Turkey

Taxi drivers in Turkey are something else. Never trust the driver, if you know they're going the wrong way don't be afraid to jump out and if they decide to double the agreed-upon price after you've arrived, expect the confrontation to become physical.

Find accommodation on the 'Asia' side of Istanbul, the district of Kadikoy. You can still see all the famous things of the 'Europe' side but save so much on money and the nightlife is best on the Asia anyway.

Negotiate locally for the hot air balloons in Cappadocia. You can secure a half price discount the night before if there's been a string of good weather days