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.
Travel tip #1: Try to one bag it
If you can, try to only pack a carry-on (and perhaps a personal item) for your trip. No checked luggage. I know it sounds absurd to go on a 2 or 3-week trip with just a carry-on. However, not only is it possible but it will make travelling so much less stressful. Here are a few advantages of one bag travel: Easier to pack. No need to check any bag...
2023!
Here’s to a new year filled with beautiful adventures and memories abroad.
Sunrise on the Ganges
2022 Retrospective
2022 opened up a whole world of travel opportunities. Literally. Following the pandemic, it was the first year that most countries opened their borders once more and allowed visitors back in. I was lucky enough to visit some beautiful destinations: France, Italy and Japan. Going to France for business allowed me to experience the Air Canada...
Early shots
I can count on one hand the number of times I remember getting up specifically to catch the sunrise. This day in the Dominican Republic is one of them. I had to set a few alarms to make sure I actually got up and stayed up. I had prepared all my equipment the night before as to not waste time and make noise in the morning. I was obviously the only...
Osaka – part 3
There’s something about the Hozenji alley that makes me come back every night. Hozenji is the place to come when seeking shelter from the pure chaos of Dotonbori. From the main street there’s a barely noticeable little corridor that will take you over to Hozenji. The ceiling is lined up with red lanterns that light up at night.
Palace of Winds
After leaving New Delhi, we made our way further South towards Jaipur. One of our stops was the Hawa Mahal or Palace of the Winds. That’s right, this place is straight out of a Zelda game. Made from red and pink sandstone, the palace was built in 1799 and it’s architecture was unlike anything I had ever seen so far.
Bangkok – part 3
The madness and energy of Bangkok’s streets seem endless. Walk around during the day and see street vendors at every corner. Come back after sunset and even more of them have showed up. Want to get a massage whilst drinking a cold one? There are places for that. If you’d like to experience something unique, stop by a ”Doctor...
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.
Back in Japan!
In 2020, Japan went into lockdown with the rest of the world. Unlike the rest of the world however, Japan remained closed until October 11th, 2022. On October 23rd, I landed in Tokyo. It’s been 5 years since my last visit. I heard things have changed since the pandemic. Is Japan still the same? Let’s find out.
Vancouver – part 1
In 2020, the whole world entered in a lockdown. Almost all international travel literally ceased over night. With nowhere else to go, most people travelled locally within their own countries. There was no better time to travel across Canada to get taste of Vancouver life.
Kathmandu – part 2
My first full day in Kathmandu. I have bronchitis and I feel like I want to die. Well, I’m here so let’s explore! My first thought: this place is out of this world chaotic and I love it. Just look at those mind boggling mess of electric wires! How is this even possible?
Osaka part 2
Second day in Japan, I’m still shocked about this whole experience and in a very good way. Today, I obviously explorer a bit more of the Dotonbori area whilst making my way to Osaka castle. It’s an impressive site to behold. I do have to admit that the interior of the castle was a bit of a let down. In the evening, the streets light up...
By the sea
I was in the Seychelles with family. We had been invited for festivities somewhere on the Western side of Mahé island. It was a beautiful Saturday afternoon. As people enjoyed their food and drinks, I wandered off in search of majestic landscapes and sceneries. I arrived at a secluded little beach and started shooting away. Shortly after, a local...