We arrived at the airport and Barbaros requested to talk to our taxi driver to make sure we were not being ripped off, thats an amazing extra mile. arriving at the art gallery Barbaros and Ali were very warm at our reception, explaining everything and given us amazing tips on how to go around Istanbul. We dealt most of the time with Ali, whom is an outstanding host and an extremely good company. The apartment is in a great location, walking distance from all the touristic spots in the old town, nothing is more than 20 min walking from the house. The place is a bit dated, but extremely clean and the beds are very comfy.
We stayed for 3 nights, and would stay longer if our plans weren't already set. the restaurant owned by Barbaros is a must go, live music, the musicians are great fun too, relaxed atmosphere and very good prices, if you ever stay at Barbaros, make sure you go to the restaurant when theres live music, you won't regret.
On our last night we talk to Ali for a long time, and my wife and I agreed that was the highlight of our trip to Istanbul.
All in all it was a memorable experience and when we go to Istanbul again there will be the place we stay.
Thank you ever so much!!!!