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Random Images • Maeklong Railway Market Thailand

Photography is my obsession and when traveling the world often images just present themselves. Most are random impressions with little context but some seem to suggest at a self contained story. Still others leave me wanting to find out more about what I stumbled upon. Here’s a glimpse of just why we travel… The MaeklongContinue reading “Random Images • Maeklong Railway Market Thailand”

Todays Featured Poster • Bangkok’s Golden Buddha

The Golden Sitting Buddha is located in the Wat Pho Buddhist temple in Bangkok, Thailand. The temple is located on the Grand Palace grounds right in the middle of the city. At over two million square feet the Grand Palace grounds could arguably be called the birthplace of Siam (now Thailand) as a kingdom. WhileContinue reading “Todays Featured Poster • Bangkok’s Golden Buddha”

Todays Featured Poster • Bangkok

In the heart of Bangkok is the Grand Palace complex featuring a number of buildings including the Royal Palace, out building, ceremonial halls and a number of Budhist temples. The palace has been the official residence of the Kings of Siam since 1782. The royal government was based on the grounds of the palace untilContinue reading “Todays Featured Poster • Bangkok”

Laem Chabang, Bangkok’s Cruise Port

Laem Chabang The Cruise Gateway to Bangkok, Thailand Cruising in the South China Sea is becoming increasingly popular which normally includes one or two ports of call in Thailand. Thailand is one of the most advanced and open nations in Southeast Asia, once known as Siam. It is bordered by Myanmar (Burma) to the north,Continue reading “Laem Chabang, Bangkok’s Cruise Port”

Bangkok Thailand – A Port of Call

Laem Chabang is the port city serving Bangkok Thailand and where most cruise ships dock. Bangkok is home to an incredible number of Buddhist temples, the Grand Palace and much more. Laem Chabang The Port of Bangkok Cruising in the South China Sea is becoming increasingly popular which normally includes one or two ports ofContinue reading “Bangkok Thailand – A Port of Call”

Cruise Itineraries In the South China Sea

Cruise Into The Exotic Countries Of Southeast Asia The South China Sea is being added to more and more cruise itineraries and for very good reason. There’s plenty to see and do and it offers a great opportunity to explore this exotic part of the world. From the rain forests of Borneo, the temples of BangkokContinue reading “Cruise Itineraries In the South China Sea”

Visiting Bangkok’s Grand Palace Area

One of the visited locations in Southeast Asia is the Grand Palace area in Bangkok. Clicking sights on the above map will provide names and information on many sights of interest The Grand Palace (Thai: พระบรมมหาราชวัง ) is a complex of buildings at the very heart of Bangkok, Thailand. The palace has been the officialContinue reading “Visiting Bangkok’s Grand Palace Area”

Bangkok’s Cruise Port At Laem Chabang

Laem Chabang Cruise Gateway to Bangkok, Thailand Cruising in the South China Sea is becoming increasingly popular which normally includes one or two ports of call in Thailand. Thailand is one of the most advanced and open nations in Southeast Asia, and was once known as Siam. It is bordered by Myanmar (Burma) to theContinue reading “Bangkok’s Cruise Port At Laem Chabang”

A Unique Thai Market

A Short Story Visiting Thailand’s Maeklong Train Market Thailand is known for its “water markets” and they are a magnet for tourists as guides load visitors into boats and float them through these interesting markets. The floating water markets are really colorful with shops that sell everything from snakes to furniture with generous offerings ofContinue reading “A Unique Thai Market”