Showing posts with label Attractions. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Attractions. Show all posts

Tuesday, July 10, 2018

Todoroki (轟の滝) Waterfall During June 2018


 Back on the Travel Maps as an Attraction


Last year I visited this site along with a friend, who was touring Okinawa.

It was a big disappointment and, we didn't bother taking photos. The falls were bone dry.

The falls and surrounding area have changed drastically and, are a must-see spot, now.

In the near future, some photo of the remodeled site will be posted.

Some typhoons and tropical storms have been replenishing the water supply.

Hopefully, the waters will start raging again, like they did in 2013.



Thursday, July 13, 2017

Ferris Wheel in American Village Mihama Chatan Okinawa

The only ferris wheel on the island


One of a Kind



Over the years, I may have taken half a dozen photos of this tourist attraction.

It sort of stands out because, it's the only one on the island.

But, as many times as, I've driven or rode by it, I've never thought of hopping aboard it.

It moves so slowly, you can never be sure if, it's running or, locked in PARK.

Looking at reviews, from folks, who dared to go up there, was just accomplished.

It seems as if, it might be a great place, to take the camera, for views of the scenery below.

Once, I heard of an elderly couple, who got white-knuckled, over the thrilling ride.

Most families say, their small children, enjoyed it enough, to go back for seconds.

It would have to be a clear day, with nice sunny weather, to take photos from the contraption.

Some reviewers claimed, the thing was rusty and, didn't look well maintained.

But, most of them gave positive comments for the 500 Yen or, five bucks experience.

Arrangements will have to be made, for me to go check it out at night, when it's lit up.

It would probably, be best if, I spent the whole night down in that neighborhood.

Some of the younger crowd, reported the thing is romantic, at night.

So, I'll probably tell the wife, the camera and, I have to get out for some romance photography.

She understands and, will probably be surprised if, I can last through a 15 minute ride !


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Sunday, March 20, 2016

A Surprise Email from Google Maps

Check G-mail More Often

 

 

That's just a reminder (to myself) so, it gets done more than once a week. 

A couple of my mail accounts have little compartments, I don't really use.

This morning I pushed a button and, found a five day old message.


screenshot, email, restaurants, Google Maps



They said, "Congratulations !  Your photos helped people over 10,000 times.

In the past week there were over 15,000 views of, my photos on Google Maps.

It seems like, all the tourists driving around the island, keep peeking at the maps.

They use those smartphones and, look for attractions and places to eat.

Well, I'm always traveling around the islands, looking for stuff, too.

From now on, I'll just keep sending images in to Google Maps and, show where I've been.

You never know.  Maybe, I could keep some rich tourists from starving to death !

Monday, May 11, 2015

Travel Photo: Igei Beach in Kin Town Okinawa

View, looking west, beach, mountains

It's Hard to Believe

 

 

Take a look at TripAdvisor for Top Things to Do in Kin-cho and this one isn't listed.

This photo was taken a bit early in he season for beach-goers.

Tha cameras were prepared for an event, I decided to walk to one Sunday morning.

Nobody was on the beach and it gave me a nice wide angle view.

Camera: Pentax K3

Lens: Pentax 18-250 at 18mm

Exposure: f/22  1/60   ISO 100

Date and Time: APR 22, 2015 at 8:49AM



A Bit of Promotion Could Make this Beach Popular

 

 

When this attraction is officially open for the season, I'll be going back to visit.

Once people see a few more photos of activities at this spot, everyone will want to come.

And, I bet it will become one of the Top Five Attractions in Kin Town.



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Restaurant in Kin Town Okinawa for Your Travel Map

 


Monday, December 15, 2014

10 Images Recently Selected by TripAdvisor's Property Owners

One Was Shot with a Cellular Phone

 

 

When I do a TripAdvisor Review, I like to send in a few photos.

Sometimes, especially when it's time for lunch, I leave the cameras behind.

There's a time for photography and there's a time for eating. I take both, seriously.

In no particular order, here are the latest review photos, loved by travel property folks:


Kin Bridge

Kin Bridge


sea and forest scene, Nakijin, Okinawa


Bridge Station Rikarikawarumi


sushi bar

Dining Cafe Kariya


tatami room, soba house

Maruyasu Nakagusuku


Blue Seal Ice Cream, Nago, Okinawa

Blue Seal Nago


frontal view, restaurant, Japan

Restaurant Tulip Kin Town


Tenpura Shop, Nanjo, Okinawa

Oshiro Tempuraten


observation lookout, Gitara Coast, Izena Island


Gitara Coast: Izena Island




Rest House Kamiyama: Izena Island


Japanese restaurant, Nago, outside view

Resraurant Otoya: Nago


To read the reviews on TripAdvisor or get directions, click on the titles.

I case you were wondering, which photo was taken with an antique cell-phone, hint:

It wasn't any of the first nine.










Sunday, October 5, 2014

Tools of the Travel Writing Trade: Brochures and Books

books, brochures,travel

A Peek at Some of the Printed Material Used Daily

 

 

The books are used to conduct research but, they don't go along with me in my travels.

They cost money and add weight to a backpack so, they stay home.




Ten Reasons to Love Travel Brouchures

 

 

1.  They are free. Doesn't everybody like free stuff ?  Me, too. 

2.  You can fit them in your pack or, fold them and stick them in your pocket.

3.  Looking at them can help you plan your day's events.

4.  They contain maps which, give you a sense of directions.

5.  Photos in brochures give me ideas, of where I want to go and what I want to photograph.
 

6.  They show all the major attractions so, I know where everyone else is going.


7.  They list the mountains, beaches, campsites, trails and lookout points.
 

8.  Sunrise or sunset from an unusual or advantageous position, are in my travel plans.
 
Most travelers are doing other touristy things and, not near me during those hours.


9.  Great spots to observe wildlife and nature are always included.


10.  They are handy for writing about a trip after going home.

Websites, addresses and phone numbers, always come in handy when travel writing.

On occasion, brochures have been used as an umbrella or, to start a campfire.

Just remember, you can always get more.  They're free !










 

Saturday, August 17, 2013

Photos Selected by TripAdvisor Property Owners in Okinawa

5 More RyukyuMike Photos Chosen

 

 

It's always nice to get an email from TripAdvisor telling you one of your photos was selected.

There's no money involved in it but, here's a little secret:

It drives people to your website.

A little drum roll and, here are the latest:


Kanna Thalasso, wide angle exterior view, Spa


Ranked #1 of 3 Restaurants in Ginoza-son, Okinawa:  Dugong


restaurant, interior, Nagomagai


 #19 of 54 Restaurants in Nago:  Nagumagai


Onna-som Museum, displays


#11 of 14 attractions in Onna-son:  Onna-son Museum


museum displays


#4 of 5 attractions in Higashi-son: East Village Tateyama and Mizuno Seikatsu Museum


pond at entrance to Matsuda Cave


So new it hasn't been rated against the other 4 attractions, yet:

What's wrong with people, are they afraid to get their feet wet ?

Maybe, I should set-up a camera tour through the place and see if that draws a crowd.