San Francisco Christmas and a holiday greeting Where has the year gone I wonder? I’m back in San Francisco visiting friends and family for the holidays and it’s both wonderful and strange to be celebrating Christmas so soon with end of the...
A Christmas parade in Hawaii Christmas parades are popular in Hawaii, in fact almost every community throughout the islands will sponsor a local holiday parade with lots of local faces, politicians and civic members of...
Christmas markets and celebrations around the world Christmas is celebrated around the world in so many and wonderful ways. Whether you visit any of the amazing Christmas markets, Christmas parades or unique and regionally inspired activities, there’s...
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.