Iceland

Northbound Wonders – Arctic Henge Arctic Henge — The Stonehenge of the North “A circle of stones, a northern sky, and a place where earth seems to reach toward the heavens.” — Anonymous We started the next day with one of the most satisfying breakfasts of our trip. Sel Hotel truly impressed us—the variety was

Husavik whale watching tour “To have a huge, friendly whale willingly approach your boat and look you straight in the eye is without doubt one of the most extraordinary experiences on the planet.” — Mark Carwardine Our main plan for the day was the Húsavík whale watching tour, something we had been looking forward to.

Northbound Wonders and a Sunset Surprise at Goðafoss This day began with checking out of The Freezer Hostel, as we set our sights on Kolugljúfur Canyon. Google Maps offered us two main routes: one looping through Reykjavík and another following the coast. Although the longer Reykjavík route promised a faster travel time, we were drawn

Explore snæfellsnes peninsula- West Iceland The Snæfellsnes Peninsula in West Iceland is often called Iceland in miniature because it brings together so many of the country’s iconic landscapes in one remarkable region. From the dramatic Kirkjufell Mountain and the mysterious Snæfellsjökull glacier to rugged coastlines, black-sand beaches, lava fields, waterfalls, and the striking Búðakirkja Black

10-Day Italy Itinerary   Day 1 – Rome: Ancient RomeColosseum → Roman Forum → Palatine Hill → Piazza Venezia → Trajan’s Forum Day 2 – Rome: Vatican CityVatican Museums → Raphael Rooms → Sistine Chapel → St. Peter’s Basilica → Castel Sant’Angelo Day 3 – Rome: Historic CenterPantheon → Piazza Navona → Trevi Fountain →

Photographing Italy: Our Journey Through Eight Destinations Introduction — Italy Through Our Camera Italy was not just a trip for us; it became a journey through different chapters of history, landscapes, architecture, and everyday life. From the ancient streets of Rome to the colorful canals of Venice, every destination gave us something different to photograph.

Castel Sant’Angelo Castel Sant’Angelo: From Emperor’s Tomb to Fortress Castel Sant’Angelo, the massive round fortress standing beside the Tiber River. From the outside, it looked more like a medieval castle than an ancient Roman monument—but that is exactly what makes this place so fascinating. The story of Castel Sant’Angelo began almost 1,900 years ago, when

Discovering Rome: Ancient Wonders & Timeless Beauty Our Rome adventure began early in the morning from The Wesley Rome Hotel, located near the Tiber River and within walking distance of many of the city’s historic landmarks. Rather than relying on taxis or public transportation, we decided to explore Rome largely on foot. That turned out to

Rome’s Colosseum Our Colosseum Experience The Colosseum was our first major stop in Rome, and beginning our Roman adventure here felt incredibly special. Our interest in visiting was partly inspired by Russell Crowe’s Gladiator. We had watched the movie and imagined the world of gladiators, ancient Rome, and the enormous spectacles that once took place

Florence Duomo: Marveling at Brunelleschi’s Iconic Dome, Cathedral & Renaissance Architecture Florence Duomo: Following the Footsteps of the Medici The first time we stepped into Piazza del Duomo, Florence felt like it was breathing history. Our fascination with the Florence Duomo started long before we arrived in Florence. After watching the Netflix series Medici, we