If you haven't noticed from my Instagram feed lately, I have a slight obsession with spring. Call it the warming temperatures, the blue skies, or the blooming flowers, I love it all. My allergies on the other hand have been working overtime to make sure I know exactly what season it is - the one that brings itchy eyes, runny noses, and constant sneezing. I do my best to forget these allergies by fully immersing myself into any springtime activity that I can (pretty sure it's actually making my allergic reactions worse #ohwell). Asia is known for it's stunning spring landscapes, and with 2014 being third one we've experienced, I can honestly say I have yet to be disappointed. I've spend a lot of time outside lately enjoying it, and it's ... Read More
Archives for April 2014
Paris Travel Guide
I've never been to Europe. That doesn't mean I really, really, really don't want to go! As much as I LOVE Asia, my heart is aching for the romantic architecture, history, and landscapes that only Europe can bring. Obviously France is on my list of go-to places! I know some travelers have a love/hate relationship with Paris, but we can all agree that if we had the opportunity to travel there, we would take it would we not? Are you traveling to Paris anytime soon? Give this travel guide a look below to help in you in your planning stages! ----------- The following post is contributed by site supporters of Living Another Language. The capital of France, Paris has long been a favourite destination for romantic couples, but it makes for a ... Read More
12 Tips on Night Photography
I haven't had a flash for my camera since 2012. It's not that I hate them or anything, I just don't see the necessity for the kind of pictures that I take. Believe it or not, a flash isn't necessary for amazing night pictures. In fact, 97% of your night pictures (we're talking general landscape here, not portrait) will look better without the flash. Night photography is a whole different ballgame than 'day' photography. You'll have to reverse some settings typically used in the day due to the sun not being there for you. Also, you're going to have to switch your DSLR off automatic mode and click it right on over to manual mode. Scary, I know, but I'll walk you through a few tips to help you capture gorgeous, crisp night photos. FOR ... Read More
Sunday Night Market, Chiang Mai
As you now know, Derik and I spent a couple days in Chiang Mai over our two month trip. I'm so glad we decided to, because it turns out that Chiang Mai is one of my favorite places in all of Thailand. It's eccentric, quiet, artsy, and a lot less stressful than the crowded, busy island of Phuket. It was a great rest stop before the end of our journey (yes, if you haven't noticed I'm actually posting chronologically backwards , so sorry about that). We spent two days lazing around town, visiting temple ruins and eating yummy food. We also happened to be there when the weekend hit. The Sunday Night Market is the biggest, most famous market in Chiang Mai. Although our hotel was directly on the Night Bazaar street, (a smaller market open ... Read More
