Escape From Bali

Escape From Bali

Virgin, JetStar, no airline was flying to Perth until next week at the earliest. My ticket was with Air Asia on Flt. QZ548 -- only the second flight scheduled to fly to Perth during the past 72 hours. I got that seat after waiting in line at the airport for three...

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STRANDED!

STRANDED!

On the nearby island of Lombok, just east of Bali, Mt. Rinjani has erupted, spewing volcanic ash and smoke over the region. Because the ash presents a serious risk to jet engines, three airports have been closed since yesterday, including here in Bali. And almost 700...

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Will I Survive Bali?

Will I Survive Bali?

First impression: Panama City Beach meets 1967 Saigon.

No. Soldiers aren’t in the streets carrying weapons. But, nonetheless, it’s a war out there and death or injury by MVA could be swift and painful.

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World Series

World Series

Sitting in Changi Airport Singapore in O'Leary's sportsbar watching World Series...live...at 9:38am. (Mets are up 1-0.)

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