Posted in People on Feb 29th, 2008
It’s that time of the year again - after the bonus payout - when we see colleagues making the move to take on new challenges in new environments. Each will have their own reason(s) to move on. Some want a change of environment. Others see better career prospect in their new employment. Some made the […]
Lumix FZ20: F/5.6; 1/500 sec; ISO-80
What do I see in this photo? Three distinct layers - the 3Ss - Sand, Sea & Sky.
In many ways, it epitomizes the heart and soul of Patong. Sand, sea and sky (coincidentally also represented by the 3 closed beach umbrellas) collectively represent the magical equation that draws millions […]
Posted in Xcapades on Feb 28th, 2008
Patong is equally colourful and vibrant at night as it is during the day. If you have the energy, you could roam the streets late into the night and not feel bored. So much to see and do. Here are some shots of Patong nightlife…
Didn’t see any drunken folks crossing
Side-walk bargain hunting
Most restaurant are […]
Posted in Xcapades on Feb 27th, 2008
Patong, located on the west coast of Koh Phuket, is undoubtedly the island’s main tourist spot. There is something for everyone – the straight, gay and family. It’s the activity hub of Phuket; a magnet that draws millions of tourists every year.
By day, the entire 2-km Patong Beach is a sea of tourists, predominantly farangs […]
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The photo above taken at Patong Beach. As you can see, there are 2 gliders up there. One is a tourist, who’s securely strapped, while the other guy, probably a staff with the para-sailing company, was just holding onto the parachute lines. If he slips, he’d fall like a bird […]
Posted in Xcapades on Feb 25th, 2008
Stacks of ‘Penises’ on Ao Phra Nang
After Koh Poda, we then headed to the final stop of the 4-island hopper, to Ao Phra Nang. Actually, it’s not an island as the beach is on the extreme southern part of the Krabi peninsula. This secluded beach is cut off by limestone hills and steep valleys; accessible […]
Posted in Xcapades on Feb 24th, 2008
Lunching on Koh Poda
A small but beautiful island of 1km in diameter, Koh Poda is about 8 km frm Ao Nang. It’s encircled by a soft white sandy beach. The water is crystal clear, with a coral reef lying about 20 or30 metres from the beach front. I have seen an aerial map showing […]
Posted in Xcapades on Feb 23rd, 2008
Fun Time in the Water of Chicken Island
Chicken Island – Koh Kai / Gai in Thai – is named after a unique rock formation on the island, which resembles a chicken head. Some liken it to an ostrich head and neck.
The island comprises steep cliffs and, at low tide, one can enjoy the sandy beaches […]
Posted in Xcapades on Feb 23rd, 2008
Can you imagine that there’re some 200 islands and islets dotting the sea off the coastline of Krabi? Many are small rocky outcrops jutting out from the sea. The bigger islands are mainly uninhabited, with small white sandy beaches and coral reefs. Some have intricate cave systems created by the forces of weather […]
Posted in Xcapades on Feb 22nd, 2008
First Stop, Tup Island
From Ao Nang Bay, our long-tail boat took about 30-40 minutes to reach Koh Tup – ‘koh’ is Thai for island – which is among the nearest islands off Krabi. Along the way, the boat pilot steered the boat near a few spectacular limestone karsts for a photo-taking session. Some of the […]
