Movements in the World and in the Mind
At the end of last year I decided to postpone my settling plans to attend a three-month writers' programme in Koh Samui, Thailand. It was another excuse to continue the travelling lifestyle and an attempt to further develop my writer's life. After a few weeks in the stinking hot writers' residency, I developed very strong... Continue Reading →
My Philippines adventure with 'my boys' Rick and Louis came to an end at Hong Kong airport where we parted ways. They returned to Amsterdam where a new chapter of their lives would await them (moving to the suburbs). I continued the travelling lifestyle and made my way to Bangkok, Thailand. I spent the night... Continue Reading →
On the day of our departure from cute-yet-over-hyped Siargao, it was Louis birthday, so the Birthday Boy, his husband Rick and I went for fancy lunch. After that we returned to the resort to pack our bags. Only the three of us would be leaving the island, the rest of the troupe would stay a... Continue Reading →
In an attempt to submit myself to some travel conformity, I joined the troupe on a day trip that would take us past some 'must-see' attractions. I can't say I had a terrible time, yet I had preferred to have spent my time and money in different ways. The Tale of the Ripoff Island Hopping... Continue Reading →
After having spent a lovely time in Bukidnon, Rick, Louis and I made our way to Siargao. Siargao is an island in the Eastern part of the province of Mindanao that has appeared sharply into focus on the tourist radar in recent years. Going from tourist desert to hip-and-happening travel destination, I think the... Continue Reading →
After spending winter in Europe, not quite according to plan, but not unpleasant nevertheless, I headed East for a fourth time in two years. With more money coming into the bank, I seem to have tempered the desire to set up base and reawakened the travel spirit once more. A Great Family Trip Exactly two... Continue Reading →
During my yoga adventure in Mysore, India I had seen the light (well, sort of). While caught by the -brutal- ashtanga yoga bug I had consulted the resident ayurvedic physician about a few health issues I am experiencing. She gave me an insightful diagnosis and recommend an extensive diet and lifestyle plan. I am very... Continue Reading →
After a long and hot summer had come to an end, I headed East once more to engage in some 'serious' yoga for a month. During my Malta days I practised at a wonderful boutique yoga studio owned by an equally wonderful and adorable woman. For several years she has been nudging me to do... Continue Reading →
While spending some time with my friend Alice and her family in the Hague I joined them to watch a live match of the local Eredivisie football club. Eredivisie means Premier Division and is the Dutch equivalent of the British Premier League. The local club is ADO, which throughout recent history has been known for... Continue Reading →
Taking a break from Amsterdam, I went to the city of the Hague for a few days after returning from London where it was still flip-flop weather. I stayed at my friend’s Alice, who I’ve known since secondary school. She has always had high-flying jobs since graduating from uni and back in the days we... Continue Reading →
Dark Fairy Adventures 