Tailored Suit Bangkok Having a suit custom made has always been one of those things I’d always wanted to do. Not that I wear suits often, but if the clothes make the man? Then a handmade suit is just the ticket. The cost of a custom suit back in The States was a price I […]
Current State of Thailand for Travelers
Thailand for Travlers now In case you have not heard Thailands beloved King, Bhumibol Adulyadej passed away October 13th. The King was a man loved by his people. Although his health had been waning in recent years, his passing was a sad moment in Thailands history. Beloved my virtually all Thai, the nation has embarked on […]
I shared a bathroom with a transexual and I survived….
The Great Bathroom Debate I never really thought I would be sharing this story with readers. I avoid dwelling into political issues but this travel story seemed relevant in todays current debate. With more and more Alt-Gender issues being at the center of attention especially all the press North Carolinas new Anti- […]
Coming Across A Monitor Lizard In Bangkok
Monitor Lizard I was recently in Bangkok again during a RTW trip. A nice break from the winter back in New England, the weather was perfect. 85 degrees by mid-morning I was taking full advantage of the warm temperatures and running a few miles everyday. Benjakiti Park is beautiful respite from the hustle and […]
Pic of the Week – Bangkok “Signage”
I have had my share of wasted time in dive bars over the years. I was in Bangkok last night shooting a bit of pool and having a few beers. After a while I had to use the bathroom and came across this sign in the men’s room. It was somewhat of a wash basin […]
Traveling to Bangkok after the Coup d’état – Is It Safe?
In case you haven’t heard, there was a coup d’état in Thailand recently. The military has assumed control over all government and dissolved the current constitution. Brief curfews were in effect imposed my the Junta from 10-5 and then 12-4. After my visit this past week in Bangkok, all curfews had been lifted. The streets […]