Things to do in Istanbul in 24 hours (historic sites, markets and cool places to explore) On a flight back to the United States on Turkish Airways, I had a 24 hour layover in Istanbul and I decided to take advantage of this layover to explore the best of Istanbul in a...
Places to visit in Oxford for a day The famous university town of England, Oxford has a long and fascinating history, beautiful architecture and many historical pubs which make it an ideal destination for visitors who want to take a day trip from London. The town’s...
Fall road trip through Croatia: enjoy a trip through Dalmatia to inner parts of the country (2024) You would never think fall time would be the ideal timeframe to visit the gorgeous Dalmatian coastline or take a road trip through different parts of Croatia. But if you...
Explore Prague’s Archaeological Sites & Ancient Culture Prague is nicknamed the “City of a Hundred Spires” for its Romanesque, Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque architecture, which gives the Czech capital its distinct appearance. The city’s rich...
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...
Brexit and travel to England or Europe What does Brexit and travel to England mean for visitors in the short term to long term you wonder? Well if you are coming from anywhere else around the world, it’s definitely good news because the British pound is dropping...
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.