Travel photo: Silver Pavilion Kyoto You enter through mature trees and tall bamboo that completely obscures any views of what lies ahead, and finally after passing through the entrance gate you are left with this serene view and a total feeling of...
Discover the Architectural Marvel of the Blue Mosque in Istanbul touring the historic site (updated 2023) The Blue Mosque in Istanbul is a breathtaking masterpiece that stands in Istanbul’s cultural and architectural treasures. The Blue Mosque is a...
A Day in Trogir, Croatia: Exploring the Historic Beauty of the Adriatic Gem and local attractions Just a short drive and pleasant drive from the large port city of Split, Croatia is the small island of Trogir which is practically situated next to the mainland....
You’ll be amazed at how easy it is to get to this island just connected to the mainland by easy walking bridges. The island of Trogir is mostly pedestrian alleys and promenades which makes it easy to walk everywhere and not worry about traffic, noise and...
Visit Split – a free city tour of the Diocletian Palace A free guided tour to Split It’s already 10am and I am impatiently waiting in the main square of the Diocletian palace for our free guide and tour to start, but nowhere to be seen. This is the first...
Capturing the Charm: Must-Visit Photography Spots around Split, Croatia (updated 2023) It seems like everywhere you turn in Split, Croatia is so photogenic that you can take so many beautiful pictures. Be careful though, before you know it, you’ll have a ton...
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.