Discover the Architectural Marvel of the Blue Mosque in Istanbul touring the historic site (updated 2023) The Blue Mosque in Istanbul is a breathtaking masterpiece that stands in Istanbul’s cultural and architectural treasures. The Blue Mosque is a...
4th Street in Berkeley Every time I go back to visit my family in Alameda, California, I always have to visit one of my favorite local hangout spots in the East Bay at 4th Street in Berkeley. It’s a cool and trendy area of Berkeley fillled...
West Sonoma County – Photo Friday Early summer time in West Sonoma County, California and I’m taking a nice road trip exploring the back roads of the county along the Point Reyes Petaluma Road. With rolling hills, small lakes and lots of...
Capturing street images – some photo tips and techniques Enjoying the day in a new urban location or exotic destination, it’s easy to be absorbed with almost anything that comes across your way in terms of photography and what to capture....
Early morning cruise on a speed boat in Monterey It’s early morning and I’m on the docks of Monterey Bay on a cold and dreary looking morning. Unfortunately, I had signed up for the first boat cruise around Monterey with Fast Raft Marine Tours. We are...
Explore Moscone Center in San Francisco It’s Photo Friday and I’m highlighting a wonderful place to visit in San Francisco to start you off on a fantastic weekend. The Moscone center in downtown San Francisco is a very popular hangout spot for lunch, some...
Hi, I'm Noel, a writer and photographer based in San Francisco and Hawaii. I write about delicious food and wine indulgences, thoughtful luxury, and adventure travel. I share camera tips and techniques while exploring new and unusual places around the world. My site explores culture and history, art and architecture, world heritage sites, exotic locals, along with nature tours and natural landscapes worldwide. Quite a mixed bag of curiosities and quirky interests, just like myself.
