Kayak adventure trip to Antarctica I was pretty nervous about signing up to be in the Kayak Club on our Antarctic cruise. There were sixteen spots available on the 110-person cruise for kayakers. I presumed all would be full for such an adventuresome-sounding...
Top 5 things you must do in Ahmedabad, India Ahmedabad is the seventh largest city in India and is the commercial capital of Gujarat, a western state of India. Ahmedabad has been inhabited since the 11th century and is a thriving commercial and Industrial hub....
Exploring the Enchanting City of Salzburg: Must-Do Activities and Attractions (2023) This summer we took a short trip to Salzburg, Austria for a weekend. Little did we know before heading there that Salzburg had so much more to offer than just Sound of Music and...
Are you are a cat or dog person? If you’re the former, like me, you are going to love this one day itinerary in Kotor. Someone even teased me, making me believe Kotor meant cat. It doesn’t. If you’re more of a dog person, don’t stop reading. Kotor cats are pretty...
13 Must-See Vigan Tourist Spots in Ilocos Sur: Unveiling the Charms of the Past (updated 2023) Experience the allure of Vigan, an extraordinary city nestled in the Philippines renowned for its profound heritage and cultural significance. As you set foot in this...
Visit Utrecht, Holland in two days Utrecht, the fourth largest city in the Netherlands, is definitely one of the most interesting and oldest cities in the country and one that is worth visiting – at least for two days! There’s a sense of quaintness and...
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.