The Chatuchak or (Jatujak) weekend market in Bangkok is the largest market in Thailand. Often called J.J., the market covers more than 35 acres and contains over 5,000 stalls. With an estimated 200,000 visitors per day this market is a bustling epicentre of incredible bargains on household items, clothing, Thai handicrafts, religious artifacts, collectibles, and of course…live animals. Continue reading
Monthly Archives: February 2012
Fiji – The Navigator
The navigator sits on the bow of the boat and holds on to a cleat at his feet. He watches the ocean horizon while the captain steers at the stern. If the navigator spots a shallow reef ahead he shakes his left or right hand to signal the captain to steer around it. Continue reading
HMV Records Closes its Doors
A legacy is gone…what could be next?
Earlier this month HMV Records on Robson and Burrard St. in downtown Vancouver closed its doors. This fantastic 3 story retail store provided Vancouverites and visitors a great location to purchase CD’s, DVD’s and Games for many years. It was always an exciting place to shop being filled with all things musical including its very own DJ booth. Continue reading
The Fight – Muay Thai Boxing in Thailand
I had the opportunity to see a Muay Thai Boxing match in Koh Samui during a recent trip to Thailand. The town of Chaweng, Koh Samui is the place to be for events such as this. During the days before the match Koh Samui was littered with posters on every street corner. Muay Thai Boxing is definitely huge in Thailand. Continue reading