Bangkok, Thailand

The thai tuk-tuk is made of a scooter front, followed by a two-wheel cart covered with a canvas roof, in which passengers sit. Avoid it if you are allergic to urban pollution. March 2007. Le tuk-tuk thaï est constitué d’un avant de scooter, prolongé d’une « carriole » recouverte d’une capote, sur deux roues, dans…

Beijing, China

Average temperature in Beijing in the winter is 16-34 °F. It is amazing to see so many shops that are nonetheless open wide. I wonder how these guys spending their day without moving would not end up totally frozen. December 2004. La température moyenne à Pékin en hiver est de -9 to +1°C. Il est…

Jaipur, India

One of the sections of Johari Bazaar in Jaipur is dedicated to garlands of flowers. This is a colorful vision right of front of chaotic traffic. The garlands will be used for offerings. February 2008. Une des sections du Bazar de Johari à Jaipur est affectée aux guirlandes de fleurs. C’est une vision colorée juste…

Tokyo, Japan

East Shinjuku is a shopping area in Tokyo that is not as posh as Ginza. The first time I thought the area was quite ugly. Then I felt there was something special about it. February 2012. Shinjuku Est est un quartier commerçant de Tokyo qui n’est pas aussi chic que Ginza. La première fois j’ai…

Kuta, Bali

Hundreds of people flock to the beach in Kuta to watch the sunset over the volcano. Once the night falls, they will not stay for very long as the presence of bugs become unbearable. August 2004. Des centaines de gens se pressent vers la plage à Kuta pour admirer le coucher de soleil sur le…

Ko Pha Ngan, Thailand

Ko Pha Ngan island looks like Paradise. Except maybe during the night of the Full Moon Party where hundreds of young tourists gather for a big and loud rave party on a beach. Do not think you will be able to sleep that night. March 2007. L’île de Ko Pha Ngan ressemble au Paradis. Sauf…