Category: Events & Concerts

2019 SF Pride Parade

Photos from the 2019 San Francisco Pride Parade

Is there a more beautiful parade than the Pride Parade? Not likely. This celebration of love and inclusiveness brings out friendly people, vibrant color, and, apparently, wonderful weather. Music, dancing and endless amounts of smiling faces make up this parade lasting around six hours or longer.

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Honolulu City Lights 2016 at Honolulu Hale

Christmas in Paradise – Honolulu City Lights 2016

Taking a break from procrastinating on my posts for Italy, Austria, Slovenia, Aruba, Colombia, Panama, Costa Rica, Nicaragua and Mexico (ugh), I present to you, in the meantime, the holiday magic of the Honolulu City Lights, an annual tradition on Oahu (where I’m from). It all takes place at Honolulu Hale (city hall) where a big Christmas tree is lit out front, and decoration and wreath contests are held within. So enjoy these photos with warm thoughts, wherever you are, while listening to the classic Hawaiian song inspired by the event.

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View of Milan from the Terrazze del Duomo

Milan – Elegance, Nightlife & Expo 2015 (Videos)

Seven years ago in a lifetime far away, before I had ever been to Europe, when I still thought bruschetta was pronounced with a sh, the first native Italian came into my life. I decided to pick up the language, now having someone to practice with; I ditched French and embarked on a voyage into la bella lingua. She was from a small town near Milan, and, since then, I held a fascination for the bustling Italian metropolis. Seven years later, I finally saw the city for myself.

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SF Giants World Series 2014 Parade

Photos from the 2014 SF Giants World Series Victory Parade

Orange October comes to a glorious end for our beloved SF Giants with a classic confetti-filled parade. Led by mascot Lou Seal, the 2014 World Series champs slowly (slowly) made their way down Market Street amidst a sea of adoring baseball fans. With three World Series wins in the past five years, San Francisco was more than prepared to host a proper homecoming celebration. The parade ended at Civic Center with a televised ceremony.

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TrendyLime’s Alice in Wonderland 4th Anniversary Party in SF

Trendy Lime's 4th Anniversary Party. Photo credit: CalMax PhotographyCalMax Photography

Last week, I attended TrendyLime‘s 4th Anniversary party, an Alice in Wonderland-themed soiree held at Drake Bar & Lounge in San Francisco. The venue was filled with costumed attendees ready to socialize, take in several Wonderland games and pose in the photo booth. With two floors of space, Drake was a great spot for accommodating so many guests. Continue reading “TrendyLime’s Alice in Wonderland 4th Anniversary Party in SF”