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I am married to my loving husband for more than 40 years now. I am a mother to 3 beautiful children, until years ago when I lost my youngest son. Since then my life is forever altered but yet unbroken....

Sunday 7 October 2012

Thailand: 3-Nation Charity Ride to Krabi...

"Wherever you go, no matter what the weather, always bring your own sunshine..."

(5 - 6 October, 2012 in Krabi, Thailand)

This year we joined 23 other bikes in the first motorcycle event jointly organized by On The Road Magazine and Welly Advance Bikers in conjunction with the 3-Nation Charity Ride to Krabi, an annual event which has been taking place since 1994.

(A group photo before flag-off)
(Safe convoy from KL to Krabi)
(A welcome reception at Hansa JB Hotel in Hatyai)
(Meeting and event venue at Black Crab View Point)
(Bikers convoy around Krabi)
(Releasing fishes at Thalan Bay)
(Lunch at scenic Noppharat Beach)
(Two of the  Malaysian delegates...)

Total mileage: 1,900 km
Route taken: KL - Hatyai - Krabi - Hatyai - KL
Bikers gang: Welly Advanced Bikers

Overseas Travel Blog: Krabi 3NCR

Monday 1 October 2012

Momento from Italy (2003)

“The ability to be in the present moment is a major component of mental wellness.” — Abraham Maslow

(Vibrant coloured glass sweets)

Venice has been a tourist mecca for years, with millions of visitors flocking to explore this unique floating city on the face of the Earth. While we were in Venice in February 2003, we went for a day trip to the neighbouring island of Murano, known worldwide for its beautiful Murano glass

What makes Murano Glass so famous?

The history of glassmaking in Murano dates back to 1291 when the Venetian government ordered the glassmakers of Venice to relocate to Murano as a precautionary measure to avert a huge fire. From there on, the small island emerged as one of the most prominent centres of glassmaking in the world. during ourday-trip, we had the opportunity to catch a first hand glimpse of artisans handcrafting glass in one of the many glass-making foundries in Murano and bought some souvenirs to bring home.

The avant-garde Murano glass is so fine that it can be easily differentiated from all other forms of Venetian glasses. What’s more; the island of Murano boasts a monopoly of quality glassmaking for more than 700 years, developing and perfecting numerous glass working techniques. The incredibly wide range of pure colours of Murano glass is still looked at with awe and envy by the glassmakers from all around the world.

We were in Italy in January/February 2003, May 2004 and March 2008, both for business and leisure trips.

My Overseas Travel Blog: munmus.blogspot.com