Photos by moody : on the map, in Google Earth (KML)

Te Anau is a quiet and peaceful little town by a lake. If you're here, do make it a point to drive to Lake Manapouri, just a 30 minute drive.

View of Queenstown from the gondola ride. The mountain range in the background is the Remarkables. Queenstown looks busy during winter. I can't imagine how bust it would be in the summer!

Tips: The gondola is a must-do when you are there.

The view of Akaroa Bay on the way there. Akaroa is a quiet town, very peaceful and picturesque. It is about 1 1/2 hours drive from Christchurch.

One of few cemeteries that's located 'almost' in the heart of Kuching city. It is a Catholic cemetery.

Tip: If you walk all the way to the back of the cemetery, there is a "heroes'" graveyard. Come and see for yourselves. It's fenced up though.

A golf drive range in Kuching city. Very popular among locals, especially on weekends.

Tip: Just mention "Jalan Keretapi" to the taxi driver to get you there.

This building has the Parkson Grand supermarket and other shops (eg. electrical, bookstore, fast food restaurants). The Crowne Plaza Riverside Hotel is just next door.

Tip: Come here for all you shopping needs.

This condominium is located in the heart of the 'golden-triangle' of Kuching. You can miss it for its size.

Tip: Great view of the Sarawak River from it's top floors

Tsui Hua Lau restaurant is one of the few more popular Chinese restaurant in town. Very popular among wedding couples celebrating their big day!

Tip: Go during lunch break, and you can enjoy their delicious meals at reasonable prices.

This is one of the bigger shopping place in Kuching. Lots of computer stores here. You can also find a supermarket and a department store if you feel like buying non-stop!

Tip: Plenty of parking spaces here if you're driving, but you sometimes have to be patient to wait your 'turn' during peak hours, usually lunch time and dinner time.

A view of Mount Santubong from bridge on the way to Damai Beach resort. On a nice sunny day, you can see the whole 'greenish' mountain!

Tip: Spend a day hiking to the top of the mountain. The trail can be steep and challenging sometimes. Bring a guide so you know where to go.