A Walk Through Macau’s Historic Center
For many people, the name Macau is synonymous with one thing only: gambling. Referred to as the Las Vegas of the East, Macau has actually overtaken its American counterpart in terms of revenue and size. Prosperous Chinese mainlanders cross the border via bus; the...
Lantau Island’s Big Buddha: Is It Worth It?
Lantau Island’s Big Buddha—Is it worth it? Tian Tan Buddha, or simply the Big Buddha, is one of the world’s largest Buddhas as well as a popular tourist attraction in Hong Kong. Serenely nestled on the hills of Lantau Island, it also takes a bit of a time commitment...
Sunday Snapshot | Niagara Falls | Ontario, Canada
Last week we mentioned that we would be opening up our Friday Photo segment to guest contributions. We weren't expecting it, but this week's guest photo is actually compliments of Dan's mother! The folks ventured from North Carolina to Niagara Falls just this...
Hong Kong for Foodies: A Tasting Tour
Dan always makes fun of me for being impatient. He claims that when it comes to technology and bad drivers and tour groups, I have a short fuse. Of course he’s right. But come on, is there anything more annoying than getting stuck behind a group of twenty-something...
Sunday Snapshot | The Clock is Ticking | Hong Kong
The Clock Tower had a bit of a rough start. Building began in 1913, but lack of funding and construction delays (due to WWI) interfered. It took nearly 8 years, but finally the clock became fully functional in 1921. The old Clock Tower is now a Declared Monument...
6 Ways to Photograph the Hong Kong Skyline
It’s no secret that Hong Kong has one of the most beautiful skylines in the world. Towering skyscrapers, their reflection shimmering on Victoria Harbor, engulf on all sides. By day the lofty buildings are a reminder of just how many people cram...