What I witnessed this day, I will never forget. I had no idea what I was seeing or why it was happening. The images right before my eyes where intense, ghastly, grotesque and incredibly unique. After doing some research, I realized I had seen part of the gruesome Vegetarian Festival in Phuket. Timing This festival …
Happy Chinese New Year 2024 from Chiang Mai
I’m so glad I was in the city for this special weekend. It has been full of exciting events like dragon shows, parades and everything decorated extensively. Most of the activity took place in China Town, a very interesting part of the city. Happy Chinese New Year 2024 from Chiang Mai Thailand! China Town I …
The Amazing Chiang Mai Flower Parade
I am in the city for the 47th Annual Flower Festival and that includes a parade! How lucky am I? Not knowing what to expect….at all, I was absolutely overwhelmed by the amazing Chiang Mai Flower Parade. From the costumes to dancers and of course the floats, everything was amazing! Logistics Reading about the route …
The Spectacular Chiang Mai Flower Festival
I have been so lucky to be in town for the duration of the three-day festival here in the Old City. Having no idea about this until recently, I find myself present for the spectacular Chiang Mai Flower Festival! 2024 marks the 47th year since its conception and wow have the organizers ever done an …
Walking the Streets in Ancient Hoi An Vietnam
I was curious to see this picturesque town that I had read about. Seeing as it was only a quick Grab ride away from Da Nang, I decided to overnight here to give myself more time to explore. Walking the streets in ancient Hoi An Vietnam was both a pleasure and a frustration for me. …
The Kapana Fest in Plovdiv
I saw the foundations for a stage being erected last week and a huge sign went up shortly there after. Everything is in Bulgarian of course, which I cannot decipher, but the dates showed as June 14-18. Last night I went to check things out at what I think is called the Kapana Fest in …
Freedom Day & The National Regatta in Malta
Unbeknownst to me, when I left the flat for my morning walk a couple of days ago, I quickly discovered it was a holiday. March 31st was Freedom Day & the National Regatta in Malta. Here in Malta, Freedom Day is March 31st. This day is the anniversary for the withdrawal of the British troops …