Basel, Switzerland 2026
This is the Town Hall of Basel, Switzerland, located on Marktplatz.
Overview of Our Viking Rhine River Cruise 2026
We did a 7-day Viking River Cruise of the Rhine in late September and even though low water levels caused modification to the planned destinations, it was still worth the journey. We had a great opportunity walk, explore and enjoy several European cites in six countries—Belgium; France; Germany; Luxembourg; Switzerland; The Netherlands. Added to that we got to enjoy the warm hospitality of an exceptional crew on Viking Longships, the Rolf and the Sigyn.
The Golden Hour Photography
This is a gallery of Sunrises and Sunsets I have photographed around the world.
Main Street - Huntington Beach, California
Tuesday, August 4, 2026 - We were having lunch at our favorite beach-side restaurant (Duke’s) when a stranger at another table asked us if we would like her to take our photo. I handed her my iPhone and this is what she captured.
Orange County 136th Fair - Costa Mesa, California 2026
July 23, 2026 - We made our annual visit to the Orange County Fair in Costa Mesa, California. It was a hot day but we managed to visit all of the exhibits and events we wanted to see.
Mormon Temple Open House - San Diego, California (2026)
June 25, 2026 - When I worked in San Diego in the 90’s, I drove past this temple as it was being build in full view of viehicles traveling on the I-5 freeway going into San Diego. No surprise that when I learned that it was open for Open House after several years of renovation, I had to see it.
Annual Scottish Fest (91st) USA - Costa Mesa, California 2026
May 23, 2026 - This is an event that was going on for decades with a home base in my neighborhood and I knew nothing about it. This year with prompting from my son, we decided to go and I was glad we did.
Santa Catalina Island, California (2025)
Sunday, September 28, 2025 - Catalina Island was the second stop we made on our California Coast Cruise which started in Vancouver, Canada.
San Francisco, California (2025)
Friday, September 26, 2025 - San Francisco, California. This is the first stop we made on the California Costal Cruise
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada (2025)
Sunday, September 21, 2025 - Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.
Bridgetown by Day - Barbados
March 27, 2024 - Bridgetown is the Capital City of Barbados. Through the years it has changed significantly. Some of the photos I have captured would reflect some of the most recent changes.
Bridgetown After Dark - Barbados
November 6, 2018 - Bridgetown turns on its charm in the month of November to celebrate Independence Day and Republic Day.
Diana Ross - San Diego, California
June 11, 2023 - Diana Ross in concert at the Rady Shell in San Diego, California
Pacific Airshow, Huntington Beach, California (2022)
October 1, 2022 - Pacific Airshow at Huntington Beach Pier on Pacific Coast Highway (PCH) and Main Street.
Part 4 - Franconian Switzerland, Bavaria, Germany 2005
March 20, 2005 - Neideck Castle (Burgruine Neideck) Ruins
Part 3 - Bamberg, Bavaria, Germany 2005
March 19, 2005 - Bamberg, Bavaria, Germany. A fairytale city.
Part 1 - Erlangen, Bavaria, Germany 2005
March 12, 2005 - I visited Germany for fourteen days on business. My base during that period was Erlangen. Siemens, the German medical healthcare company was my employer at the time. This company has a significant presence in Erlangen.