If you’re planning a trip to Puerto Rico and only have five days to explore, you’re in for a treat! The Island of Enchantment is only about the size of Delaware and Rhode Island combined, offering a perfect blend of history, culture, and natural beauty. This was my first time visiting, and while the stay […]

Over the years, you might have seen on social media epic pictures of the sun in the center between New York City buildings. This phenomenon is called Manhattanhenge, and it’s when the setting sun can be seen aligning precisely between the buildings of the grid, creating a radiant glow. As a New York City photographer, […]

If you’re planning a trip to Salt Lake City and only have three days to explore, you’re in for a treat! Utah has got to be one of, if not the most beautiful state in the US. In my opinion, the best part of a Salt Lake City 3 day itinerary is leaving the city. […]

Erin Go Bragh. That’s where I got my name from. It took 30 years for me to visit my namesake. If you’re planning a trip to Ireland and only have five days to explore, you’re in for a treat! The island of Ireland is only about the size of South Carolina. From the bustling capital […]

If you’re planning a trip to Taiwan (台灣) and only have ten days to explore, you’ll want to make the most of your time. Its nickname is Formosa, which means “beautiful island,” and b-e-a-utiful it is! The designation originally came from the Portuguese who occupied this small, but strategic island in the Pacific for a […]

It’s been a minute since I’ve traveled to Scandinavia, but it’s great to explore a new country during a one-week itinerary in Copenhagen. The capital of Denmark is listed as one of the safest, and happiest countries in the world! The time of year will impact your experience, but I went during the winter season. […]

As a travel photographer, Taipei is a metropolis that offers an incredible urban landscape to capture. The star attraction for cityscape photography here is undoubtedly Taipei 101 – at one point the world’s tallest building. This bamboo-inspired steel and glass skyscraper is an architectural marvel that dominates Taipei’s skyline with its distinctive design. Photographers can […]

Known as the “Silicon Valley of Taiwan”, Hsinchu has a lot of things to see, eat, and do. Often overshadowed by Taiwan’s larger cities like Taipei (臺北) and Kaohsiung (高雄), Hsinchu offers visitors a unique blend of culture, history, and nature. However, what elevates this city on the global map is Hsinchu Science Park – […]

If you’re planning a trip to Taiwan you must visit Tainan (臺南市). The island of Taiwan is only about the size of New Jersey but has so many things to do! While Taipei (臺北) and Kaohsiung (高雄) often steal the tourist spotlight, Taiwan’s former capital, Tainan, is a hidden gem waiting to be explored. You […]

Taiwan and Taiwanese people are known for their hospitality and I got to experience that at not one, but both Shangri-La Far Eastern’s. With each visit, I’m reminded of the deep cultural roots that tie me to this island nation. During my most recent trip back, I finally had the chance to do some solo […]