Category Archives: East Asia

Beautiful Bali, Getting Closer

Posted on May 10, 2010 by jspencerphotography

Today I went to the Bali Bird Park. WOW. Just amazing. And I have some great photos on my own computer back in the room (just not here where I am swatting away bugs at the internet cafe). Soon, my … Continue reading →

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Beautiful Bali – still looking…

Posted on May 9, 2010 by jspencerphotography

It is *so* hot and humid here that I can barely see the point in showering. I’d only have to reapply the DEET cream. There are neat things here, for sure, and I enjoyed my visit to the Monkey Forest … Continue reading →

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Singapore: the Last of the Safe Ice Cubes

Posted on May 8, 2010 by jspencerphotography

Got into town last night after 10 PM, but it was Friday night, and 85 degrees out, so the city was still hopping. As expected, I received excellent service and cheer from the tourist information counter at the airport and … Continue reading →

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A few impressions of Seoul

Posted on May 7, 2010 by jspencerphotography

In no particular order… –It’s situated on a big river. Lots of bridges, lots of breezes. –Efficient buses constantly streaming by. For that matter, efficiency in general is found all over this town. You go, Seoul! –Helpful, friendly people everywhere. … Continue reading →

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Seaweed Soup at 30,000 feet

Posted on May 7, 2010 by jspencerphotography

The journey begins. I left San Jose for LAX with way too much luggage, as I was reminded by the $60 American Airlines fee for carrying it. Hm. More on that later, hopefully when I mail some of it home! … Continue reading →

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