Category: places
December 3rd, 2013 — 9:36am
Rounding the corner of Government House it was discovered that the police had taken off their protective helmets and put down their riot shields. Most simply sat on the curb looking a little apprehensive, smoking cigarettes or snapping pictures on their mobile phones. The arriving protesters were greeted with smiles and handshakes. Many demonstrators then
December 3rd, 2013 — 9:06am
There was an uneasy calm around Government House this morning. The air was filled with an acrid smell from burnt out police vans and the occasional firework still being launched toward the building. It soon became apparent that the police had retreated, leaving the rabble-rousers on the front line free to cross the razor wire
December 2nd, 2013 — 7:37am
Yesterday, the anti-government demonstrators here in Bangkok tried and failed to breach the defenses set up around Thamniap Rataban, Government House. Repeated attempts to pull down barriers saw crowds pushed back by tear gas and water cannon. Roads approaching Government House were fortified with concrete blocks and razor wire, behind which were rows of police
November 8th, 2013 — 7:34am
My latest book, Presenting Cambodia, is now in the shops. In Southeast Asia, check-out Asia Books, Kinokuniya and Monument Books. If you are elsewhere, visit Amazon. The 160 page hardback book includes an informative text accompanied by 250 colour photographs. Here’s a snippet from the jacket: “Given the splendours of Angkor Thom together with another
September 13th, 2013 — 2:37am
I’ve just received a copy of ‘Southeast Asia – A Region Revealed’. It’s basically a compendium of all the books in the Enchanting Asia series and includes work by myself, Malaysian-based David Bowden, and UK photographer, Nigel Hicks. My contributions are the entire sections on Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar and Thailand. Other sections include Brunei, Malaysia,
September 9th, 2013 — 12:58pm
I’m usually pretty good at getting up early. It’s part of the job description for photographers. But this Sunday was a struggle, thanks to a little over-indulgence with friends the night before. I almost persuaded myself to stay in bed rather than get up at 5 am and head to Rajprasong in central Bangkok for
September 5th, 2013 — 9:45am
It’s not often I give an image the black and white treatment. I prefer portraying Asia in full colour. However, every now and again a face just cries out to be converted; like this old lady in the market.
August 28th, 2013 — 7:13am
An hour further south of Hua Hin is Pranburi. If you are looking for a more secluded and relaxed escape, it’s a great destination. Although there are several resorts in the area, you can pretty much have the beach to yourself. I stayed at X2 Kui Buri, a chic beachfront resort comprised of luxurious private
August 27th, 2013 — 12:47pm
I make no apologies if the following images bring on a craving for Thai seafood. If they do, the answer is to head down the coast to Hua Hin this weekend. Thai seafood restaurants in the royal resort town of Hua Hin are located on the wooden piers along the seafront. I first dined here
August 26th, 2013 — 1:46pm
The growth of Hua Hin and its popularity is closely associated with the railway. In 1911 the then Royal State Railway of Siam opened a line to Hua Hin to allow ease of access for the Thai royal family. A beautiful railway station was also built and to this day remains one of the
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