Brought to us through the lens of war in several books and movies over the years - depicting the futility of war in Coppola’s Apocalypse Now and its aftermath in Born on the Fourth of July – Vietnam is just opening its borders and participating in the global economy – - one of the fastest growing in the world. Today, looking past the darkness of earlier days, one will find a country of lush, illuminate beauty (more…)
Filed under: Vietnam on August 31st, 2007 | No Comments »
We found the most splendid paradise on Ko Samet Island. Our own little piece of utopia – a simple hut smack on its very own private beach secluded by trees. A large gecko agreed to share his tiny sanctuary with us in return for a position on the ceiling, high above the mosquito netting. Butterflies the size of hummingbirds and bumblebees were already hard at work in the lush plants and flowers when we arrived. Birds welcomed us with their songs. (more…)
Filed under: Thailand on August 17th, 2007 | 5 Comments »
Bangkok. Sweet, Sexy, Sultry Bangkok. If Bangkok were a lady, she’d be smoldering, bejeweled, glistening skin and maybe a bit promiscuous. By day, grounded by the monks that walk the streets of her mind. By night, her inhibitions unravel – loud music obstructing her thoughts, forgangs having their way with her on Khao San road. (more…)
Filed under: Thailand on August 11th, 2007 | 4 Comments »
I didn’t write much since South America but that trip wore me out and I’m ready to chill in Asia. But not quite yet. Couldn’t bear to get on another long haul flight after the 21 hours back to Toronto so side-tripped it and got on a 2 hour flight to Halifax instead. (more…)
Filed under: Canada on August 8th, 2007 | 2 Comments »