I had a wonderful time staying four days with Cerith in Istanbul. The apartment is centrally located just 10mins walk to Taksim square. It is a simple, small place, but Cerith has made it homely. Although I got woken early by the call-to-pray (rather loud in this neighborhood) it added to the charm of the place.

Cerith was an excellent host. On my first night we ventured out on the ferry to the Asian side of Istanbul for food and drinks with his flatmate and her sister. The next day Cerith dropped me off to the correct public transport so I could see the sights I wanted. The following two days he guided me around the city showing me funky cafes, architecture, sights, markets, art and I wanted to sample local cuisine, or ask a question of a shop assitant he was able to do so in Turkish and translate for me. Cerith is an intelligent and articulate guy who is passionate about Istanbul, its culture and history. I learnt a lot from him. I would not have been able to see half of the things I got to see had I not had Cerith and his local knowledge to guide me. Thanks again. I will certainly be back to this beautiful and cultured city.