Asia

GWK – giant Vishnu monument (Bali)

The full name is Garuda Wisnu Kencana Cultural Park, so there’s no wonder it’s just referred to as GWK. It...

Bali’s beautiful flowers and dragonflies – photos

Bali has so much to do and see, but the entire island is a beautiful natural destination. Beauty surrounds you....

Bebek Joni – food in paradise (Bali)

While the food here is overpriced by Bali standards and just ok, it is worth coming to Bebek Joni for...

Eat in a treehouse – Bali

When planning our trip to Bali, my friend and I looked for unusual and tasty foods to try. We found...

China: helpful free apps

These apps are great to have installed before you go so they are ready to use as you need a...

Poo Poo Paper Park: Elephant Dung paper (Thailand)

Poo Poo Paper Park Poo Poo Paper Park is an attraction that is just a few feet down the road...

Batik in Thailand; Be An Artist

Batik in Thailand While in Thailand, I discovered Backstreet Academy.  They have many affordable classes in arts like glass-blowing, batik...

Carpets unfurled; a kaleidoscope of color (Asia)

If you’ve been to the Jade shop or tea ceremony in China, the Argan oil store in Morocco or any...

Wat Phra That Doi Suthep

Doi Suthep (doy soo tep) is a mountain overlooking Chiang Mai Thailand. Wat Phra That Doi Suthep is the temple...

Xi'an China summary – what to do/see/know

Xi’an (shee-ahn)  is the capital of Shaanxi Province, China and is one of the oldest cities in China.  In fact...