A Fancy Hotel on the Far Side of the Nam Khan

January 22nd 2010
Living at a guesthouse, I’ve gotten the chance to meet a variety of people from around the world, some delightful, some strange, most interesting. Generally, I enjoy watching them ask the owner odd questions. For instance, a young French woman the other day was very concerned about the presence of snakes. “Are there any snakes around here? I’m really afraid of snakes. Actually I look for ... read more

Asia » Laos » West » Luang Prabang

Laos was under the control of Siam (Thailand) from the late 18th century until the late 19th century when it became part of French Indochina. The Franco-Siamese Treaty of 1907 defined the current Lao border with Thailand. In 1975, the Communist Pathe... ... read more

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"Life is Short and the World is Wide"

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"I haven't been everywhere, but it's on my list." - Susan Sontag "Life is short and the world is wide" so we better make the best of it. I support doing what makes your heart happy while helping to make other people's hearts happier. For me, that means exploring the world and taking chances, investing myself in the places and activities that fascinate and thrill me. While travelling I learn, share and help as I go. I supported my adventures through all sorts of work: cooking, bartending, teaching English, writing, per... full info

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