Laos

Book review: Warrior Odyssey - Antonio Graceffo

Anonymous — Wed, 06 Oct 2010 14:14:46 +0000

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to set off on a quest around Asia, researching and discovering lesser-known and rare martial arts along the way? Read about the experiences of Antonio Graceffo in his latest book, Warrior Odyssey.

A Warrior's Odyssey - Interview with Antonio Graceffo

Anonymous — Sun, 06 Jun 2010 10:38:43 +0000

Antonio Graceffo's eagerly anticipated new book, Warrior Odyssey, covers the beginning of his trek throughout Asia. Commencing from 2001, his quest for adventure has developed into a journey of learning native martial arts and all elements of culture, religion, language and history that accompanies it.

Sticky Rice

Anonymous — Sat, 15 Nov 2008 09:10:31 +0000

After living in Asia for three years I thought I had tried every kind of rice dish imaginable. Laos held proved me wrong.

Kayaking Adventure

Anonymous — Sun, 25 Apr 2010 06:55:38 +0000

Kayaking down the Nam Khan River near Luang Prabang in Laos...

Vientiane on bended knees

Anonymous — Wed, 09 May 2007 02:49:50 +0000

A colorful journey on 20" wheels, across the land of a thousand smiles into the land where time moves slower. A rich experience of meeting people, and sampling the tapestry of cultures and history that Vientiane offers. Truly charmed!

The Orient-ation of Somerset Maugham

Anonymous — Wed, 29 Nov 2006 15:21:18 +0000

Review of W. Somerset Maugham's The Gentleman in the Parlour, White Orchid Press, 1995.

Laos New Year

Anonymous — Wed, 31 Oct 2001 14:59:23 +0000

What do you get when you mix buckets of water, talcum powder, jasmine petals and barbecued water buffalo? A festive Buddhist New Year's Celebration in Laos, that's what. As if there weren't enough New...

Chilling out in Vientiane

Anonymous — Mon, 30 Sep 2013 15:14:33 +0000

Laos is a country that has had a history of turmoil which today is facing the challenges of promoting tourism while preserving its culture under a socialist government.

Water Dai Wedding in Xishuangbana

Anonymous — Tue, 03 Mar 2009 06:24:29 +0000

As is the Dai custom, a party has been sent out from the groom's village, consisting of the groom and his family, off to the bride's village, about 30 km to the north, to pick her up. Perhaps this custom is a throwback to the days when the tradition was likely better known as kidnapping.

Film Review: Two Brothers

Anonymous — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 20:33:14 +0000

Take a walk on the wild side with Jean-Jacque Arnaud's Two Brothers, the 2004 story of two playful tiger cubs separated from their parents and each other in 1930's French Indochina.

Holding Back the Years: New Year in Luang Prabang

Anonymous — Thu, 22 Mar 2001 02:03:32 +0000

Situated on a hill rising dramatically at the confluence of the Mekong and Nam Khan rivers, Luang Prabang has for centuries enchanted those who arrive by boat - and this is still probably one of the...

Learning History and Culture Through Martial Arts

Anonymous — Sat, 04 Apr 2009 05:13:44 +0000

David Calleja talks with Antonio Graceffo, host of Martial Arts Odyssey, and leading Filipino kuntaw instructor, Grandmaster Frank Ayococho.

The Sea of Laos - the mighty Mekong River

Anonymous — Wed, 24 Jan 2001 21:48:11 +0000

In Vietnam, it's called "River of the Nine Dragons." In Thailand, Burma and Laos, it's known as "Khong, Mother of Waters." For Tibetans, its appropriately known as "Water of the Rocks," describing its...

A visit with the Famous Doctor Ho

Anonymous — Tue, 03 Mar 2009 05:56:20 +0000

Doctor Ho is the most written about Chinese doctor in all the world. He is the most talked about Chinese Doctor in all the world, and this is largely because he talks about himself so very much.

A Laotian Journey to the Land of the Giants

Anonymous — Sat, 15 May 2004 17:00:17 +0000

Review of Laotian-American TC Huo's novel Land of Smiles.