Friday Escape [Cork, Ireland]

Cork, Friday Escape, Ireland August 21st, 2008


Today i found out about a City named Cork. What a funny name LOL. In fact Cork is the 2nd largest city in Republic of Ireland. The city centre is located on an island in the River Lee that positively hums with life, catering for every taste.


- taken from http://www.ecotec.com/idele/seminars/lisbon/ -

Besides the modern development and infrastructure, Cork City is a place with wonderful buildings from the past such as the Red Abbey, the church tower of Shandon and the City Hall itself among others. Cork also is the home to Ireland’s longest building - the Victorian mental hospital which is now converted to residential used. I can’t help but wonder why the overly large building as a mental institution. The number of mentally challenged in Cork must be darn high. -_-”.


- taken from http://www.flickr.com/photos/jwallace/92545392/ -

Another interesting fact. Cork is also known as “The Rebel County” or “The Rebel Cork” because of its reputation for rebelliousness going back to its support for English Pretender Perkin Warbeck in 1491. I guess the locals must still be very proud of this fact. How cool is that?



Friday Escape [Nepal]

Friday Escape, Kathmandu, Nepal July 31st, 2008


Region around Mount Everest hails from Nepal; the spine of Himalaya, where lama and Sherpa people resides. Spectacular scenery, cultural treasures aside, Nepal is a land of time-worn temples and most important, the best hiking trail on earth. The magnificent mountain peaks is a magical tease to travelers out there.

nepal
- taken from http://www.healthline.com/blogs/ -

Nepal is on top 10 list of places i want to visit before i die. LOL. Well, trekking in Nepal is easier said than done. Besides the recent political protest in Kathmandu, there are alot of things to take into account.

Time to hit the gym for a more sculpted calf.



Friday Escape [Guilin]

China, Friday Escape, Guangxi, Guilin July 24th, 2008


Most famous for it’s panoramic landscape, especially the Rice Terrace (Terraced Paddy), Friday Escape brings to you the city of Guilin, China a lands of picturesque limestone mountains and formations.


- Guilin - taken from http://www.chinahighlights.com/tour/ -

Located in Guangxai, Guilin is one of the many sites in China a that had made it into UNESCO World Heritage sites, preserving it’s unique natural scenery. There are many spectacular scenic places within Guilin itself that is worth a visit. Just to name a few, Shanjiang - Longshang with it’s Longji rice teracces, Li Jiang river, small city of Yangshuo, the magnificent stalactites and stalagmites of Red Flute Cave, Elephant Trunk Hill with it’s arch resembling an elephant dipping into water, Yaoshan Hillpark for a hike and many more.


- Longshang Rice Terrace - taken from http://www.cnadventure.com/docc/ -



Friday Escape [Papua New Guinea]

Friday Escape, Papua New Guinea July 11th, 2008


I’ve almost forgotten today is Friday. Well, Friday Escape brings to you Papua New Guinea.


- Papua New Guinea’s gorgeous beach taken from http://www.lonelyplanet.com/ -

I’ve heard many negative things about this strange land. Little is known yet the stories i’ve heard about this country is i bit terrifying. Call me a gutless chicken, but all i know of this place is that the crime rate and inter-tribal violence is very high and people are desperate for money. It might not be true but i’m still a coward.

However, Papua New guinea is indeed the last frontier. Rich in culture and diversity, not to mention the incredible (the word incredible is really understated) beaches and crystal clear water, i might one day shed my chicken suit for a visit. It’s like another world of it’s own, forgotten and buried in today’s modernization.




“The train is leaving… are you coming with me?”

Friday Escape [Mexico]

Friday Escape, Hidalgo, Mexico, Mexico City, Tula July 4th, 2008


Land of splendid rich and spicy food like tacos, quesadillas, burritos, tamales and much more, Friday Escape brings you Mexico.


-Toltec wariors of Tula, Hidalgo, Mexico City taken from http://nexusnovel.wordpress.com/

Mexico a city known for it’s mix of colourful colonial towns, rich culture, honey-kissed beaches and especially ancient ruins. It’s raw natural beauty makes it one of the destination penned on the must visit list of most travelers. The the mysterious Maya and Aztec ruins alone is enough to give architectural enthusiast like me the orgasm i’ve never had.

That and because it made it on fluxevz’s Top 10: Horniest Country list. LOL

Shortlisted at no. 10.

10. Mexico

Horny hangouts: A huge spring break getaway, Mexico’s resorts often melt into one giant pickup place. Here are some of the more notable places to go in this horny country: In Cancun, check out the popular bars — Senor Frogs, Daddy ‘O and Coco Bongo. In Acapulco try Palladium, a huge disco that overlooks several other bars, there’s also Baby Lobster Bar and Thai Bar, both of which have a reputation for hot girls. Visiting Cabo San Lucas? Then you definitely need to check out Squid Roe, a popular dance bar flowing with tequila. A few other Cabo San Lucas pickup options include The Zoo and Mango deck. If you’re in Puerto Vallarta check out The Zoo (another one) and El Hilo for hot Mexican nights. In Tijuana? Hit up Senor Frogs, Mundo Cafe or Safaris.





“The train is leaving… are you coming with me?”

Friday Escape [Scotland]

Friday Escape, Scotland June 26th, 2008



It’s Friday. The end of the mundane miserable weekday and the start of a wonderful weekend.

As a tribute to “Thank God It’s Friday!”, i’ve came up with the Friday Escape. Friday Escape is simply a post on every Friday with a fabulous photo of the next destination you might want to visit (escape to). Just to remind you that you need some R&R time from work :)


Inspired by the movie “Made of Honour”, here’s Scotland; mother of glorious cites of Glasgow, Aberdeen, Stirling and of course Edinburgh.

Scotland

Scotland taken from http://ember999.wordpress.com/





“The train is leaving… are you coming with me?”