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What was in my camera bag for our 5-month Europe Trip
What was in my camera bag for our 5-month Europe Trip

2023 was a big travel year for our family. We spent 23 weeks, or five and a half months, traveling mainly in Europe with a small detour in Africa and Asia, setting our footprints on 18 countries. Here’s a full list of my camera gear used for that trip.

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2023 Europe, Travel photography, EuropeBelinda ShiApril 16, 2024mirrorless camera, equipment, lens, tripod, filter, family travelComment
Top 10 Tips To Take Great Travel Photos In Crowded Places
Top 10 Tips To Take Great Travel Photos In Crowded Places

After traveling with my kids in Europe for 5 straight months last year, I finally compiled my top 10 tips on How To Take Great Travel Photos In Crowded Places.

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How To Photograph, Photography Tips, FeaturedBelinda ShiMarch 28, 2024Europe, tutorial, crowdComment
2023 - A Year In Review
2023 - A Year In Review

2023 was our family’s biggest travel year ever. We spent 161 days, or 5.5 months, traveling in Europe with a small detour in Africa and Asia, setting our footprint to 18 countries outside of the US.

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2023 Europe, A Year In ReviewBelinda ShiJanuary 10, 2024photography course, document happiness, Germany, Italy, Romania, Morocco, Turkey, Croatia, Montenegro, Albania, Ireland, France, Bulgaria, Belgium, Switzerland, Austria, Liechtenstein, Vatican CityComment
9 Day Road Trip In Ireland And Northern Ireland - Itinerary & 12 Best Photo Spots
9 Day Road Trip In Ireland And Northern Ireland - Itinerary & 12 Best Photo Spots

We traveled to Ireland as the final stop of our 23-week family trip in 2023. Check out our itinerary and 12 favorite photo spots.

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Europe, Travel, 2023 EuropeBelinda ShiDecember 18, 2023Ireland, island, beach, national park, mountain, ocean, Atlantic, Europe, landscape photography, long exposure, sunset, tree, waterfall, seascape, UNESCO, winter, coast, clouds, rainComment
Capturing the Charm: 12 Best Photo Spots in Marrakesh and Essaouira
Capturing the Charm: 12 Best Photo Spots in Marrakesh and Essaouira

From the vibrant markets to the coastal allure, Marrakesh and Essaouira of Morocco provide a diverse range of photo spots waiting to be explored.

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Travel, AfricaBelinda ShiDecember 12, 2023children, sunset, Morocco, Africa, sunrise, muslim, beach, moon, cityscape, architecture, mosque, tree, street, garden, boat, blue, Road Trip, UNESCOComment
Capturing the Magic through the Sahara Dunes, Road Trip Between Fes and Marrakesh
Capturing the Magic through the Sahara Dunes, Road Trip Between Fes and Marrakesh

Our road trip itinerary between Fes and Marrakesh through Merzouga, and top 12 photo subjects and spots along the way.

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Travel, Africa, FeaturedBelinda ShiDecember 8, 2023children, sunset, Morocco, Africa, hiking, sunrise, muslim, desert, valley, road, Road Trip, animal, UNESCOComment
Capturing the Essence: 12 Best Photo Spots in Fes, Morocco
Capturing the Essence: 12 Best Photo Spots in Fes, Morocco

Fes is a city where every corner tells a story of centuries past. Check out these 12 best photo spots to explore the endless array of visual treasures and maximize your photo experience there.

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Africa, TravelBelinda ShiDecember 5, 2023Morocco, Africa, mosque, sunrise, sunset, children, cityscape, hiking, UNESCO Comments
17-Day Road Trip Itinerary In Morocco - Part 1: Tangier, Chefchaouen
17-Day Road Trip Itinerary In Morocco - Part 1: Tangier, Chefchaouen

Our 17-day Morocco road trip route map, and 8 best photo spots of our first 4 days in Tangier and Chefchaouen.

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Travel, AfricaBelinda ShiDecember 2, 2023children, cityscape, architecture, sunset, Morocco, Africa, blue, mountain, hiking, sunrise, muslim, mosque Comments
One Day In Milan Italy - 10 Best Photo Spots
One Day In Milan Italy - 10 Best Photo Spots

On our trip from Europe to Africa, we made a quick stop in Milan, Italy, and enjoyed these 10 photo stops on our one-day tour there.

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Travel, Europe, 2023 EuropeBelinda ShiNovember 18, 2023children, cityscape, architecture, Europe, Italy, MilanComment
17-Day Road Trip In Romania (Part 4): 18 Best Photo Spots in Brasov and Cluj-Napoca
17-Day Road Trip In Romania (Part 4): 18 Best Photo Spots in Brasov and Cluj-Napoca

The last part of our 17-day road trip in Romania, and our favorite 18 photo spots in and around Brasov and Cluj-Napoca.

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2023 Europe, EuropeBelinda ShiNovember 12, 2023Romania, Brasov, Rasnov, Bran, castle, Road Trip, architecture, church, sunset, cityscape, garden, tower, BalkanComment
Capturing Transylvanian Treasures: 14 Best Photo Spots in Sibiu and Sighișoara, Romania
Capturing Transylvanian Treasures: 14 Best Photo Spots in Sibiu and Sighișoara, Romania

Our favorite 14 photo spots of two of Transylvania's gems, Sibiu and Sighișoara, as well as nearby UNESCO towns and villages on our 17-day road trip in Romania.

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2023 Europe, EuropeBelinda ShiNovember 7, 2023Balkan, Romania, Sibiu, Sighisoara, tower, medieval, square, bridge, church, museum, fortress, village, fall color, cityscape, sunsetComment
Exploring Romania's Scenic Highways - 7 Best Photo Spots along Transfăgărășan and Transalpina Highways
Exploring Romania's Scenic Highways - 7 Best Photo Spots along Transfăgărășan and Transalpina Highways

Part 2 of our 17 day road trip in Romania and our 7 favorite photo spots in two iconic highways along the Transfăgărășan and Transalpina Highways.

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2023 Europe, EuropeBelinda ShiNovember 6, 2023Romania, road, Road Trip, mountain, lake, waterfall, hiking, Balkan, highway, clouds, glacier, map, fogComment
17-Day Road Trip In Romania (Part 1) - 10 Best Photo Spots In Bucharest
17-Day Road Trip In Romania (Part 1) - 10 Best Photo Spots In Bucharest

We spent a total of 17 days exploring Romania on a road trip. I’ll guide you through my 10 favorite photo spots in our first stop, the capital city of Bucharest.

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2023 Europe, EuropeBelinda ShiNovember 4, 2023Romania, Bucharest, highway, road, Road Trip, mountain, waterfall, architecture, BalkanComment
4 Days Family Travel In Rome - 10 Best Photo Spots
4 Days Family Travel In Rome - 10 Best Photo Spots

Our family travel in week 17 of our Europe trip. Check out our walking tour map as well as 10 favorite photo spots in in Rome, Italy.

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2023 Europe, EuropeBelinda ShiOctober 30, 2023Italy, cityscape, Rome, ruin, urban, cafe, restaurant, fountain, church, UNESCOComment
11 Days Family Travel In Kotor Bay Montenegro - 8 Best Photo Spots
11 Days Family Travel In Kotor Bay Montenegro - 8 Best Photo Spots

Nestled between steep mountains and the azure waters of the Adriatic Sea, Kotor in Montenegro offers abundant photo opportunities. Here are my top 8 picks during our 11-day trip there.

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Europe, Travel, 2023 EuropeBelinda ShiOctober 23, 2023Europe, church, mountain, lake, sunset, milkyway, hiking, children, architecture, Kotor, Montenegro, bus, Balkan, UNESCOComment
11-day Family Travel In Dubrovnik Croatia - Top 8 Photo Spots
11-day Family Travel In Dubrovnik Croatia - Top 8 Photo Spots

Dubrovnik, the "Pearl of the Adriatic," is a stunning coastal city in Croatia known for its well-preserved medieval walls, picturesque architecture, and captivating views of the Adriatic Sea. Here are my top 8 photo spots.

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Travel, Europe, 2023 EuropeBelinda ShiOctober 13, 2023Europe, beach, children, castle, cityscape, harbor, port, architecture, sunset, hiking, mountain, Croatia, seascape, Balkan, UNESCOComment
5-Day Family Travel In Marseille France - Top 7 Photo Spots
5-Day Family Travel In Marseille France - Top 7 Photo Spots

Marseille, France's vibrant Mediterranean port city, offers a rich blend of culture, history, and stunning coastal views. We visited Marseille in week 13 of our Europe trip, and here are my favorite photo spots.

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Travel, Europe, 2023 EuropeBelinda ShiOctober 2, 2023Europe, beach, children, castle, cityscape, France, harbor, port, boat, architectureComment
8-Day In Istanbul Turkey - Top 9 Photo Spots
8-Day In Istanbul Turkey - Top 9 Photo Spots

Exploring Istanbul's Photogenic Wonders! Get ready to capture the perfect shot in Istanbul! From historic landmarks to hidden gems, here are some of my favorite photo spots in this vibrant city.

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Travel, Europe, 2023 EuropeBelinda ShiSeptember 26, 2023children, Turkey, Europe, boat, harbor, cityscape, sunset, architecture, muslim, cafe, mosque, street, hotelComment
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My kids climbing rocks, waves crashing beneath.
I stayed still—until the light felt just right.
A few quick frames. A moving subject. Then some long exposure of water’s quiet rhythm.
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Maybe more.  Each time, a little higher. A little bolder.

Each time, I stayed with the moment—and moved just a little.

First from the front. Then from the side.
Crouched low. Reached high
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All shot in spontaneous moments with no perfect plans—just intuition, built over two decades behind the lens.

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Over the past few months, my
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Over Memorial Day weekend, we set out to hike the west trail of Kaʻena Point State Park—the northwestern tip of Oʻahu. It was our second attempt after turning back in Ma

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