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…
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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…
A Bangkok State of Mind
Most of us in the United States were brought up thinking that a religious or spiritual way of life is something to be practiced on Sundays at church or Friday evenings at sundown with the family. But much of the world does not work this way. Many other cultures incorporate a spiritual practice into their Read More…