Discovering Muang Ngoi, Laos
Zoë Smith enjoys swimming, trekking and kayaking in the village of Muang Ngoi, Laos, on the banks of the Nam Ou River.
Zoë Smith enjoys swimming, trekking and kayaking in the village of Muang Ngoi, Laos, on the banks of the Nam Ou River.
Staying Local in West Java By Zoë Smith I scoop the wrinkled, wind-beaten hand in mine and touch it lightly to my forehead as I bow my head. The old lady in front of me blushed and dipped her head in reply, pressing a coconut into my hand. I ducked back into the shadows and […]
Traditional Medicine passed down through the ages By Zoë Smith “Drink this” I’m handed a coconut shell filled with a runny, canary-yellow liquid that looks less than appealing. My Indonesian guide nods her head encouragingly. A little crowd has gathered around the rickety market stall where I stand, a lone farang [foreigner] in the depths […]