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2021 – good riddance

Posted on January 3, 2022 by rascott

At the end of 2020 I wrote: “Maybe one of the lessons of 2020 is how to make the world a better place for future generations. Less greed and more care. It sounds like an optimist’s utopia; but after 2020 … Continue reading →

Posted in China, news and views, Thailand, travel, USA

Chai Lai Views – Volume 1

Posted on November 17, 2021 by rascott

Newly published – Chai Lai Views – volume 1. A collection of pictures, taken by local photographer James de la Cloche (www.dlc.photo), from the glorious mountain retreat and elephant sanctuary at Chai Lai Orchid. Just in time for your perfect … Continue reading →

Posted in Chiang Mai, news and views, Photography, Social media, Thailand, travel

Letter from Muangkan

Posted on November 4, 2021 by rascott

Chiang Mai FC v Muangkan United – Postponed It was eight years since I last visited Kanchanaburi. Too long. Instead of watching the 5pm kick off at Kanchanaburi Provincial Stadium I walked slowly through the Kanchanaburi War Cemetery opposite the … Continue reading →

Posted in news and views, Thailand, travel, travel

The long road to the quite deep south

Posted on September 12, 2020 by rascott

For the next two weeks I will be traveling to the south or Thailand, with a short one night return to Chiang Mai. In 16 days I should see five football matches, cover some 3,000 or so kilometres and see … Continue reading →

Posted in asia, news and views, Thailand, travel, travel

A few elephant pictures

Posted on December 20, 2019 by rascott

Because I have them – and because there are few creatures more elegant or calming! These were taken at the wonderful Chai Lai Orchid.         … Continue reading →

Posted in asia, Thailand, travel, travel

Oh Canada

Posted on May 15, 2019 by rascott

Toronto was 5C with rain and wind. In mid May. But arriving in Niagara Falls in time for some evening sunshine was a treat. It is quiet. Most of the attractions remain closed until the short summer season starts in … Continue reading →

Posted in Canada, news and views, travel, travel

Emirates: The demise of the A380; the rebirth of the A330 and a rethink on the A350

Posted on February 14, 2019 by rascott

In what was basically an admission that the airline had misjudged its future fleet needs Emirates today announced the demise of the Airbus A380; the rebirth of the A330 and a rethink on the A350 The airline today announced an order … Continue reading →

Posted in Aviation, Dubai, Emirates, news and views, travel, travel, Uncategorized

Temple dance off

Posted on January 15, 2018 by rascott
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  Wat Chang Kam hosted a party last night for local villagers and representatives from nearby temples in Chiang Mai. There was food, a lucky draw, three stages with theatre (vaudeville!), music, and a Thai dance-off. Local temples arrived in … Continue reading →

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Washington Post and The Financial Times on the #electronicsban

Posted on March 22, 2017 by rascott
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Trump won’t allow you to use iPads or laptops on certain airlines. Here’s why. By Henry Farrell and Abraham Newman for The Washington Post From Tuesday on, passengers traveling to the U.S. from 10 airports in eight Muslim-majority countries will … Continue reading →

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Macy’s thanksgiving parade – once is enough

Posted on November 26, 2016 by rascott
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So there we were – gathered in New York. Tai, Alex and I. It is Thanksgiving Day and there really is only one thing to do – head for the Macy’s thanksgiving parade with 3 million other people. Annually for … Continue reading →

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