Mosques and Markets of Istanbul
My husband and I had the pleasure of visiting Istanbul for three days during our honeymoon. We went with stories of a vibrant culture, luscious colors, spices and fabrics, and Turkey most certainly did not disappoint! As soon as we arrived in Istanbul we stopped for the much talked about apple tea. It was sweet…
Three Days in Prague
Prague was the last stop on our European vacation, and I absolutely fell in love with the Czech Republic. We spent three days in Prague strolling the winding cobblestone streets. Although Prague was occupied by Nazi armies during WWII, the city remained largely undamaged, leaving much of the stunning architecture intact for us to enjoy…
Positano and the Amalfi Coast
Clinging to the ancient, sun-drenched cliffs along the rugged Amalfi Coast is the tiny and charming, vertical town of Positano. Located in Campania, Southern Italy overlooking the Mediterranean Bay of Salerno, this pedestrian-only town won’t disappoint. With fantastic food and shopping (who can resist gelato?!), breath-taking ocean views, beach-side relaxation and tiny, winding streets carved…
Honeymoon in Belize
When my husband and I were planning our honeymoon we had four requirements: adventure, rest, water and warm sunshine. To say that Belize accommodated all of those desires is an understatement. We climbed Mayan ruins and hiked waterfalls. We didn’t set an alarm for a week straight! We dipped our toes in crystal clear water…
Sun + Sand in Dubai
My family and I had the opportunity to travel to Dubai to visit my father, a long-time resident of the United Arab Emirates (UAE). I could have researched all I wanted to about Dubai; when to travel, where to stay and what to do, but the reality is that once we landed in-country we were…
The Charming Village of Rovinj Croatia
It was yet another beautiful morning in Rovinj Croatia, as warm sunlight streamed through our bedroom window bringing sounds of laughter from the early morning fishermen. Slowly the town awakened and the many local artists opened their little boutiques and craft stores. We spent our morning walking the meandering alleys with shiny cobblestones, polished by…
Honeymoon in Hawaii
Post-wedding, we wanted a balance of blissful relaxation and out of this world exploration and a honeymoon in Hawaii seemed to be the perfect destination! We commenced our trip in Kailua Kona, a coastal town with a beachy, relaxed vibe. We strolled through the streets, stopped in souvenir shops, and munched on shaved ice. From…
A Surprise Weekend in Tofino
This summer my husband and I decided to surprise one another with secret weekend trips we’d planned. This meant that when it came time for my adventure, we hopped in the car and drove north and I had no idea where we were headed! Tofino, British Columbia isn’t an easy place to reach. From Victoria…
Scenes from Santorini
As soon as we landed on the island of Santorini we were warmly greeted by the staff at the airport. We quickly hopped into a taxi and headed straight for the nearby city of Oia, just 25 minutes away. Once in Oia the staff at the tourist center grabbed our bags and walked us right…
Wandering in Puerto Rico
My husband and I traveled to Puerto Rico in February to photograph a wedding on the island of Vieques. The island was absolutely beautiful, but because we were staying at a resort we wanted to feel a more authentic Puerto Rico. On one afternoon we ventured away from the hotel on rented bicycles to try…
Day Trip to Annecy
For our five-year anniversary my husband and I decided to take a trip to France. We had already done the whirlwind European tour and this time we wanted to slow down and savor all the food and shopping France had to offer. We concentrated on Paris and Lyon, but we took a day trip to…