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About Matt Long
06 July 2011 8:08 PM | No CommentsWho am I? I am a typical Gen-X professional who has a passion for all things travel. My site brings a unique perspective that is hard to find online. I am not a backpacker, nor am I living off of a trust fund. I am...
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Monastery on the Mount of Temptation, Palestinian Authority
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Green Isn’t Only For The Irish – Travel Photo Series
Posted on March 15, 2012 | 4 CommentsTomorrow is St. Patrick’s Day (Erin Go Bragh!) and fittingly, the #FriFotos theme is GREEN. I have thousands of photos that could have fit this theme, but I managed to narrow it down to just a few of my favorite green photos. Let me know... -
Hockey on Snowy Lake Louise, Alberta, Canada
Posted on March 14, 2012 | 1 CommentHockey on Snowy Lake Louise, Alberta Canada -
Terrace of Lions, Delos Greece
Posted on March 13, 2012 | No CommentsTerrace of Lions, Delos Greece -
Boating on the Canals of Amsterdam
Posted on March 12, 2012 | No CommentsBoating on the Canals of Amsterdam -
Perfect Puerto Vallarta Sunset
Posted on March 11, 2012 | 1 CommentPerfect Puerto Vallarta Sunset at Dreams Resort -
Abbey of the Dormition, Jerusalem, Israel
Posted on March 10, 2012 | No CommentsAbbey of the Dormition, Jerusalem, Israel -
Sweet Travel – Chocolate Delights From Around the World
Posted on March 8, 2012 | 4 CommentsFood is an important part of the travel experience, especially decadent desserts. Sweet treats vary around the world, but many cultures not only enjoy chocolate, they have turned its production into an art form. This week #FriFotos on Twitter pays homage to this favorite food... -
Perfect Day at Lake Rotorua, New Zealand
Posted on March 7, 2012 | 2 CommentsPerfect Day at Lake Rotorua, New Zealand -
The Treasury at Petra, Jordan
Posted on March 6, 2012 | 1 CommentThe Treasury at Petra, Jordan -
Blue-Domed Church, Oia, Santorini Island
Posted on March 5, 2012 | 1 CommentBlue-Domed Church, Oia, Santorini Island -
Dinner Preparation at the Djemaa el Fna, Marrakech, Morocco
Posted on March 4, 2012 | 4 CommentsDinner Preparation at the Djemaa el Fna, Marrakech, Morocco -
The 9th Station of the Cross in the Via Dolorosa
Posted on March 3, 2012 | No CommentsThe 9th Station of the Cross in the Via Dolorosa, Church of the Holy Sepulchre in the background – Jerusalem, Israel -
Wild About Wildlife Travel Photo Series
Posted on March 1, 2012 | 4 CommentsI love animals and one of my favorite travel activities is to find new and exciting wildlife experiences. These experiences also usually result in some amazing photos and memories that are as strong as any travel memory can be. That’s why today’s #FriFotos theme, WILD,... -
Big Sky at the Beach on Grand Bahama Island
Posted on February 29, 2012 | No CommentsGrand Bahama Island -
Desert Moonscape in Wadi Rum, Jordan
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Winter Morning at the Beguinage in Bruges, Belgium
Posted on February 27, 2012 | No CommentsBeguinage in Bruges, Belgium -
Geyser Field in Iceland
Posted on February 26, 2012 | No CommentsGeyser Field in Iceland -
Colorful Church in St. Kitts
Posted on February 25, 2012 | 2 CommentsColorful Church in St. Kitts -
Local Perspective – A Travel Photo Series
Posted on February 23, 2012 | No CommentsLocal is the theme for this week’s #FriFotos event on Twitter. Most people would take this opportunity to share photos of their region or hometown, which makes perfect sense. Sadly, and oddly, however I don’t have a lot of photos featuring my hometown of Washington,... -
Dog Sledding Adventure Through Alberta, Canada
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Sea Lions on a Beach in the Galapagos
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Mts. Cook and Tasman Reflected in Lake Matheson, New Zealand
Posted on February 20, 2012 | No CommentsMts. Cook and Tasman Reflected in Lake Matheson in New Zealand -
The Cliffs of Masada in Israel
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Special Moments – A Travel Photo Love Letter
Posted on February 16, 2012 | 10 CommentsThe theme for #FriFotos this week is a special one that has forced me to think about Valentine’s Day and what my partner means to me. The theme is Special Moments and I wouldn’t have any special travel moments without my partner of ten years,... -
Surprise! I’m in Iceland with the Photos to Prove It
Posted on February 12, 2012 | 26 CommentsSo a couple of weeks ago on my birthday my partner announced that my present was a surprise trip to an undisclosed location. When we arrived at the airport last Thursday night I still had no idea where we were headed; an exciting adventure for... -
Stunning Beauty of Sand – Travel Photo Series
Posted on February 9, 2012 | 4 CommentsWhenever the theme for #FriFotos is something obscure I always wish for a grand subject, something with endless possibilities. I got it this week when the theme SAND was announced, but I never appreciated how much harder it could be to choose from amongst thousands... -
The Cartoon Walk – Looking for the 9th Art in Brussels
Posted on February 7, 2012 | 3 CommentsI couldn’t help but notice that her clothes were pretty small for what was a well formed physique. What was even more strange was that she was a cat. Cartoon cat actually and just one of the many ways in which Brussels pays homage to... -
Village Life Travel Photo Series
Posted on February 2, 2012 | 9 CommentsThis week the #FriFotos Twitter event theme is VILLAGE. There are a lot of different interpretations one could take, but I decided to go with the obvious and highlight some examples of village life from my travels. Enjoy! -
My 7 Super Shots
Posted on January 29, 2012 | 11 CommentsI was recently approached by the site Hostelbookers.com to participate in a round robin style blog post. Yes, another one, but this one is fun. They assembled seven bloggers, including myself, and asked us to contribute one photo and story for seven categories. You can... -
Feasting Around the World – Travel Food Photo Series
Posted on January 26, 2012 | 5 CommentsIf you’re a frequent (or even infrequent) reader, then you know that I love photography and have been working hard to improve my own. The power of a single image to transport us to a new and exotic land is intoxicating and I love finding... -
Reflections on a Petra Dog
Posted on January 22, 2012 | No CommentsI took this photo in Petra, Jordan, while on a 10-hour exploration of the ancient site. It was hot, scorching really, and every living thing was seeking shade of some sort, including this little guy. Dogs traditionally are not well cared for in certain... -
A Look at the Exotic – Photo Series
Posted on January 19, 2012 | 5 CommentsExotic is this week’s #FritFotos theme, the Twitter event when people from around the world share their favorite photos. Exotic strictly defined means anything foreign, but for most of us it has additional connotations. It’s not just enough to be foreign, but for many exotic... -
Thinking of My Happy Place – Travel Photo Series
Posted on January 12, 2012 | 9 CommentsEvery week on Twitter, people from around the world share their favorite photos by using the #FriFotos hashtag. I usually use the theme of the week as an excuse to put together a photo series, a way to contribute and to engage with more people.... -
UPDATED: Travel Dogs – My Favorite Dogs From Around the World
Posted on January 5, 2012 | 10 CommentsEven if you’re an infrequent reader of LandLopers, the fact that I am a huge dog lover will come as no surprise. I’ve always loved dogs, all animals really, and have three rescued pups living with me now, with the possibility of a fourth always... -
Old and New Architecture From Around the World – A Travel Photo Series
Posted on December 29, 2011 | No CommentsAlmost every Friday I publish a post of photography that follows the #FriFotos theme of the week. #FriFotos is a weekly event on Twitter when people from around the world share their favorite photos along a specific theme. This week I am one of the... -
My Favorite Photos of 2011
Posted on December 22, 2011 | 8 CommentsI’ll be doing a more robust series of my favorite travel photos from the year soon, but I want to offer a sneak peek to go along with the #FriFotos theme. Every week thousands of people from around the world share photos on Twitter along... -
Christmas in Paris – From Macaroons to a Sparkling Eiffel Tower
Posted on December 21, 2011 | 3 CommentsI’m pretty familiar with Paris. I’ve visited, admired and even lived there briefly. The one time of year still unknown to me though was Paris during the Christmas holiday season, an experience I finally fulfilled this week. We started the day with a culinary tour... -
Travel Photos – First Time in Amsterdam
Posted on December 20, 2011 | 4 CommentsOn Tuesday we boarded the Thalys train early in the morning with an eye on spending the day in Amsterdam. Luckily as holders of a Eurail Flexi Pass, it was extremely easy to take a quick day trip to the famous canal city of the... -
Photos of the Day – Brussels’ Giant Atom, Peeing Statues and more Christmas Market Madness
Posted on December 19, 2011 | 5 CommentsWe took a break from the Christmas Market madness and the sweet smell of baking waffles to visit one of the more unusual attractions in the city, the very mod Atomium. More on this in a future post, but the Atomium was built for the... -
Photos of the Day – Wintertime Fun, Waffles and Comic Book Heroes in Brussels
Posted on December 18, 2011 | 1 CommentOur first day in Brussels was necessarily a light one, mostly because of our overwhelming exhaustion. We did spend an incredible afternoon walking around the city center and the Grand Place, currently home to the annual Winter Festival. Stalls line the cobblestone streets selling everything... -
Festive Christmas in Mexico – A Photo Series
Posted on December 15, 2011 | 2 CommentsThe holidays are upon us, which led to the fitting #FriFotos theme this week: Festive. I was recently in Puerto Vallarta where the city was celebrating the Festival of Guadalupe and getting ready for the Christmas holiday. Here are some photos of a very festival... -
Puerto Vallarta Dreams – Photos From Paradise
Posted on December 11, 2011 | 6 CommentsA few weeks ago I was approached by the fine folks over at AMResorts to partner together on a pretty exciting initiative. AMResorts is the provider of sales, marketing and brand management services to five brands of exclusive resort properties in Mexico and the Dominican... -
Embracing Yellow – A Travel Photo Series
Posted on December 8, 2011 | 1 CommentThis week the theme for the Twitter event #FriFotos is YELLOW. Rather than reinterpret the theme, I decided to take it literally and feature some of my favorite travel photos featuring this oft maligned color. -
Thankful for Adventure – Travel Photo Series
Posted on November 24, 2011 | No CommentsIt is once again time for the Twitter event #FriFotos when people around the world share their favorite photos. This week the theme is THANKFUL, in recognition of the fact that we in the United States just celebrated Thanksgiving and with it the start of... -
Tribute to Flags From Around the World – A Photo Series
Posted on November 17, 2011 | 4 CommentsIt is once again time for the Twitter event #FriFotos when people around the world share their favorite photos. This week the theme is FLAGS, something which I have well documented on my travels. Below are some of my favorite flags from around the world.... -
Five Random Travel Photos I Love
Posted on November 15, 2011 | 5 CommentsI may not be a world famous National Geographic travel photographer, but that doesn’t mean I don’t enjoy photography as a hobby. Flipping through my photos recently I found a few that I love and thought I would share them with you. 1. I was... -
Finding Beauty in Heights – A Photo Series
Posted on November 10, 2011 | 2 CommentsIt is once again time for the Twitter event #FriFotos when people around the world share their favorite photos. This week the theme is FALL, obviously a nod to the season and the beauty of turning leaves and roaring fires. I decided to take a... -
Travel Spotlight – Lake Rotorua
Posted on November 7, 2011 | No CommentsLake Rotorua Located in the heart of New Zealand’s North Island, the Rotorua region is one of the country’s oldest tourist destinations, all because of some smelly water. The geothermal activity has made the lake area a spa destination for as long as there... -
Beauty in Contrasts – A Travel Photo Series
Posted on November 3, 2011 | 1 CommentWhen the FriFotos on Twitter theme for this week was announced, I was at a loss. The theme, Trick or Treat, usually conjures up images of kids in costume, pumpkins and other Fright Night antics. Yeah, I have none of that. So I thought about...
