I love exploring souvenirs while traveling; it’s a fun way to remember my adventures. However, I sometimes find myself spending on things I don’t really need. There was one item that caught my eye for Monday Window, and while I really liked it, I ultimately decided to pass on the purchase. But here is the…
Tag: Travels
Divine Magic of the Sagrada Familia
In this week’s Lens-Artists Challenge, Ritva referenced Leonard Cohen’s saying, “Everything has a crack; that’s how the light gets in.” I am also linking this to Debbie’s Six Word Saturday. This quote resonates with me in many ways, particularly when I think of the stunning light and ethereal beauty I witnessed at the Sagrada Familia….
Wordless Wednesday – 17
MONACO
Porto Bridge Window
Looking for somewhere to rest and have a drink or two while waiting for the sun to set. These are windows on the Dom Luis I Bridge in Porto near the Duoro River. I am linking this to Monday Window Challenge
Looking back
I travel because I’d rather look back at my life, saying ‘I can’t believe I did that’ instead of ‘if only I had -Florine Bos I almost skipped this challenge because I struggled with how to approach it. But this quote reminded me of the many memorable moments I’ve had, especially as I turn 66…
Doorknobs and Door Knockers
I am having a different take for the challenge this week. Here are some doorknobs and door knockers for this week’s Dan’s Thursday Doors Challenge.
Walking on Stairs & Steps
“Life is like walking on stairs; You have to take the first step to reach your destination.” The guest host for this week’s Monochrome Madness is Aletta from “Now at Home” and she has the theme of STEPS AND STAIRS. Here are some steps and stairs from my travels through the years. Let me start with the…
Doors outside Park Guell
Park Guell has three entrance gates. We entered through Carretera del Carmel and exited on Carrer de Larrard. These are the doors that we passed by from that exit. Souvenir and food shop. These are the houses on that road. I am linking this to Dan’s Thursday Doors Challenge
Wordless Wednesday – 15
MONTSERRAT, SPAIN
Windows and an Apple
Not that kind of Windows and Apple. These are windows and a Streetart in London. I am linking this to Monday Window Challenge, hosted this week by Ludwig.
Moods from sunrise to sunset
Ann-Christine is the host for this week’s Lens-Artists Photo Challenge, with the theme of Setting a Mood. The mood of sunrise over the town is hopeful and refreshing. Soft warm gold light creates a cozy glow. The early morning quiet adds to the feeling of possibility as the world begins to wake up. The mist…
Reflections
This week is a themed Monochrome Madness week, hosted by Leanne. “Reflections” is the theme, and I absolutely love reflections! This one is a reflection that I saw close to home. As usual it is from the local wetlands. This one is a random puddle capturing the reflection of the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Many people…
Wordless Wednesday – 14
ASSISI, ITALY
Finding Beauty in Unexpected Places
Patti (P.A.Moed) is hosting the Lens-Artists Photo Challenge this week, with the theme of Finding beauty in unexpected places This reminds us that wonder can emerge from anywhere. It challenges our perceptions, showing that even in the most ordinary settings, there are moments of inspiration waiting to be discovered. It might be a flock of…
Through Barcelona’s Doors
I really thought that I had posted these doors already. but when I looked back, apparently, I haven’t. So here it is. While walking through the streets of Barcelona. Here are doors … some made of black wrought iron. And others which are of solid, sturdy wood. Looks great doesn’t it. And this looks like…
Seven cats by the Window
NAZARE, PORTUGAL Lovely memory of Nazare. There were so many shops with handcrafted ceramics and souvenirs. Here are 7 cats by the window in the centre square of Nazare. .
Angono… a fun place to be
This week, Egidio’s challenge is Destination: Fun. I struggled to decide what to post this week because, for me, traveling—whether close to home or halfway around the world—is always an adventure filled with fun. But I suddenly remembered these places that my niece and nephew took us in Angono, Rizal in the Philippines. This is…
Doors in Finsbury Park
It was nice having a walk and seeing these colourful doors near where my son lives. Finsbury Park, located in North London, is known for its vibrant and eclectic community. One of the highlights of the area is its colourful doors. These doors often feature bright hues and artistic designs, reflecting the area’s diverse and…
Bridges in Monochrome
I love photographing bridges, so I’m excited about Leanne’s challenge this week! Traveling over a bridge always feels like stepping into a new adventure. One of my favorites is the iconic CityLink-Tullamarine tube in Melbourne. Its vibrant colors catch the eye and make it a landmark that everyone notices on their way to the airport….
Wordless Wedneday – 12
PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC
Tuesday Streetart Shoreditch – 58
SHOREDITCH, LONDON Sky High is a graffiti mural artist from London. His vibrant work of a Kingfisher is up in Garden Walk, Shoreditch.
Seven Cows in Barcelona, Lisbon, Porto
Ale-Hop is a Spanish retail chain offering a diverse range of quirky and creative gifts, gadgets, and home décor. It is owned by Vicente Grimalt and on one of his travels he saw a show featuring numerous animals but was particularly struck by a cow. Inspired, he bought a cow and placed it at the…
The Charm of Barcelona Doors
Barcelona is renowned for its vibrant street art scene, and its doors often serve as canvases for creative expression. I’m not into graffiti, but here are some examples that I saw on its doors. Artists transform plain or aged doors into colourful and intricate works of art. This form of street art adds a unique…
Wordless Wednesday – 11
LISBON, PORTUGAL
Uncovering the Uncommon
Ritva is hosting the Lens-Artists Photo Challenge this week, focusing on Common Objects. We often pass by ordinary objects and places without paying attention. But if we look closer, these things can surprise us with their beauty. By slowing down and looking at the world differently, we can find something special in the things we…
Seven Chimneys
This is the Lion Gate Lodge in the Royal Botanic Gardens in Sydney. And more importantly here are its 7 Chimneys for BeckyB’s Seven in September.
Wordless Wednesday – 10
MY TITLIS, SWITZERLAND
Doors in Covent Garden
LONDON, UK My son often tries to dissuade us from visiting Covent Garden, as he finds it boring. However, Jack and I find it quite enjoyable, even though it’s very touristy. We arrived at the tube station and got off there. Here are some of the doors we passed along the way. Just a five…
Wordless Wednesday – 9
PORTO, PORTUGAL
Wordless Wednesday – 8
TUILERIES GARDENS, PARIS, FRANCE