The Big Island is a great place to explore with family and occasionally, I get friends or family to visit Hawaii to spend quality time and explore the island. Recently, I had my sister and her children visiting during their winter break, and I decided to map out a...
Body Glove snorkel cruise in Kona Hawaii It was an early morning start for the two kids and myself, but fortunately the fun adventure ahead with Body Glove cruise on the Big Island would be worth the early start. It’s a little harder with my niece and nephew who are...
Review St. Regis Hotel Mexico City Located in the heart and central district of Mexico City, the St. Regis Hotel is a beacon of luxury and comfort in this busy, metropolitan city. A gleaming silver and glass, contemporary structure, the St. Regis fronts the beautiful...
Hiking British Columbia’s West Coast Trail For many, hiking the West Coast Trail isn’t just a pretty walk. Thousands of hikers, like me, come to Vancouver Island every summer to trek the 77km between Bamfield and Port Renfrew for something more. Not only is...
Touring Mexico City Tours by Locals Pt2 Day one touring Mexico City was a lot of fun with tour provider Tours by Locals which provides customized one on one tour programs for individuals or even smaller groups. I really enjoyed my private tour of some of the...
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.