Wordless wanderlust: Don’t overlook the alleys

By Carlo Alcos On September 5, 2009 · 5 Comments

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Here’s some weekend wanderlust inspiration for you. Get out and explore.

Amsterdam alley

Amsterdam alley

Photo: van Ort

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Carlo Alcos

Carlo Alcos is the editor of Brave New Traveler and co-founder of Confronting Love. He blogs about his travels and life in general at Vagabonderz.com. You can also find him at the yoga studio and tweeting away as @vagab0nderz.

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http://www.paul-sullivan.com Paul Sullivan

What an atmospheric and inspiring photo. Is that yours Carlo? Awesome.
http://www.paul-sullivan.com Paul Sullivan

Ah, just saw the credit. Oops!
http://www.tvrotsyourmindgrapes.com/ Marissa

I love finding little alleys (provided they are not scary, haha). That picture is gorgeous.
http://thelonglayover.blospot.com Carlo

Melbourne is a fantastic city for alley exploring! Especially if you like street art. So many hidden places.
http://www.asianramblings.com Stevo

Great image. I love alleys. Hong Kong has some great ones.

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