Hawai'i
Where in the World is Palani?
I have lived much of my life below the American poverty level in terms of income. By rejecting the material possessions that many people cling to, I've found my way around the world. Please, find a way to travel. Stay at a Youth Hostel- Couch surf! (People who let travelers stay at their home for a night or two for free.) You will see that all the people of this world want to live and love just as much as you do. Much Love, Palani |
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The Coast Near Hana (East) shore of Maui.
Possibly the most spiritually compelling place I've ever visited. volcanic rock in a perilous battle against the mighty ocean. |
This picture is taken from Diamond Head Mountain
on the Island of Oahu. Waikiki and the city of Honolulu can be seen below. |
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Dayle (in blue) and his daughter are part of a non-profit organization IKOH that created and ran Ono Pono (common translation "good earth").
Ono Pono was located at the University of Hawaii's Sustainability Courtyard Manoa, Oahu campus. Ono Pono's primary objective was to promote local organic farming and provide a healthy alternative to the chemically laden food that many of us ingest on a daily basis. The indigenous people of Hawaii once enjoyed a %100 self sustainable life. Now, over 85 percent of the island's food is imported from the mainland, taking a 3000 mile or more voyage before landing on a Hawaiian's plate.. Sadly, Ono Pono proved to be as unsustainable as our lifestyles closing in 2007. |
Cambodia, border to Siem Reap
Run for the Border!
A lone road from Bangkok, Thailand takes you to the Cambodian border.
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Tranqility
Siem Reap, Cambodia.
Tranquil beauty looking forward to a new day. |
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Despite the hardship, friendly smiles everywhere!
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Main Gate/Entry to Angkor Wat, Siem Reap.
I highly recommend visiting National Geographic's July 2009 Issue on Angkor Wat. The photo gallery can be seen here. |
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Thailand
Halt! - Wat Po, Thailand
What Can I say?
Thailand will forever hold a special place in my heart. It is the first time I truly felt that a culture was showing me a sustainable way of life with much love and happiness. More Thailand photos on Massag page. |
PEACE
A true island paradise. To reach Moondance, be prepared to hike a quarter mile through tropical heaven.
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BRAZIL
Go tell it on the Mountain... Rio de Janeiro
Christ the Redeemer Statue. High atop a hill in Rio de Janeiro. Truly Magnificent!
Panoramic View of Rio
View from Sugar Loaf Mountain (Pao de Acucar)
On the road to Salvador, Bahia - Brazil
Before digital cameras- wish I had more film!
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Still on the road (2 days!) What a beautiful country
What a diverse country!
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Amsterdam, Holland
Herengracht Canal- Amsterdam.
One of the many canals that flow through the city... |
Ooster Park, Amsterdam
You may recognize the landscape and bridge from many Vincent van Gogh paintings.
I'm in love with Mary Jane :)
Marijuana, in an Amsterdam cafe'. Countless numbers of people world wide have been incarcerated for enjoying Marijuana's recreational and medicinal benefits. Holland let's their adult population decide what is best for their body. In which country are people truly free???
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Paris, France
Eiffel Tower!
At one time, was the tallest structure in the World.
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Arc de Triomphe
Arc de Triomphe
You enter by going through a tunnel under a road that circles the Arc. Once on top of the Arc you see a truly incredible 360 view of Paris. Bad hair day w/rainbow!
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Barcelona, Spain!
A hostel on the Mediterranean - awesome...
Two fellow travelers from Sweden. Words cannot express how grateful I am for the Youth Hostel lodgings I have enjoyed around the world. This new hostel sits on the beach near the Mediterranean.
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View from cable car on route to Olympic Mountain
(Left) Arc de Triomf, Barcelona
I guess everyone likes an Arc. I thought this design was quite nice. |
New Zealand, North & South Island
Sky Tower, Auckland
Auckland, New Zealand!
The SkyTower is the tallest structure in the Southern Hemisphere. Similiar to the CN Tower in Toronto- not far from my hometown... |
I think I see a Hobbit!
Elijah Wood - Frodo.
Opening night of the Second Lord of the Rings- Wellington, NZ. Peter Jackson
Director - Lord of the Rings
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Maori Cultural Center
Here I am playing Chief in a ceremonial culture center greeting with a Maori Tribe.
Three warriors come out to great you. If you make any bad move- they will strike you. Proud people who never surrendered to the British. NZ has two formal languages- English and Maori. |
Inside
Inside the communal gathering area.
The ladies sang in an amazing South Pacific harmony. Reminiscent of African and Hawaiian, but still unique. After the entertainment we enjoyed a variety of foods prepared in volcanic pits with natural hot steam- yummy. |
Backpackers, NZ style...
Not a luxury resort, another hostel. This is in the town of Nelson, NZ. A place I would love to call home. NZ has amazing hostels- many have heated pools, hot tubs and even a "party" van like the one you can barely see in the background
Da Palani, free falling...
Here I am bungee jumping from the famous A.J. Hacket Bridge. The first commercial bungee jumping site in the World.
I truly thought I was going to die. In many ways, that jump changed my life for the best. First and foremost, by not hitting the shallow river and rocks. |
A view from the hills of Queenstown. In the background is a mountain range called the Remarkables.
View of the Queenstown Harbor . Ariel view of Frans Joseph Glacier. South Island. Franz Joseph Glacier
My first ride in a helicopter. This glacier is melting much faster from global warming.
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Cuba!
Three pictures from CUBA!
As an American, the only way I could travel to Cuba was by flying from Canada. "Oh Why Can't We Roam, this Open Country!" Marley We stayed at an all inclusive resort on a smaller island just off the coast. I don't smoke cigarettes- but I still found their cigars quite enjoyable. The impact of the American embargo was quite obvious, but the people were clearly not deterred. Cuba has more musicians, higher literacy rate, and better health coverage per-capita than America. Three fundamentals that are much more valuable than a game boy. |
New York
Morning Sun Salutation at an upstate New York campground.
Most of the people pictured have been up all night playing drums and dancing around a large fire. I know, I was one of them! I Love NY!
An island on Lake George, Adirondack Mountains, New York State. Despite it's most famous city, New York State is covered with forests, apple orchards, lakes, and home to the glorious Adirondack mountains.
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