The highlights of a quick trip to the Rio Grande Valley in south Texas. 138 total species seen, identified, and photographed - including 65 lifers such as the Buff-bellied Hummingbird, Black-crested Titmouse, Green Jay, and Aplomado Falcon which are only found in south Texas (within the United States).
Hawke Photography Travel Blog
Rio Grande Valley Birding Trip Report
A Guide to Valencia's Las Fallas Festival
February 7, 2019
A guide for anyone thinking about going to Las Fallas in Valencia. A brief history of the festival, logistics information, and tips on how to make the most of the 4-day festival.
Phuket Vegetarian Festival... Seems Harmless, Right?
March 3, 2017
A vegetarian festival might sound pretty boring, but head to Phuket in southern Thailand and you'll experience what will likely be one of the most surreal experiences of your life. Crazy facial piercings (knives, guns, spikes, even bike tire pumps!), other types of self-mutilation, and a lot of fireworks happen over the course of the Nine Emperor Gods Festival.
A Look Back at 2016
January 16, 2017
A recap of my 2016 travels. Galapagos wildlife, Carnival in Colombia, WonderCon cosplay, amazing Christmas lights, and more...
Star Wars Celebration Europe 2016
January 2, 2017
Check out photos of the costumes from Rogue One and some of my favorite cosplayers at the Star Wars convention held in London in July 2016.
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