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April 22nd 2010
Julia Bathing with Elephants at the Anantara Resort at the Golden triangle. On our last day in Northern Thailand, following a visit to the fantastic Opium Museum (more on another blog) we got back to the hotel to what turned out to be the highlight of the whole holiday for Julia. We took a buggie down to the river and then as the elephants arrived, Julia asked if She could join in with the bathing. At that time only 5-6 elephants were in the river, but after only a few minutes more than 20 elephants were in the river at the same time as Julia. A magnificent sight them all enjoying themselves and the younger ones squirting Juia with Water. A marvellous 45 minutes.... read more
Last Day in Northern Thailand
Published: April 22nd 2010Asia » Thailand » Northern Thailand » Chiang Saen
April 20th 2010
On our last day in Northern Thailand and still uncertain wheter we had flights back or not, we decided to have an early breakfast and join Meana the baby (4yr old) elepehant on the breakfast terrace. We had some lovely photos to go with the previous days and the we visited the Elepha sanctary where we talked to the lady who said She was the "Vet" and saw a number of elephants in good condition (including one who was pregnant) They eat loads!. We then went through some of the beutiful gardens and flowers (going past a water buffalo in mud) and then we visited the Opium museum opposite the hotel. Provided by the Queen Mum Projects, it was an eye opening insight into the History of Opium, its effects on people and also the area ... read more
"5 years of wedded bliss!!!
Published: April 22nd 2010Europe » United Kingdom » England » Cheshire » Alderley Edge
March 9th 2010
Julia, linda, hilary andMandy hit the Lakes for a joint 50th celebration!Great weather and great fun!... read more
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