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Turkey

For a couple from L.A., the perfect honeymoon involves ancient ruins and whirling dervishes--relaxation, too
September 2005 issue |

Before flying home, Kristi and Dave will get one more only-in-Turkey experience: catching the whirling dervishes perform in the town of Avanos. After their whirlwind tour, Dave and Kristi are sure to know how the dervishes feel.

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Dave Barnes and Kristi March, ready for a hike to the fire-breathing Chimera (Amanda Friedman) [enlarge photo]

  • Bougainville Travel 011-90/242-836-3737, bougainville-turkey.com

  • Argeus Tourism and Travel 011-90/384-341-4688, argeus.com.tr, car rental from $53 per day

    • Transportation

  • Turkish Airlines 800/874-8875, thy.com

    • Lodging

  • Hotel Nena Binbirdirek Mah. Klodfarer Cad. 8/10, Istanbul, 011-90/212-516-5264, istanbulhotelnena.com, double with breakfast $97

  • Pamuksu Boutique Hotel Pamukkale, 011-90/258-272-2818, pamuksuhotel.com, double with breakfast from $60

  • Ece Saray Fethiye, 011-90/252-612-5005, ecesaray.net, double with breakfast $191

  • Patara Prince Hotel and Resort Kalkan, 011-90/242-844-3920, pataraprince.com, double with breakfast $54

  • Olympos Lodge Çirali, 011-90/242-825-7171, olymposlodge.com.tr, double with breakfast $213

    • Note: This story was accurate when it was published. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.

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