The northwestern Portuguese city of Porto is characterized by hilly streets, buildings covered in multicolored azulejos, and a long history of port wine production. Polished townhouses decked out with flower boxes stand proudly beside dilapidated structures covered in graffiti, making Porto just as pretty as it is rough around the edges.
Tag Archives: Europe
Shades of Blue: Capturing the Island of Malta in Azure & Indigo
The Mediterranean island of Malta is awash in color. But its blue details might be the most captivating of them all.
The Windows of Heidelberg, Germany
Paying homage to Heidelberg, Germany, my home for a decade.
Sculpting Tomorrow’s Artisans: The Stonemason School in Pučišća, Croatia
Aspiring stonemasons on the Croatian island of Brač learn the ropes of an Old World art.
Malta’s Cliff-Diving Dog Captures Hearts Around the World
Mingling with Malta’s famous diving dog — a Jack Russell Terrier named Titti.
Exploring Malta’s Roman Roots at the Domus Romana Museum
From magnificent mosaics to marble statues, the Domus Romana Museum offers a wonderful peek at the island’s ancient Roman heritage.
Harvesting Sea Salt on the Maltese Island of Gozo
Gozo is home to gorgeous cliffs and beaches — and some fabulous salt pans, which are still in use today.
A Bittersweet Introduction to Malta’s Celebrated Honey and Bees
Malta has been known for its superb honey for thousands of years. Though the secret’s been out for a while, it’s still worth seeking this sweet stuff out.
