Oman is located in the eastern corner of the Arabian Peninsula. In the middle of the desert, at the border with Abu Dhabi, I discovered this authentic camel market, where hundreds of camels competed for my attention with the funniest facial expressions.

Hiking in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado in July is a delight for nature lovers. Wild flowers are everywhere, an explosion of colors in one of the most beautiful natural settings in the world.

Carnia, the Pearl of the Italian Alps, is located northeast of Venice, south of Austria and west of Slovenia. It extends over several valleys and includes many small towns. It is a place where one can find high mountains, beautiful landscapes, rustic architecture and almost-forgotten trades.

The Galapagos Islands, in the middle of the Pacific Ocean off the coast of Ecuador, are home to some of the world’s most beautiful bird species. Their stunning colors are a pleasure for the eyes.

The Galapagos Islands, in the middle of the Pacific Ocean off the coast of Ecuador, are known worldwide for their sea lion colonies. In the Galapagos more than in any other place, these beautiful animals are tame and approachable.

At harvest time, vineyards all over the world provide rich views of bountiful bunches of grapes, both white and red. The autumn sun shines through the grapes, for an outstanding visual spectacle.

In the remote town of Sauris, in the Italian Alpine region of Carnia, wood carving is a thriving trade. A local craftsman introduced me to the art of making masks out of local wood.