Because of the storm, the funicular was out of order for the rest of our holiday. That meant a lot of walking up the hill between Mazzaro’ and Taormina.
Hundreds of steps, but so worth it.
Blissful in Paros
Walking Around Bruges – part 2
A few more shots from my trip to Bruges.
All photos taken with Nikon D40 and edited with a mix of A Beautiful Mess Actions and my own.
Last Summer in Thasos
Vines and grapes on the balcony of our rented studio flat. It doesn’t get better than this.
I always manage to get one shot like this. Every single summer holiday.
I thought they were the stuff of legends, but here it is: a hummingbird moth! Leisurely drinking nectar just outside our window.
After walking in the heat we ended up here, where a lovely old lady (and smart business woman) offered us a sit in the shade.
Ancient olive trees spread across the whole island. I don’t think I’ve ever seen trunks like these before.
I speak often about my love for the sea…I think it’s calling me. Again.
Walking Around Bruges – part 1
Picture this: me, a camera, a very photogenic town (but aren’t they all) and a plan to avoid cliches.
Have I succeeded?
I let you decide.
Postcards from Bruges
Bruges is stunning. Picture postcard perfect. So much to see and do. And eat
Room and breakfast (or what’s lefts of it) a the Pand hotel, right in the centre of town.
I found it particularly beautiful at night. Maybe because there are less people around. The light works to create a magic atmosphere.
We walked everywhere. My step counter nearly popped. And me with it.
Shops of all kind, from quirky to avant garde.
We tried as many types of beer that we could, but didn’t even scratch the surface.
And did I mentioned the cakes?
I love the contrasting styles.
I’ve never seen that many swans in my life. They pretty much own the place. Of course, they are the symbol of the city.
Experimenting with lighting effects in the dark pub. While beer tasting, naturally.
Love the details! Especially the lace-like fence.
I couldn’t get enough of the contrasts.
I’m not sure who left the bicycle parked there, but it seemed to be a feature. And what about the bench, practically in the canal? For those hot summer days, when you need to freshen up after a long walk, I guess
Overwhelmed by the crowds of tourists in the town centre? (I was!) Luckily there are oasis of quiet and peace just a little walk away.
All photos taken with iPhone5 and edited with VSCO Cam.
Three “Madonelle” in Rome
The third one is a Magdalene I think, just happened to be in the right corner at the right time, when I was on a hunt for images last year in Rome.
I’m not planning to go back until November, for the harvest of the olives, a little tradition in my family. In the meantime I revisit it by going through the archives.
Expect more Rome themed posts in the near future, the sign that I’m starting to miss it.
The Peak District – Haddon Hall on a Rainy Day
Last month we were off to the Peak District for a few days. A lot of walking around, visiting a couple of mansion houses, some rain, a bit of sun…the usual.
The day we decided to visit Haddon Hall, it was pouring down! From Bakewell, where we stayed, we made our ways through the woods, and got there just as the rain was getting heavier.
We took shelter at the cafe to warm up and dry a bit before entering the house, where the fire had been lit, making the place warm and cozy. I wished I could have spent the rest of the day curled up on the sofa, reading a book. Or watching the rain outside the window.
I have to admit that the wet weather didn’t take anything off the beauty of the place. Actually in a way the greyness suits the place, adding to the already gothic atmosphere.
The house has been used as the set for different film adaptations of Jane Eyre, as well as playing the part of Humperdinck’s Castle in The Princess Bride. Just to name a few.
Luckily the day after, when we went to Chatsworth it was lovely sunny.
But that’s a story for another day.
Fading away
I go through my photo files on a regular basis, to sort and edit a bunch of photos. There are always more, and I don’t even think I spend that much time with my camera! Not as much as I would like, at least. I tend to take loads of photos when I travel, of course.
So here we go, more ‘holiday shots’.