I love the Napa wine country since it’s a quick get away from the hectic world and urban environment of the Bay Area and enjoying that Napa Valley vacation. There are so many things to do in Napa, but for me it’s basically about personal...
A perfect backpack ECBC I’ve worn out so many backpacks on my multiple trips around the world and have not found anything really long lasting with a variety of features to make it a versatile day pack. Unfortunately, I have a tendency to abuse my day packs,...
The gorgeous doors and portals of Verona: Enjoy the street scenes, beautiful portals & architecture (2023) Verona is truly a stunning city to walk through and admire all the gorgeous architecture and ornate details of the various periods of the city’s past....
A stunning automotive and transport museum at Museo Nicolis, Verona If you are a fan of fast sport cars, collector motorbikes and many other transportation vehicles, then the Museo Nicolis just outside of Verona is a must visit the museum to check out if you...
Gump’s: An amazing shopping experience – Travel Photo Mondays It’s not too often that you will hear about amazing sales at this iconic and luxury San Francisco landmark that typically doesn’t offer its remarkable goods at bargain...
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.