriSimas  Před měsícem

      Thanks so much for watching 🥰🥰

  • @sharongj1
    @sharongj1 Před měsícem +8

    Keep posting travel vlogs. Istanbul is on my bucket list.
    Haters are envious of your life style. Enjoy what little you give us

  • @KaydeanChannel
    @KaydeanChannel Před měsícem +54

    Yasss! The best decision when life gives you lemon is to turn it into lemonade. Turkey looks beautiful and definitely looks like a country that must be on everyone bucket list. The foooodddd!!!! Dang! Looks so good .

  • @karenw6870
    @karenw6870 Před měsícem +32

    Please continue posting your travel videos they’re very interesting!

  • @anitaweakley6328
    @anitaweakley6328 Před měsícem +5

    I love all of your videos/content! Turkey is so beautiful, so colorful. I love history and cultures BUT I'M OBSESSED WITH THE FOOD! I would love to travel just to try all the different tastes of the world. BAKLAVA IS FANTASTIC! Y'all are Blessed, love you! 🫶🏻✌🏻🤗

  • @carolynholmes6643
    @carolynholmes6643 Před měsícem +12

    Enjoyed this blog of Istanbul! The food and the Architecture! Hopefully, next time you can stay longer !

  • @orcadr1955
    @orcadr1955 Před měsícem +7

    Hello from eastern Europe, Turkey 🇹🇷🎋🎇

  • @patricanelson3041
    @patricanelson3041 Před měsícem +8

    Loving this. Istanbul is beautiful. So much history and the food looks delicious.

  • @orcadr1955
    @orcadr1955 Před měsícem +6

    Привет из Восточной Европы, Турции ❤

  • @Tila_tr
    @Tila_tr Před 27 dny +3

    I don't know why but I always liked Eastern European people more. They are so friendly and humble.

    • @abcd-sg7ym
      @abcd-sg7ym Před 21 dnem

      Bende öyle İskandinav ve batı avrupasından çok daha iyiler Asya insanı gibi ler

  • @elsastuckman6052
    @elsastuckman6052 Před měsícem +18

    I love this, just had a conversation with someone about mental health, just taking care of yourself, getting help because life will be life!! Love you guys, keep going ok💯💯❤️

    • @AvriSimas
      @AvriSimas  Před měsícem +5

      Totally agree, seeking help has been a new year resolution for me and I'm glad I did. We can't always be strong and brave. It's definitely a good conversation to start with family or friends

  • @Komi43995
    @Komi43995 Před měsícem +1

    Much much much more to see in Türkiye !!!! Not only İstanbul !!

  • @karenw6870
    @karenw6870 Před měsícem +32

    You tube suggested your channel a few months ago, enjoy your travels you’ll be back to your home soon. Please block out the noise and continue being awesome!!💜

    • @cece5724
      @cece5724 Před měsícem +4

      Couldn’t agree more. ❤️❤️💫💫

    • @sandratomlinson2633
      @sandratomlinson2633 Před měsícem +1

      Thanks for taking us along with you guys blessings

  • @barbaralockett2956
    @barbaralockett2956 Před měsícem +9

    Thank you guys for sharing your adventure with us, I will be in Alanya Turkey on the 16th of May, I’ve never been there before and I hope it is as beautiful as Istanbul, I hope and pray that your journey will end well, much love ❤️

  • @24bluebutterflies
    @24bluebutterflies Před měsícem +16

    I loved the entire video the city looks beautiful, the feeding of the birds was amazing and the desserts looked so yummy.

  • @rosalieburke6365
    @rosalieburke6365 Před měsícem +5

    The food and the way Simas described the taste, and the Mosque , I would of loved to see the inside.

  • @tag475
    @tag475 Před měsícem +3

    Some of the best food that I have had was Turkish food.

  • @arlenemaxwellcopeland1644
    @arlenemaxwellcopeland1644 Před měsícem +10

    When you asked Simas if he'd come back for baklava and he smiled, ohyeah. That was so cute! My favorite part.

    • @AvriSimas
      @AvriSimas  Před měsícem +1

      😍🥰 Simas loves him some sweets lol

  • @pearbear319
    @pearbear319 Před měsícem +5

    You are a lovely articulated and well informed couple. Many blessings in your future adventures and in Lithuania.

  • @chandysuchit8320
    @chandysuchit8320 Před měsícem +11

    Turkey is a beautiful place, thanks for sharing😊

  • @sophiayearwood5154
    @sophiayearwood5154 Před měsícem +4

    I truly enjoyed the video, makes me want to visit. Thanks for the tour and safe travel.

  • @crystalhumphrey2782
    @crystalhumphrey2782 Před měsícem +12

    Love you too! Thanks for sharing your journey and some experiences. Greatly appreciated! 🙌🏽🙏🏽🙌🏽😘🐞😘

  • @soniaking8319
    @soniaking8319 Před měsícem +4

    Just wanted you to know that I love you guys, I have been following you 2 since you met each other , I don't post usually but I must this time, don't listen to everything thing you see post in your comments some people have nothing better to do or say. You 2 are young and beautiful continue living your life for both of you. As a jamaican myself living in Georgia and does a lot of traveling am loving you guys traveling also .

  • @soniaking8319
    @soniaking8319 Před měsícem +4

    Definitely going to Turkey 🇹🇷

  • @bluepeter128
    @bluepeter128 Před měsícem +1

    I loved everything and can't wait to visit. Always wanted to go. Thanks!

  • @Tatiana010
    @Tatiana010 Před měsícem +3

    My favourite part was you guys promoting and talking about how good the food is. Cause i am planning a trip to Turkey and was wondering if i would like the food there.
    My guest as to where you guys are heading to is Asia. It will be very cheap to be in Asia at the moment while y'all waiting on the visa issue from Lithuania. Anyways have fun wherever you guys are going. Looking forward to those vlogs.

  • @JANET.19645
    @JANET.19645 Před měsícem +2

    Nice seeing Turkey

  • @jarrodh8041
    @jarrodh8041 Před měsícem +3

    All the best to you both. I visited Istanbul at the end of Dec and I enjoyed my trip as well. Salfe travels and looking forward to the next vlog.

  • @marciabowen3217
    @marciabowen3217 Před měsícem +2

    Avril and simas I love you guys and as a fellow Jamaican life can be a challenge but embrace it and push through.You are down but not out what God has for you no one can take it.Allow prayer to take you through.Be safe my friends

  • @marciathompson6924
    @marciathompson6924 Před měsícem +22

    People can be so bad especially when you are on social media God knows everything best just keep pushing you will be OK 🙏❤️🇯🇲😊

  • @annharradan4316
    @annharradan4316 Před měsícem +3

    Enjoy your travels ❤

  • @mehmetakifyldz773
    @mehmetakifyldz773 Před měsícem

    I’m Turkish , and both of you are so cute. Thanks for visiting

  • @patriciamcneil9220
    @patriciamcneil9220 Před měsícem +6

    I love every moment of your Turkey trip

  • @Avishek3340
    @Avishek3340 Před 27 dny +1

    Istanbul is the best city to visit ❤️

  • @andiaforbes8332
    @andiaforbes8332 Před měsícem +6

    You go girl.Make the best of this oportunity with GOD'S BLESSINGS .

  • @user-rk5yy3co4n
    @user-rk5yy3co4n Před měsícem

    Very beautiful and interesting video. Thanks for sharing. Be safe. Love you guys.

  • @smaddicomoquiera3493
    @smaddicomoquiera3493 Před měsícem +3

    The Sea of Marmara gets me every time... So 💙

  • @dwill9343
    @dwill9343 Před měsícem +14

    Chin up guys, shutout the outside noise/negative comments.. through out ups and down as a viewer we can learn what and what not to do, should I desire be adventurous as you guys… Blessings always…. 👍🏽😘

  • @gloriarobinson1869
    @gloriarobinson1869 Před měsícem +4

    Hi Avri and Simas, enjoy your short time in Turkey, it looks good. Though life throws you lemons as you said, the best thing to do is to with them is to make lemonade, a little bit of sugar gets rid of the tangy taste. Hope things works out in your favour back home, good luck.

  • @sumairakhan1751
    @sumairakhan1751 Před měsícem

    Avri you are so pretty and nice person with such a positive vibe. You two are my new go to channel for vlogs.

  • @GeTTo...609
    @GeTTo...609 Před měsícem +1

    Türkiye is a food paradise

  • @barbaraskitchen-ju
    @barbaraskitchen-ju Před měsícem +2

    Turkey is beautiful

  • @odiliamoore
    @odiliamoore Před měsícem +16

    My dear people will turn their back on you in a second. HOWEVER, DON'T LET ANY ONE OR ANYTHING INTERRUPT YOUR PURPOSE, OR YOUR JOURNEY This is your journey specific and unique to both of you. So do not worry about the negative, do you. I understand it's easier said than done. Sometimes, the words can be very hurtful. However
    Just think, these negative people wish they could do half the things you're both doing.
    Congratulations. God bless and keep you guys safe during your journey. ❤

  • @kennieg.4771
    @kennieg.4771 Před měsícem +2

    Hey, you were in my second home! (I married a Türk) I'm so glad you were able to explore Istanbul a bit and see the Ayasofya (my fave, used to be free) lmk if you want some local spots if you return to Türkiye. Istiklal Street is ok but locals avoid it like the plague.

  • @Kasy2013
    @Kasy2013 Před 29 dny

    Am glad am able to see turkey through your lens.

  • @lileithdepass9539
    @lileithdepass9539 Před měsícem +6

    I really enjoy your vlogs. Educational as well as informative. You are an intelligent and educated couple. The negative comments are from really idle folks.

  • @wtm1
    @wtm1 Před měsícem +5

    Stay strong you two!💪🏻

  • @zoebird6655
    @zoebird6655 Před měsícem

    I enjoy the tour with you.

  • @elizaprzeluski
    @elizaprzeluski Před měsícem +3

    Loved the vid. I've been to Istanbul, but in the winter...so much to see and do...where next...Best part your "happened upons" unplanned is sometimes best!

  • @valeriewright3681
    @valeriewright3681 Před měsícem +5

    Stay strong guys and have fun it is a beautiful country ignore the haters because they’re just jealous !!👍❤️

  • @mikirose2598
    @mikirose2598 Před měsícem +4

    You are a loving couple. That is always the magic.

  • @faycollymore9352
    @faycollymore9352 Před měsícem +2

    Turkish food is the best!!! I love it 😊enjoy xx

  • @lucillekendall6089
    @lucillekendall6089 Před měsícem +1

    Beautiful pictures! Keep smiling!! ❤

  • @joysam4523
    @joysam4523 Před měsícem +3

    Am not happy about you guys situation but am really glad you guys got to experience Turkiye,,this country is on my bucket list, I even made baklava at home in Trinidad just to have an idea of how it taste.

  • @user-cf8sn3nv5b
    @user-cf8sn3nv5b Před měsícem +3

    Instanbul is beautiful

  • @reneewalwyn377
    @reneewalwyn377 Před měsícem +1

    Beautiful scenery and sites. The food looks delicious.

  • @juanitadarlington9384
    @juanitadarlington9384 Před měsícem +1

    Watching you guys try the different baklava.

  • @evalynhall8787
    @evalynhall8787 Před měsícem

    Love the food videos

  • @velmagayle7602
    @velmagayle7602 Před měsícem +2

    BLESSINGS SIMAS N AVRI IM HAPPY U R DOING GOOD KEEP PUSHING THANKS FOR THE VLOGS GODDDDDDD CONTINUOUS BLESSINGS 💖💙🙏🏾

  • @mariered6998
    @mariered6998 Před měsícem

    Thank you ❤

  • @elainerucker5492
    @elainerucker5492 Před měsícem

    Enjoyed the vlog❤

  • @Simsims2329
    @Simsims2329 Před měsícem

    Thank you both for sharing your journey I know all will work out for you both ❤

  • @roslynbarnett5416
    @roslynbarnett5416 Před měsícem

    I loved this travel vlog. I am glad that you had a great time.

  • @georgiaradcliffe9082
    @georgiaradcliffe9082 Před měsícem

    Beautiful video ❤️🇯🇲❤️

  • @lusimyer
    @lusimyer Před měsícem +1

    Turkey..you can't go wrong.. even of food alone! Yummmmmyyyy

  • @lisiajames4879
    @lisiajames4879 Před měsícem

    I just watched the Turkey 🇹🇷 video loved it! Especially the Church.

  • @angierichards1745
    @angierichards1745 Před měsícem

    I wish all the best God bless and keep both of you

  • @ramonawalters5561
    @ramonawalters5561 Před měsícem

    The food and the old church ❤❤ be safe guys

  • @donnafreso245
    @donnafreso245 Před měsícem +1

    Avri and Simas. I have been a loyal subscriber and watched you guys from the start..never commented. Please do not get discouraged and keep at it and follow your Own path. You are doing great in my book and dont have to explain anything to anyone. Thanks for you great content enjoy your life and journeys

  • @onelife9501
    @onelife9501 Před měsícem

    The food!!!!

  • @mureenporter9981
    @mureenporter9981 Před měsícem +1

    The food look so goid and the place is beautiful.

  • @patricanelson3041
    @patricanelson3041 Před měsícem +1

    My favorite was Turkish delights

  • @niclaudiagordon2110
    @niclaudiagordon2110 Před měsícem

    Blessings fam.... God got y’all always remember that!

  • @user-kk8ke4wz5d
    @user-kk8ke4wz5d Před měsícem

    Love u guys enjoy yourself ,thanks for the experence,be safe, from jamaica❤❤❤

  • @jacquelinemadoo2616
    @jacquelinemadoo2616 Před měsícem

    Safe journey to your home.🎉❤

  • @TheSandFLife
    @TheSandFLife Před měsícem

    Just love your travel videos 😍🥰

  • @sharonchoo-hum1714
    @sharonchoo-hum1714 Před měsícem

    My best part.......is the bird blessing, girlie you lucky lol!

  • @lindarevis9331
    @lindarevis9331 Před měsícem

    The church was beautiful! The food looks amazing as well.

  • @JANET.19645
    @JANET.19645 Před měsícem

    Feeding the birds! Ahhh😁❤️

  • @heathetmitchell9323
    @heathetmitchell9323 Před měsícem +2

    Thanks for sharing I am a foodie so turkey is definitely my next stop

    • @AvriSimas
      @AvriSimas  Před měsícem

      You will absolutely love it 🥰

  • @anouarzahraoui1149
    @anouarzahraoui1149 Před měsícem

    Have a nice time! Try Marrakesh also one time🇲🇦

  • @elsastuckman6052
    @elsastuckman6052 Před měsícem +1

    Best part the foooood!!❤️❤️❤️😂😂

  • @jorock361
    @jorock361 Před měsícem

    My favorite place. Miss living there

  • @Kasandi254
    @Kasandi254 Před měsícem

    Baby girl keep positivity all the way especially here on social media, your happiness and mental health matters a lot. Wishing you nothing but a good life after everything ❤

  • @lizcoleman5229
    @lizcoleman5229 Před měsícem +1

    Wow!! Awesome destination!! Was there many years ago. Beautiful country. Make sure you buy jewelry 😅

  • @julietlewis9987
    @julietlewis9987 Před měsícem +1

    Those goodies look SO DELICIOUS, but Oh my goodness - the Calories!!!!!

    • @AvriSimas
      @AvriSimas  Před měsícem

      🤣🤣🤣 yes, the calories were definitely high but we don't usually eat like this so we didn't mind endulging, lol

  • @branishalewis1016
    @branishalewis1016 Před měsícem

    I was disappointed, that you both got stressful comments from viewers, just sad, I wish you both nothing but happiness and success❤

  • @ts8024
    @ts8024 Před měsícem

    Beautiful dress!

  • @juanitadarlington9384
    @juanitadarlington9384 Před měsícem

    Please don't stop posting. I love you guys. Ignore the din of others and live your best lives. ❤

  • @Moliugas89
    @Moliugas89 Před měsícem

    That intro... phew man 🤩

  • @julieagoms9981
    @julieagoms9981 Před měsícem

    Hi guys so happy to hear from you in beautiful Turkey, this video is all I needed to put this on my bucket list for traveling 😊 Now my dear Avri PLEASE stop listening to the Haters regardless of what you do they will still be haters, just continue to live your happy life and do you. Many people want to be like you and Simas. Good bless you and be safe. 🙏❤🇬🇾

  • @natashaawesome6739
    @natashaawesome6739 Před měsícem

    Hi what did you fed the birds with

  • @patriciarobinson5172
    @patriciarobinson5172 Před měsícem

    Beautiful place ❤❤ bird feeding 😊

  • @TR-ry3cn
    @TR-ry3cn Před 24 dny

    ❤❤❤

  • @claudiaavila7236
    @claudiaavila7236 Před měsícem

    Seen the city from the sky and the people walking about ❤❤😂😮

  • @pattreac3429
    @pattreac3429 Před měsícem +1

    It's important not to take negativity personally. It will drive you crazy and the people who give the negativity will still remain ok....block it out the best you can. You're young and have your lives to live. Don't be the victims of mental health statistics. Be blessed 🙏🙏❣️

  • @mb5010
    @mb5010 Před měsícem

    This is funny with this guy and the icecream😂😂😂

  • @tav-aadolphus5132
    @tav-aadolphus5132 Před měsícem

    I want to Thank you both for taking me along to all these beautiful countries, I’ve learned a lot about the different cultures, and the scenery’s of each place visited are breath takeingly beautiful!!! Keep the Video’s coming and ignore the “Haters” Live Your Life!!! ❤❤❤❤❤❤