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 [...]
July 28th, 2011 | by admin | published in latest posts, things to do & see
Nanning is a vibrant, dynamic modern city with some 40% of its land mass dedicated to green spaces thus earning its reputation as China’s premier “green city”. Getting a genuine taste of this relaxed and friendly destination is simply a matter of venturing into one of the many parks or gardens.
Qingxiu Mountain is affectionately known [...]
August 7th, 2010 | by admin | published in latest posts, other stuff
Slated as Vietnam’s premiere luxury resort, The Nam Hai certainly has pretty much attained the right formula.
The grounds and rooms are both beautifully designed and practically laid out taking advantage of both classic Vietnamese architecture and the stunning beachfront location. Each unit is stylishly appointed enjoying ocean views with attentive, well trained staff to cater [...]
June 16th, 2010 | by admin | published in latest posts, things to do & see
One of the more popular theories on the origins of the Dragon Boat festival is as remembrance of the search for the suicidal ancient scholar Qu Yuan. Accused of treason this popular poet drowned himself after being banished. Local residents are said to have raced around the waters try to rescue him or retrieve his [...]
May 25th, 2010 | by admin | published in latest posts, on the road
Although this was my first visit to the Philippines I can confidently say it won’t be my last. A huge surprise was just how close it is to Hong Kong. (My flight from Shanghai to HK was longer than the HK to Manila section.)
Flights to Boracay, despite being an easy 1 hour or so on [...]
May 25th, 2010 | by admin | published in eating & drinking
I don’t know if it was the gorgeous sweeping beach views under vibrantly coloured sunset skies, the light balmy sea breeze or the sparkling, clear turquoise waters that lap gently against the shores but the Margaritas at the bar on the far northern end of White Sand Beach were some of best to ever pass [...]
May 24th, 2010 | by admin | published in latest posts, places
48 hours ago I lay stretched out on a wonderful, over-sized beach lounge lapping up the pure delight of being in the gorgeous surroundings of White Sand beach in Boracay (Philippines).
After yesterdays sensational sunset wedding this morning we have ventured out of the luxury resort environs and moved around the headland to what I can [...]
May 20th, 2010 | by admin | published in where am i
Tomorrow I will be jetting off to the Philippines.
Come Saturday morning I hope to be sunning myself on the glorious, powder white sandy beaches of Boracay and dipping into the crystal clear waters for just a touch of refreshment.
Unfortunately it is not all play, I will be shooting a wedding with a fellow photographer on [...]
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 20th, 2009 | by admin | published in latest posts, other stuff
2010 “Nature in Black & White” Calendar – Images by Jillian Mitchell
The absence of colour allows us to see more clearly the beautiful and intricate patterns of nature.
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 purchase your very own [...]
