Wednesday, December 31, 2008

Let's go travelling to 2009!



... and let's gonna party tonight :-) A very happy new year to all my readers!

Tuesday, December 30, 2008

Nisqually Glacier



Nisqually Glacier, Southeast of Seattle, WA State, USA

The Nisqually Glacier flows from the summit of Mount Rainier.

Monday, December 29, 2008

Mount Rainier National Park



Southeast of Seattle, Washington State, United States of America

Water is everywhere on Mount Rainier National Park.

Sunday, December 28, 2008

Small River



Southeast of Seattle, Washington State, United States of America

Small river going along Mount Rainier National Park.

Saturday, December 27, 2008

Mount Rainier



Southeast of Seattle, Washington State, United States of America

Mount Rainier is an active stratovolcano. I took this picture while going to Mount Rainier National Park.

Friday, December 26, 2008

Underground Tour in Seattle.


Underground Tour, Seattle, Washington State

This is the starting point of the Underground Tour in Seattle. The tour is a network of underground passageways and basements in downtown Seattle. It was a ground level at the city's origin in the mid-1800s.

Wednesday, December 24, 2008

Nativity Scene



This is the Nativity Scene on display at home:-)

I would like to wish you all a Transcendental Merry Christmas.

Tuesday, December 23, 2008

Lisbon is ready for Christmas :-)



Christmas Tree, Parque Eduardo VII, Lisbon, Portugal

Football



Luz Stadium, Lisbon, Portugal ( picture taken on my cell )

Football is the most popular sport of the world. Today my team didn't win, but being there supporting Benfica was great :-)

Saturday, December 20, 2008

Seattle Street View



Seattle, Washington State, United States of America

Friday, December 19, 2008

36 Hours in Lisbon - New York Times article



Calçada da Graça, Lisbon, Portugal

Please take a few moments to read "36 Hours in Lisbon" in the New York Times.

Thursday, December 18, 2008

Independence Day - United States - July 4



4th of July Celebration, Center for Wooden Boats, Seattle, Washington State

This picture was taken during Gas Work Park fireworks.

Wednesday, December 17, 2008

Wood Tree Texture



Capilano Suspension Bridge, Vacouver, Canada

Tuesday, December 16, 2008

Solar Clock



Vancouver, Canada

Monday, December 15, 2008

Sun is Shining



Vancouver Island, Canada

Sunday, December 14, 2008

What now?



Vancouver, Canada

Now it's time to visit Vancouver Island :-)

Saturday, December 13, 2008

Sintra View



Sintra, Portugal

One of the most interesting cities in Portugal is Sintra. Over there you find Castles, Mountains, Gardens, Parks and a very special weather.

This weekend I forgot my camera at home. The picture was taken on my cell. The quality is not the same as usual, but the feeling is there :-)

Friday, December 12, 2008

Kitsilano Beach



Kitsilano Beach, Vancouver, Canada

Thursday, December 11, 2008

Climbing Plants



Vancouver, Canada

Wednesday, December 10, 2008

Geodesic Dome



Legacy of Expo '86, Vancouver, Canada

Geodesic Dome is also known as the golf ball by locals.

Tuesday, December 09, 2008

Good Morning!



Vancouver, Canada

Monday, December 08, 2008

False Creek



False Creek, Vancouver, Canada

Sunday, December 07, 2008

Lions Gate Bridge



Lions Gate Bridge, Vancouver, Canada

Saturday, December 06, 2008

Fine Dining in Vancouver


Vancouver, Canada

Great moment, nice environment and perfect coexistence. Excellent feeling to start our journey in Vancouver.

Have a good evening!

Thursday, December 04, 2008

Rose Garden



Stanley Park, Vancouver, Canada

Wednesday, December 03, 2008

Stanley Park


Vancouver, Canada

Capilano Suspension Bridge



Vancouver, Canada

Friday, November 28, 2008

Inukshuk



Vancouver, Canada

This ancient symbol of the Inuit culture is traditionally used as a landmark and navigational aid and also represents northern hospitality and friendship. Constructed of grey granite by Alvin Kanak of Rankin Inlet, this monument was commissioned by The Government of the Northwest Territories for its Pavilion at Expo 86 and later given to the City of Vancouver.

Thursday, November 27, 2008

Cycling and Walking in Vancouver



Vancouver, Canada

Pedestrians and cyclists share a paved path along the beach.

Wednesday, November 26, 2008

Arriving at the hotel in Vancouver



Vancouver, Canada

Find out new places is always interesting.

Monday, November 24, 2008

Welcome to Canada!



Peace Arch International Park on the border of USA and Canada

Sunday, November 23, 2008

Peace Arch International Park



Peace Arch on the border of USA and Canada

This arch has two inscriptions:
- "Children of a Common Mother" in the USA side;
- "Brethren dwelling together in unity" in the Canadian side.

Friday, November 21, 2008

Scenic Drive



Orcas Island, Washington State, USA

I never get tired of pictures from Orcas Island. Next post I am going to show you my first time in Canada.

Let's keep in touch:-)

Thursday, November 20, 2008

Unique landscape



Orcas Island, Washington State, USA

I have been posting about Orcas Island, to show how beautiful the landscape is over there.

Monday, November 17, 2008

Driving around Orcas Island



Orcas Island, Washington State, USA

Friday, November 14, 2008

Orcas Island



Orcas Island

It is the largest of the San Juan Islands.

Thursday, November 13, 2008

San Juan Islands



San Juan Islands, Washington State, USA

Wednesday, November 12, 2008

Anacortes Ferry to San Juan Islands



Pacific Ocean

San Juan Archipelago is split into two parts: San Juan Islands that belong to the United States and Gulf Islands that belong to Canada.

This picture was taken in the Ferry to Orcas Island.

Tuesday, November 11, 2008

Mt. Hood



Spectacular view of Mt. Hood, Maupin, Oregon State.

Monday, November 10, 2008

Deschutes River



Deschutes River, Maupin, Oregon State

Maupin is centered around the river.

Friday, November 07, 2008

Oregon River Rafting Trips



Deschutes River, Maupin, Oregon State

Thursday, November 06, 2008

Maupin



Maupin, Oregon State, USA

Maupin is a small city in Oregan State. It is excellent for outdoor activities, such as fishing and rafting.

Wednesday, November 05, 2008

Yakima welcomes you



Yakima, Washington State, USA

Tuesday, November 04, 2008

The Oval Office



Today US voters go to pools. The oval office is ready to receive the next President.

The picture above was taken in Atlanta at Carter Center. It is a full-scale replica of Jimmy Carter’s White House Oval Office, furnished exactly as it was during his administration.

Monday, November 03, 2008

Class of American Automobile



Ford Mustang

If you're thinking of renting a car in US, Mustang is a very good choice.

Monday, October 27, 2008

South Beach



South Beach
Discovery Park
Seattle

Sunday, October 26, 2008

Weltliteratur exhibition



Weltliteratur. Madrid, Paris, Berlin, Saint Petersburg, the World!

The picture was taken today at Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation.

Saturday, October 25, 2008

Tagus River, 25th of April Bridge and Christ the King


This picture was taken at Av. Brasília - Pavilhão Poente. Along the way, there are several coffees and restaurants to stop.

Friday, October 24, 2008

West Point Lighthouse



West Point Lighthouse
Discovery Park
Seattle

This is the point between the north and south beaches.

Thursday, October 23, 2008

Discovery Park



Hiking the Loop Trail

Discovery Park
Seattle