October 7 – 20, 2011. This departure is limited to a maximum of twelve participants. It is intended for people of all levels of interest and accomplishment in film, or digital photography. While the emphasis will be on photography, this is also a cultural journey, which we believe will enhance your ability to capture the essence of Hong Kong in your images.

From the bustling street markets, cosmopolitan metropolis and all the way up to the lookout on Victoria Peak, Hong Kong offers  a very distinct journey into architecture, east meets west and religious retreats.  Join us as we explore a city entrenched in Chinese tradition, grown on colonial influence and now shining as a jewel of the modern China.  Prepare to be dazzled by a breathtaking symphony of lights in cosmopolitan Hong Kong. City-lovers worldwide rank Hong Kong among their must-see destinations, and for good reason.

A former British colony perched on the edge of mainland China, Hong Kong is a fascinating city of contrasts—a place where East meets West; where the modern blends with the traditional; where shiny skyscrapers stand next to narrow alleys crammed with traditional vendors’ stalls; where new technology flourishes alongside ancient Chinese customs. With its glorious harbor, excellent shopping, renowned restaurants, and some of the best nighttime skylines in the world, Hong Kong has it all.

For more information, contact us or visit our Photo Expedition page for more details.


The statue is named Tian Tan Buddha because its base is a model of the Altar of Heaven or Earthly Mount of Tian Tan, the Temple of Heaven in Beijing. It is one of the five large Buddha statues in China. The Buddha statue sits on a lotus throne on top of a three-platform altar. It is surrounded by six smaller bronze statues known as “The Offering of the Six Devas” and are posed offering flowers, incense, lamp, ointment, fruit, and music to the Buddha. These offerings symbolize charity, morality, patience, zeal, meditation, and wisdom, all of which are necessary to enter into nirvana

High above Hong Kong International airport, the Ngong Ping 360 Cable Car makes it journey over Lantau Island towards the Tian Tan Buddha.

Another adventure begins on Saturday with a return to Asia.  Exploration, discovery and a little bit of peace awaits as we explore more streets, sights and sounds than ever before.  Stay tuned…

Tian Tan 2008

The Giant Buddha, Tian Tan.  September 2008.

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Fortress Macau.  September 2008.

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