The Five-Photos of Veracruz

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The Five-Photos of Veracruz

by Craig Zabransky on March 18, 2013 in Destination, Mexico Travel, Photo

I returned to Veracruz to attend the ATMEX conference last fall. This trip, my second time in the gulf coast city, allowed for a little more exploration and the capture of these five photos. I learned a few new things about Veracruz, but it remains a city (and state) inside Mexico I need to explore […]

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Postcard-No Monks in Bisabirachi Valley, Creel

by Craig Zabransky on March 15, 2013 in Mexico Travel, Photo, Postcards

Outside the Mexican magic town of Creel in Chihuahua visitors can walk among giant rock formations. One special place known as the Valley of the Monks or Bisabirachi, is a must visit. There is little resemblance to monks in the formations, but the name was changed since the original name given by the Tarahumara Indians might […]

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Postcard-Late to the Party in Oaxaca

by Craig Zabransky on March 11, 2013 in Mexico Travel, Photo, Postcards

Walking on the streets of Oaxaca City is a must. And like any Mexican destination, visitors will find surprises. Good surprises. Surprises that force a smile, surprises that create curiosity, and surprises that display the colorful culture of Mexico. One afternoon in Oaxaca I witnessed one such surprise. During my stroll of the streets of […]

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Postcard – Hand Rolled Cigars in Catemaco, Veracruz

by Craig Zabransky on March 5, 2013 in Mexico Travel, Photo, Postcards

The ATMEX (Adventure Tourism Mexico) conference held in September officially opened in Catemaco, Veracruz. The event was attended by much of the top political brass from the state of Veracruz and also Gloria Guevara, Mexico’s Secretary of Tourism at the time. Attendees watched inspirational videos, listened to speeches, dined, smoked local cigars and of course […]

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Ah Chihuahua-Walking Across the Copper Canyon

by Craig Zabransky on March 1, 2013 in Mexico Travel, Photo

A new adventure park in Chihuahua, the Copper Canyon Adventure Park, set up high speed zip-lines and suspension bridges to allow thrill seekers to cross the Copper Canyon. Sure, for some, the beauty of this Mexican treasure is best appreciated from the train through the Copper Canyon region or perhaps with a cocktail during sunset […]

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Postcard – The Beijing Commute

by Craig Zabransky on February 6, 2013 in Photo, Postcards

When I traveled to Beijing, China for work more than a few years back, my commute to the office traveled straight through Tiananmen Square. Every morning I passed the Forbidden City. It was one of my favorite moments of the day and one morning I took my camera. But what may have been more impressive then […]

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Postcard – The Buddhist Perspective from Thailand

by Craig Zabransky on December 4, 2012 in Photo, Postcards

On a trip to Thailand, I spent some time in Bangkok. And one day I left the city to visit the old Thai capital of Ayutthaya. Before I walked through the ruins and took dozens of images of the Buddha, I snapped this image of a large reclining Buddha… stay adventurous, Craig

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The Samalayuca Sand Dunes – A Stop for Photos on the Road to Chihuahua City

by Craig Zabransky on November 20, 2012 in Destination, Mexico Travel, Photo

The drive across the flat, open road provided a sense of freedom heading deeper into Mexico. My adventure through Chihuahua was just beginning and I’d enjoy the scenic landscape the entire way to Chihuahua City. And in one part of the Chihuahua Desert a rare natural wonder exists – the Samalayuca Sand Dunes. When the […]

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