Exploring Murano and the glass factories and galleries on the island The island of Murano which is famous for it’s glass factories and galleries is an amazing place to explore and wander around the island. An easy commute by ferry from any Venice ferry dock,...
Venice highlights in black and white: capturing classic historic sites, bridges, piazza and ocean Venice in black and white, the sublime and excessive draping the city is stripped down into a simple and basic palate. When you present Venice in this light, what you see...
Explore the black sand beach at Punalu’u (updated 2021) On the southern part of Hawaii island is a large black sandy beach called Punalu’u, a favorite spot for Honu or Hawaiian green and Hawksbill turtles often basking out in the warm sandy beaches....
On the north-western side of Hawaii Island are the monumental cliffs and valleys facing out to the rugged and rough Pacific Ocean. The first canyon is a large gulch called Pololu Valley, which in Hawaiian is translated into long spear. The canyon is a deep and...
Discover the Enchanting Beauty of Hawaii’s Green Sand Beach called Papakolea (updated 2023) Hawaii has so many beautiful and panoramic beaches of every shape and feature. There are little bays that are perfect for snorkeling, windy and rocky beaches that are...
The southern most tip of Hawaii,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. You...
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.
