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23rd June 2014

I want!
Hong Kong is so international--you are so lucky! And I feel your pain of those first years--for me, I was in places where these treats just weren't available. I've been traveling in South America for four years and am now in Arequipa, Peru, with supermarkets with real cheese, Walker's Scottish shortbread cookies, rye bread and German Ritter Sport chocolates. Massively expensive, but I'm in food heaven. If I ever do as you, and go ex-pat, I want these familiar treats--major yum!

From Blog: The Edible Mundo - Hong Kong

28th June 2014

JHG
JHG

Thanks for your comment!
Gracias Taracloud! I'd love to go to South America again - I've only visited Argentina. How do you manage to travel for four years?! My next holiday is actually back to the UK so I can stock up on all those home treats! Buen viaje! JHG

From Blog: The Edible Mundo - Hong Kong

22nd May 2014

D MJ Binkley
Dave and Merry Jo Binkley

Nice one
America the beautiful

From Blog: New York under my feet

22nd May 2014

D MJ Binkley
Dave and Merry Jo Binkley

Fantastic
Perfect moon shot.

From Blog: New York under my feet

22nd May 2014

D MJ Binkley
Dave and Merry Jo Binkley

NYC
A perfect photo!

From Blog: New York under my feet

22nd May 2014

D MJ Binkley
Dave and Merry Jo Binkley

Learning coordinates
You make a good point I guess we are good at coordinates. We don't think about it. NYC is so amazing. Not like the "real U.S.A." and yet it is. Glad you took in a spinning class. How wonderful. And jazz....perfect! You are doing the city right. Good for you! 5 days is not enough please come back.

From Blog: New York under my feet

23rd May 2014

JHG
JHG

Thanks!
Thank you for all your comments - much appreciated. I certainly will be back! I had a great trip, and I felt like I left so much uncovered! The parts beyond the tourism!

From Blog: New York under my feet

8th March 2014

D MJ Binkley
Dave and Merry Jo Binkley

Other senses become heightened
What a great experience you've had communicating without words. A challenge I'm sure but it has made you more aware. Great story. Sounds like it did not keep you from enjoying Hong Kong. Looking forward to more.

From Blog: Hong Kong Without Words

9th March 2014

JHG
JHG

Thanks!
I'll be writing more soon!

From Blog: Hong Kong Without Words

7th March 2014

Keep Smiling
Mike Fossey

I used to be a frequent visitor to HK...
My in-laws lived at Repulse Bay. That was some years ago and I know there have been many changes, but your interesting and well-observed photos bring back some happy memories.

From Blog: Hong Kong Without Words

8th March 2014

JHG
JHG

Thanks
Glad you like the photos - thanks for your comment!

From Blog: Hong Kong Without Words

7th March 2014

Jeremy Chiron
non-member comment

Good pics!
Always nice to re-visit HK. Thanks for sharing! For your next blog, you should blindfold yourself and go record sounds you hear in the city! ;-)

From Blog: Hong Kong Without Words

8th March 2014

JHG
JHG

Thanks!
Not sure I'd be safe doing that! Glad you like the blog - thanks for your comment!

From Blog: Hong Kong Without Words

15th October 2013

RENanDREW
Ren & Andrew

That looks so delicious! Is nshima made from yam or corn?

From Blog: Trading shoes for a wooden bowl! Livingstone to Lusaka

15th October 2013

JHG
JHG

Nshima
Hi - Nshima is made from corn/maize. It was good with the main dish!

From Blog: Trading shoes for a wooden bowl! Livingstone to Lusaka

7th October 2013

taracloud
Tara Cloud

Fabulous blog and adventures!
I too never wanted to go on a safari, but your blog has changed my mind. Amazing that you saw so many animals and so up close. Great photos too!

From Blog: A wild adventure! (Safari in Chobe National Park, Botswana)

8th October 2013

JHG
JHG

Do it!
I'm glad you might change your mind. Find the right safari, and it is certainly a memorable experience!

From Blog: A wild adventure! (Safari in Chobe National Park, Botswana)

6th October 2013

D MJ Binkley
Dave and Merry Jo Binkley

Sounds fantatic
We long to take a safari and your blog has strengthened our desire. Fantastic photos

From Blog: A wild adventure! (Safari in Chobe National Park, Botswana)

8th October 2013

JHG
JHG

Thanks! :)
Thanks for your comment - always much appreciated. I definitely recommend it. Find the right safari, and I am sure you will enjoy it!

From Blog: A wild adventure! (Safari in Chobe National Park, Botswana)

20th September 2013

D MJ Binkley
Dave and Merry Jo Binkley

Some days are special
Your excitement showed in your blog. This was one of those memorable days you'll be thinking about when you are 95 & in the rocking chair. Wow. What an experience....

From Blog: Top day!! Breakfast on Livingstone Island & a sunset cruise full of hippos

20th September 2013

D MJ Binkley
Dave and Merry Jo Binkley

Royal Livingstone Hotel
Sounds like the high life! Loved the Zebras and your lead photo is fantastic.

From Blog: Livingstone Living

8th September 2013

JenniferMP
Jennifer P.

Wow, so close to the edge!
I cant believe how close you were to the edge of the falls, But they certainly made for exciting pictures! Thanks for sharing your amazing experience :)

From Blog: Top day!! Breakfast on Livingstone Island & a sunset cruise full of hippos

8th September 2013

JHG
JHG

Thanks for your comment!
I can't quite believe it myself! If you get the chance, I fully recommend it!

From Blog: Top day!! Breakfast on Livingstone Island & a sunset cruise full of hippos

6th September 2013

zsteve
S

Vic Falls
Thank you for bringing back some great memories ... Despite being from Germany I also stayed at Fawlty Towers. I agree with you, the trip to Livingstone Island and finding yourself sitting on the edge of the falls must rate as one of the most amazing things to do. Enjoy the rest of your trip!

From Blog: Top day!! Breakfast on Livingstone Island & a sunset cruise full of hippos

6th September 2013

JHG
JHG

Thanks for your comment!
Yes, it certainly was amazing. Thanks for taking the time to comment!

From Blog: Top day!! Breakfast on Livingstone Island & a sunset cruise full of hippos

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JHG

JHG

I moved to Hong Kong in August 2007 with the intention of staying for 9 months...until I left eight and a half years later....I finally made a move from HK and spent 2016 in Sydney, Australia. 2017 has included Thailand, Philippines, Hong Kong, Peru, Ireland and Sweden. My favourite adventure: I went travelling in Asia and Europe for six months, taking the Trans-Siberian railway back to England. We managed to get from Thailand to London with no airplanes! I'm a keen photographer and writer & I hope you enjoy my blogs. JHG... full info