Travel Photo postcard – exploring Virginia City Welcome to the Travel Photo postcard series to get you out on the weekends and hopefully visit some of these wonderful destinations. Some of them maybe easy day road trips or even quick getaways from where you live...
Unforgettable Reasons to Visit Hiroshima: Exploring History, Culture, and Resilience Located in western Japan, Hiroshima is a city that carries profound historical significance, while also being a symbol of resilience, peace, and hope. Steeped in a...
Unveiling the Sacred Origins: Exploring Buddha’s Birthplace at Lumbini (updated 2023) ” Do not dwell on the past, do not dream of the future, concentrate the mind on the present moment” Buddha Lumbini located on the southwestern region of...
Touring Vizcaya Museum & Gardens Miami The private village of the James Deering family (of Deering/Harvester fortune) at Vizcaya was the most prominent home in Miami during that time frame and early development of Miami. Vizcaya meaning was built on the shores of...
Mission San Juan Bautista: Step Into California’s Early History and the town that grew around it In this post, we visit Mission San Juan Bautista and explore the historic mission, old town district and cool spots to visit around the city including unique vista points...
A fantastic visit and tour of the Frida Kahlo Museum in the heart of Mexico City We explore the gorgeous home and art studio of Frida Kahlo now a national museum in Mexico City and visit the many rooms, personal possessions and art of Frida and her husband Diego...
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.