Little Slice Of Heaven - Hotel Torralbenc

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This weekend, my girlfriend Jackie and I decided to get out of Barcelona and take a spur of the moment trip somewhere.. (Which btw, is much easier said than done once you realize the thousands of options you have here in Europe) But narrowing down the options became much easier once we realized we were looking for a weekend of doing nothing but hiding out in the sun, eating phenomenal food, drinking good wine and well, just being pampered.. So after doing a bit more research we stumbled across Hotel Torralbenc on the island of Menorca and decided to look no further. Best. Decision. Of. Our. Lives... I have never experienced a place so serene and tranquil in my life. The hotel is set on top of a hill, surrounded by acres of farmland and vineyards. You feel like your a million miles away from anything or anyone.. but in actuallity there's 120 white sand beaches in any which way you look. The property reminded me so much of being back in Napa Valley (which is one of my favorite places on earth). Except now I'm on an Island.. Out in the Mediterrainean Sea..  Laying poolside.. Overlooking the sprawling vineyards that roll for miles down to the sea, with a buttler bell by my side. Need I say anymore? I'll let the images take it from here.


Menorca Photo Diary

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There's a handful of places that hold a special place in my heart and Menorca is one of them.. the smallest of the Baleric islands and by far the most quiet of them, I find myself going back time and time again.. The islands are known to be major tourist destinations in the summer but for some reason Menorca is far less crowded than the rest.. and I hope it stays that way. It's a place to escape and feel isolated out in the Mediterranean.. where you drive for an hour and only see cows or horses.. no people in sight.. and an island full of diverse terrain and hidden beaches you have to hike too. To me, this place is as close as you get to heaven.


The Amalfi Coast

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There's something so magical about the Amalfi coast.. And for a second year in a row, I've found myself being drawn to come back. I feel so at peace here.. Like I'm a million miles away from any sort of obligations/stress or commitments. Just free to let my mind check out and be present with all the beauty this place offers. It's a grounding experience each time I visit and since I was feeling a little overdue for some "P&Q" time, I jumped on the first flight I could find after my shoot in Barcelona, and now here I am... already grinning from ear to ear.


Picture Perfect Passau

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Shooting in the cutest little city in Germany... It's not very often I stumble across a place that is this "picture perfect". All the buildings here are perfectly coordinated in pastel colors, the old cobbled streets are charmed with colorful designs, and cafe's are decked out in an adorable 50's retro theme. This place has so much character and I can see why it's one of Germany's best kept secrets. Passau is every photographer/bloggers dream come true. And as if it couldn't feel anymore like a story book, their annual Christmas market is going on right now so the streets are draped with hanging lights, Christmas trees are on every corner and there's lots and lots of gluehwein to keep you warm! :) 

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My Top Picks - San Francisco

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As most of you know, a big portion of my younger years were spent here in San Francisco and the Bay Area. This place has become a second home to me. So while I'm here now, eating/drinking my heart and soul away, I thought I would share with you some of San Francisco's best kept secrets.

With all the innovation, creativity and entrepreneurship that surrounds this city, there's no question why SF produces some of the best restaurants and cafes in the country.

 Nopa Restaurant   

560 Divisadero at Hayes

A food lovers dream. A mix of organic, urban ispired and rustic cruisine. 

Favorite Menu Item: Sopaipillas – Burnt Orange Caramel

 The Grove 

301 Hayes St

Best restaurant to cozy up and treat yourself to the best comfort food around. 

Favorite Menu Item : Grilled Cheese w/ Tomato Basil Soup.

 Scomas 

Al Scoma Way

This place needs no introduction. They've been culminating the best seafood dishes since 1965.

Favorite Menu Item : Lazy Man Cioppino 

 The Mill 

736 Divisadero St

Don't let the simplistic menu fool you. They are specialist in what they serve.

Favorite Menu Item - Country Toast w/ Almond Butter & Cinnamon Sugar

 Wrecking Ball Coffee 

613 York St

If you're a coffee connoisseur like myself, check this place out. You're welcome in advance. 

Favorite Menu Item: Cappuccino 



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Hi everyone! Thank you for checking out the launch of my new site. I look forward to taking you along with me on my travels and sharing my experiences with each and every one of you!

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