If you’ve visited this site before, then you may know that I’ve traveled to more than 25 countries (on 5 continents), including some that might be considered ‘once-in-a-lifetime’ journeys; I’ve also had “life-changing” experiences along the way. I feel great about where I’ve been and have no regrets. Of course, […]
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Village in Sumatra, Indonesia (Photo of the Day) | Chicky Bus
Today’s photo I shot right here in Payakumbuh, the village where I’m staying in Western Sumatra in Indonesia. Normally, I only post unfiltered/unaltered photos, but this time, I just couldn’t resist… Payakumbuh–the village in Western Sumatra, Indonesia, where I’m currently staying This is (minus the filter) what I see when […]
Read MoreBlue Water and Sky: Lake Toba, Sumatra, Indonesia (Photo of the Day) | Chicky Bus
Lake Toba, as seen from Samosir Island (N. Sumatra, Indonesia), is today’s travel photo. The lake, which is nearly the same size as Singapore (100 kilometres long and 30 kilometres wide), is the result of the eruptions of a ‘super volcano’ that occurred about 70,000 years ago. Lake Toba/Samosir Island […]
Read MoreMorals & Ethics of Travel Photography: When Shouldn’t You Take That Photo?
Ever find yourself in a situation where you want to snap a photo, but for some reason, you hesitate? Perhaps something about the subject or the situation doesn’t feel quite right and after quick consideration, you turn off your camera. Or perhaps, despite feeling that it’s wrong on some level, […]
Read MoreIndigenous Ecuadorian Woman Chatting on Cellphone at Market (Photo of the Day) | Chicky Bus
Today’s photo of an indigenous Ecuadorian woman was taken at a market somewhere near Cuenca. I think I shot it at Gualaceo, but it might have been at Chordeleg. I visited both that particular day. Indigenous Ecuadorian Woman at Market Near Cuenca What Inspired the Shot? I love taking photos […]
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