Costa Rica - a loving tribute

7 years years since I studied/lived in the beautiful country of Costa Rica and to this day, I am beyond thankful. I was fortunate enough to document some of the amazing locations that I still recall vividly from time to time.

To look towards the horizon and see as though the world ends is truly a breathtaking site.

The amazing family that I lived with truly captured my heart and taught me so much about their incredible country.

From the serene botanical gardens to the active volcanoes, every location was a fantastic adventure that captured our sense of being.

There are moments to be in awe, for me, this was a trip one that will remain for a lifetime.

For your next vacation, consider visiting Costa Rica to have your own adventure.

Start here: Visit Costa Rica

Best,

-Wally

Long Weekending - Naples, FL

Recently I found photos of when I visited Naples, FL, it was not hard to understand why people come to first vacation/live and later retire.

What a fantastic community, situated in the gulf with so much to offer. Picturesque sunsets and turquoise coastlines, I am humbled to have had the opportunity to visit several times in my youth.

Amazing people, fantastic food with a touch of old world living in Old Naples. The Naples Pier is a great location to watch breathtaking sunsets.

Definitely stop by Old Naples Pub for food/drinks as they have this amazing atrium lined with vines. Filled with sounds of birds by day and magical lighting in the evening hours.

Thank you to my amazing family friends that hosted us!

Best,

-Wally

New York City - A Unusual December

I know that one last spontaneous  trip was needed in 2015, so New York City was booked and left the following day. I had to visit the city since the weather was beyond unusually warm and I needed to make it more of a Fitcation. 

First stop, Henry Hudson Hotel in Columbus Circle. This was the perfect location since wanted to be near Central Park and along the metro.

There is nothing like running around the Jackie Onassis Reservoir in the morning light. It is truly a sight to see and may visitors to the city never see how vast Central park is with in the concrete walls. Afterwards, it was time to do some holiday shopping and there is only one timeless place to go….Hello 5th Ave. During the holidays, these sidewalks are so festive that are truly an event to see. Did I mention that I ran into THE BILL CUNNINGHAM at Bergdorf Goodman’s!!!! (Thank you Netflix and Richard Press for the documentary)

Walking the city with all of the lights is so refreshing and empowering. These are the areas that only time can create and tradition is embraced. I hope that you stop for a moment, take a deep breath and just experience the magic.

The following day, it was off to Brooklyn to catch up with a long time friend at Shake Shack. Beyond delicious and grab a shake to go!!!! Check out the Shine for a personal solar-powered device! So cool.

Forget staying in your comfort zone, get out and explore the amazing world we live in!!!

Best,

Wally.