Walking down Khao San Road in Bangkok is an experience, to say the least. Nightlife that never ends… transvestites at every turn… drug deals happening in the light of day… illegally reproduced CD’s and DVD’s for sale… vendor upon vendor lining every square inch of sidewalk. I couldn’t help but smile when I saw this Read More…
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Photo of the Day: Jim Thompson’s House in Bangkok
In the heart of Bangkok, there’s a little oasis down a quiet side street. You’d miss it if you were simply strolling by and you may even miss it if you were looking for it. It’s Jim Thompson’s house. Don’t know who he is? Most people don’t. But you could argue that he single handedly Read More…
Photo of the Day: Monks with Camera
I shouldn’t be surprised when I see monks doing things that laypeople do. But, I cracked up when I saw these two young monks in Bangkok in one of the temples near the Grand Palace. Just like the rest of us tourists, they were taking pictures of each other in front of a large Buddha Read More…
Medical Tourism: Dental Work in Bangkok
When I planned my April trip to Bhutan, I flew through Bangkok and factored in a couple of extra days in that city so that I could get a little dental work done. I knew that it was time for a cleaning (my dentist in Seattle kept reminding me of that) and I knew I Read More…
Photo of the Day: Asian Flowers
I’m so predictable. Or perhaps I just know what I like. As I was sorting through some images, I kept finding similar photos from different countries. The above was taken in Bhutan, in a hotel lobby. I just loved the composition of these three flowers floating in the water. These are lotus flowers floating in Read More…
How Dangerous is a Danger Zone?
In less than a week I’ll be on a plane to Bangkok. BANGKOK. Where currently Thai military are clashing with anti-government protesters who are calling for the resignation of prime minister Abhisit Vejjajiva. I’m fairly confident that the violence will be settled in a week’s time. And given the fact that Bangkok is a big Read More…
Photo of the Day: Bangkok Food Vendor
In just over a week, I’ll be on a plane flying to Bangkok and then preparing to head off (with a group of 14 gals) to Bhutan. One of the best things about Bangkok is the amazing array of foods found all over the city and availalbe from street vendors. This woman is taking a Read More…
Photo of the Day: Reclining Buddha
Next month I’m headed back to Bangkok on my way to Bhutan. In between munching on amazing street food, I will definitely be stopping by the immense temple complex at Wat Pho to see the reclining Buddha. This gold-plated Buddha is about 150 feet long and 45 feet high and is symbolic of the Buddha Read More…
April Bhutan Tour – Deadline Approaching
If you’ve been considering joining me for the April women-only tour to Bhutan, the deadline that will guarantee you a spot is October 25th. The trip runs from April 25th through May 6th, 2009. This 12-day journey is going to be a very special opportunity to bond with other WanderGals and to connect with the Read More…
Bhutan Photography Tour – Fall ’09
I am so pleased to announce a photography tour to Bhutan that is sponsored by Wanderlust and Lipstick and led by award-winning photographer, Brenda Tharp. This 12-day adventure is scheduled for the fall of ’09 in order to take full advantage of photographing during harvesting as well as the numerous cultural festivals that occur during Read More…