The Opinionated Travelogue of a Photo Maniac
Our trip to the Loire Valley castles started in the city of Blois which is without doubt the gateway to the châteaux in the region. Not surprisingly, the first castle we visited was the famous Château de Blois. Although not as spectacular as Chambord or Chenonceau, the castle’s appeal goes beyond its beauty. Château de Blois …
Château de Blois – Exploring the Favorite Residence of the Kings of FranceRead More
If you traveled through Europe you surely must have heard church bells ringing at noon. It’s something you can’t miss, whether it’s the glorious sound of the huge cast bells of the cathedrals, or the less imposing ding-dong ringing of the smaller churches. Of course, the bells toll for a variety of liturgical purposes. Like the …
For Whom the Bells Toll – Why Do Church Bells Ring at Noon in Europe?Read More
Siena makes an easy day trip from Florence. Visiting the fortress-like town surrounded by vineyards and olive groves is always a good idea if you have more than one day in Florence. Siena’s gothic architecture, rich history and strange traditions make Siena one of the most fascinating and beautiful towns in Europe and one of …
How to Take a Perfect Day Trip to Siena From FlorenceRead More
If you ever visited Siena, you surely must have heard of its famous Palio. This horse racing tradition that goes back 300 years, is the most important event in town. But for the Sienese, Palio di Siena is more than just a horse race. The air is loaded with emotions and jam-packed with people twice …
Palio di Siena – Insight Into Italy’s Oldest Horse Racing TraditionRead More
Cathedral Rock is perhaps Sedona’s most famous and alluring rock formation that can be seen from far away. But if you want to see it up-close and enjoy the captivating views of Sedona from atop this rock, you’ll have to hike the Cathedral Rock trail. This stunningly beautiful track located on the south side of …
The Ultimate Guide for Hiking the Cathedral Rock Trail in Sedona, ArizonaRead More
Ah, Florence! For centuries travelers have been coming here to gaze at its architectural wonders. And if there is only one thing they would all remember, it is without a doubt the Dome of Florence’s Cathedral, also known as Brunelleschi’s Dome. Even if you only have one day in Florence, you can’t miss visiting the Duomo di Firenze.
Florence’s Cathedral Dome – an Architectural Mystery Yet to Be SolvedRead More
Kauai is by far the greenest and most scenic of the Hawaiian Islands, jam-packed with great places to visit and things to do. The island has navigable rivers, dense rainforests, jagged mountains and a spectacular canyon. Table of ContentsMust-See Places in KauaiWaimea CanyonAlka’i Swamp TrailAllerton Botanical GardenSpouting HornNa Pali CoastUluwehi FallsFern GrottoQueen’s Baths Must-See Places …
8 Spectacular Places You Shouldn’t Miss on Kauai IslandRead More
Winter is approaching in the Norther hemisphere and with a promise of an El Niño year in sight, we expect to see a lot of snow coming our way this year. If that’s true, it’s time to plan your ski vacation. And while you can’t predict where the snow will be better, some ski destinations …
Best Ski Destinations in the US and Why They Are GreatRead More
There aren’t many roads in Alaska. In fact, only about 20% of this state can be traveled by road. One of the few roads Alaska can brag about is the Parks Highway, from Anchorage to Denali. This stretch of road is really spectacular. Driving the Parks Highway is one of the most rewarding experiences that you may …
Driving the Spectacular Parks Highway from Anchorage to DenaliRead More
