If you are in Cape Town, the Robben Island tour is something I would recommend for those of you who want to experience a piece of South Africa's troubled past. There are beautiful views of the city from the island, and I managed to take a few photos during breaks in the tour. … [Read more...] about View of Table Mountain from Robben Island in Cape Town
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San Francisco Financial District at Sunset
Now that I have been living in San Francisco for 8 months, I can safely say that you have a 50% chance of seeing one of the most beautiful sunsets in your life on any given night. Sunrises and sunsets are so incredible that I often find myself lazily admiring out my window without picking up the camera. "It'll be just as nice tomorrow" is an easy sentiment to take on when … [Read more...] about San Francisco Financial District at Sunset
Zabriskie Point in Death Valley National Park
Death Valley National Park is beautiful. I didn't realize just how beautiful it was until I reached Zabriskie Point. If you are brave enough to leave your car during the high July heat, a photo opportunity is only a short walk away at Zabriskie Point. … [Read more...] about Zabriskie Point in Death Valley National Park
Giant Swing at Oktoberfest in Munich
There is no better layover opportunity than Munich during the months of Oktoberfest. You can make it from the airport to the fairgrounds in about 30 minutes and have a beer in your hand within an hour. It's a fun visit for a solo traveler, but I highly recommend bringing a companion to get the most out of the experience. As I was waiting a socially acceptable amount of time … [Read more...] about Giant Swing at Oktoberfest in Munich
Beaches of Zephyr Cove in Lake Tahoe
Lake Tahoe. A beautiful place where you can go skiing and hit up a beach on the same day. At least that is what I did as I learned to ski for the first time this winter. Turns out I'm a natural. Kind of like the natural beauty of Lake Tahoe. Once skiing wrapped up we drove down to catch the sunset on the lake. After googling locations, we ended up at Zephyr Cove on the … [Read more...] about Beaches of Zephyr Cove in Lake Tahoe
European Alps Emerging Through The Clouds
I can't tell you exactly where this photo was taken, because it was through the window of my plane on the way to Vienna from JFK. I can safely assume it was the european alps, but what country? I have no idea. It could have been Switzerland, France, Germany or Austria. The flight itself was quite nice. Business class on Austrian Airlines. Will have to share that review at … [Read more...] about European Alps Emerging Through The Clouds