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North Coast 500 Campsites and Glamping Sites Guide & Directory

Published: 13th January 2022 by Laurence Norah -2 Comments

North Coast 500 campsite guide - Kylesku bridge sunrise

We have travelled Scotland's North Coast 500 route numerous times in all conditions. It's a spectacular route with epic scenery and a lot to see and do along the way. One of the more popular ways to experience the route, especially in summer, is to camp. This might be in a tent, a motorhome, or a caravan. Or, you might prefer something a bit more luxurious, and want to stay … [Read more...]

The Best Photography Gloves for Winter – Review of Vallerret Photography Gloves

Published: 1st January 2022 by Laurence Norah -2 Comments

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As a professional photographer with a passion for landscape photography, I spend a lot of time outside. I love taking photos in wintery conditions, and having the right photography gloves for winter and cold weather photography is really important. That's true whether I'm shooting in the snow, taking pictures of the Northern Lights, or just doing general landscape … [Read more...]

3 Days in New York – The Perfect New York Itinerary

Published: 23rd December 2021 by Laurence Norah -2 Comments

3 Days in New York - Statue of Liberty

Jess and I have visited New York City many times, and it's definitely a city we never tire of exploring. There's just so much to see and do! In this post, we wanted to share an itinerary for spending 3 days in New York. This will give you enough time to see many of the city's highlights, from world class museums through to famous sights and spectacular viewpoints. This … [Read more...]

Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort Finland – Review of this Glass Igloo Hotel

Published: 11th December 2021 by Laurence Norah -6 Comments

Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort review

If you're planning a trip to Finland in winter, you might be considering including a stay in a glass igloo during your time there. If that's the case, we wanted to share our thoughts on Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort, which was the original glass igloo hotel in Finland. Whilst there are now many glass igloo hotels in Finland, Kakslauttanen remains one of the most well-known and … [Read more...]

Best Noise Reduction Software for Photography 2023 – Topaz DeNoise AI vs On1 NoNoise AI vs DxO PureRAW vs Adobe Lightroom

Published: 6th December 2021 by Laurence Norah -22 Comments

Best Noise Reduction Applications in Photography

Noise reduction can be an important part of a photographer's workflow. In this guide, I'm going to compare some of the most popular noise reduction software applications on the market, to give you an idea of which might be best for you. Specifically, I'll be comparing Topaz DeNoise AI 3 against On1 NoNoise AI 2023, DxO PureRAW 2, and Adobe Lightroom Classic 11. As a … [Read more...]

A Weekend in York Itinerary: How to Spend 2 Days in York England

Published: 14th November 2021 by Laurence Norah -Leave a Comment

York Weekend Itinerary - York Shambles Street

The beautiful walled city of York, England is the perfect location for a weekend break. It's easily accessible from most of the UK, there's plenty to see and do, and it's compact enough for walking around. We've visited York many times, and in this guide we're going to share with you how to spend the perfect weekend in York. From what to see and do, to where to stay to how … [Read more...]

Visiting the Tower of London 2023: Everything You Need to Know!

Published: 16th October 2021 by Laurence Norah -2 Comments

White Tower Tower of London

If you're visiting London, we think that a visit to the Tower of London should definitely be high on your list of things to do in the city. This is home to one of the oldest intact buildings in London, and has seen a huge amount of history. We've visited multiple times, and always have a great day out here. There's a lot to see and do at the Tower of London, from seeing the … [Read more...]

Things to do in Inverness Scotland

Published: 27th September 2021 by Laurence Norah -2 Comments

Inverness Things to do Sunset

Inverness, also known as the capital of the Highlands, is the northernmost city in the UK. In addition to its own city attractions, Inverness is also the starting point for the popular North Coast 500 driving route and is a handy base for visiting a wide range of popular Scottish attractions including Loch Ness and Culloden Battlefield. There are also plenty of things to do … [Read more...]

Hiking Suilven in Scotland: A Guide + Experience with Hamlet Mountaineering

Published: 20th September 2021 by Laurence Norah -2 Comments

Suilven Hike Canoe Trip Hamlet Mountaineering

I wanted to put together a brief guide to hiking Suilven in Scotland as this is a very popular hill walk in the northern Scottish Highlands. The hike can be done on your own or with an experienced local guide, and I just recently came back from doing this hike. If you've read our content on Scotland, and the North Coast 500 road trip in particular, you've probably seen … [Read more...]

Where to Sell Used Cameras and Photography Gear

Published: 13th August 2021 by Laurence Norah -4 Comments

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If you are looking for the best place to sell your used cameras and other photography equipment, then this guide is for you. I've put together all my favourite places to sell photography equipment, as well as a guide to how to get the best price out of your old gear. First, some background. As a professional photographer, I've collected quite a large amount of photography … [Read more...]

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