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Travel Guide: Amalfi, Positano, and Ravello (Amalfi Coast, Italy)
My tips and recommendations for a weekend getaway to the beautiful Mediterranean Amalfi Coast: Amalfi, Positano, and Ravello.
Travel Guide: Lagos and Lisbon, Portugal
Portugal is an incredibly diverse, high-energy, beautiful country. From the unique seaside cliffs in Lagos, to the melting pot of cultures and cuisines Lisbon, you can’t go wrong!
Travel Guide: Italian Dolomites and Switzerland (European Alps)
A guide to the European Alps, featuring some of the best hikes and places to stay in the Dolomites and Switzerland.
The Logistics of Traveling Europe for Two Months
After spending two months abroad, I’ve broken down the logistics of the trip and all of the planning, packing, and events involved. You’ll find hotel recommendations, experiences, thoughts and more!
Travel Guide: Barcelona, Spain
Imagine the coolest beach town, full of lively streets, restaurants and bars, and safe neighborhoods with a Spanish flare. After spending a week in this city, here’s my top recommendations for 7 days in Barcelona!
Travel Guide: Tuscany, Italy (Chianti Region)
Pair the best wine in the world with good food and vast landscapes, and you’ve reached the Chianti Classico region of Tuscany in Italy. Here’s our itinerary from our wonderful trip!
Travel Guide: Cinque Terre, Italy
My personalized guide to the lovely Cinque Terre in Italy! This quaint area on the mediterranean coast is known for it’s pesto, white wine, and colorful villages.
Travel Guide: Carmel, California
From wine tasting to hiking, this little village has it all. If you like 65 degree weather, hearty Italian food, and the smell of salty air, well, this is your spot.
Explore Goblin Valley State Park, Utah
Only have a few hours to spare on your way between Moab and Capitol Reef? Roam among the goblins in this beautiful desert valley.
Hiking Grand Teton National Park
Grand Teton National Park in Wyoming is one of the most beautiful places I have ever been in my life. 25 miles of hiking, 5,000 total feet of elevation, and some sunset beers make for one hell of a trip.
5 Must-Know Tips for Zion National Park
Five tips I wish I knew before I planned my trip to Zion. Everything from Coronavirus updates, to shuttle ticket information, and more.
What’s In My Bag: Camera Gear
Check out what’s in my camera bag, featuring my camera body, Canon and Sigma lenses, and some of the items on my photography wishlist.
HAEL Lightroom Desktop and Mobile Presets
Learn all about the Lightroom Classic (Desktop) preset and Lightroom Mobile preset I’ve created over the last eight years of photographing. I discuss the reason behind it’s style, how to download to Lightroom, and provide before and after examples.