Andrew’s travelogue

Praça do Comércio (“Black Horse Square”)

Praça do Comércio (“Black Horse Square”)

The Praça do Comércio (known as the “Black Horse Square”) is home to the beautiful showrooms of Vini Portugal.

Vini Portugal Tasting Notes

Vini Portugal Tasting Notes

Be sure to take notes in your self-guided tasting session; not only is the feedback appreciated, but you'll receive a small gift!

Sunset, Amsterdam, The Netherlands

Sunset, Amsterdam, The Netherlands

The sun sets over Amsterdam's city centre, signaling the day's transition from shopping in boutique and drinking coffee to dining in chic restaurants and dancing in trendy nightclubs.

Canal Houses, Amsterdam, the Netherlands

Canal Houses, Amsterdam, the Netherlands

A view of typical canal houses from above in Amsterdam. Canal Houses are ubiquitous in Amsterdam and have multiple purposes: hotels, bars and cafes, restaurants, art galleries - and of course, apartments!

Jordaan Quarter, Amsterdam, The Netherlands

Jordaan Quarter, Amsterdam, The Netherlands

Proof that the canals are beautifully lit at night in the Jordaan quarter of Amsterdam.

View from Hotel Unique, Sao Paolo, Brazil

View from Hotel Unique, Sao Paolo, Brazil

The view from the pool atop Hotel Unique in Sao Paolo offers sweeping views of all parts of this bustling Brazilian city.

Hotel Unique, Sao Paolo, Brazil

Hotel Unique, Sao Paolo, Brazil

The exterior of the Hotel Unique, while not as impressive as the views from the top, has a very distinct architecture that artfully strays from typical Brazilian style.

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Špilberk Castle, Brno

Špilberk Castle, Brno

An entrace to the beautiful Špilberk Castle, high atop a hill in the center of Brno, Czech Republic.

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Telc Reflections

Telc Reflections

The main, and only, square in Telc is a relaxing place, with beautiful architecture on all sides.

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The Brass Monkey Pub, Edinburgh

The Brass Monkey Pub, Edinburgh

The Brass Monkey pub in Edinburgh - pub complete with a mini-cinema in the back!

Andrew Hayes

Andrew Hayes has been a member since 10 November 2007 and goes by andrewghayes.

Currently in Edinburgh.

I am a part time photographer and travel writer. Prefer to spend most of my time behind the lens, but enjoy sharing trade secrets on my favourite places in the world.

You can also find Andrew at andyhayes.com.