The city of bicycles, umbrellas and pencil box houses. My second home and the city where I found my true love. The golden light at the sunrise, the ocean of flowers three seasons a year and the friendliness of this city never get old. In fact, they make you want to come back over and over again. So many small fine details of the architecture make me discover it all over again every time I am strolling through Amsterdam streets. And this time I managed to steal three whole hours right after the … [Read more...]
ON THE MAP: BOSTON
Now that I have a high schooler who is actively looking at the undergraduate colleges, our travel destinations are not so much sunny warm beaches but campuses of the universities. Which means we get to see some amazing places which we would not thought of immediately otherwise. So this spring break we headed to stunning Boston and had an absolutely incredible week there! There are many things about it to fall in love with and I would love to share my personal experience visiting it and a few … [Read more...]
10 EASTER TRADITIONS FROM AROUND THE WORLD | Dot Dot Dot Photography, Lake Forest, IL
As much as Easter Bunnies and eggs are an integral part of Easter traditions, I was not sure what exactly the bunnies and eggs had in common that they became such strong symbols of Easter celebrations around the world. While looking for an answer I came across a few fascinating articles which were describing different authentic and unique Easter traditions in different countries. Having lived in 3+ countries and with so many friends and relatives scattered around the world, I became really … [Read more...]
A Pin On The Map: Lake Como, Italy | International Travel Photographer, Chicago
I am such a sucker for the sunsets. I mean, can anybody even explain their magic?! Rich colors, soft velvety sounds of nature, magical reflections, romance in the air. Add to that a couple of peacefully floating ducks and you have a picture perfect, well, picture. No pun intended :o) Italy is one of my favorite countries to visit. The combination of culture, architecture, sense of style, humor and plain amazing food are most certainly something to be excited about! There is definitely … [Read more...]
A Pin On The Map: Hawaii | Travel Photography, USA
{Travel Photographer, Chicago, IL} Traveling has always been such a big part of my life. My grandparents made sure it became part of our family DNA, and my parents were loosing no time in breeding me and my little brother into the true globe trotters. They quite literally showed us the world: by car, by plane, by train, by boat, by foot. Later, I was very fortunate to marry a guy, who is just as much a world citizen as I am and does not need to be asked twice to pack his travel bag. We … [Read more...]
Brazil, Brazil! You Stole My Heart | Lake County Professional Photographer
{Travel Photographer, Brazil, Rio De Janeiro} This summer's trip to Brazil was one of the best things we have done as a family! After about two years of staying put in the US and finalizing our international relocation from the Netherlands, we all could not wait to pack the suitcases, board the plane and set off for a far away country. The destination was somewhat unexpected and spontaneous, but it WOW-ed us in every possible way and we get to keep some of the most beautiful views, … [Read more...]