Things to do in the Alfama District of Lisbon The historic district of Alfama in Lisbon is the oldest area of the city and oozes with gorgeous vistas, cobbled streets and cultural sites that harken to old Arabic and Islamic times to Iberian rulers that created...
I remember how struck I was by Hanoi’s vibrancy the first time I visited it. I needed to go there due to some visa problems in China and, compared to the China I knew, Hanoi seemed incredibly relaxed. Still it thrummed with a certain energy, fueled by over a...
The mountain city of Cusco, Peru, is best known as being the gateway to Machu Picchu. But the city is so much more than just a transit point for the famous world wonder. As the historic capital of the legendary Inca Empire and the oldest inhabited city...
Exploring Plovdiv: Unveiling the Enchanting Charms of Bulgaria’s Oldest City There some places on the Earth, which have something really unique, but since they are “behind the shadow” of the famous destinations, they often remained unnoticed...
Oman is one of the most naturally diverse countries in the Middle East region. Contrary to its popular neighbor Dubai, Oman is a lesser known country aiming to get a spot on the world tourism map in the years to come. The country is home to a vast...
Once a stopover along the silk road, Turkey has long been a crossroads between East and West. As a result, the country has a rich culture steeped in history and traditions with warm hospitable people. Mixed together it makes holidaying in Turkey an unforgettable...
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.
