Best places to go for Christmas around the world (fairs, events & unique places to enjoy) The holidays are always fun to enjoy at the end of the year, exploring the best places to visit for Christmas is a wonderful way to see how the Christmas season...
Enjoy the Tortellini of Valeggio in Northern Italy We experience hand made pasta with local torgellini made in the region at Valeggio, Italy and discover the beautiful and delicious Tortellini of Valeggio (a region of Northern Italy) Tortellini is made throughout...
Merrie Monarch Parade in Hilo (crafts fairs, demonstrations, parades and hula competitions) The Merrie Monarch parade caps a week long celebration of hula dance, music performance and creative arts in Hilo, Hawaii. It was a beautiful day celebrating the...
Celebrating Culture and Tradition: Merrie Monarch Festivals and Ho’ike night The entire week of Merrie Monarch festivals in Hilo, Hawaii celebrates everything focused on hula dance, art and other creative performances. Many of the Hilo performance venues...
Visit the Markets in Bali Markets in Bali: Morning Adventures at the Island’s Busiest Bazaars We visit a morning market in Bali to tour and see the main attractions, produce, foods and tourist items to explore and take away some delicious foods, snacks and souvenirs...
Visit the Hill tribes of Northern Thailand The area north of the Chiang Mai province in Thailand is dotted with many hill tribes of different ethnic groups that have immigrated to this hilly area from neighboring regions. This includes the surrounding countries in...
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.
