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
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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
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
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
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
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
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
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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
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
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