The People Behind DoInIstanbul
PublishedGood city advice is more useful when you know who is behind it. Meet the people whose profiles and contributions appear on DoInIstanbul, then read how we put our guides together. Writing, editing and contributing local knowledge are different roles; the credit on each guide tells you how someone was involved.
Ekrem Gül
Founder & Editor, DoInIstanbul
Ekrem was born and raised in Istanbul. He created DoInIstanbul to bring the visitor's city and the everyday city a little closer together: its well-known landmarks alongside neighbourhood walks, food, waterfronts and the habits that give a day its shape.
His profile explains the thinking behind the guide in his own words. For a practical example, read his Istanbul walking routes, which help you choose a walk by the kind of day you want.
Ahmet Ünal Gül
Culture contributor
Ahmet contributed to the culture sections of our meyhane, Turkish delight and baklava guides. His profile brings those contributions together so you can follow the topics that interest you.
Start with the meyhane guide for a meal built around mezes and conversation, or explore our Turkish delight and baklava guides when choosing something sweet. A contribution to a guide does not mean that person wrote every part of it.
How to read our bylines
A named author credit identifies the writer. An editorial-team credit identifies work published by DoInIstanbul as a team; an editor or contributor credit describes a different part in making that guide. Follow the profile and policy links on the page when you want that context.
DoInIstanbul is an independent discovery and editorial guide. A guide can help you decide what suits your visit without being the operator or seller of the experience. Where we have a commercial relationship, we disclose it; that relationship does not buy an editorial ranking.
How our guides are researched and checked
Read our editorial policy for how we compare options and explain relationships. About DoInIstanbul introduces the wider purpose of the guide.
If you are here to plan a visit, start with things to do in Istanbul. Choose the kind of day you want, then follow the relevant guide for the details.
Send a correction or editorial question
Spotted something that needs a closer look? Email the DoInIstanbul team with the guide's address and the detail you would like us to check. Include a date when the issue concerns something that can change, such as a timetable or opening arrangement.
Questions about our contributors
Who founded DoInIstanbul?
Ekrem Gül is the founder and editor of DoInIstanbul. His profile explains why he created the guide and the local perspective behind it.
What did Ahmet Ünal Gül contribute?
Ahmet contributed to the culture sections of our meyhane, Turkish delight and baklava guides. His profile links to those contributions.
How can I suggest a correction?
Email info@doinistanbul.com with the guide's address and the detail you would like the team to check.