Ahoy Crew!

What happens when a sleepy koala sails into a city that sits between two continents? A dazzling day of domes, markets, boats—and a feast of Turkish breakfast and sweet treats!

In this magical new adventure, Captain PillowBelly arrives in Istanbul, where East meets West and every street smells like history (and fresh bread!). With his new friend Leila, our favorite koala explorer dives into one of the most vibrant cities on Earth.

🕌 Here’s what young readers will discover:

🍽️ A Breakfast Like No Other
From sesame-covered simit to flaky cheese börek and tiny glass cups of tea, Turkish breakfast is a treasure map of flavors!

🏛️ The Hagia Sophia
More than 1,500 years old and layered with stories, mosaics, and history, this towering wonder leaves even Captain PillowBelly speechless (almost).

🎨 The Grand Bazaar
Lanterns that glow like stars, candy that sticks to your whiskers, and colorful corners around every turn—shopping here is an adventure of its own.

🌊 A Cruise Along the Bosphorus
Between Europe and Asia flows a mighty strait, full of palaces, mosques, and magic. Captain PillowBelly soaks it all in with a heart full of wonder (and a belly full of delight).

🌙 A Nap by the Water
What better way to end the day than with the sound of the Bosphorus and dreams of glowing lanterns and ancient palaces?

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💛 Why We Love Turkey
Turkey is where history whispers and spices dance. Families will fall in love with:

• The breathtaking blend of East and West in every building and bazaar
• Friendly locals who greet with a smile and always have tea ready
• Hands-on experiences like calligraphy, rug weaving, and street food tasting
• Glorious sunsets over the Bosphorus that make everyone feel poetic
• The joy of learning a new word like Merhaba! and tasting something completely new

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📍 What’s So Special About Turkey?

🏙️ Istanbul spans TWO continents!
You can eat lunch in Europe and sip tea in Asia—with just one ferry ride.

🕌 The Hagia Sophia has been a church, a mosque, and a museum
Few buildings on Earth have such a layered story, told in stone, light, and gold.

🎭 The Grand Bazaar has over 4,000 shops
It’s one of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world. You could explore all day and still find something new around the corner!

🌉 The Bosphorus connects two seas and two worlds
It’s not just a river—it’s a moving thread through thousands of years of trade, travel, and tales.

🍬 Turkish delight is a real treat!
This chewy, powdered-sugar-covered sweet comes in rose, pistachio, lemon, and more—and it’s very hard to stop at just one piece.

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📚 Captain PillowBelly Travels to Turkey is now part of the growing Captain PillowBelly adventure series—bringing the world to life for kids aged 4–10 in every bedtime story.

Join us for a week full of amazing adventures and discoveries in Turkey!

See you tomorrow!

– Captain PillowBelly