USA: ALASKA 2006, itinerary
In Anchorage, Alaska, we rented a recreational vehicle (RV) in late August for 24 days to experience unique Alaskan culture, glaciers, fjords, fall colors, hiking,… Read More »USA: ALASKA 2006, itinerary
Travel Advice
Nature travel photographer Tom Dempsey suggests tips for worldwide travel.
USA: ARIZONA: Havasu Canyon, Falls, Supai
Beautiful Havasu Canyon flows into the Colorado River, and is part of the Grand Canyon in Arizona. River rafters can hike a long rough trail… Read More »USA: ARIZONA: Havasu Canyon, Falls, Supai
Canon PowerShot G9 versus Canon 40D DSLR with f/2.8L IS lens
For family travel, Tom compares a big f/2.8L IS lens on heavy Canon 40D DSLR to a compact Canon PowerShot G9 camera on tripod: Photographer… Read More »Canon PowerShot G9 versus Canon 40D DSLR with f/2.8L IS lens
USA: OREGON: sea life, Newport Aquarium
Abundant sea life thrives along the Oregon Coast. View photos of the Newport Aquarium, sea nettles, starfish, sea anenome, fish, and other animals. The Oregon… Read More »USA: OREGON: sea life, Newport Aquarium
USA: OREGON Coast: seascapes, lighthouses
See attractive seascapes and lighthouses along the Oregon Coast for a great fall, winter, or spring escape. Summer has more crowded camping and lodging, but the… Read More »USA: OREGON Coast: seascapes, lighthouses
GREECE: Athens, Santorini, Crete, Zagori, Pindus Mountains, Meteora
After five weeks in Greece (called Ellada or Ελλάδα in Greek), we most enjoyed wandering romantic Santorini Island and trekking the rugged northern mountains of Zagori. We hiked a… Read More »GREECE: Athens, Santorini, Crete, Zagori, Pindus Mountains, Meteora
USA: ARIZONA: Antelope Canyon Navajo Park
Photo Tips for Antelope Canyon Navajo Tribal Park, Arizona Where: Page, Arizona: Upper and Lower Antelope Canyons are very easy to visit, great for both… Read More »USA: ARIZONA: Antelope Canyon Navajo Park
2007: compare Nikon D40X SLR, Canon Pro1, G7, Panasonic FZ8
In 2007, I upgraded from a Canon Powershot Pro1 (2004) to Nikon D40X SLR (2007), mounted with the flexible Nikkor AF-S DX VR 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G IF-ED… Read More »2007: compare Nikon D40X SLR, Canon Pro1, G7, Panasonic FZ8