I just wanted to post a quick note to remind you to have a look at the photos from my recent trip to Luang Prabang. One of the things I love about living and traveling in Asia is the burst of color and the numerous exotic plants you see almost anywhere. A number of photos [...]
...more... →One of the things I love about the Kamu Lodge (one of the properties in the portfolio of the hospitality group I work for) is the gorgeous nature surrounding the accommodations. It takes three hours by boat to arrive at the Lodge; it’s located on the banks of the Mekong River int he Lao forest. [...]
...more... →I’m a bit worried tonight about this tiny little gecko (no bigger than my pinky finger). I came home and found him on the wall. Camera was nearby and I took a photo. Had some dinner, watched some TV and then came back to my room to my desk to do my computer stuff.
I [...]
...more... →I recognize I’m a total geek and a bit nerdy to post a photo of a plant – BUT – This plant (quite appropriately a banana tree) has been in my apartment since I moved in…I negotiated “potted plants” into my contract. I only got this one, but it is quite large and beautiful. I [...]
...more... →Walked in the bathroom when I got home today and found this little guy running across the top of the bathroom wall. I quick and got my camera. And here he is!
With my apartment being more sound than my last one, I don’t have many geckos inside my apartment. This guy lives behind the [...]
...more... →The intention was to go out to Halong Bay for a site inspection for a program we want to add on our tour. The result was me strapped up in climbing gear, reaching the end of the rope with a big smile on my face.
Onslo greeted me at the pier and after hopping on [...]
...more... →For anyone who has traveled through SE Asia, this is a familiar sight. I love these little geckos. I was delighted to come home tonight and find one tucked up near the corner of my living room wall. He was a tiny little one, not even as long as my index finger.
There must not [...]
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