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Hakan Denizer President i n S t y l e Along the hills of the Bosphorus and the Golden Horn amazing city of Istanbul with it’s rich culture and fun lies.

Apart from traditionally known culture for which she is chosen as 2010 European Capital of Culture, over the years she turned into a seriously important checkpoint of gastronomy, music, contemporary arts, fashion and entertainment.

Like everything with high quality, Istanbul deserves a special care, expertise, and a delicate effort to enjoy. Pera Palace Hotel Arrival Day A special welcome to Istanbul We will be waiting for you by the luggage belt with the porters and our guides will be ready at arrival terminal beyond the customs line, with a signboard for a smooth and easy access to our coaches.

Istanbul airport offers optional VIP welcome; - Meeting at the gate of aircraft by hostesses Boat transfer - Assistance in obtaining the entry visa in advance After a long and exhausting flight, - Assistance for completing the customs and immigration procedures instead of unbearable journey to - Collection of the luggage by porters and delivery to the transfer vehicle to meet with the guide your hotel throughout car traffic we - Assistance for duty free shopping are able to offer you a pleasant one thank’s to Istanbul’s geographical While being transfered to your hotel on comfortable A/C coaches and relaxing with cold/hot towel service, you may also enjoy setting. During this delighted ‘on some local tastes: board‘ journey you will be enjoing - Turkish Delight the beautiful views of the sea of - A shot of Turkish raki with roasted chickpeas Marmara and Bosphorus while you - Wine & local cheese are sipping your cocktails. Transfer time to your hotel is approximately 40 minutes from airport

Upon arrival to your hotel, a smooth private check in and some time at leisure. Bosphorus

Say Istanbul and a seagull comes to mind Half silver and half foam, half fish and half bird. Say Istanbul and a fable comes to mind The old wives’ tale that we have all heard. Bedri Rahmi Eyüboglu First Evening Bosphorus Dinner Cruise Bosphorus; the most attractive residential district of Istanbul with its beautiful nature, centuries old monumental houses, impressive palaces of the Ottoman royalty, ancient castles and ‘a look’ into the Turkish jet set life style. While you pleasantly navigate in between two continents and enjoy your cocktail on board all these sceneries will be passing before your eyes. Conspicuous mosques and palaces start to turn into the silhouette first and get illuminated while you accompany them by having a sip from your cocktail and listening to the trio. This cruise would not be complete without sampling the specialities of Turkish cuisine.

While you enjoy looking at two continents between the blinks of an eye, a dj or a live band and even a belly dancer would start to perform as a surprise. Surprise Belly Dancer Always an amusing surprise on board; all of a sudden noticing the belly dancer appears among the dimmed lights mystically. Domes & Minarets of Old City Always possible to have a creative Second Day team contest to go along with the Morning Program excursion. Discovering the highlights of Istanbul A themed excursion in Old city to experience Byzantine and Ottoman history, culture and lifestyle.

This very ancient part of the continental Europe is ornated with some of the most amazing monuments of the Byzantine and the Ottoman Empires that were ruled from this city for over 1500 years combined. Every step you take in Istanbul will bring the traces of this opulent past in front of you. For a genuine Istanbul experience there are some “must see”s for every visitor. Paying a visit to Hagia Sophia and admiring her grandeur, walking in the vast courtyards of the Topkapi Palace and seeing the riches of its glorious past, inhaling the spiritual atmosphere of the Blue Mosque and walking into Istanbul Puzzle Rally the subterranean Istanbul to see the thrilling Basilica Cistern are certainly the most prior things to experience. A contest game that takes you all around the city in couple of hours, Or ... trying to solve the pieces of a puzzle, gain points, and find the way back home. The best way of getting to Hidden Sights of Istanbul know the city while doing a team Some of Istanbul’s great charm lies in her ability to keep on surprising. Istanbul always offers more to see than first meets work. the eye. Taking a walk through the back alleys will reveal many gems of her. Such as the small Rüstem Mosque, ornated with the most beautiful and the greatest number of ‘Iznik tiles’ hidden in the chaotic back alleys of the Spice Within certain rules, there are no rules Bazaar, the church of Chora which houses the best preserved Byzantine mosaics or mind blowing reliefs of ‘The Alexander’s in the game. Participants do figure out certain loopholes in the beginning Sarcophagus’ in a seldomly visited corner of the Archaeological museum. during the briefing. Yet the game is full of surprises. Participants compete Lunch will be served at Sarnic Restaurant: old, renovated Byzantine cistern. An exciting venue for Byzantine themed events. with one another and at the same time with the planner of the game in terms of coming up with brilliant ideas that the game planner did not think of a move against. At the end of the day they see and know more about the highlights of the city in a fun way than taking a city tour. Princes’ Islands

For hundreds of years, up until the 19th century, the island was populated by monks and nuns—their monasteries and convents dotted the hills—by farmers who grew vegetables and grapes and by fishermen who reaped rich harvests from the waters. Afternoon Program Activities & Games An interactive afternoon could be designed on the interest of the guests Cooking Class: After a pleasant hour of shopping the ingredients, the cooking class takes place in a professional kitchen. While the chef is explaining what he is preparing at his professional desk, guests have their own equipped desks and cook the same on their own.

Golfing: An hour drive to Klassis Golf Course. The 18 hole Championship Golf Course, designed by Tony JACKLIN, is 73 par, 6033 m in length and has 4 par 3, 5 par 5 Sports and Fun... and 9 par 4 courses. Due to its structure by being located on a rough landscape, it is considered to be a very challenging Sailing Experience on golf course and preferred by many golfers. the Sea of Marmara Heybeliada Island is an easy six- Fishing Contest: During the event, besides participating in fishing activity with the help of boat crew and feeling the mile sail from the marina in Kalamis enthusiasm of local fisherman, guests will have a chance to explore both the European and Asian shores of the Bosphorus, (Asian side of Istanbul). It is a passing along beautiful 19th and 20th Century wooden houses and mansions overhanging the banks of the strait, palaces, beautiful voyage and takes about fortresss, small fishing villages groves of cypress, pine and magnolia trees. two hours to arrive. Once docked, plan on having two hours on Heybeli Surfing on the Beyoglu Bars: Find the right ones among 200 bars in the area to win the competition and get your free Island. This will give you a plenty beer and certificate. You need a good team work and an experience on map reading. of time for brunch, relax and to participate in on-shore games or a short hike. Princes’ Islands Adventure: Our game is designed to feel the peaceful atmosphere and discover the historical background of the Princes' Islands by several activities... Bicycles and Phaetons (horse carriages) are the only vehicles during your discovery. Al Jamal Second Evening: Dine Around Mikla: Mikla opened in October 2005. The initial idea was to create a refined but contemporary “Istanbullu” Restaurant. Both the menu and the general feel of the restaurant reflect the Turkish-Scandinavian background of Mehmet Gürs, the Chef-Owner who pioneered the contemporary restaurant scene in Istanbul when he moved here in 1996. With its outstanding food, breathtaking view, proper service and inspiring music, Mikla was instantly voted one of the best restaurant in Istanbul and continues to enjoy raving local and international reviews. Vogue Restaurant: Vogue is a favourite restaurant & bar in Istanbul since the day it was opened in June 1997. Vogue Restaurant & Bar is also most convenient meeting point in Istanbul with its wide selection of delicious menu, immaculate service, and central location. It is a great pleasure to eat in the distinguished environment of Vogue which is surrounded with the Bosphorus view. Meze by Lemon Tree The sushi bar within its wide selection of alternative tastes is the most preferred in Istanbul. It seems that everyone recommends Ulus 29: The semi-circular terrace of the eaterie Ulus 29 hovers over fantastic views of the Bosphorus and is a top spot restaurants in Istanbul by using the for summer. The 29 in the name refers to the 29 traditional Ottoman and Mediterranean dishes on the menu. same cliche phrase “You must go to (insert restaurants name here ) Feriye: Moving in the 19th Century from Topkapi Palace to their new magnificent palaces in the Bosphorus, the Ottoman it’s just like you are in New York Sultans literally started the history of Feriye, built then as a precinct. As the terminus of the new palatial area extending from Besiktas, to Ortaköy with Dolmabahçe and Çiragan Palaces, Feriye is actually an embodiment of the interesting /London / Paris!’’ If you want to architectural features peculiar to its age. Further to the restoration carried out in 1995 by Kabatas High School Foundation, skip the cliches and instead Feriye Complex has become an exceptional spot to make you meet the past on the Bosphorus. experience an authentic Istanbul Nomads: Nomads Istanbul, like the original Amsterdam location, presents a world of fairy tales behind its doors. Nomads meyhane then head to Meze by is a European concept based on Eastern culture, bringing European style and flair to the interior and the cuisine. Result: Lemon Tre e. For meyhan e An excellent place where you can be as comfortable as you are in your own home yet still evoking the feeling of being aficionados as well as novices there in a far away distant land. isn’t a better place to sip raki and please your plate with sophisticated Al Jamal: Al Jamal has become a favorite among Istanbul’s jet set with its delicious food, incredible interior design and tastes on traditional mezes. The colorful shows. Experience fabulous belly dancing performance with superb Middle Eastern style food and outstanding chefs Gencay and Gulabi have service. Feel like a Sultan in the harem like interior design and fascinating mixture of “Western” and “oriental” music. obviously spent years perfecting Warm appetizers, including falafel, lahmacun (Turkish pizza with minced meat), and çig börek are served as a live singer their imaginative and mouth makes it through the tables, followed by a live Beautiful, breathtaking belly dance performance. watering versions of each dish, and will make sure you aren’t just well- fed, but also well-educated about each and every item on the menu. Situated directly across the historic Pera Palace Hotel, the creative cuisine, cozy atmosphere, and multilingual staff will make you feel simply a ‘MEZE’ing. (www.mezze.com.tr)

Reviewed by Judy Ataman Published in The Guide Istanbul Ayasofya Hürrem Sultan Hamami hhhThird Day In the morning... Shopping experience from Grand Bazaar to Harvey Nichols Visit of Istanbul’s Grand Bazaar; most attractive and crowded shopping center in the world, with it’s nearly 4.000 shops and stalls, selling mostly jewelry, artifacts, carpets and leather goods.

Kanyon Shopping Mall is one of the newest shopping mall of Istanbul, located in Levent. The open-air shopping area consists of three levels of tiered and curved balconies, which, when it's cold or raining, will be heated and climate Bargain Game in Grand Bazaar controlled to 15-30 degrees year-round. For luxury-brand enthusiasts, the highlights of visiting Kanyon will be the shops Bargaining or haggling is a tradition themselves. Forty-two new brands introduced in , including Hermes, Chanel, Thomas Pink (shirts), Chopard (jewelry in Turkey. “Pazarlik” (bargaining) is and watches), Vans (shoes), Hagen Dazs ice cream and many more, with all of it "anchored" by every fashionista's favorite a social as well as a business practice London department store, Harvey Nichols. in Turkey and can be relatively pleasant when done properly. A list of shopping items and limited In the afternoon... money is what each group has in Turkish Bath Experience hand. In labirent like Grand Covered The Turkish Baths, being one of the most colourful parts of the ’s social life, with their big, high domes, Bazaar with so many experienced heated marble platforms, are centres not only for cleaning but also for entertainment. salesman, lets see how successful the groups are. Traditional old Turkish bath experience gives a chance to relax on the hot marble, get washed and massaged by trained masseurs. Adile Sultan Palace hhhThird Evening Gala Dinner at Adile Sultan Palace Adile Sultan (1825-1898), the daughter of Sultan Mahmut II. and the sister of Sultan Abdülmecit, is with it’s interesting woman in the history of the Ottoman Empire. Adile Sultan Palace, one of the most beautiful architectural works in the Bosphorus from the Ottoman era, was opened on June 28, 2006. Situated on the Asian side of the Bosphorus in Kandilli, Adile Sultan Palace, which was built upon the order of Sultan Abdülmecit in the name of his sister in 1876, has been restored after the great fire it suffered in 1986…

Or... Sultans Party Ottoman style decoration and food Gala Dinner at Esma Sultan Mansion from the ancient street seller’s, musicians and the belly dancers. Istanbul’s rich cultural heritage has left a legacy of outstanding historical sites that provide an exciting backdrop for meetings, Perfect atmosphere and settings of special events and theme parties. One of these sites is a mansion located on The Bosphorus, the strait that separates Europe 200 years past. and Asia. This mansion reflecting the Golden Age of Istanbul is named after its original owner Esma Sultan, the daughter of Sultan Abdülaziz I.

Esma Sultan became a prominent and admired woman known for her lively and colorful character. In addition to her palatial residence in Istanbul, she also had several seaside mansions. One of these mansions in particular, after withstanding neglect and suffering a fire and an earthquake, ended up first as a tobacco warehouse and then as a coal depot. The ruins were taken over by The Marmara Hotels group in the 1990’s, and finally, in 2001, the mansion was given a new cultural identity. i n S t y l e Cappadocia

Cappadocia is one of striking and unique region located in central Turkey where nature and history indissociably come together and present one of the most beautiful sceneries of the world. While the geographic events were generating the fairy chimneys and many other interesting features of earth, human kind embodied an exceptional culture of living in a picturesque rock-cut world in Cappadocia.

Today, Cappadocia is one of the most attractive historical and natural sites of Turkey, offering a great range of possibilities for meetings and incentives with its exclusive cave hotels which are unique to this region. Tokali Church hhhArrival Day Depending on arrival time, on our way to our hotel;

Alternative I We drive to a renowned traditional restaurant to enjoy one of the most irressistable delicacies of the region called ‘Manti’. A home made bow-tie pasta stuffed with minced meat and topped with garlic yoghurt and seasoned with spices and butter. Food in Turkey Alternative II Turks are passionate about food- We will drive to a local village for an authentic lunch in a special cottage. This will be the best way to experience the they write love songs to yoghurt, local village life and exploring the local tastes prepared by the villagers. ballads about fish sandwiches and poems that imagine battles between pastry and pilav. Turks have fun After lunch check-in to your hotel. with food too. Their ice cream is so supple it can be used as a skipping rope, a to -die- for eggplant dish is In the afternoon... called ‘the priest fainted’ and plump meatballs are dubbed ‘woman’s An orientation tour of the area and a visit to the Uchisar Rock-castle which provides a magnificent panorama of the thights’. surrounding area. This huge pinnacle had stayed in use of Cappadocians for over a millenium for defence, military and residencial purposes. Therefore it is not only the best panoramic spot but also an archeological gem. From Lonely Planet ‘World Food Turkey’ Jim & Perihan Masters Welcome cocktail and dinner at the hotel. Ballooning hhhSecond Day Balloon Tour Very early morning (before sunrise) departure from the hotel to drive to the take-off site. A balloon ride is the most impressive way of watching the unique beauty of the region. By slowly sailing in the sky for an hour you will be able to see the most distant and striking spots of Cappadocia which cannot be reached on foot. This journey will also provide great opportunities for our photography-enthusiast guests.

Return to the hotel to refresh and breakfast. Wonderland Half Day Sightseeing Unique formation of the Cappadocia Goreme Open Air Museum: Cappadocia, with a history starting as early as the 4th century, became the motherland of the region is like a natural playground. Adding some creativity to natural idea of Christian monasticism led by St. Basil who was a native of the region. This monastic complex is an iconic product of offers of the area will make that tradition and consists of more than ten rock-carved churches decorated with amazing frescoes dating back to the 9th Cappadocia number one incentive to 12th centuries. destination.

Goreme museum is one of the greatest attractions and ‘must see’s of Cappadocia.

Zelve: A walk through the Zelve valley is a journey into the past, with its troglodyte houses. Zelve is one of the earliest inhabited and latest abandoned monastic settlements in Cappadocia.

Underground Cities: In Cappadocia region there are more than 150 underground cities where early Christians hide. Because of easiness to carve and no humidity people could live for couple of months in these 6-7 level places. Most famous of the underground cities are; Kaymakli, Derinkuyu, Mazi, Ozkonak, Guzelyurt etc. Pottery Atelier Interactive Afternoon hhh Pottery making We will be visiting a local atelier where the traditional earthenware pottery of the region is made on potter’s wheel. Pottery ateliers are mostly in caves, learning pottery making and tasting the local wine is great fun.

Rug weaving Rug weaving is one of the main income in the area. This will be a truly exciting experience through a weavers village where our guests will be able to see how the famous ‘Bunyan’ and ‘Silk Kayseri’ rugs are woven and learn about this ancient art of Turks. We will be observing the whole process of making carpets from spinning and dying the wool to weaving them.

Doll Making Cappadocian Dolls are unique to the region, an old tradition sembolyzing the fertility. You can learn how to make them from village woman.

Folk Dance Classes Cooking class & dinner at Lila Attend one of the folk dance classes. Turkey has been the birthplace and bridge for many civilizations and has thus Restaurant at Museum Hotel inherited a very rich tradition of folklore. Each region has its own dance and costumes. As in every branch of folklore, The cuisine of Turkey is as rich and the mimic and motions in the dances portray the soul and character of the Turkish people. The feelings are reflected in varied as the history and culture of their handicrafts, the beautiful head scarves, handbags, crochet work, hand woven carpets and kilims where each pattern this fascinating country. Today we has a special meaning. will be cooking some traditional Turkish dishes with professional assistance. Cappadocia Horses

It makes sense in a region that owes its namesake to the hoofed creatures -- “Cappadocia,” derived from the ancient Hittite word “Katpatuka,” is commonly believed to mean “Land of the Beautiful Horses” and despite little firm evidence, it’s a fitting tribute. hhhThird Day After breakfast different activities for the group. Option 1 -Treasure Hunt in KizilCukur (Team Building activity for groups over 30) Most exciting and active way to explore the area. You will be given clues, presented with challenges both mental and physical and led to many interesting places that you would probably not think of going under normal conditions. A team of experts and a group of actors who will, taunt, tease, “Torture” or help you out of difficult situations according to the scenario. With different riddles and clues the whole experience will be a thrilling discovery for you rather than a walk through. The games can be designed in a way to emphasize team work or in a competitive manner depending on request. You can choose to play one of the pre-written scenarios or ask for a brand new game that will be prepared according to your company's theme, philosophy and style.

Option 2 - Horse Back Riding Exploring the area on horse back will give a different perspective to our guests. Our tours are enriched and colored by some striking surprises. We start the tour from a range in Avanos and follow Koybagi, Ziyaret Mountain, Kalker lake and return to the range in Avanos. Activity maximum: 10 person

Option 3 - Trekking Tour (Ibrahimpasa to Ortahisar) This hike starts from the historical bridge of Babayan village and ends at the Ortahisar village. This route is through a narrow rocky valley with fruit and vegetable plantations. There are also many pigeon lofts to be discovered on the way. Pigeons always had a great place in the local culture since they are the indispensable producers of the fertilizer needed for the tuff formation of the region. There is an opportunity to climb up to Ortahisar castle at the end. Distance: 5 km Level: Easy

Option 4 - Cross Golf It’s really a revolutionary new take on golf… Cross Golf is a game where you shoot for a goal instead of a hole, with a conventional coloured golf ball. Cross Golf is a different matter entirely from the regular game. The atmosphere is much more light-hearted, there is no “dress code” and the aim is to hit your ball into a net. You use the same set of clubs as in golf, minus the putters. Activity maximum: 20 person

Option 5 - Mountain Bike Tour Discovering the beauties of the region on a mountain bike. Ride your bike through a 22km route covering Mustafapasa, Pancarlik valley, Ortahisar, Goreme valley, Cavusin, Avanos. Duration: 3 hours Level: Easy Activity maximum: 20 person Elai Restaurant Gala Dinner Alternatives hhh Elai Restaurant Originally it was a "Guve Hamami", a place where a prospective groom and the male members of his wedding party would meet to prepare for his wedding. The clothes that the bride's family had bought for the groom would be sent to the Guve Hamami and the groom would bath, shave, dress and get ready for the big event.

This historic building now houses Elai restaurant. With one area built into the local, soft sandstone creating a cave like corner, a main area which boasts a four meter high ceiling and a balcony, Elai Restaurant can seat up to seventy-five persons. Restaurant also has an open air roof terrace with extensive views of the Cappadocia area. Hidden Valley Gala dinners are the most private activities organized in neighborhoods in Cappadocia. We combine quality and experience with our concern in fine details. Special menu is prepared by the award winning chef of one of the best hotels of the region and served by the professional team in Cappadocia. It’s quite possible to make an unforgettable evening with the live music, cocktails and more... Whirling Dervish Performance Sema ceremony is part of the inspiration of Mevlana Celaleddin-i Rumi (1207-1273) as well as of Turkish custom, history, beliefs and culture. Cappadocia Cave Hotels Our Services

- Accommodation With long and highly established relationship with major hotels we obtain preferential rates.

- Ground Handling Tours Recreation Event Production Transportation Behind the Scenes Tours Helicopter Tours Supervision and personal service Airport Transfers throughout the event Sightseeing Excursions GPS Challenge Meet & Greet Creative Theme Events: on and off Photo Tours Fitness programs property VIP Arrangements Museum and Gallery Tours Sailing regattas Venue Selection and Procurement Shuttle Services Shopping Excursions Sport-fishing Theme Design Group and Special Event Transfers Wine Country Excursions Jeep Tours Entertainment Site Inspections Pre and Post Conference Tours Road Rallies Lighting and Sound Dine-Arounds Tour and Hospitality Desks Sporting Events Beach Parties Facility Tours Spouse/Guest Events Golf Tournaments Restaurant and Venue Buy-outs Youth Excursions Hands-on Cooking Classes Photography and Video Production AV Services Professional Speakers

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