I am drawn to color and colorful scenes If I see someone or something with an amazing outfit or some striking color detail – I run as if my life depended on this moment and this image to happen. The photo and moment cannot wait and my subject...
Place of Refuge, Travel Photo Mondays It’s Monday morning, time to enjoy some gorgeous travel photography and inspiration from around the world. Let’s banish those Monday blues by sharing gorgeous imagery and story telling. Today, let’s go visit...
Koloko Honokohau National Park: A fascination and historic park, ponds, beaches and more to explore Welcome to Koloko Honokohau National Historical Park, a place where the ancient Hawaiian culture and natural beauty intertwine. Located on the western coast of...
Waipio Valley hike Let’s talk a hike today out to the gorgeous Hamakua coasts and to this beautiful gulch called Waipio valley, an unspoiled and verdant valley where taro plants are grown and processed to make the legendary Hawaiian poi that people love...
A Hamakua estate and garden I’m visiting a private estate and garden out here in the northern part of Hawaii island, would you like to come and join me? Well, let me tell you a little about this gorgeous estate along the gorgeous Hamakua coastline with rugged...
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.
