I know I haven’t been updating my blog for quite a while now. The only reason is that, I’m running out of ideas what to put on the blog. Sounds silly doesn’t it? Although there are so many things to blog but sometimes I’m just stuck. I promised to blog at least once a week but that didn’t happen till now. I’m really sorry about that.
By the way, I’m glad I finally manage to finish the video. It didn’t take me too long to get it done (if I give full concentration on it). It’s just a matter of you want to do it or not that’s all. Sometimes I’m just thankful for things that happen to me even though it may sound ridiculous. For example, the internet connection was down last night. It was okay when I got home from work but it got disconnected an hour later if not mistaken. So, I was like… damn!
I didn’t even bother to go and check if there was something wrong with the router because obviously I could see the two little computers at the bottom right by the clock didn’t blink anymore. It’s got cross on it. Nevermind… perhaps it won’t take long. I said to myself. All of a sudden, I thought it might be a good idea to finish my Morocco’s video since I cannot browse the net at the moment. Then I started to compile and edit the video till I completed every single thing and ready to post it. Then I just realized… hey wait a minute. There’s no internet connection!! How the hell am I going to upload the video then??? Argh!
Okay, now I really have to find out what’s going on with the connection. So, I went to check the bloody router… and it was so unbelieveable what I just found out. It was switched off!! Does it mean I merely have to press the on/off button to turn it on? Hell yeah! So, the internet was up again and I got back the connection. But the good thing was, I wouldn’t have done the video if I knew what’s the problem and probably I’ve never thought of updating my blog now but because of that, I have completed the video successfully. So now you see, you should always be thankful for whatever reason.
Anyway, the trip to Morocco was absolutely amazing. I enjoyed it very much. If I have got time, I would probably post some photos from Morocco as well. In the meantime, I hope you enjoy watching the video and thanks very much for tuning in.
It is 20:45 when I begin my writing. My room is completely disordered. I have to do something with it. Whatever it is, I have to deal with it otherwise, it is going to be worse I reckon. As a matter of fact, I’m planning to uncluttered my room so that I have more space to move around. Just to make it looks more organize.
By the way, even though it is nearly 21:00 now, the sky is still bright outside. It is quite windy though. I shall be taking shower once I have done blogging. Hopefully it is not going to take long. I always have problem whenever it comes to writing. I may have a few ideas what to write in the beginning but then start to ponder in the middle. Or should I just say, I’m stuck.
Okay, the genuine motive I am writing tonight is to share with you a little bit of my story while in Venice, Italy couple of weeks ago. Basically, I was in Venice for only 30 hours if not mistaken. Just went for a short trip. Nevertheless, it was fabulous! Never had in my mind that one day I would be going to Venice. Not even a single thought but now, my hard drive is full of Venice photos. I took the opportunity to capture as many photos as I could while I was there. Also, that was my first time traveling by myself. It is a shame to go to Venice alone because the place is just too romantic to be on your own. I would recommend you bring another person with you if you’re planning to go, haha.
The most interesting thing is wherever you want to go, you will have to go on the boat or else, there’s no way you can go to other places. Venice is surrounded by water everywhere. I spent most of my time that day in San Marco which is the capital city of Venice. Then in the evening I went to Rialto where there is a local market. It is almost like regular market where they sell clothes, foods, souvenirs and other stuff as well. I did not shop anything in Rialto because I have already done it in San Marco. Like I said earlier, I spent hours in San Marco taking pictures, walking here and there and it was a beautiful day. I cannot be bothered even though it was very hot that day. The sky was so blue and clear. I am very satisfied with the pictures I made in Venice.
Travel alone is fun though but the only problem is you have not got anyone to talk to, haha. I remember when I was looking for a spot to have my sandwiches (which I brought from home) and luckily I found it but there’s nothing I could do other than watching people while eating. If you have got someone or acquaintance, at least you do not feel that tired (because my flight to Venice was at 6.30 in the morning and the airport coach fetched me at 2.00 in the morning to go to the airport so basically I did not get a chance to sleep the night before, haha). Then, in the evening my body started losing energy. My feet did not want to make any further walk anymore. I felt like sleeping and decided to go back to my hostel. So, from Rialto I took a boat and make a move to Zitelle where the hostel is. Basically, it is a youth hostel and you have to be below 25 to stay there (that’s what it says on the hostel’s website). It cost me €25 (Euro) per night so it was not that bad I reckon just for one person.
I got to meet new people though. I still remember I was queuing at the counter to get my room’s key there was a group of young girls in front of me and one of them tried to get my attention… I reckon!! Haha. So I went to her and asked, “Hey, what are you looking at?” Nahh, I’m only joking! I wouldn’t that to any girl! LOL. I was so tired that time and all I wanted was to sleep (yeah right, hahaha). As a matter of fact, I met her for the second time when having dinner that night but she was too busy with her friends. By the way, the hostel has got a small canteen where you can buy whatever meals sold. I just had vegetarian pizza considering that was the only choice I had. But it was fun though. It really was. I enjoyed it till the last day I was there.
I was lucky enough to meet a few nice fellows in the dorm where I was in. There were two from Mexico, one from Germany and one from Japan. I did not get to know much about the guys from Mexico because they left quite early next day in the morning. So, I spent a few moments having breakfast with the German and Japanese guys before I leave. In fact, we did snap a few photos of us together! Haha.
It was an amazing trip although it was only for one and a half day. I enjoyed it very much. Would love to go again next time whenever time permits (and financial as well haha). Perhaps with acquaintance next time? Haha. We’ll see.
Thanks a lot for reading and viewing my photos ladies and gentlemen. Much appreciated. Hope you enjoyed your stay. Have a nice day! Cheers.
This entry actually should be posted before Madinah Munawarah entry because I went to Dubai first before Madinah, but that’s okay. All photos from Dubai had been transferred to my brother’s laptop since I haven’t got enough space to keep the photos in the camera and I only got them back two days ago. No I wonder why I felt like some of my photos missing, LOL.
By the way, this is my second trip to Dubai. The first one was in May last year. The weather was quite nice this time compared to my previous trip. Probably because it is not summer yet so, the temperature was not that high. If it is summer, you may want to consider to being in the building rather than walking outside under the sunlight. I still remember when I was in Dubai last year the weather was like bloody hot!! I could not even stand outside for more than 15 minutes otherwise, my skin would be burn.
Although I have been to Dubai twice, does not mean I have discovered everything. I did not do what tourists normally do like going to the specific places. No particular reason but if I still have opportunity to go again, I would love to go for Desert Safari. It looks amazing in my friend’s photos. He went there couple of weeks ago and when I saw he was on the desert I was like, what??? Can’t believe I haven’t done that!! To be honest, I spent lots of my time at the Mall of Emirates which is the biggest shopping complex in Dubai so far. It is approximately 10 minutes walk from my accommodation.
After 2 days stay then I flew to Jeddah. From Jeddah I took a taxi to Madinah which cost me 500 Riyals, equals to RM500 or £80.65, and it was 3 or 4 hours journey. I was really exhausted by the time I got into the hotel. Anyway, Dubai is still as same as last year. The constructions never stop. One thing I noticed, the Burj Al Dubai, the tallest building in the making is nearly completed now.
Well, hope you enjoy your stay. I am trying my best to keep blogging if not everyday, at least once every 2 or 3 days. Just need something to keep me motivated. Need to produce more great photographs. Hopefully this spring and coming summer will be fantastic season for photography.
My journey this time was completely different from my previous journey. I was in Madinah for 2 days before heading to Makkah for pilgrimage (umrah). I could feel the heat as I stepped out from the plane at the Jeddah airport. It reminds me of Malaysia’s weather.
To be honest, my brain is not working at the moment. I tried to squeeze so that I could write more but unfortunately, it didn’t work. So, the only way to tell you a bit of my story in Madinah is by showing you a few photos taken while I was there. One thing for sure, I was amazed when I saw Masjid Nabawi (Mosque of the prophet Muhammad S.A.W) for the first time. Never had in my thought even a second I would be here standing in front of it and see it for myself. I wish I could get better angle of Masjid Nabawi but didn’t have enough time to discover the place.
This shot was taken from the window of my hotel’s room on the 9th floor if not mistaken. It was early in the morning and I was ready to go for breakfast. Less busy in the morning but it gets busier and noisier later on.
Masjid Nabawi, also known as the prophet Muhammad S.A.W mosque.
The shot of Iranian women above was taken spontaneously. I didn’t realize they were passing by until I turned around and quickly adjusted my lens to the widest focal length and snap.
A group of people were given instructions during their visit.
Fancy one?
Wearing blacks and fully covered is their main attire.
The rate of exchange was quite good when I was there. £1 equals to 7.2 Riyal if not mistaken.
I bet this man was indecisive which one to get for his wife.
Those are a few photos I captured while I was in Madinah. Hopefully you enjoyed your stay while reading and viewing photos. I shall return with a few more photos I captured in Makkah in the next entry. So, stay tuned.
The last chapter from my trip to Spain last December. I have nothing to write actually. Let the pictures tell the story. So sorry for being so late to post the photos. I know I should have posted long time before. Anyway, it was an amazing trip for me. Never thought in my life I would plan a trip to Spain. Alhambra was the last place I visited after Malaga, Cordoba and Gibraltar. Save last for the best, hehe. So, here are a few photos taken in Alhambra. Hope you enjoy it.
I have loads of photos actually after got home from Spain but I deleted half of it. Basically, there were a few same photos which I only needed one. Of course I did a selection first before deleting. Took me hours to select which one to keep or delete to make sure I didn’t delete the one that I wanted. I prefer less but wonderful photos to look at rather than thousands of photos but only junk. At least, it doesn’t waste my hard drive space!
Fortunately, I have my brother to cover all my photos, hahaha. Thank you bro. Much appreciated.
Thank you very much for spending your time here viewing those photos. I hope you enjoy your stay.
