Last impressions of Turkey

Here are my last thoughts on Turkey before jetting off to Israel:

Istanbul:
- Great metropolitan city that is super convenient (subway, tram, cabs, buses)
- Very vibrant nightlife
- We hardly saw any homeless people
- Most people were able to understand some English
- Always ask the cab driver to turn on meter
- Never listen to people at the major touristy sites who claim the holy places are closed
- Don't ask street vendors for directions.  They will direct you the wrong way if you don't buy from them
- TRY THE STREET FOOD
- Although I very much enjoyed Istanbul, I didn't find it that unique from any other cities.  I thought 2 days there was plenty of time, unless if you really want to take the time to explore the nightlife.

Cappadocia:
- Completely different from any place I've ever been to
- Low season really means LOW SEASON.  It was quite empty all around
- Fewer people spoke English
- Hard to find transportation during the low season.  I'd recommend hiring a driver or renting a car
- A perfect adventure vacation spot.  I'd definitely go back again and do more hiking around