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We shouldn’t get too caught up with labels, trends, and bucket lists. Whether you’re on your own or with company, the sweetest memories are made when the journey is not strictly curated. Most importantly, stay true to yourself.

The Slow Tourist: Finding Balance in the Age of Trends and Bucket Lists

Palace of Versailles

We visited during the holiday season. Not much blooms in the garden but the line into the Château was shorter than usual and the walking tour less crowded. Yay!

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Autumnal Beauty in Paris

We’ll all have something different to say when visiting certain places but Paris truly invokes the clichéd romantic notion.

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Thanksgiving in London

Spent a lovely Autumn in London last 2018 . . . I focused on the time spent with the fam, brought my camera everywhere for portraits, but mostly for capturing the inspiring London atmosphere while going around with family.

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Autumn in Manhattan

Could it really be possible to escape the hustle-and-bustle and spend a weekend of downtime in the streets of Manhattan?

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My Favorite Spots to See San Francisco’s Famous Bridge

The view of the Sunrise is most enjoyable from the Eastern side of the bridge while the Sunset is best viewed from the Western side. The painting-like views would be around 9am-11am from the Eastern side (on a clear day) — expect the sunlit International Orange bridge with the backdrop of the shadowy hills of the Marin Headlands to inspire you.

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Mission District (The Mission) by Emme Hope Slow Blog San Francisco Slow Travel Slow Living - copyright 2019 emmehope.co

Flavors and Colors of The Mission

The Mission District is one of our city’s most vibrant neighborhoods. Stroll along this neighborhood and you’ll find a chock full of local eats, cafes, and shops.

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Beyond Vegas

Just a few short miles from Sin City, Valley of Fire State Park, one of Nevada’s outdoor gems.

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Laid Back La La Land

Snaps from my past two visits in LA and beyond!

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Palace of Fine Arts San Francisco Cherry Blossoms Emme Hope Slow Blog - COPYRIGHT 2018

Before Sunset: Palace of Fine Arts + Marina Green

Take your camera, step back in time, and stroll along the idyllic setting of the Palace of Fine Arts. After taking some time to unwind . . . continue on a short walk along Marina Blvd. passing by beautiful Spanish Colonial homes all the way to Marina Green looking towards the hills of Marin County . . . get a glimpse of the Alcatraz, and even the silhouette of our famous bridge.

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Rose Garden at the Golden Gate Park San Francisco California emmehope.co copyright 2019

Serenity and Blooms at the Golden Gate Park

Blooming Magnolia Trees, pops of happy Tulips, delicate Roses, and so much more — a sight of beauty welcomes you at all three gardens at the Golden Gate Park.

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