Visit Alcatraz Island: Explore the Enigmatic History of America’s Most Notorious Prison Hard to believe that it has been over 20 years since I’ve visited Alcatraz island in the middle of San Francisco bay. I haven’t had a desire to visit the...
A first impression of Thessaloniki, Greece – Travel Photo Mondays The second largest city and metropolitan center of Greece, Thessaloniki always seems to be off the radar to most visitors to Greece who prefer a quick exit to the islands. For those looking to...
Capturing the Charm: First Impressions of Emilia Romagna’s Enchanting Landscapes and Gastronomy A first impression of Bologna leaves you wanting to explore the entire city completely. From the famous two towers of Bologna to the outdoor markets of...
A visit to the spas of Riolo Terme and the Grand Hotel in Romagna, Italy Riolo Terme, located in the foothills of the central area of the Romagna region has always been a popular place to heal and visit the therapeutic springs of the area. Even during the early Roman...
Fall time in Plitvice Lakes National Park, part 2 Visiting the lower falls and lake in Plitvice Lakes National Park is just as striking as visiting the upper falls area which I covered in an earlier post. If you didn’t get a chance to view...
Autumn colors and Fall time in Plitvice Lakes National Park (updated) Have you ever been to a place where you have timed everything perfectly and it all just came about so effortlessly in your travels? Well, this is definitely one of those occasions in my traveling...
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.
