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Bloody damn good Mary! uploaded on 2 May 2008

If you have traveled extensively in Asia and enjoy Bloody Marys you know what disappointment is. Naughty Nuri's will make you think you are having brunch in NYC when you sip their liquid perfection.

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Martini Heaven uploaded on 2 May 2008

A quick shake, a to the rim pour, and a clean snap of the shaker indicates that you are in for a liquid treat.

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Elephants on Parade

Story written 10 April 2008

300 elephants a mile from buffet tables loaded with their favorite foods: Some call it a parade, I experienced something far more exhilarating.

Paro Rinpung Dzong uploaded on 9 April 2008

Rinpung Dzong houses the Paro monastic school and civil administrators. Up above sits Ta Dzong, originally built as a watchtower, but now housing the national museum.

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Wandering the quiet courtyard uploaded on 9 April 2008

Paro Dzong's courtyard is a peaceful place to take in traditional Bhutanese architecture - then again, so is the whole country!

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Young monk at Paro Dzong uploaded on 9 April 2008

A young monk entering one of the wonderfully carved and painted doorways in Paro Dzong.

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Paro Dzong uploaded on 9 April 2008

A young monk walks past a massive inner wall lined with prayer wheels.

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Elephants on Parade uploaded on 9 April 2008

Over 300 elephants marched down the streets of Surin for the annual Elephant Festival.

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Surin Elephant Festival uploaded on 9 April 2008

Every year in late November a gathering of massive proportions takes place in the otherwise sleepy town of Surin, Thailand. Hundreds of elephants and their mahouts from all over the kingdom gather to parade, perform, and feast. It is a mainly local festival, but tourists are more than welcome.