Frans & Claire’s travelogue

Tongariro Crossing

Tongariro Crossing

Mount Ngauruhoe is one of the many active volcanoes you will see on the Tongariro Crossing hike.

Emerald Lakes

Emerald Lakes

Tongariro National Park in New Zealand has 3 gorgeous emerald lakes that would be positively inviting if it were not for their volcanic sulfur bouquet.

One of the many summits of the Tongariro Crossing

One of the many summits of the Tongariro Crossing

The Tongariro Crossing is often referred to as the best one-day walk in New Zealand. Most people can complete it in 7 hours and volcano lovers will certainly not be disappointed. Movie buffs will recognize Mount Ngauruhoe as Mordor's Mt Doom and there are also emerald lakes and hot sulphur springs. Bring a walking stick for the long downhill!

A good philosophy

A good philosophy

While Bhutan may be known more for their chillies than their sweets, they at least have the right philosophical outlook.

Leonardo Dicarpio wuz here

Leonardo Dicarpio wuz here

While the young ladies of Bhutan may dream of being Cinderella, Leonardo "Dicarpio" is the obvious gentleman's choice.

Wear a suit or go on home.

Wear a suit or go on home.

Who wears short shorts? Unwelcome guests to temples around Ninh Binh, Vietnam apparently. A dashing blue suit is most appreciated however.

Leave your drum at home

Leave your drum at home

Leave your drums at home when visiting the Imperial Enclosure in Hue, Vietnam.

Beachfront dining at The Samaya

Beachfront dining at The Samaya

Ocean breezes caress diners, sedate with good food and wine, at The Samaya's stylish beach-front restaurant.

The pool at The Samaya Villas Bali

The pool at The Samaya Villas Bali

Zen out at The Samaya's well manicured pool.

Royal Pavilion at The Samaya Villas Bali

Royal Pavilion at The Samaya Villas Bali

The Royal Pavilion boasts a private pool, dining area, Balinese bale bengong, and jacuzzi.

Frans & Claire van der Lee

Frans & Claire van der Lee has been a member since 20 November 2007 and goes by vanderlee.

Currently in Bangkok.

Subscriber since February 2008!

We are on a year long journey around Asia. Frans is the photographer and Claire is the trip planner. We have recently been to Thailand, Bali, Laos, Vietnam, diving in the Similan/Surin Islands, New Zealand, and Hong Kong. Southern Vietnam, Cambodia, and southern Laos are next! We are from Washington, DC and Frans is a web developer with www.vanderleeMEDIA.com

You can also find Frans & Claire at www.flickr.co...nderlee/sets.

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