A Hamakua estate and garden I’m visiting a private estate and garden out here in the northern part of Hawaii island, would you like to come and join me? Well, let me tell you a little about this gorgeous estate along the gorgeous Hamakua coastline with rugged...
Summer flowers Summer is in full bloom here in Hawaii, although it seems like flowers can bloom year round and they do flower quite often. Here are some of my all time favorite flowers that I love to see almost everyday on my daily walks in my garden and outside in...
Driving the Puna Coastline – a photo tour It’s been awhile since I’ve gone out to enjoy a beautiful day outside, I know you would think living in Hawaii that you would want to be outdoors everyday. That’s true, but it’s also easy...
San Francisco, can you get any bad shots of this amazing city? It doesn’t seem likely with postcard views from every angle along the many hillsides, coastline or bay front offering dynamic views of San Francisco and the entire Bay Area. There is no...
A visit of Treasure Island in San Francisco Explore the Hidden Gems of Treasure Island: San Francisco’s Island Paradise We visit the man made Treasure Island with scenic views of San Francisco bay and the city skyline. Here’s a photo tour experience of the...
Visit the Ferry Plaza Farmers Market The Ferry Plaza Farmers market at the San Francisco Embarcadero is the most popular and busy outdoor and indoor market to visit in San Francisco. On market days, you’ll find vendors from all around the state converge around...
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.