A life of epic adventure spanning 92 years, even experiencing the perils of World War II, Sedov (circa 1945) has many stories to share. It was built in 1921 as a cargo ship and was originally named the Magdalene Vinnen II. On the maiden voyage from England to Argentina, a holding full of coal and [...]
This time we have a few film recommendations from Derek Kwok, an emerging film director in Hong Kong who directed award-winning films such as The Pye-Dog and Gallants. His story and recommendations are going to provide positive energy to welcome in a new year. 今期執導獲獎電影《野·良犬》和《打擂台》的香港新晉導影郭子健,為我們介紹幾部電影,希望他的故事和誠意推介,為新一年帶來一些積極的生氣。 Let’s first enter Derek’s dimension to get a behind the [...]
There are very few cities in the world that can rival the grandeur of Budapest. Widely regarded as one of the world’s most spectacular cities, this true gem in the crown of Central Eastern Europe boasts a vibrant and colourful history, showcasing all the drama and adventure you’d expect from an epic historical novel. Once [...]
‘Faraway, so close’. This is what I thought when I looked through these pictures. I recalled a sentence of Maximiliam Voloshin, Russian poet /painter: ‘One first heard and only then saw art.’ This voyage is about visiting a very special place…when traveling merges with music created by artists that musically responds to the landscape. The [...]
..But satisfaction soon brought it back. Or better not to ask about the hiatus in live posting. Because if there has been not much on, I have been overloaded with off . Here why the curiosity (mine) almost killed the cat…and turned me off for some time. Time literally flies. Anyway, here I am, divided [...]
Most visitors to Britain won’t immediately associate the country with rugged coastlines, sandy beaches, majestic mountains or glorious caves. However, since the Olympic Torch Relay is now taking place around Britain and touching down on its less well known but readily available National Parks and natural wonders, I thought I’d take this opportunity to shine [...]