European ski trip
There’s an old joke about Americans’ whirlwind tours of Europe: Son: Where are we Dad? Dad: (consulting itinerary) Well it’s Tuesday, so this must be France. It’s funny. But it’s not really a joke at all. With so few vacation days, Americans tend to overdo their schedules and under do their understanding. As a […]
Soneva Koh Kiri
Needing a break from the hustle and bustle of Bangkok and its ever increasing traffic gridlock and pace of life we booked a long weekend at Soneva Kiri on the island of Koh Kood near Koh Chang off the coast of Trat. For those of you that have not experienced the eco-friendly resorts of Soneva […]
Return To Krabi
Alex returns to Krabi for three very different experiences. One of the things I absolutely love about being in Bangkok is the availability of cheap and amazing holidays on your doorstep. I am a little nomad at heart and have travelled around the world 3 times which I guess is why the transient life of the […]
Kids at Changi Airport
At www.kiddycations.com we thought we had seen it all, until we researched Changi Airport! This airport in Singapore literally has it all! Family friendly lounges, play areas galore, entertainment zones, swimming pool and even a nature trail! Play Time Play areas All three terminals have play areas that are suitable for children aged 1-12 years […]
As the white Buddha watches over Nha Trang …
It’s easy to get blasé. Temples and shrines are juxtapositioned next to high rise towers and ancient ruins mingle with cities throughout Asia. Ayutthaya north of Bangkok, the old Siamese capital, with its three Chedis reaching for the sky protecting the ashes of the Kings beneath, stands out for me when visited at sunset and […]
Discovering Penang
It was our first trip outside Thailand and perhaps the most fascinating one. Funky street art, homemade Indian food and astonishing Chinese temples – a beautiful blend of different cultures to experience in one place. George Town My significant other and I stayed at one of the guesthouses ran by Chinese family in George Town, […]
Our epic adventure in Bagan, Myanmar
One of the many perks of being an expat in Asia is the fact that we have the most idyllic locations at the most affordable rates just around the corner. High in our list of family destinations was the ancient city of Bagan, located in the Mandalay region of Myanmar. Bagan houses the remains of […]
The headhunters of Nagaland
In the north east of India, bordering with Myanmar, is the city of Long Wa which is home to the last living headhunters of Nagaland. These older tattooed men are surrounded by green forests prosperous with nature and who live a traditional way of life. As a university photography professor, I am always looking for […]
RELOCATING TO SAMUI
Every year, thousands of foreign nationals choose to relocate to Koh Samui. Should you choose, you can live in an area free of expats, and completely immerse yourself in Thai people and culture. Indeed one of Thailand’s biggest draws is the welcoming nature of their citizens. Showing them even a nominal amount of warmth and […]
Traditional embrace with a new version of culture
The younger version of me, the pre expat version of myself, the version of the inexperienced traveller in me, the version of myself saying “I’ll never ride on a motorbike”. Then there is the earlier version of myself as to what holidays that I celebrated, never knowing that there would be new holidays that she […]