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 […]
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Posted in Xcapades, Fotoblog on Feb 29th, 2008
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 […]
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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 […]
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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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Posted in Xcapades, Fotoblog on Feb 25th, 2008
<Canon 350D: ISO-100; F/10; 1/250 sec>
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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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