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Nangyuan Island off Thailands Koh Tao

This is the view northwards from one of the islands of the Nangyuan national park which is just off the coast of Thailands Koh Tao in the gulf of Thailand.
This small island is a dive resort and national park and the entrance is 100 baht.
Well worth it though for the view from the viewpoint which also overlooks the northern end of Koh Tao and Sairee beach to the south.

Thailand's Magical Phi Phi Island

Myself at the viewpoint Phi Phi Don island

Made it to the Viewpoint!
This is me and the fantastic view from the viewpoint overlooking Tonsai bay and Ao Dalum beach on Phi Phi Don island.
From the top of this mountain that I am standing on you can witness both the sunrise and sunset.

The beautiful Maya beach on Phi Phi

Thai boats at Maya bay Phi Phi

Maya bay where they made the movie "The beach" is such a beautiful place, it's somehow almost magical really.
A perfect white sandy beach with aqua clear water to swim in plus an unspoilt rainforest in the middle of the island and towering mountains on everyside. Paradise!

Getting ready to cruise ..in Bali April 2007

Are we ready to cruise yet?

This is a photo of my friends Elisabeth, Dewa and Boyd getting ready for our cruise out to Nusa Lembongan on our Bali Hai cruise.
Elisabeth has since sailed away to a better place but will always be in my memory's.
We had such a fantastic day this day.
More info and pics on my Nusa Lembongan page.

Kintamani Volcano Trekking

Trekking the steaming mountain

Trekking on the active Kintamani volcano is exhilarating and the views overlooking lake Batur at sunrise are sensational.
It is a hard few hours of trekking early in the morning to reach the top but it is well worth the effort for the views and the personal satisfaction.
Parts of the mountain are still steaming as you can see in this photo.
See also my things to do page for more info and pics

What a ride

Riding the rapids in Bali

A days rafting is one of the best things you can do in Bali.
The sceanery getting up into the mountains is quite spectacular.
You will see the more natural beauty of Bali as you get out of the hustle of the city and as you go through the smaller villages and into the mountains.
The river guides are well trained and will guide you down the rapids no problem as long as you listen to them and paddle when required.
Your roughly $40 AUD per person also includes a full buffet lunch at Puri Boga resturant and you will have a ball as I did.
Thats me in the front left and my Uncle on the right looking worried.
See my tips page for more.

Koh Phangan, Thailand

Swimming at Sramanora Ko Phangan Thailand

If it is breathtaking scenery you want or a full moon party like no other then this is the place.
Parts of this island are still difficult to get to especially when it rains but the serenity and the beauty of the place will stay with me forever.
You can party in Haad Rin, shop in Thong-sala or just chill out on a beach resort.
There are also beautiful mountain waterfalls and natural pools too ,such as the one I am swimming in here.
This place is called the Sramanora waterfall and river on stone and it's about 5km from Haad Rin. Really cool water too! ;-)

Darling harbour, Sydney

Ben and myself in Manly..Sydney

This is my Autistic son Ben and I in Sydney for his birthday last year.
This is taken at Manly beach.
A ferry ride from here is the Sydney Aquarium as well as the Darling harbour marina, the Imax ,the Chinese gardens and the monorail.
There are also many shops, hotels and restaurants nearby as well as the famous Paddies markets.
For first time visitors to Sydney a trip to both Manly and to Darling harbour are the perfect places to start.

Intro Updated Jan 31, 2010
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Durfun Feb 5, 2012 at 5:31 AM

Brian, Happy Birthday for next Sunday :-) Darshan
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mcbeal_ally Feb 12, 2011 at 11:52 AM

Wishing you a happy birthday! May all your dreams come true! Greetings from Poland :) Agata
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Wann Feb 11, 2010 at 7:06 PM

Long time no see! Happy Birthday Brian!
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mizzzthanggg Jan 28, 2009 at 8:17 PM

Hiya B, thanks very much for the birthday wish! These old bones are getting on now but hopefully will always be young at heart ;))) Hope u & Ben are well.
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bonbonhart Sep 7, 2008 at 7:26 AM

Hello <,, THanks for BD greeting. I have worked like crazy all along. Just Logged-in VT. Thanks from BKK
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Wild_Orchid Aug 3, 2008 at 8:12 PM

yup, Yamba is a really nice spot, not discovered by many yet. :-)
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jag_hond May 20, 2008 at 5:05 AM

thanks brian! sorry.. just hadnt logged into vt for ages. was a pleasant surprise to see your birthday wish! how u doin?
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nhcram Mar 30, 2008 at 1:39 PM

Brian, so sad to hear of your friends death. So young and beautiful. I hope you are reassured that her new journey will be safe and peaceful.
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Matahari119 Mar 28, 2008 at 8:36 AM

Hi Brian, I am sorry to hear about the loss of your good friend. May God bless her soul.....and for all of us who is still here, life has to go on no matter what it takes. Best wishes to you and your son....!! Renee
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Joshua_Mayer Mar 18, 2008 at 11:19 PM

i think i am finding that Elisabeth's death, though i am assured she is with the Lord, is something hard to get over, and if a friend is sick i think they will also die. i can definitely relate to missing her very much.