The Dolomites – what once seemed like a faraway destination that would only ever remain in my dreams, finally became a reality.
I had admired these Italian mountains for years. With its rugged landscapes, charming alpine villages, and breathtaking scenery that seemed too good to be true, I knew someday I would have to witness this region myself in person.
Luckily, I was finally able to accomplish this personal milestone this past summer on one of my trips to Italy. The region was vast yet comforting – stimulating yet soothing. It encapsulated everything you would want in a mountain destination and then some.
Even just a simple evening walk or pizza by the lake would feel like the kind of moment that you needed to stop what you were doing and just appreciate what was right in front of you.
Now months later, I still find myself drifting to these distant memories, in an attempt to relive the peaceful sensation these mountains imprinted within me.
Normally in a blog post I would write down everything you need to know, see, and eat while traveling to a new destination. I’ve already done that in my article on planning a road trip through the Dolomites. For this post, I’m going to let the photos do all the talking.
Just to give a little background, I’ve found a new love for shooting on film while traveling around Europe. Not only am I attracted to the romantic aesthetic that European cities portray on film, but it also helps me stay more present while on the road.
When shooting on film, you have one chance to get the shot right. Unlike an iphone where you can instantly see, critique, retake, and delete, you can’t see how your photos turned out when using a film camera. You have no control over what the final outcome will be, which to me adds a level of beauty to the overall process.
Below are some of my most favorite personal souvenirs from my time in the Dolomites.
Hope you enjoy
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