I’ll be going to the World Youth Congress this summer in Istanbul, Turkey. I’ve heard awesome things about it and I’m really excited to attend! I hope I can get in touch with Malaysia Airlines for the sponsorship; the Malaysians need sponsors! Come to think of it, just how many Malaysians are going? I’ve counted 3. Someone pop up, pleasee!
Anyways, I ran to Popular yesterday to get some books; the indispensable Lonely Planet guidebook and “Snow” by Orhan Pamuk. Just so you know, Lonely Planet books are a great quick reference for trivia and info about destinations, but don’t always refer to it! I find that researching and asking the locals always reveals the best places to eat and to be at. 
Its also great to dwell into the psyche of the people of your destination. From what I hear about Snow, Orhan Pamuk juxtapositions Turkey’s orthodox essence with modernity with lucidity and colour. Really excited to start reading!
i want to try shish kebabs.
haha. link me!
yeah! and the baklavas and the fish sandwiches and the other stuff Istanbullus eat. woah, mass finished late eh? linked you!