I was pleasantly surprised by my first impressions of Lisbon on my first day. I must have taken a hundred photos of the trams but could not resist photographing them again on the second day. Going up and down the hills to explore Lisbon’s neighbourhoods on foot is an absolute joy.
Post Covid Venice
Venice is one of my favourite places in Italy. There’s something about exploring the city on foot and getting lost in its massive labyrinth style layout that brings me a certain joy. You get an added bonus of not having any cars in sight.
Some trams
What does everyone do on their first visit in Lisbon? Yes, take the touristy photographs of the trams. The little trams add an interesting detail to the cityscape photos. I also suggest you hop on the icon #28 tram to explore the city.
Rome – part 2
Travel has barely picked up again following the great Covid travel blackout but Rome is still as busy as I remember it. The streets are crowded with international visitors as usual. It feels nice to be exploring the Roman city once more.
Rome – part 1
The last time I was in Rome was a decade ago. It was also during summer and I had sworn never to come back again during this period. Here I am again, in the middle of the Roman capital, sweating it out in the early morning hours. Luckily, the beauty of Rome is worthwhile.
Nice – part 2
Daily life in Nice. Pausing in the middle of the park to appreciate the peace and quiet. Exploring the markets with the locals. Taking in scenery from above.
Sant’Angelo
It’s a scorching hot day in Rome. Stephanie and I arrived just a few hours ago but after a quick stop at the hotel, we’re already making our way through the city streets. Destination unknown.. Following the gernal direction fo the Vatican, we eventually end up at Castel Sant’Agnelo, also known as Hadrian’s Tomb.
WTF Italy ?
Three minutes away from our hotel in Rome and we stumble upon the beautiful WTF moment, I literally had to do a double take for this one. I didn’t think something like this would be possible 2022. I guess I was wrong.
The Italian escape
With Covid restrictions lifted and the majority of people vaccinated, it was time to finally take a vacation outside of Canada. For our great Covid escape, Stéphanie and I chose to spend two weeks in Italy. We would start up in Rome, then make our way to La Spezia and visit the Cinque Terre region. After spending a few days exploring the five...
In the last episode…
On December 31st 2019, I celebrated New Year’s at the bottom of the Eiffel Tower. Two days later, I took a flight bound for Montreal. Little did I know that it would take over two years to leave Canada again. It’s now 2022 and fate brings me back to Paris once more.
In the air again
In May 2022, the company I work for decided to send me on a little business trip abroad. I do not usually post about the actual flights themselves but this one was a very special one. For starters, it was my first overseas flight since the Covid shutdown and I was greatly excited to be crossing the Atlantic Ocean once more. Secondly, this was an...
Nice – part 1
I had been to France a few times before but it was never in my plans to go to Nice. My then girlfriend and her sister however, wanted to go so I went. Nice is a small but beautiful place to visit. The food is good, the climate is quite enjoyable and the scenery is picturesque. What more do you want?
Day’s end
Sao Jorge Castle (Castelo de Sao Jorge) is one of my favorite viewpoint in Lisbon and probably one of the best places to catch the sunset. There’s a small 10 Euros entry fee but it’s well worth it. Check the opening hours before as closing times vary according to the months/seasons.
Trams and flags
This is the Ascensor da Bica in Lisbon. This uphill street is quite popular with tourists. There are two trams that carry passengers from Rua de Sao Paulo to Largo do Calhariz. The tracks are lodged in between rows of houses and businesses. I noticed the Portuguese and Brazilian flags hanging and waited for each tram to pass by for the photo.