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Photo Display Ideas: How to Display your Photos

Published: 2nd January 2023 by Laurence Norah -2 Comments

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If you're anything like me, you probably take a lot of photos. One of the great things about digital photography is that we aren't limited by how much film we can buy, carry, or develop. Digital photography has made taking photos easier and cheaper, and as a result we take a lot more photos than we used to do in the film era. On a trip in the 1990s, I may have taken 4 rolls … [Read more...]

Winter Photography Clothing: Vallerret Base Layer Review

Published: 16th November 2022 by Laurence Norah -Leave a Comment

Vallerret Merino Wool Long Sleeve Tee Photography Base layer

As a professional travel photographer, I find myself out taking photos in all sorts of weather conditions and climates. Whether that's chasing the Northern Lights in Finland, shooting waterfalls in Iceland, or capturing Scotland in winter, I'm not one to let the weather get in the way of my goals. That said, I also grew up in the tropical Seychelles islands, and I'm not … [Read more...]

2 Days in Chicago – The Perfect Chicago Itinerary + Map and Tips!

Published: 3rd November 2022 by Laurence Norah -Leave a Comment

2 Day Chicago Itinerary - Cloud Gate Bean Chicago

In this guide, we're going to share with you our suggestions for how to spend two days in Chicago. As the third largest city in the USA, there is a lot to do in Chicago. There are world-class museums, a great selection of attractions, and some foods you just have to try. There are also cultural sights, from first-class performance venues through to architectural history. … [Read more...]

Challenges Taking Photos When Traveling (and How to Overcome Them!)

Published: 26th September 2022 by Laurence Norah -2 Comments

Manarola Moon Rise Cinque Terre

As you would expect from a full-time travel photographer, I spend a great deal of my time taking photos when traveling. That includes everything from landscape photography in remote locations, through to food, portrait, wildlife, event, and architectural photography in destinations around the world. Over the years of getting shots on the go, I have become familiar with the … [Read more...]

Guide to Visiting the London Eye in 2023

Published: 10th September 2022 by Laurence Norah -10 Comments

London Eye from north bank with County Hall

One of London's most recognizable and popular attractions is the London Eye. This enormous observation wheel has been providing visitors with wonderful views across London since the turn of the millennium, and is just as popular today as it was then. In fact, it is one of the UK's most popular paid attractions. We've ridden the London Eye a number of times on various … [Read more...]

2 Days in Milan – The Perfect Milan Itinerary + Tips

Published: 4th September 2022 by Laurence Norah -3 Comments

2 Days in Milan - Milan Duomo Exterior

Milan is the second largest city in Italy after Rome and the capital of Lombardy. It's well known as being the home of high-end Italian fashion designers, and many people come to Milan just for the shopping. However, there is lots more to do in Milan than shop. The city has spectacular artworks, including one of the most famous murals in the world, Leonardo Da Vinci's The … [Read more...]

The Best Water Filters for Travel 2023 + Everything You Need to Know

Published: 19th August 2022 by Laurence Norah -6 Comments

Travel Water Filter

If you are planning a trip or outdoor adventure to a destination where the local water might not be safe for drinking, you might be considering packing a water filter. This might be a backcountry camping trip, a hiking trip, or a trip overseas where you aren't sure if the tap water is safe to drink. Whatever the reason that you are thinking about packing a water filter, this … [Read more...]

VIP Vatican Key Master’s Tour Review – Is It Worth It?

Published: 15th August 2022 by Laurence Norah -6 Comments

VIP Vatican Key Masters Tour

A visit to the Vatican, specifically the Vatican Museums, is a popular activity for visitors to Rome, and for good reason. These museums, opened over 500 years ago, showcase the massive collection of treasures that the Catholic Church has gathered over the centuries. These range from ancient marble statues to Egyptian mummies to modern art paintings, and everything in … [Read more...]

14 Things to do in Entebbe Uganda

Published: 15th July 2022 by Laurence Norah -4 Comments

Entebbe Botanical Garden_by_Laurence Norah

If you're heading to Uganda, there's a high probability you'll fly into the international airport in Entebbe. Whilst many visitors head straight out on a safari or gorilla trek, we think there are plenty of things to do in Entebbe to make it worth spending at least a day or two of your trip. We've spent a number of days exploring the attractions of the Entebbe area, and … [Read more...]

Best Monitor for Photo Editing 2023 + What to Look For

Published: 4th July 2022 by Laurence Norah -4 Comments

Monitor for Photo Editing_by_Laurence Norah

In my opinion as a photographer, one of the best upgrades you can make to your photo editing workflow is a large high-quality monitor. Even if you primarily do your photo editing on a laptop, an external monitor for use when you are not on the move can be a great investment. It'll give you a larger screen to work with and make the editing process easier and more … [Read more...]

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