There’s nothing that screams vacation more than stopping in for a cold drink at a waterfront Tikibar, after perusing the local farmers market at the Fort Pierce City Marina, Florida. Continue reading Cobb’s Landing in Fort Pierce, FL
As a fan of public art and public parks, Parque de La Flor in Palermo, Buenos Aires is right up my alley. The reflection of the sky in the silvery petals is especially dramatic at sunset. Continue reading Parque de La Flor
by Nina Oberg. The Sally Lightfoot Crab can be found all over the island of San Cristobal. Commonly known as the zayapa, these crabs start out with a black shell which blends in with the lava rocks they live on. … Continue reading Sally Lightfoot Crabs of the Galápagos
View from a private beach campsite on Tomales Bay in Point Reyes National Seashore. Only accessible by kayak. Continue reading Camping in Tomales Bay
My pup Stevie and I recently added another place to our travel repertoire: Sedona, Arizona! Immediately when we drove into town we had to slam on the brakes for a pack of four Javelinas, a wild pig that are apparently … Continue reading Sedona in the Spring
On clear days, one of my favorite things to do is take a drive (or a bike ride) across the Golden Gate bridge and watch the sun set over the bay and San Francisco skyline. Continue reading San Francisco Skyline
After graduating from UCSB with degrees in Biology and Environmental Studies, I was ready for an adventure and to sharpen by photography skills. An opportunity presented itself to sail with captain and surfer Liz Clark on her Cal-40 from San … Continue reading View from the Bosun’s Chair
While last visiting my parents, I found myself heading to Crystal River, Florida. We took a tour to the Three Sisters Springs – a refuge for West Indian Manatees in the winter. The manatees (~500 last winter) come to the … Continue reading Clear Water in Crystal River, Florida
1) Do Something. When I look at pictures that my friends and family have taken on vacation, I like for them to actually be in at least some of the pictures. Otherwise, I might as well just Google image search … Continue reading 4 Travel Photo Tips that have Nothing to do with Photography
Spring break is all about getting a tan and partying on the beach. Oh wait, I’m in Iceland. Rephrase: spring break is all about getting to see Northern lights and eat whale. That’s more accurate! Now, about the Northern Lights, … Continue reading Chasing Northern Lights
I was on the lookout along a narrow trail, squinting under a cloudless sky. The pines stood tall and straight above, but my eyes were turned towards the ground, hoping to spot some very special species hidden among the grasses. … Continue reading Green Swamp Preserve
by Irina Lut The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew was founded in 1759 and declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2003. I had never been, despite living in London for some years now. When I heard about an orchid festival … Continue reading Orchids all around!
One World, Two Feet 