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Polaroid of the week: Tea plantation in the Cameron Highlands, Malaysia

Polaroid of the week: Tea plantation in the Cameron Highlands, Malaysia

Posted on 02. Feb, 2012 by .

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When we came to Malaysia, we would have never thought we’d be enjoying tea and scones on a breathtaking tea plantation…

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Polaroid of the week: The entrance to the Batu Caves near Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Polaroid of the week: The entrance to the Batu Caves near Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Posted on 26. Jan, 2012 by .

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This week’s Polaroid is about the Batu Caves outside of Kuala Lumpur which are home to a series of limestone caves, Hindu shrines, dozens of adorable monkeys and the upcoming Thaipusam festival!

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Polaroid of the week: Relaxed market vendor in Sukhothai, Thailand

Polaroid of the week: Relaxed market vendor in Sukhothai, Thailand

Posted on 19. Jan, 2012 by .

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Look at this guy! Sukhothai, famous for the ruins of the ancient capital of the Sukhothai kingdom, turned out to be a relaxed little town in Central Thailand …

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Polaroid of the week: Pretty poodle princess in Chiang Mai, Thailand

Polaroid of the week: Pretty poodle princess in Chiang Mai, Thailand

Posted on 12. Jan, 2012 by .

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Poodle princesses are common here in Thailand, though this one in Chiang Mai seems to top them all!

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Polaroid of the week: Novice monks at Wat Chedi Luang in Chiang Mai, Thailand

Polaroid of the week: Novice monks at Wat Chedi Luang in Chiang Mai, Thailand

Posted on 05. Jan, 2012 by .

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This week’s Polaroid features Wat Chedi Luang, one of the oldest and most impressive temples of Chiang Mai in Northern Thailand.

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Polaroid of the week: Elephant shower in Chiang Mai province, Thailand

Polaroid of the week: Elephant shower in Chiang Mai province, Thailand

Posted on 29. Dec, 2011 by .

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We spent one day this week with the elephants at the Elephant Nature Park north of Chiang Mai, an elephant sanctuary which is home to over 30 rescued elephants.

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Polaroid of the week: The Buddha and the fly | Chiang Mai, Thailand

Polaroid of the week: The Buddha and the fly | Chiang Mai, Thailand

Posted on 21. Dec, 2011 by .

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This week’s Polaroid is of the Buddha and the fly…

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Polaroid of the week: Young girl, Hmong New Year’s Celebrations in Phonsavan, Laos

Polaroid of the week: Young girl, Hmong New Year’s Celebrations in Phonsavan, Laos

Posted on 15. Dec, 2011 by .

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A last-minute detour in Laos led us to Phonsavan – just in time to witness the New Year’s celebrations of the Hmong people. We love the traditional costume and the game of love…

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Polaroid of the week: Sunset over the Mekong River in Luang Prabang, Laos

Polaroid of the week: Sunset over the Mekong River in Luang Prabang, Laos

Posted on 08. Dec, 2011 by .

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We saw many jaw-dropping sunsets in Laos, and this was our favorite one: from top of a hill in Luang Prabang, where the sun sets over the Mekong River.

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Polaroid of the week: Mountain biking in Nong Khiew, Laos

Polaroid of the week: Mountain biking in Nong Khiew, Laos

Posted on 01. Dec, 2011 by .

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One afternoon this week we set off with a big bottle of water and two mountain bikes to conquer caves and rumored waterfalls outside of Nong Khiew, a tiny town which spans either side of the wide Nam Ou river in Northern Laos. The day didn’t exactly go as planned, but it was perfect…

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Polaroid of the week: Cycling monks in Muang Sing, Laos

Polaroid of the week: Cycling monks in Muang Sing, Laos

Posted on 24. Nov, 2011 by .

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Buddhism is widely spread throughout Laos and you can see monks in their draping saffron robes everywhere in the country – even cycling through the fields…

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Polaroid of the week: Phra Phikanet (Ganesha) in Chiang Mai, Thailand

Polaroid of the week: Phra Phikanet (Ganesha) in Chiang Mai, Thailand

Posted on 17. Nov, 2011 by .

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The Hindu deity Ganesha is known as Phra Phikanet in Thailand and worshiped by many Thai Buddhists. Make sure to have flowers or donuts handy to him…

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Polaroid of the week: Street Food Stall in Patong, Phuket

Polaroid of the week: Street Food Stall in Patong, Phuket

Posted on 10. Nov, 2011 by .

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The night markets in Thailand are every foodie’s dream: plenty of cheap, delicious dishes cooked up on the side of the road!

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Polaroid of the week: Long-tail boats on Phi Phi Island, Thailand

Polaroid of the week: Long-tail boats on Phi Phi Island, Thailand

Posted on 03. Nov, 2011 by .

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This week’s Polaroid features a Thai icon: the traditional wooden long-tail boats, which are still a common means of transport throughout South East Asia.

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Polaroid of the week: Buddhas galore in Bangkok, Thailand

Polaroid of the week: Buddhas galore in Bangkok, Thailand

Posted on 27. Oct, 2011 by .

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This week’s Polaroid is our first from South East Asia. We’ve had a crash course in all things Bangkok and Buddhism since we arrived in Thailand last week.

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