The city of Thessaloniki is known throughout Greece as the culinary capital due primarily to both Western and Eastern influences from the various cultures and people’s that have made this cosmopolitan city a food forward city that treasures and...
A first impression of Thessaloniki, Greece – Travel Photo Mondays The second largest city and metropolitan center of Greece, Thessaloniki always seems to be off the radar to most visitors to Greece who prefer a quick exit to the islands. For those looking...
A visit to the Oracles of Delphi – Travel Photo Mondays I was invited on a day trip outside of Athens to visit the Temple of Apollo and the Oracles of Delphi with local tour group Key Tours. Delphi – called the navel or middle of ancient...
I’m so loving it here: a stay at the Royal Olympic Hotel, Athens I head directly to the top viewing floor to get a view of the expansive grounds below fronting the Temple of Zeus in the historic district of Athens, Greece. The views are stunning with a...
Cape Sounion and the temple of Poseidon I’m taking a short afternoon day trip outside of Athens to visit the Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion located on the southern tip of Athens, past the main port of Piraeus. Organized by local operator Key Tours,...
A first impression of Athens, Greece – Travel Photo Mondays Athens, is such an amazing place to visit and filled with so much history, architecture, amazing food and exciting, youthful areas that are popular in spite of the economic downturn in the...
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.
