Church – VirtualWayfarer

BackpackingDecember 26, 2014December 26, 2014

2014 – A Year of Travel In 65 Black and White Photographs

As 2014 comes to a close it is time to look back over the year and to highlight some of my favorite photography. In 2014 I traveled less far-afield than during previous years but simultaneously spent …

Friday Photo GalleryFebruary 21, 2014

The View From Assisi – Weekly Travel Photo

Situated in the heart of the rich Umbrian countryside the hilltop town of Assisi embodies the aura, charm, and personality of Italian hilltop cities. The view from the historic city is enchanting and takes in a vist…

Friday Photo GalleryMarch 29, 2013April 5, 2013

Oslo Culture Clash – Weekly Travel Photo

Today's feature highlights an interesting cross-section of history. Snapped in the Oslo Fjord, it is of a small fisherman's church (or shrine, I'm not sure which) *Scratch that, I've been told it is a converted lightho…

BackpackingMay 14, 2012May 14, 2012

Dinner and a Sunset in Assisi

For the three days of the conference, I found myself periodically staring out the window of my room over a perfectly manicured vineyard at the unusual city and ancient structures that dominated the nearby hillside. I f…

BackpackingMarch 22, 2012March 25, 2012

Hagia Sophia and The Sultan Ahmed “Blue” Mosque

Hagia Sophia Every art and architecture student has studied the beauty and wonder of Hagia Sophia. It is a premier example of Byzantine art and construction. This fortress-esque structure has stood as a testament t…

BackpackingNovember 22, 2010March 9, 2011

The Day I Fell In Love With Copenhagen

The day started off well. After an absolutely fantastic evening out on the town, during which my friend Kevan introduced me to Danish nightlife I rolled out of bed and headed to the common area. There I ate breakfast, changed and then set out to meet Kevan at the nearby 7-11. Yep, that's right. I…

BackpackingNovember 18, 2010March 9, 2011

Bergen, A Scenic Seafood Picnic and Local Fjords

Still a bit giddy (silly but true) after the previous day's spectacular adventure on the Flam Railway and through the Nærøyfjord I opted to spend my final day in Bergen and the nearby fjords. After a relatively late st…