Have you ever seen a movie that inspired thousands of young backpackers to jump to their adventure of a lifetime – The Beach? Leonardo Di Caprio isn’t the sole reason the movie rocks, far from it! The paradise-like island, the surrounding nature and awesome...
For such a small island, Jamaica packs quite a punch when it comes to the variety of tourist attractions available. While I am a beach bum at heart, I always encourage visitors to head inland and explore the island because I feel it has so much to offer....
I remember how struck I was by Hanoi’s vibrancy the first time I visited it. I needed to go there due to some visa problems in China and, compared to the China I knew, Hanoi seemed incredibly relaxed. Still it thrummed with a certain energy, fueled by over a...
“What you do today can improve all your tomorrows” – Ralph Marston Most people instantly have a picture in their mind when you say, “It’s a UNESCO World Heritage Site.” It makes them think of places like the Great Barrier Reef in Australia, Dinosaur Provincial...
Looking to recharge and do a quick getaway someplace around you in the United States that’s a short drive or easy flight? Check out these spectacular locations that you can easily do in nice weekend getaway or even stretch it out a week if...
The mountain city of Cusco, Peru, is best known as being the gateway to Machu Picchu. But the city is so much more than just a transit point for the famous world wonder. As the historic capital of the legendary Inca Empire and the oldest inhabited city...
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.
