Just about a week ago I arrived back from a school trip to Singapore. It was a bit longer of a stay than some of my past trips but one that came with the vast responsibility of taking care of the students along for the ride. Perhaps I wasn’t able to do quite everything I … More An Early Summer School Adventure: Singapore
Once a Japanese winery where sake was produced, it was then briefly run by a Taiwanese company when ROC took control of the island in 1946, but that wasn’t meant to last. It fell into ruin over the decades before the city of Taipei decided it wished to tear the whole thing down. Artists … More Huashan 1914 Creative Park Taipei, A Travel Guide
Often, those visiting Taiwan, or even those who simply live in Taipei who wish to take trips out of the city, will venture to Yilan County. This is the beautiful and coastal region of Taipei famous for its beaches, rice patties, and cong you bing. Having lived in Yilan for two years I would like … More Travel Guide for Yilan County
On the morning of Friday November 9th, I woke up early with my friends to catch a taxi to the Taoyuan Airport. After landing in Phnom Pehn, we got right to it, renting a tuk tuk and discussing our plans with its driver. I personally enjoy learning about the history of a place I am … More An Adventure in Autumn – Cambodia
Introducing himself to me as Mr. GV, the founder and manager of Balle Balle Indian Restaurant in Taipei was incredibly hospitable when I visited his restaurant this past Saturday, October 20th. Before sitting down to talk with me he could be seen going from table to table to chat with the patrons to help them … More Balle Balle Indian Restaurant, Taipei
Taiwan is a small Asian nation full of many wonders, but the one that makes it stand out compared to its counter parts are its night markets. They serve as both a hub of nightlife and tourism, but also a hub for the expression of this nation’s deep culture. Long before westerner, Japanese, or Korean … More Night Markets in Taiwan
A summary of my trip to Hong Kong and Macau… … More A Mid-Summer Trip – Hong Kong and Macau
Taipei Travel Guide For that 20, and 30 something traveler So, you have a week vacation and want to go to Asia. Now this isn’t going to be a cheap trip, but you already know this and have probably looked at airfare. The choice becomes where to go. Japan probably jumps to the top of … More Taipei Travel Guide
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