San Francisco, can you get any bad shots of this amazing city? It doesn’t seem likely with postcard views from every angle along the many hillsides, coastline or bay front offering dynamic views of San Francisco and the entire Bay Area. There is no...
A visit of Treasure Island in San Francisco Explore the Hidden Gems of Treasure Island: San Francisco’s Island Paradise We visit the man made Treasure Island with scenic views of San Francisco bay and the city skyline. Here’s a photo tour experience of the...
Visit the Ferry Plaza Farmers Market The Ferry Plaza Farmers market at the San Francisco Embarcadero is the most popular and busy outdoor and indoor market to visit in San Francisco. On market days, you’ll find vendors from all around the state converge around...
A Dim sum gathering and guide to experience Eating dim sum (Chinese dumplings) in San Francisco is a favorite morning to early afternoon activity with locals and tourists alike in the city. Not just confined to Chinatown, there are so many dim sum restaurants to...
Beautiful Hilo and local celebrations, photo Friday You can’t beat being in Hawaii on a gorgeous day especially when special celebrations happen in towns like Hilo. Hawaii Beautiful moments and photographic opportunities abound when an event or holiday...
San Francisco in Black and White, photo Friday (Walking along the coastal trails from Lands End to Baker beach in San Francisco) Taking pictures in San Francisco and creating black and white photographs of this iconic city is a fun and exciting challenge, 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.