This city totally draws you in, it’s almost overwhelming….there’s so much to look at and observe all at the same time. Sometimes it seems like the only way to truly appreciate a place with so much meticulous detail and distraction is to focus on the...
Venice highlights in black and white: capturing classic historic sites, bridges, piazza and ocean Venice in black and white, the sublime and excessive draping the city is stripped down into a simple and basic palate. When you present Venice in this light, what you see...
Girona, Spain – Key attractions to see and photograph Girona, Spain is just over an hour and a half train ride from Barcelona along the scenic Costa Brava region. It’s a charming city with a historic center, retaining many of its medieval appeal and...
Mossen Costa i Llobera garden in Barcelona – an exotic garden Mossen Costa i Llobera gardens I love discovering unusual or quirky things while visiting a new city and Barcelona does offer exciting and appealing sites to see. Some of these places grabbing my...
Barcelona highlights – Photo Friday There is so much to see and do in this vibrant and colorful city and for anyone that loves to take photographs while visiting, it’s a dream destination to visit this city and capture some amazing pictures and amazing...
Montjuic parks and botanic gardens in Barcelona – gorgeous gardens on the hill Whenever I get tired of all day urban adventures with packed schedules, I find that its nice to spend a little quiet time in a beautiful garden to relax or enjoy a meal....
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.