DONSOL, THE PHILIPPINES – After three hours of aimlessly crisscrossing the waters I thought the guide would call it a day without us having caught a single glimpse. Not a fin. Even the spotters, perched high on the small boat’s bamboo towers, slumped and seemed less optimistic. Continue reading “Butanding!”
Portraits of Northern Laos: The story behind the colours
Ten colours, ten stories. This photo essay is the first of a series about Northern Laos.
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Plunge into local life in Luang Prabang at Phosi Market
Phosi Market
LUANG PRABANG, Laos –
Silvery, slithery things indignantly flick their tails sending a wave of water out of the bucket. Unidentified creatures with small paws sizzle on a grill. Continue reading Plunge into local life in Luang Prabang at Phosi Market
Din Tai Fung & the Art of the Dumpling
The art of the dumpling & how legendary Din Tai Fung restaurant brought Taiwanese food to the world stage. Continue reading Din Tai Fung & the Art of the Dumpling
October 23, 2011: “Stuff”
I recently stumbled upon something I had written and long forgotten about. It was entitled “Stuff”, dated October 23, 2011. Exactly two years ago today, I was frantically packing up my stuff, my life in Toronto for an opportunity to pursue my dream job abroad as a travel writer. It felt crazy; I was taking a huge leap of faith. Did I really have the balls to do it? Here is the entry: Continue reading October 23, 2011: “Stuff”
Hiking in Luang Prabang: The Chomphet Hike
Looking for some hiking in Luang Prabang? Just across the Mekong River from town is a fantastic half-day walk known as Chomphet Hike. Continue reading Hiking in Luang Prabang: The Chomphet Hike
The Akha Headdress: Iconic Ethnicity
Because of their magnificent headdress, the Akha are one of the most recognizable, iconic ethnic groups in Southeast Asia. In this post: details on the headdress & a visual step-by-step on how to put one on. Continue reading The Akha Headdress: Iconic Ethnicity
5 Tips for Travelling Laos During Rainy Season
Travelling Laos during rainy season can be incredibly challenging. Some “roads” in Laos aren’t in great condition even in the best weather. Rainy season downpours wreak havoc on the infrastructure. Continue reading 5 Tips for Travelling Laos During Rainy Season
The new Luang Prabang Airport and the quiet end of an era
On June 26, 2013, the new Luang Prabang airport quietly came into operation. And just like that, the old LPQ was no more. Continue reading The new Luang Prabang Airport and the quiet end of an era
KEEP CALM AND DRINK BEERLAO
Anyone who has been to Laos and enjoyed a Beerlao or two (or 50) knows:
1) It’s the best beer in Asia.
2) If you could (easily) get it outside of Laos, the world would be a better place. Continue reading KEEP CALM AND DRINK BEERLAO