About Matt Long
Who am I? I am a typical Gen-Xer and recovering cubicle-dweller who has a passion for all things travel. My site brings a unique perspective that is hard to find online. I am not a backpacker, nor am I...
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Interactive Travel Guide – What to do in Istanbul
Posted on April 13, 2011 | 3 CommentsA regular feature on LandLopers is the Interactive Travel Guide. The idea is to highlight one city or country every week and then get the best recommendations from you all. By the end of the week, we hopefully will have created the best tips not... -
Footsteps of Sultans – Topkapi Palace, Istanbul
Posted on March 29, 2011 | 7 CommentsOur time in the iconic city of Istanbul was limited to two days. We were on a cruise of the Mediterranean and the adventure was like speed dating with the great capitals of classicism. At the end of the first day, just before its gates... -
The Temple of Artemis and the Seven Ancient Wonders of the World
Posted on February 21, 2011 | 5 CommentsThere has been a lot of discussion lately about the supposed Wonders of the World. A few years ago, after a worldwide voting process, the Seven NEW Wonders of the World were chosen. This in turn created a lot of renewed interest, spawned a TV... -
Tour Guides and the Independent Traveler
Posted on February 15, 2011 | 14 CommentsI am a very independent traveler, from booking through every aspect of the actual trip itself. I love taking care of the little details, carefully researching each destination and creating sample itineraries to maximize our time. I never considered hiring a tour guide to help... -
Istanbul’s Blue Mosque and Creating Unique Travel Moments
Posted on January 20, 2011 | 11 CommentsWe were in Istanbul for a brief two-day visit, one of many stops on a cruise of the Mediterranean. We frankly didn’t have high expectations for the city before arriving in the Bosporus, but we quickly learned that Istanbul is one of the most amazing... -
House of the Virgin Mary – Ephesus, Turkey
Posted on August 29, 2010 | 9 CommentsI’m not a religious person in the traditional sense, although I would certainly say I have my spiritual moments. But for some reason when I travel I always find myself drawn to areas of religious importance. A visit to the Virgin Mary’s house, or Mother... -
Four Cheap Street Food Desserts
Posted on July 28, 2010 | 14 CommentsOne of my favorite travel experiences is to sample an area’s best street food. Some countries are more adept at this culinary treat than others; Southeast Asia for example has elevated street food to a science. I love street food because it provides an honest,... -
Ancient Temple of Artemis
Posted on July 18, 2010 | 2 CommentsFor as long as I can remember, I have always been fascinated with antiquity. Take me to an ancient site or ruin and I am a very happy camper. That is why I knew that when presented with an opportunity to visit one of the... -
Basilica of St. John, Selçuk Turkey
Posted on July 4, 2010 | 4 CommentsEphesus and Selçuk Turkey are well known for their importance throughout the history of Western civilization, from the days of the ancient Greeks through the 14th century Turkish invasion. A trip to modern day Kusadasi and Selçuk involve a variety of ancient sites including the... -
Inspiring Design
Posted on June 20, 2010 | 7 CommentsWhenever I travel, I always pay particular attention to architectural and design detail. I have no background in either graphic arts or architecture and I usually don’t know what I’m looking at, but for some reason I am drawn by them. Whether it be using... -
Five Unforgettable Travel Experiences
Posted on April 1, 2010 | 11 CommentsThere are thousands of unique sites and scenes around the world, each wonderful in their own way. However, I am constantly amazed at how many people travel without truly experiencing them. It is important to think outside the box when traveling; to find ways to... -
Travel Photo – Ancient Wonder, Temple of Artemis
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Travel Photo – The Ancient Library of Celsus in Ephesus, Turkey
Posted on March 23, 2010 | 2 CommentsLibrary of Celsus Located near the modern cities of Kusadasi and Selçuk, Turkey lies the ancient ruins of the Greek/Roman city of Ephesus. At the height of its power, Ephesus was home to more than 250,000 people and was one of the most important...
