“No temple made with hands can compare with Yosemite. Every rock in its walls seems to glow with life…Awful in stern, immovable majesty, how softly these rocks are adorned, and how fine and reassuring the company they keep: Their feet among beautiful...
Place of Refuge, 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. Today, let’s go visit...
A visit to Kings Landing Hawaii along the Puna coastline in East Hawaii Today, let’s go visit another beautiful area in East Hawaii, one of my favorite beaches is called Kings Landing in the Puna District. I’ve only been to this beach...
Koloko Honokohau National Park: A fascination and historic park, ponds, beaches and more to explore Welcome to Koloko Honokohau National Historical Park, a place where the ancient Hawaiian culture and natural beauty intertwine. Located on the western coast of...
Explore the Hidden Gems of Treasure Island: San Francisco’s Island Paradise Treasure Island revisited, a photo tour There is something cool about visiting an island in the middle of San Francisco bay. Treasure Island has such a kitschy title that harkens...
The Bahia Palace – A photo tour exploring the architecture and grounds in Marrakesh (2023) One of the splendid attractions worth visiting in the old Medina at Marrakesh is the beautiful palace called La Bahia (The beautiful) which was built in two stages during...
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.
