The true paradises are the paradises that we have lost (Marcel Proust) Ko Samet. Just writing the name of…
Anda, Bohol: A First Pinay Love
I’ve written elsewhere about the perils of B-side travel: overly quiet destinations, less than memorable sights, overall disappointing experiences. But…
Saturday night in Anda, Bohol
Two sold out boats and a cancellation at Cebu Pier 1 meant that, despite having showed up around 10.20 on…
Travel with Kids: When There is Only Football on the Beach
It’s not about the beaches, it’s not about football or animals, not about indulging in junk food and sodas. It’s…
A Week in Laos: First Impressions
“Wow – this place is truly beautiful”, I said to myself as I stared dreamingly at the lush mountains surrounding…
Images of Love in Kuala Lumpur and Putrajaya
Falling in love with a destination is not completely unlike falling in love with a person. There are powerful images,…
Beaches of Krabi II: Railay and Ao Nang
Railay beach. How can you be in Krabi and not go to Railay? I didn’t get there early, as I…
