Akajima Island – Relax In Paradise
Akajima island (or Aka to those in the know) lies off the coast of Okinawa, which itself lies off the coast of mainland Japan. Home to 250 people and a whole lot of wildlife, it’s…
Exploring Singapore – The Futuristic City in a Garden
If you were asked to describe a ‘modern city’ then you would not be too far wide of the mark if you said, ‘a bit like Singapore’. Singapore is a very modern city; culturally diverse,…
A Day in Kyoto, Japan
Fushimi Inari was one of my highlights during a two-week Japan getaway- an ancient pathway of bright orange torii gates and shrines, just a five-minute-train-journey from Kyoto Station. I’d wanted to see it for myself…
Exploring Bali
Bali is a beautiful place. That is a simple and succinct summary but it as true as it is concise. There is beauty everywhere; amazing temples, the verdant rain forest and the creatures that inhabit…
Secret Singapore: A Wild Walk Beyond the Skyscrapers
Singapore: a city state of skyscrapers, shopping malls and Hawker Centres. It’s not a destination that many would associate with wildlife spotting. For most visitors, the wildest Singapore gets is a walk around the (excellent) Gardens…
A Peak At The Island of Pulau Ubin, Singapore
After making some enquiries as to what I could do on a layover in Singapore, a work colleague suggested a trip to Pulau Ubin. He gave me some basic information and the seed was sown….
Thailand – Railay Beach Vibes And Sunset
Once in a while you visit a place that just feels ‘special’ and Railay Beach in Krabi, Thailand is one of those special places. The beach itself is vast and sandy, set against a dramatic…
Hiking ‘Dragon Crest’ Mountain in Thailand
I knew hiking a mountain forest in 98% humidity in Thailand was going to be a challenge. I also knew that it would be slow-going, as there would be so many photo opportunities! It would…
The Secret Lagoon of Hong Island
After visiting the incredible white powder beach of Hong Island, our boat then headed back out to sea and we started to cruise along the rocky coastline. We were looking for a narrow entrance in…
Exploring Paradise… Thailand’s Hong Island
The traditional Thai long tail boat moored up on the beach and the captain beckoned us to climb aboard. Wading out through the warm sea, I did my best to hold my camera bag high…
Tian Tan Buddha, Hong Kong
I’ve been to Hong Kong quite often of late and as always I’m looking for something interesting to do. I’ve heard of people going to see Tian Tan Buddha, also known as the Big Buddha,…
The Wetland Park, Hong Kong
Hong Kong is such a fantastic city to visit but there are times when you just want to escape the hustle and bustle. Let me take you on a walk around the wetland park situated…