Sunset at Phnom Bakheng

Unfortunately, the skies were hazy during all of our time at the Angkor temple complex, so we never really got a mindblowing sunrise or sunset. The top of Phnom Bakheng is a popular spot for sunsets, so visitors have to get here early for a spot. Though the colors aren't brash and bold, the muted pastels in the sky give a nice sense of serenity. 

It's Friday and you'll find more skies at Skywatch. Photo taken in December 2016.

Blue skies above

Everything looks better under a blue sky. This lovely building atop Phnom Santuk is no exception! It's Friday and you'll find more skies at Skywatch. Photo taken in December 2016.

Sunset in Phnom Penh

The Panorama Bar has beautiful views over the mighty Mekong. So does the Foreign Correspondents Club, where this photo comes from. Photo taken in December 2016.

Royal blue skies

I believe this is a side view of the Throne Hall inside the Cambodian Royal Palace in Phnom Penh. Unfortunately, I didn't get to tour the palace and grounds due to the lack of proper clothing (women must wear pants or skirts that cover their knees). Visitors can still get some pretty good views from outside as the palace sits along the bank of the Mekong River. For more skies, take a look at Skywatch. Photo taken in December 2016.

Buddhist Stupa

It was a beautiful day when I ventured out to the site of the Killing Fields in Choeung Ek, just outside of Phnom Penh. I'll show you more of this memorial next week. Until then, more beautiful skies can be found at Skywatch. Photo taken in December 2016.

The blue hour

More beauty from the beaches of Gili Air. I hope you've enjoyed this time in Indonesia - both Bali and Gili. Next week we'll move on Cambodia.

More skies can be found at Skywatch. Photo taken in December 2016.

Sunrise

Another highlight of my time in Bali was the pre-dawn trek up Mount Batur to see the sunrise. You climb the 1,717 meters in almost darkness, with only a flashlight to guide you. However, the beautiful scenery bathed in dawn light is certainly worth it. It's Friday and you'll find more skies at Skywatch. Photo taken in December 2016.

Rice fields

There is an abundance of beautiful rice fields in Bali.

Naturally, I took an abundance of photos of them during my recent trip there! More skies can be found at Skywatch. Photos taken in November 2016.

Evening catch

A group of young men were fishing at Tanah Lot. I'm not sure how this one could turn his back to the beautiful colors in the sky behind him. Photo taken in November 2016.

Pure gold

Here's the real reason why so many people flock to Uluwatu on the southern tip of Bali - the fantastic sunsets! Seeing that beautiful color made the trip worth it. More skies can be seen here. Photo taken in November 2016.

High in the sky

Mui Ne is a popular spot for kite surfing. I didn't try it, but it was fun to see the colorful sails flying high in the sky. More skies can be found here. Photo taken in November 2016.

Sunrise

It pays to be an early bird in some cases. Seeing the sunrise over the dunes in Mui Ne was definitely a treat. More skies can be found here. Photo taken in November 2016.

Crossing a bridge

I don't quite remember where this bridge was, somewhere between Hue and Hoi An, but I love that we were driving towards the big puffy clouds and blue sky. Photo taken in November 2016.

Idyll

An idyllic country scene in Vietnam. Photo taken in November 2016.

On the beach

A stretch of beach along the road to Hoi An.

I couldn't resist watching the waters rush up on the shore for a bit. Photos taken in November 2016.

Coastal views

A view along the Chan May coast on the road from Hue to Hoi An, Vietnam. Happy weekend!

Wishes

Most Southeast Asian countries don't use coins, so sometimes you see a few bills in the wishing well. Photo taken in November 2016.

Sunset in Hong Kong

Goodnight Hong Kong. Let's take a look at Vietnam tomorrow. Photo taken in November 2016.

Night Star

Anyone who has been to Hong Kong will know the famed Star Ferry that takes passengers from the island to Kowloon. It's a lovely trip to take any time of day, but especially at sunset. Photo taken in November 2016.

Blue skies over Belem

The Tower of Belem is an impressive sight and it looks so beautiful against the blue skies of Lisbon. Photo taken in August 2016.