Marrakesh in Black and White: explore the city markets, plazas and historic sites in monochrome Capturing images of Marrakesh in black and white transforms the city into a different attitude: exotic, moody and yes even mysterious. There is so much that westerners do...
Marrakesh, a first day tour and impressions of this exotic and mysterious city is that everything is frenetic, crazy, with people heading out in all directions but at different paces. Busses are crammed with locals, vying for road domination alongside small donkeys...
Mossen Costa i Llobera garden in Barcelona – an exotic garden Mossen Costa i Llobera gardens I love discovering unusual or quirky things while visiting a new city and Barcelona does offer exciting and appealing sites to see. Some of these places grabbing my...
Barcelona highlights – Photo Friday There is so much to see and do in this vibrant and colorful city and for anyone that loves to take photographs while visiting, it’s a dream destination to visit this city and capture some amazing pictures and amazing...
Montjuic parks and botanic gardens in Barcelona – gorgeous gardens on the hill Whenever I get tired of all day urban adventures with packed schedules, I find that its nice to spend a little quiet time in a beautiful garden to relax or enjoy a meal....
Barcelona’s Gothic District, a photo essay and discovery tour Sometimes when I’ve just arrived in a new city, I love the initial rush of seeing a new and exciting place for the first time....
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.