December 3rd, 2011 | by admin | published in featured, latest posts, remembering..., things to do & see
Jiuzhaigou is scenically one of the most spectacular landscapes I have ever seen, however I have realised I need to qualify this a little. I grew up in an area that was very flat and dry, so in a way I find mountains, snow and the whole alpine scenery thing to be all quite exotic.
Jiuzhaigou [...]
November 29th, 2009 | by admin | published in featured, latest posts, places, things to do & see
The magnificent Detian Falls located on the China/Vietnam border shines with vivid, jewel like colour and is definitely worth a visit.
So much more attractive than just your standard trickle of water running over a cliff, Detian is some 200 metres wide and has three tiers of water rushing over its various edges. [...]
November 12th, 2009 | by admin | published in latest posts, other stuff
calendar – Images by Jillian Mitchell
2010 LANDSCAPES
A selection of stunning images of this amazing world we live in.
A3 in size and printed on 200gsm high quality satin art paper the calendars come bound with white wire and are ready to hang.
To get your copy click on the following link to be taken to my [...]
November 2nd, 2009 | by admin | published in latest posts, other stuff
The cycle of rice has passed through its final phase with the 2nd harvest taking place throughout the countryside.
These times of intense activity witnessed during planting and harvesting make exploring the countryside just that little bit more interesting and alive.
Dry warm weather with fields of burnt gold contrasting superbly against the karsts and clear, [...]
September 13th, 2009 | by admin | published in latest posts, places
Formed by the erosion of coastline over thousands of years the twelve apostles continue to evolve as the fierce Southern Ocean’s wild winds and chilly waters pound the coastline on the southern side of Australia.
The soft limestone structures are impressive at any time of day and in any weather. Colours that descend from strong [...]
September 9th, 2009 | by admin | published in latest posts, places
The Great Ocean Road is one of Victoria’s premier attractions and it certainly doesn’t disappoint.
Kilometre after kilometre of highway hugs the rugged coastline, dips off into pristine rainforest or traverses lush farmlands. The result is a constant stream of awe-inspiring vistas.
The ultimate way though to get the most out of this area is to walk. [...]
September 5th, 2009 | by admin | published in latest posts, things to do & see
Every time I return to Australia I often find myself staring in wonder at the deep blue skies. Not that we don’t get blue skies in Yangshuo it is just that the clarity or intensity of colour is sometimes a little lacking.
The vast canola fields in bloom throughout Northern Victoria and Southern NSW are a [...]
August 6th, 2009 | by admin | published in eating & drinking, latest posts
There is certainly no shortage of bars in Yangshuo. What has been missing though is a relaxed bar that takes advantage of the sheer natural beauty of the surrounding landscape.
Superbly situated with fantastic views, the River Bar has certainly filled this void.
Indulge in a delicious fresh fruit cocktail as you drift off into the [...]
June 26th, 2009 | by admin | published in latest posts, other stuff
Beautiful lotus flowers are starting to bloom in ponds around Yangshuo. Symbolizing purity, peace and perfection, the pink lotus is said to be the most sacred of all.
Two of the best places to view these sublime blossoms in town are in the large pond on the outskirts of Yangshuo park and the stream on [...]
June 18th, 2009 | by admin | published in latest posts, places, things to do & see
The first thing that captured my attention on the internet for Dali Dong village in South Eastern Guizhou was the phrase “untouched by tourism”. Of course I was a bit of a skeptic as I found this phrase at least 3 times on various travel and tour websites. But it was on our way, so [...]
