My first attempt at a serious panorama of the Milky Way, our home galaxy. Cape Hatteras Lighthouse provides an ideal location since it faces the right direction to compose such a panorama while maintaining the balance in the image.

This shot is composed of 6 vertical shots shot at 30 degrees of rotation and merged in Photoshop. Added to the usual difficulties of shooting and composing a panorama at night, this night was crazy hot with nighttime temperature in the mid 80s, no breeze and humidity so high that the lens had to be wiped after every exposure. On top of it, the mosquitoes had a field day running rings around me and no amount of bug spray helped. But in spite of all that, I managed to walk away with an image and experience that does appeal to me.

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Hyatt Place Virginia Beach / Oceanfront

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"This hotel was an excellent place to stay. The room was very clean and comfortable. The breakfast was the best I’ve ever seen and everything was delicious. The staff was friendly and welcoming."

Williamsburg Woodlands Hotel & Suites, an official Colonial Williamsburg Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great customer service, clean rooms and friendly staff. The price was reasonable. Location is great. The central location is great as very close to the main areas including the premium outlets. I enjoyed my stay. I plan to be back and tell others."

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