Kerry - Tour Leader (Turkey) Cat - Tour Leader (Turkey) Jen - Tour Leader (Turkey) Jeremy - Tour Leader (Turkey) Nat - Tour Leader (Turkey) Candace - Tour Leader (Turkey) Hayden - Tour Leader (Turkey) Steve - Tour Leader (Turkey and Greece) Burak - Graphic Designer/ Operations Assistant Vanessa - Fez Bus Manager (da boss lady)
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Kerry Purnell
Name
Kerry Purnell aka Kez
Me - Pamukkale
Paragliding - Oludeniz
Mud baths - Koycegiz
Age
28
Nationality
Australian
Previous job and where?
Just spent the winter in the French Alps working as a chalet host and previous to that was working with Fez!
Why Turkey and Fez Bus ?
After a series of random adventures...Turkey chose me! Working for Fez Bus rocks! I love the flexibilty of the Fez bus and meeting so many great people from around the world.
What surprised me about Turkey?
Turkiye is amazing! The hospitality and friendliness of the people is endless.
The diversity and the beauty of the country. You see flashy cars along side a donkey and cart, even today I saw a girl walking her goat on a leash while chatting on a mobile phone!
What is your favourite Turkish food?
Definitely Gozleme! Cheese and Aubergine in Şirince are awesome - spinach and cheese are good too.
Favourite action activity on the Fez bus?
that's a hard one....Paragliding over Öludeniz is Brilliant!!! Gulets are fantastic, best way to relax and get a great tan. But I also really love Turkish Night - So Much Fun!
Favourite place in Turkey on the Fez bus?
Definately Cappadocia but also really really love Olympos and Fethiye.
Three words to describe yourself.
...hmmm...I guess positive, easygoing and... I don't know... awesome :)
Favourite Turkish saying or word
Mutfak az pis - the kitchen is a little dirty
Funniest story from the training trip.
Steve. Everyday, there was always something funny about Steve (sorry Stevo - but its true)
Why do you think people should choose Fez bus?
Travelling Turkey with Fez is Fun! Theres heaps of adventures on the road, heaps of activities to do. Become friends with people on the bus from all around the world. Its flexible and us leaders are on the bus to help you as much as we can.
International travel agent (don't laugh, that's what was on business cards) for Flight Centre UK
Why Turkey and Fez Bus ?
Needed a change of scene and FEZ bus was one of our suppliers and a friend of mine had worked with them before and had a blast.
What surprised me about Turkey?
I didn't know what to expect as I had never been to Turkey before. The whole place has absolutely floored me with its amazing places and the people are incredible. I love this place!!!
What is your favourite Turkish food?
Chicken Shish!
Favourite action activity on the Fez bus?
first flight of the morning for Paragliding in Öludeniz
Favourite place in Turkey on the Fez bus?
That's a toughie.....tied for Safranbolu and Goreme
Three words to describe yourself.
Funny sarcastic and loyal
Favourite Turkish saying or word
Yavashol....(spelling) roughly translates as Easy Tiger
Funniest story from the training trip.
Can I advise that you have a torch close by when needing to pee in the middle of the night......my colleague
(Jen) fell from her top bunk night one and second night couldn't find the door handle as it was so dark in dorm.......
Why do you think people should choose Fez bus?
Awesome way to get around Turkey, you'll meet some wicked people on the bus and possibly make some life long friends....oh, and get to hang out with me!!!
Publishing and then International woman of mystery
Why Turkey and Fez Bus ?
Turkey is addictive. I came for a holiday last year and had to come back. Too much Turkey is never enough. Fez Bus is my kind of tour. You have the freedom to design your own holiday with the support of the friendly Fez team.
What surprised me about Turkey?
The people. They are so unbelievably kind, accommodating and generous.
What is your favourite Turkish food?
Efes (Beer is a food, right?)
Favourite action activity on the Fez bus?
Quad biking in Goreme and cruising the Med on a gulet
Favourite place in Turkey on the Fez bus?
Kas for its sheer beauty and Mediterranean lifestyle and Goreme for . . . for . . . for Goreme!
Three words to describe yourself.
Sparkly, Courageous, Moth (because I only go home when the lights been turned off)
Favourite Turkish saying or word
Tamam! (means OK but you have to say it like a game show host)
Funniest story from the training trip.
OK, that was me that launched myself off the top bunk (thinking I was on the bottom) fell to my near death and then couldn't get out of the dark dorm to go to the bathroom. Don't worry I managed to clutch victory from the jaws of defeat (thanks JC)!
Why do you think people should choose Fez bus?
You want to see Turkey? You want to be independent? You want help getting there and information on where to eat, drink, play and sleep? Then Fez Bus is for you. Tamam!
Jeremy McPherson
Name
Jeremy McPherson
Restaurant owner, Driver, Deano, Burak and Me - near Bolu
Me - Cappadocia
Age
26
Nationality
Kiwi
Previous job and where?
Branch Manager - Snow and Rock - London
Why Turkey and Fez Bus ?
Plenty of friends rated Turkey as one of the one their favourite countries. I had to come see for myself and what better way than to work here.
What surprised me about Turkey?
The number of cups of tea I get offered.
What is your favourite Turkish food?
The prawns at the fish market in Fethiye.
Favourite action activity on the Fez bus?
Paragliding over Öludeniz, and the road up the mountain!!
Favourite place in Turkey on the Fez bus?
Olympos, Great place to chill out and share stories with other travellers.
Three words to describe yourself.
Pretty easy going.
Favourite Turkish saying or word
Problem yok (No problem).
Funniest story from the training trip.
Rooming with Hayden and sitting next to him on the bus for three days and still calling him Hamish.
Why do you think people should choose Fez bus?
Flexibility to travel at your own pace and meet loads of cool people along the way.
Commercialisation Manager for Lend Lease in Scotland
Why Turkey and Fez Bus ?
Because Turkey is so diverse and Fez Bus is an awesome concept!
What surprised me about Turkey?
The genuine hospitality you receive everywhere you go and the fact that the culture is so secular (its not a strict Muslim country at all!!!)
What is your favourite Turkish food?
The rice! the way they cook their rice is delicious...mmmm oh and the whole grilled fish that you get everywhere!
Favourite action activity on the Fez bus?
Quad biking in Cappadocia - even though I'm terrible at it! ha ha
Favourite place in Turkey on the Fez bus?
Kapatas beach
Three words to describe yourself.
Spiritual, immature and sometimes a little disturbing :)
Favourite Turkish saying or word
TAMAM! (ok)
Funniest story from the training trip.
The axle on our golf cart snapping in half in a little Turkish town called Safranbolu
Why do you think people should choose Fez bus?
You can be as independent (or not) as you like, you meet loads of like minded people and you get to travel around one of the most amazing countries in the world!
Just come to Turkey, hop on the Fez bus and tell me why not?
What surprised me about Turkey?
Turkey’s diversity. The reason I came to Turkey the first time round was mainly to visit Gallipoli but I thought ‘why not check out the rest of the country while I’m here?’. Gallipoli turned out to be a tiny part of such a diverse country rich in history, culture, traditions and food!
What is your favourite Turkish food?
Cheese and spinach gozleme - yum! Oooh, and they do a fantastic toasted cheese sandwich here in Turkey - karsali tost mmmmm
Favourite action activity on the Fez bus?
Its gotta be either sea kayaking in Kas (over the sunken city of Kekova) or ballooning in Cappadocia (if you are going to spend money on anything in Turkey, spend it on this!)
Favourite place in Turkey on the Fez bus?
Kas and Cappadocia!
Three words to describe yourself.
Passionate, Enthusiastic, Inquisitive
Favourite Turkish saying or word
problem yok! (no problems!)
Funniest story from the training trip.
Umm either Steve sea kayaking for 15 mins before realizing he was sitting backwards in his kayak (sorry Steve!) then having to turn around in open water, or using a golf buggy in the tiny market streets of Safranbolu before snapping the axle and having to manually lift the golf buggy off the road - absolute GOLD!
Why do you think people should choose Fez bus?
Its the perfect balance between organized tour and independent travel. You can create your own itinerary but we (your super-knowledgeable tour leaders!) are there to take the stress out of organizing the little things, ensuring your holiday runs as smoothly as possible.
Hayden Lines
Name
Hayden Lines
Me at the Hamam (Turkish Bath)
Jeremy, Katarina, Nat, Me ANZAC Cove - Dawn Service
Me, contemplating my navel with Jen, Steve and Nat Ancient thermal pool - Pamukkale
Age
24
Nationality
New Zealander
Previous job and where?
Recruitment Account Manager; Edinburgh Scotland
Why Turkey and Fez Bus ?
What surprised me about Turkey?
That the food would be so damn good!! I'm packing on the pounds!
What is your favourite Turkish food?
Iskender Kebab
Favourite action activity on the Fez bus?
The hot air balloon over Cappadocia, theres no landscape like it!
Favourite place in Turkey on the Fez bus?
Kapatas beach near Kas is one of the best beaches I've ever seen and Cappadocia is a great place to spend a few days.
Three words to describe yourself.
Good Clean Fun!
Favourite Turkish saying or word
I'm yet to find the Turkish translation for ''sweet as bro'' so I will have to say ''şerefe'' which means cheers!
Funniest story from the training trip.
Watching Jeremy McPherson the first time a Turkish man greeted him with a kiss on the cheek....talk about awkward!!
Why do you think people should choose Fez bus?
Flexibility in everything you do and to see the brilliant little hidden spots you wouldn't find by travelling by yourself!
To enjoy the company of like minded individuals. And to work in the two best countries in the world.
What surprised me about Turkey?
How cool a Muslim country really can be.
What is your favourite Turkish food?
ahhh Chicken tornado at then Sultan Hostel and lentil soup.
Favourite action activity on the Fez bus?
Paragliding actually, thank god I wasn't the one driving.
Favourite place in Turkey on the Fez bus?
Kusadasi, namely Jimmy's.
Three words to describe yourself.
Daft, Polite and Happy.
Favourite Turkish saying or word
Tamam.
Funniest story from the training trip.
Well I'm going to struggle finding a story that doesn't involve my stupidity. For me it was Nat doing one of her talks on the Fez Bus half cut from the night before. That really cracked me up. She must of said Tamam a hundred times.
Why do you think people should choose Fez bus?
Anyone who enjoys a freedom of choice and a somewhat independent mode of travel while still having all the particulars taken care of should choose fez bus. And what a great way to meet people.
Name
Victoria Smith
Age
27
Nationality
Australian
Previous job and where?
Senior Customer Service & Reservations Agent – V Australia
Why Turkey and Fez Bus ?
Why not? :) I’d already travelled Western Europe, so thought I’d give somewhere in the east a go! Fez bus has a fun crew and is adaptable…just what every traveller likes!
What surprised me about Turkey?
How much tea everyone drinks!
What is your favourite Turkish food?
They know how to cook here! No favourite, but the bread, salads, fish, lamb, shish, pide, Turkish breakfasts….hmmmm!!! :)
Favourite action activity on the Fez bus?
Saklikent Gorge...it's a massive gorge with really cold water (great in the summer heat) and then a really yummy lunch and mud baths!!! FUN!
Favourite place in Turkey on the Fez bus?
Kaş and Kaputaş beach….beautiful!!!
Three words to describe yourself.
Laidback, happy, talkative
Favourite Turkish saying or word
Problem Yok = no problem! And Cay Abi!!! The guy that comes around to all the businesses and brings the tea :) He is called Cay Abi...my favourite man :
Funniest story from the training trip.
Training…are we supposed to get training? ;)
Why do you think people should choose Fez bus?
It’s easy, reliable and fun for all sorts of travellers. Whether it is a quick holiday or a never ending one! Anything and everything is possible with Fez!!!
Old enough to know better than tell my age……… oh alright .... 41
Nationality
Australian
Previous job and where?
Senior Pit Boss, Storm Casinos, Moscow, Russia
Why Turkey and Fez Bus ?
Turned left at Romania and decided to hit Turkey for 3 days, but that was nearly 5 years ago and still haven’t seen enough of it. (OK, OK, the cute Turkish guy that I met on the day I arrived and am now married to, probably has influenced me a little)
As for the Fez Bus: agreed to help out a friend for a couple of weeks, again that was 5 years ago.
Guess they both just get under your skin……….
What surprised me about Turkey?
Had no idea how much there was to see and do here!
What is your favourite Turkish food?
Has to be a toss up between Tavuk Pide (Turkish chicken pizza) and my husbands cooking…..
Favourite action activity on the Fez bus?
Canyoning at Olympos is a must!
Favourite place in Turkey on the Fez bus?
Mmmmmmm, tough one! Toss up between Koycegiz or Olympos, I guess…..
Three words to describe yourself.
Easygoing control freak
Favourite Turkish saying or word
Fark Etmez (whatever)
Funniest story from the training trip.
Probably Steve’s dance style, though you have to see it to understand….
Why do you think people should choose Fez bus?
Because it is definitely the easiest way to see as much as possible of what Turkey has to offer, and have loads of fun on the way!
