What do you think of when someone says ‘holidays’? Maybe sand between the toes, cool cocktails and long lazy sleep-ins? Or is 5 star hotels, taxi rides and city spots? Or early flights, lonely planet guides, and ‘stretched-arm-photos’? A mixture of all of the above? Yep, I hear what you are saying. I can almost see your dreamy eyes stare into space as you contemplate a relaxing holiday away from the hustle and bustle of our daily lives.
I too had mind-pictures of what kind of photos I should add into this weeks post; a close-up of a colourful long drink beside a turquoise pool, or a footprints winding away down a long golden beach … yeah, couldn’t find those; how about a nice hotel in a funky part of an old European town … nope, not there either. I was getting worried, thinking my photos are just not going to cut it, but I started to see a common theme in my photos. Let’s see if I can explain what I mean.
When you travel, holidays can mean many different things. However, you always have the opportunity to spend time with the locals …
When in Rome, prepare to pay
… but you should try to blend in …
Which one is the local of Edinburgh?
… and even if you feel top of the world …
Jungfrau - top of Europe
… and you want to hug everything you see …
Travel does strange things to people
… things can change. You can be easily confused with cultural differences …
Always pack the right shoes for the circumstances
… or stuck in traffic …
Moove, hairy coos
… remember to rest when you get the chance …
Comfort was a rare option for this little one
… and lean back, take a load off …
Its good to see the entire group relax together
… because no matter how you feel …
Do I look fat in this?
… you’ll always have a great time with your friends …
Great image for a great bunch
Enjoy all your travels and holidays!
Nelson McGrath
Richard Holst
Photo\Refraction 