tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-75028493221491046082024-03-13T00:38:41.413-04:00Sebastian Bednarski photoblogSebastian Bednarskihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08054790793579884104noreply@blogger.comBlogger72125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7502849322149104608.post-83744731139241602072014-10-01T10:13:00.001-04:002014-10-01T10:17:35.962-04:00WTC Museum<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Where new meets old... A WTC Museum with old pillars... and a new WTC Tower 1 in the background. Never forget.Sebastian Bednarskihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08054790793579884104noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7502849322149104608.post-81993651107318133762014-03-31T13:31:00.000-04:002014-03-31T13:36:52.551-04:00YDI: A week in Milan and Venice<h2>
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Both cities are close by, only 288 km or 180 miles away. You can drive or just take a train. The best time to visit is probably in Spring. Weather is pleasant and the crowds are not there. Summer in Milan can be really hot to the point that locals usually leave in August. Summer in Venice is really crowded. Pick spring, you won't be disappointed. (click <a href="http://www.bednarskimedia.blogspot.com/2014/03/ydi-week-in-milan-and-venice.html">here</a> to read more).<br />
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<b>MILAN</b></h3>
Milan is the fashion capital of Italy. It can be pricy, especially in the city center. It has great metro connections. You can stay in <a href="http://www.ramada.com/hotels/italy/milano/ramada-plaza-milano/hotel-overview" target="_blank">Ramada Plaza Milano</a>, 20min metro ride from Duomo Cathedral.<br />
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<b>SEE</b>: There are three areas and things you have to see.<br />
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1) <b>Da Vinci's Last Supper</b>. This is the main thing to see in Milan and it's located in Santa Maria della Gracie church. Plan in advance. You can book the tickets online three months before your dates and they can be sold out two months in advance. You can buy them <a href="http://www.vivaticket.it/index.php?nvpg[tour]&id=744&wms_op=cenacoloVinciano" target="_blank">here</a>, any other website will rob you. Tickets run for €8, €1.50 if under 18. You have to pick it up at least 15min ahead of your scheduled time or you will lose them.<br />
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2) <b>Duomo Cathedral</b> with an access to its rooftop and spectacular Milan views. You can walk up (€7) or take an elevator (€12). You can buy the tickets on the spot.<br />
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3) <b>Sforza Castle</b> is definitely another place you have to see. Impressive construction with great park around it. Park and castle entrance is free. You have to pay €3 for museum (worth it), but you can access it for free on Fridays (after 2:30 p.m.). From the Castle, take a walk Via Dante, a pedestrian only street that will take you to Duomo.<br />
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<b>EAT</b>: If you are close to Sforza Castle, you have to take a walk to Via Monti and eat a classic italian pizza at <a href="http://www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurant_Review-g187849-d1119553-Reviews-Da_Biagio-Milan_Lombardy.html" target="_blank">Pizzeria Da Biagio</a>. Full with locals. Just remember, they accept cash only. If you stay at Ramada Plaza Milano, you have three great places to eat. Grab your morning coffee and pastries at <a href="http://www.cafetable.it/" target="_blank">Cafe Table</a>. You can't do better in terms of taste and price. If you are hungry in the afternoon but the main places are still closed for an afternoon break, head to <a href="http://www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurant_Review-g187849-d2697103-Reviews-Toasteria_Mi_casa-Milan_Lombardy.html" target="_blank">Toasteria Mi Casa</a>. Great toasts and soups will set you good. Oh, and if you need a little boost, Cafe con Nutella will give you that extra energy. Finally, if you want to grab something to eat after 7:30 p.m., head to <a href="http://www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurant_Review-g187849-d1553645-Reviews-Il_Tegamino-Milan_Lombardy.html" target="_blank">Il Tegamino</a> for a classic pizza or pasta.<br />
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<b>TRANSPORTATION</b>:<br />
If you arrive by air, Malpensa (MXP) is probably the place you will land. The easiest option for you is to take <a href="http://www.malpensaexpress.it/en/" target="_blank">Malpensa Express</a> train to either Milano Centrale (€10 one way per person) or Cadorna stations (€11). Just remember, there's a chance they won't be on time... Metro tickets are €1.50 and good for 60 minutes. You have to validate them before you board the train.<br />
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<b>VENICE</b></h3>
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The city on water takes your breath away. It's completely different and so worth visiting. It can be pricey, but if you look around in advance, you can get good deals and good location. I can recommend <a href="http://www.hotelvillaigea.it/" target="_blank">Hotel Villa Igea</a>. It's located at San Zaccaria, close to Plazza San Marco. It's part of Expedia VIP hotels, so if' you're Elite member, they will upgrade you when rooms are available. Hint: Room 501 has a private entrance and walk-in closet. The room is huge, not only for Venice standards.</div>
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1)<b> St. Mark's Basilica</b> is your number one place to see. It's huge and completely different from what you've seen. So worth a visit. Just remember, no backpacks allowed inside. Entrance is free, €2 for a museum entrance.</div>
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2) <b>Palazzo Ducale</b> (Doge's Palace) is right next to Basilica. Entrance will cost you €16, but you can see great rooms and a secret itinerary (€20 ticket, book in advance <a href="http://palazzoducale.visitmuve.it/en/pianifica-la-tua-visita/secretitineraries/" target="_blank">here</a>) will take you to Casanova's cell and torture chambers.</div>
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3) Bridge of Sighs is right next to the Doge's Palace. Its history is as interesting as its appearance. Convicts taking their last stroll... sigh.</div>
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3) For a spectacular view of Venice, take an elevator up <b>St. Mark's Campanile</b>. Go early, before the bus crowds arrive. Tickets, €8.</div>
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4) Among many museums and churches that you would want to see, I can recommend <b>St. Giovanni and Paolo Basilica</b>. Great Gothic architecture in Castello, which is the largest of the six sestieri (subdivision) of Venice. There's a great bakery right next door, read about it below.</div>
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5) <b>Rialto Bridge</b> is the most spectacular of many in Venice. Definitely worth taking a stroll and just enjoy the views. If you get lost on your way there, do not worry. You won't be the only one. </div>
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To satisfy your sweet tooth, head over to <a href="http://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g187870-d2210752-Reviews-Pasticceria_Rosa_Salva-Venice_Veneto.html" target="_blank">Pasticceria Rosa Salva</a>, in northern part of Castello, around 10 minutes walk from Piazza San Marco. </div>
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For an authentic italian food (and Venetian drink) head over to Via Garibaldi in Eastern Castello. <a href="http://www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurant_Review-g187870-d1088142-Reviews-Trattoria_Giorgione-Venice_Veneto.html" target="_blank">Trattoria Giorgione</a> is a local hidden gem. After your dinner, ask for a sorbet with sparkling wine and definitely try their deserts. So worth it.</div>
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If you arrive by car, park at <a href="http://www.veneziaunica.it/en/ecommerce/products/pack/parcheggio_piazzaleroma" target="_blank">Piazzale Roma Car Park</a>. It's expensive but if you buy in advance, you can knock the price by few Euros. Arriving by train will get you at Santa Lucia train station. From both places you can take Vapporetto boat number 2 (express) to St. Marco-Vallaresso. You will avoid big crowds and it will take much less time than line number 1 (local stops). Tickets are €7 for 60 minutes and you have to validate them before boarding or you can pay a €52 fine.</div>
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Sebastian Bednarskihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08054790793579884104noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7502849322149104608.post-29351371212893847672013-06-02T13:28:00.001-04:002013-06-02T13:28:31.165-04:00San Telmo, Buenos Aires<div style="text-align: left; padding: 3px;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/34063407@N07/8926626920/" title="photo sharing"><img src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7422/8926626920_64e3565777.jpg" style="border: solid 2px #000000;" alt="" /></a><br /><span style="font-size: 0.8em; margin-top: 0px;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/34063407@N07/8926626920/">San Telmo, Buenos Aires</a>, originally uploaded by <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/34063407@N07/">Bednarski Media</a>.</span></div><p>Famous tango couple in historic San Telmo, Buenos Aires, Argentina. We fell in love with Buenos Aires and Argentinian people.</p>Sebastian Bednarskihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08054790793579884104noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7502849322149104608.post-82270713900428163932013-05-30T12:08:00.001-04:002013-05-31T10:32:01.257-04:00The Sugarloaf<div style="padding: 3px; text-align: left;">
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<span style="font-size: 0.8em; margin-top: 0px;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/34063407@N07/8891604393/">The Sugarloaf</a>, originally uploaded by <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/34063407@N07/">Bednarski Media</a>.</span></div>
The Sugarloaf in Rio de Janeiro is one of Brazil's top attractions. The tram ride is really cool and gives amazing Rio views!Sebastian Bednarskihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08054790793579884104noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7502849322149104608.post-72672835783575643482013-02-08T12:12:00.001-05:002013-02-08T12:12:05.267-05:00Sugarloaf Mountain, Pão de Açúcar<div style="text-align: left; padding: 3px;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/34063407@N07/8455446567/" title="photo sharing"><img src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8090/8455446567_b68ff5e447.jpg" style="border: solid 2px #000000;" alt="" /></a><br /><span style="font-size: 0.8em; margin-top: 0px;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/34063407@N07/8455446567/">Sugarloaf Mountain, Pão de Açúcar</a>, originally uploaded by <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/34063407@N07/">Bednarski Media</a>.</span></div><p>Rio de Janeiro view from the top of Sugarloaf Mountain (Pão de Açúcar). Christ the Redeemer (Cristo Redentor) can be seen in the background (top, right). Copacabana to the left.</p>Sebastian Bednarskihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08054790793579884104noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7502849322149104608.post-61586781139867895682013-01-21T21:48:00.001-05:002013-01-21T21:48:42.519-05:00Union Square by Night<div style="text-align: left; padding: 3px;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/34063407@N07/8403360537/" title="photo sharing"><img src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8324/8403360537_3ac61c4a22.jpg" style="border: solid 2px #000000;" alt="" /></a><br /><span style="font-size: 0.8em; margin-top: 0px;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/34063407@N07/8403360537/">Union Square by Night</a>, originally uploaded by <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/34063407@N07/">Bednarski Media</a>.</span></div><p>New York's Union Square... quite empty because of the freezing temperatures.</p>Sebastian Bednarskihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08054790793579884104noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7502849322149104608.post-17882425881050960762013-01-10T15:27:00.001-05:002013-01-10T15:27:54.837-05:00Escadaria Selarón<div style="text-align: left; padding: 3px;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/34063407@N07/8367606277/" title="photo sharing"><img src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8232/8367606277_94360c11ed.jpg" style="border: solid 2px #000000;" alt="" /></a><br /><span style="font-size: 0.8em; margin-top: 0px;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/34063407@N07/8367606277/">Escadaria Selarón</a>, originally uploaded by <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/34063407@N07/">Bednarski Media</a>.</span></div><p>Famous stairs in Rio de Janeiro. The artist who created the stairs, Jorge Selaron, died today, January 10th, 2013.</p>Sebastian Bednarskihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08054790793579884104noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7502849322149104608.post-87301757758353636102013-01-02T16:06:00.001-05:002013-01-02T16:06:43.846-05:00Jersey City Waterfront<div style="text-align: left; padding: 3px;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/34063407@N07/8338648187/" title="photo sharing"><img src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8355/8338648187_e9918b3965.jpg" style="border: solid 2px #000000;" alt="" /></a><br /><span style="font-size: 0.8em; margin-top: 0px;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/34063407@N07/8338648187/">Jersey City Waterfront</a>, originally uploaded by <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/34063407@N07/">Bednarski Media</a>.</span></div><p>Downtown Jersey City, a view from the NY Waterways ferry.</p>Sebastian Bednarskihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08054790793579884104noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7502849322149104608.post-35031536361268038772012-12-26T11:41:00.001-05:002012-12-26T11:41:08.794-05:00The Great Cristo Redentor...<div style="text-align: left; padding: 3px;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/34063407@N07/8311355486/" title="photo sharing"><img src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8077/8311355486_35fc339cd8.jpg" style="border: solid 2px #000000;" alt="" /></a><br /><span style="font-size: 0.8em; margin-top: 0px;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/34063407@N07/8311355486/">Christ the Redeemer, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. /www.bednarskimedia.com</a>, originally uploaded by <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/34063407@N07/">Bednarski Media</a>.</span></div><p>New 7 Wonder of the World... Christ the Redeemer, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.</p>Sebastian Bednarskihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08054790793579884104noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7502849322149104608.post-37080813924381073312012-12-17T16:08:00.001-05:002012-12-17T16:11:35.413-05:00Copacabana Beach Mosaic<div style="padding: 3px; text-align: left;">
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<span style="font-size: 0.8em; margin-top: 0px;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/34063407@N07/8281382007/">Copacabana Beach Mosaic</a>, originally uploaded by <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/34063407@N07/">Bednarski Media</a>.</span></div>
THE place for carnaval party. Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.Sebastian Bednarskihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08054790793579884104noreply@blogger.com0Rio de Janeiro, Brazil-22.984734154926279 -43.18962359160156-23.013972154926279 -43.229964091601559 -22.95549615492628 -43.149283091601561tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7502849322149104608.post-19360801950590621892012-12-12T12:52:00.001-05:002012-12-12T12:52:49.299-05:00Flamingos in Florida<div style="text-align: left; padding: 3px;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/34063407@N07/8267730992/" title="photo sharing"><img src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8062/8267730992_a11e7b8255.jpg" style="border: solid 2px #000000;" alt="" /></a><br /><span style="font-size: 0.8em; margin-top: 0px;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/34063407@N07/8267730992/">Flamingos in Florida</a>, originally uploaded by <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/34063407@N07/">Bednarski Media</a>.</span></div><p>Flamingos in Miami Zoo, Miami, FL.</p>Sebastian Bednarskihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08054790793579884104noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7502849322149104608.post-46928358190838727052012-12-06T10:47:00.001-05:002012-12-06T10:47:42.718-05:00New York City From Above<div style="text-align: left; padding: 3px;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/34063407@N07/8249242295/" title="photo sharing"><img src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8206/8249242295_20d1442e81.jpg" style="border: solid 2px #000000;" alt="" /></a><br /><span style="font-size: 0.8em; margin-top: 0px;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/34063407@N07/8249242295/">New York City From Above</a>, originally uploaded by <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/34063407@N07/">Bednarski Media</a>.</span></div><p>A helicopter ride above New York City... a 30th birthday gift from my lovely wife:*</p>Sebastian Bednarskihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08054790793579884104noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7502849322149104608.post-86735239972666286882011-11-28T20:24:00.001-05:002011-11-28T20:24:16.361-05:00Dominican Republic - approaching storm...<div style="text-align: left; padding: 3px;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/34063407@N07/6422038269/" title="photo sharing"><img src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7018/6422038269_e0064e05c8.jpg" style="border: solid 2px #000000;" alt="" /></a><br /><span style="font-size: 0.8em; margin-top: 0px;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/34063407@N07/6422038269/">Dominican Republic - approaching storm...</a>, originally uploaded by <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/34063407@N07/">Bednarski Media</a>.</span></div><p>A wild beach at south Dominican Republic with a quick rain storm that didn't last more than 20 minutes.</p>Sebastian Bednarskihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08054790793579884104noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7502849322149104608.post-41533909446339074342011-09-11T23:32:00.001-04:002011-09-11T23:32:17.487-04:00World Trade Center... Tribute in Light<div style="text-align: left; padding: 3px;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/34063407@N07/6139196908/" title="photo sharing"><img src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6082/6139196908_22a1305617.jpg" style="border: solid 2px #000000;" alt="" /></a><br /><span style="font-size: 0.8em; margin-top: 0px;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/34063407@N07/6139196908/">World Trade Center... Tribute in Light</a>, originally uploaded by <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/34063407@N07/">Bednarski Media</a>.</span></div><p>The 10th Anniversary of 9/11... September 11th, 2011. Tribute in Light in Lower Manhattan</p>Sebastian Bednarskihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08054790793579884104noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7502849322149104608.post-10435823533318625632011-08-27T23:20:00.001-04:002011-08-27T23:20:48.867-04:00Downtown Manhattan before Hurricane Irene<div style="text-align: left; padding: 3px;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/34063407@N07/6087836952/" title="photo sharing"><img src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6084/6087836952_3e2becac0a.jpg" style="border: solid 2px #000000;" alt="" /></a><br /><span style="font-size: 0.8em; margin-top: 0px;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/34063407@N07/6087836952/">Downtown Manhattan before Hurricane Irene</a>, originally uploaded by <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/34063407@N07/">Bednarski Media</a>.</span></div><p>A downtown Manhattan view from Jersey City on Saturday afternoon, hours before a Hurricane Irene came to NYC area.</p>Sebastian Bednarskihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08054790793579884104noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7502849322149104608.post-22424715646954645142011-07-22T09:12:00.001-04:002011-07-22T09:12:56.623-04:00Alaskan Wilderness - The Dalton Highway<div style="text-align: left; padding: 3px;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/34063407@N07/5964086372/" title="photo sharing"><img src="http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6126/5964086372_d6f855f12d.jpg" style="border: solid 2px #000000;" alt="" /></a><br /><span style="font-size: 0.8em; margin-top: 0px;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/34063407@N07/5964086372/">Alaskan Wilderness - The Dalton Highway</a>, originally uploaded by <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/34063407@N07/">Bednarski Media</a>.</span></div><p>On our way from Fairbanks, Alaska to the Arctic Circle, AK. June 2011.</p>Sebastian Bednarskihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08054790793579884104noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7502849322149104608.post-66612794728015660802011-05-11T11:24:00.001-04:002011-05-11T11:24:41.351-04:00Inside Alcatraz<div style="text-align: left; padding: 3px;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/34063407@N07/5710486834/" title="photo sharing"><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3346/5710486834_6033ae1ca0.jpg" style="border: solid 2px #000000;" alt="" /></a><br /><span style="font-size: 0.8em; margin-top: 0px;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/34063407@N07/5710486834/">Inside Alcatraz</a>, originally uploaded by <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/34063407@N07/">Bednarski Media</a>.</span></div><p>A view from inside Alcatraz prison in San Francisco.</p>Sebastian Bednarskihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08054790793579884104noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7502849322149104608.post-83972369227686705972011-04-25T13:31:00.002-04:002011-04-25T13:32:25.977-04:00Golden Gate Bridge...<div style="text-align: left; padding: 3px;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/34063407@N07/5653994897/" title="photo sharing"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5226/5653994897_93188e8a39.jpg" style="border: solid 2px #000000;" alt="" /></a><br /><span style="font-size: 0.8em; margin-top: 0px;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/34063407@N07/5653994897/">Golden Gate Bridge...</a>, originally uploaded by <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/34063407@N07/">Bednarski Media</a>.</span></div><p>The Western entrance to the United States of America... Golden Gate Bridge.</p>Sebastian Bednarskihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08054790793579884104noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7502849322149104608.post-79818669875083143772011-03-08T22:54:00.001-05:002011-03-08T22:54:33.607-05:00The Parlotones<div style="text-align: left; padding: 3px;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/34063407@N07/5511302788/" title="photo sharing"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5051/5511302788_4909b49964.jpg" style="border: solid 2px #000000;" alt="" /></a><br /><span style="font-size: 0.8em; margin-top: 0px;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/34063407@N07/5511302788/">The Parlotones</a>, originally uploaded by <a href="http://www.flickr.com/people/34063407@N07/">Bednarski Media</a>.</span></div><p>Before the show at Mercury Lounge. The Parlotones doing sound check.</p>Sebastian Bednarskihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08054790793579884104noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7502849322149104608.post-9549419175581554252011-02-14T14:41:00.001-05:002011-02-14T14:41:38.388-05:00Transformers - Optimus Prime<div style="text-align: left; padding: 3px;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/34063407@N07/5445499445/" title="photo sharing"><img src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4118/5445499445_c5973262c6.jpg" style="border: solid 2px #000000;" alt="" /></a><br /><span style="font-size: 0.8em; margin-top: 0px;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/34063407@N07/5445499445/">Transformers - Optimus Prime</a>, originally uploaded by <a href="http://www.flickr.com/people/34063407@N07/">Bednarski Media</a>.</span></div><p>Optimus Prime in Midtown Manhattan right outside the New York Times building.</p>Sebastian Bednarskihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08054790793579884104noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7502849322149104608.post-64853663524727778102011-01-29T17:52:00.001-05:002011-01-29T17:52:18.408-05:00Streets of Cuzco, Peru<div style="text-align: left; padding: 3px;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/34063407@N07/5399413518/" title="photo sharing"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5252/5399413518_b0f4e4e02a.jpg" style="border: solid 2px #000000;" alt="" /></a><br /><span style="font-size: 0.8em; margin-top: 0px;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/34063407@N07/5399413518/">Loreto Streets of Cuzco, Peru</a>, originally uploaded by <a href="http://www.flickr.com/people/34063407@N07/">Bednarski Media</a>.</span></div><p>Loreto street in Cuzco was built by the Incas. It's still there with its impressive stone walls. It leads to the city center. Close by is Amaru Hostal I, a great place to stay in Cuzco.</p>Sebastian Bednarskihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08054790793579884104noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7502849322149104608.post-85554685761896101932011-01-01T21:29:00.001-05:002011-01-01T21:29:10.369-05:00New Year's fire...<div style="text-align: left; padding: 3px;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/34063407@N07/5314583632/" title="photo sharing"><img src="http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5205/5314583632_1f539c74e2.jpg" style="border: solid 2px #000000;" alt="" /></a><br /><span style="font-size: 0.8em; margin-top: 0px;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/34063407@N07/5314583632/">New Year's fire...</a>, originally uploaded by <a href="http://www.flickr.com/people/34063407@N07/">Bednarski Media</a>.</span></div><p>Someone had a bad day on January 1st, 2011. A fire in our building.</p>Sebastian Bednarskihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08054790793579884104noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7502849322149104608.post-5127904351297484432010-11-09T21:40:00.001-05:002010-11-09T21:40:34.804-05:00Flying over the Andes<div style="text-align: left; padding: 3px;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/34063407@N07/5162577767/" title="photo sharing"><img src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4068/5162577767_1fb3d72fa9.jpg" style="border: solid 2px #000000;" alt="" /></a><br /><span style="font-size: 0.8em; margin-top: 0px;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/34063407@N07/5162577767/">Flying over the Andes</a>, originally uploaded by <a href="http://www.flickr.com/people/34063407@N07/">Bednarski Media</a>.</span></div><p>I love flying. Even with the hustle of airport security and delays it's always a great adventure. I love the freedom flying gives me. Too bad my flight number 117 has to wait until April 2011.</p>Sebastian Bednarskihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08054790793579884104noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7502849322149104608.post-49225671808700302252010-09-24T15:44:00.001-04:002010-09-24T15:44:21.264-04:00Sunset over south western coast of Africa<div style="text-align: left; padding: 3px;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/34063407@N07/5021296336/" title="photo sharing"><img src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4092/5021296336_46fbea3eb2.jpg" style="border: solid 2px #000000;" alt="" /></a><br /><span style="font-size: 0.8em; margin-top: 0px;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/34063407@N07/5021296336/">Sunset over south-western coast of Africa</a>, originally uploaded by <a href="http://www.flickr.com/people/34063407@N07/">Bednarski Media</a>.</span></div><p>Cape of Good Hope... one of the places on Earth where you truly appreciate what you have... June, 2010. World Cup in South Africa.</p>Sebastian Bednarskihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08054790793579884104noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7502849322149104608.post-74835520123141337812010-09-22T21:25:00.001-04:002010-09-22T21:25:39.304-04:00West Maui Mountains<div style="text-align: left; padding: 3px;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/34063407@N07/5016486076/" title="photo sharing"><img src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4112/5016486076_474d30a60e.jpg" style="border: solid 2px #000000;" alt="" /></a><br /><span style="font-size: 0.8em; margin-top: 0px;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/34063407@N07/5016486076/">West Maui Mountains</a>, originally uploaded by <a href="http://www.flickr.com/people/34063407@N07/">Bednarski Media</a>.</span></div><p>West Maui Mountains view... Hawaii, August 2010.</p>Sebastian Bednarskihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08054790793579884104noreply@blogger.com0