Longtime readers of my blog and followers of my social media will know that I am somewhat smitten with Spanish Paradores — a State-run chain of hotels that often occupy historic properties. Many have asked me for recommendations for which Paradores to visit on their own travels. Enough so that I decided to put together an e-book that details each of the (now 33) Paradores that I have visited with photos and my thoughts on each.
Download the free Parador e-book, proceed to the download page.
EXTREMADURA, SPAIN
EXTREMADURA, SPAIN
My “visual guide” to this often-overlooked region of western Spain. Extremadura was the first region of Spain I ever visited and it remains one of my favorites. I’ve been back a few times and have always thought I’d eventually compile my experiences and photographs into a book, to act as a visual guide in helping others discover Extremadura. I always said I would do it “after this next trip” but, when a 2020 trip was canceled due to the pandemic and it appeared uncertain when I’d be able to get back to Spain, I decided to go ahead with this first edition. One that will hopefully be updated soon, once I am able to get back to visit more of Extremadura’s treasures.
Learn more and see some preview pages on my Blurb bookstore page.
JOURNALS OF A TRAVEL PHOTOGRAPHER BOOK SERIES
The books in the Journals of a Travel Photographer series are like little time capsules for individual photo-gathering trips I’ve taken. They are not at all in-depth studies of a place, but rather a record of what I saw — and the images I found — during each specific trip.
JOURNALS OF A TRAVEL PHOTOGRAPHER: SPAIN
SPAIN 1
Eight Days Exploring the Extremadura Region
The first Spain book in this series covers an eight-day press trip that I made in the Fall of 2013. From Placensia to Caceres, Merida to Trujillo — and more — this often overlooked region of Spain did not disappoint. Available in English and Spanish language editions.
80 pages and over 100 photos. Softcover only.
SPAIN 2
Five Days Exploring the Province of Granada
Starting at the stunning Alhambra in the city of Granada, the book follows a path south to the Costa Tropical and Almunecar. English language only.
80 pages and over 90 photos. Softcover only.
SPAIN 3
Four Days in Pamplona During the Festival of San Fermin
Features the famous Running of the Bulls and many other events associated with Pamplona’s Festival of San Fermin. English language only.
80 pages, 80 photos. Softcover only.
SPAIN 4
Five Days Exploring the Province of Murcia
Starting in the city of Lorca and continuing on to Murcia, Mar Menor, Cartagena and more. English language only.
80 pages and over 80 photos. Softcover only.
SPAIN 5
Five Days Exploring the City of Valencia
Exploring Valencia and the surrounding area as the city prepare for the Fallas Festival in the Spring of 2016. English language only.
80 pages and over 80 photos. Softcover only.
SPAIN 6
Six Days Exploring the Region of Galicia
This trip focussed largely on the various routes of the Camino de Santiago as they cross the region of Galicia to arrive at the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela and on to the End of the World.
80 pages and over 90 photos. Softcover only.
SPAIN 7
Five Days Exploring Tenerife in the Canary Islands
Tenerife is the largest of the seven Canary Islands — a Spanish archipelago located in the Atlantic Ocean, roughly 60 miles west of Morocco. Home to Spain’s tallest mountain and an incredibly diverse landscape, Tenerife offers plenty to experience and explore.
80 pages and over 80 photos. Softcover only.
SPAIN 8
Eleven Days Exploring the Region of La Mancha
This book begins with the colorful Saffron Festival in Consuegra, Spain. Explore windmills, cathedrals, and Roman ruins. The cities of Toledo and Cuenca are also heavily featured.
80 pages and over 90 photos. Softcover only.
SPAIN 9
Five Days Exploring Basque Country in Northern Spain
Basque Country is a region of Spain like no other. In this book, I explore Bilbao with its phenomenal Guggenheim Museum, the resort city of San Sebastián, and many towns and places in between.
80 pages and over 90 photos. Softcover only.
JOURNALS OF A TRAVEL PHOTOGRAPHER: OTHER COUNTRIES
CHINA
Six Days in Shanghai and the Water Villages of the Yangtze River Delta
The first book in the “Journals of a Travel Photographer” series covers a one-week press trip to China that I was invited to join in 2008. Starting in Shanghai and venturing out into the charming water villages of the Yangtze River basin, it was a journey to remember. Available in hardcover and softcover editions.
80 pages and over 100 photos.
NEW ZEALAND
Two Weeks in Auckland, Wellington, Dunedin and Points South
The second book in this series provides an overview of a trip I took to New Zealand in late 2011 to attend the annual convention of the Society of American Travel Writers.
80 pages and over 100 photos. Softcover only.
THAILAND
Ten Days in Bangkok, Chiang Mai and Phuket
The third book in the “Journals of a Travel Photographer” series looks at Thailand. From the hill country around Chiang Mai, to bustling Bangkok and the islands around Phuket, this trip was a whirlwind introduction to a fascinating country and culture.
80 pages and over 100 photos. Softcover only.
KANSAS 10X5 BOOK
KANSAS 10×5
10 days: 5 photographers: 1 glorious state
Five Kansas photographers, each with different backgrounds and perspectives, are turned loose to roam the state during a 10-day period in June to document whatever they encounter.
