This is the view from the Church of Our Lady of Remedy that sits half way up the steep mountain overlooking Kotor, Montenegro. (see Chapel) Thought for the Day: Once a year, go somewhere you’ve never been before. The Dalai Lama
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Kotor, Montenegro I awoke shortly after daybreak. The coastline was visible from both sides of the ship. For the next 90 minutes we sailed between winding mountainous coastlines, also known as Europe's southern most fiords. Suddenly, we reached a deadend and arrived at Kotor, Montenegro. Nestled at the base of steep limestone cliffs, it was … Continue reading Kotor, Montenegro
Like all European cities, regardless of size, Helsinki's city center is the hub of daily activities. The streets are crowded but friendly. Tourists and locals bumping elbows, communicating as best they can, one seeking adventure the other making a living. The city market, shown in this photo, sits right on the harbor, providing a wide … Continue reading Helsinki City Center
If there is such a thing as a "blue collar" harbor, I would say Riga, Latvia would certainly fill the bill ... and possibly be the poster child. Latvia is a small country in Eastern Europe situated between Lithuania and Estonia on the Baltic Sea. Basically flat, 98% of the country lies below 656' above … Continue reading Riga Harbor
Chatham Harbor is on the east coast of Cape Cod, Massachusetts, on the elbow where the land turns and extends due north. This photo is about 20 minutes before sunrise. Nearby is the Chatham Lighthouse. Nothing special about it, really, but I was lucky to catch the moon over it. I love the colors in … Continue reading First Light