My Taipei adventure continued with a visit to 龍山寺 Lungshan Temple (also called Longshan Temple) in the vibrant Wanhua District. This popular Chinese temple dating back to the 18th century totally charmed me with its stunning architecture and deep cultural significance. It’s no wonder this place is both a major stop for travellers and a […]

Stumbled upon Fuzhou Shizu Pepper Cake (a.k.a. Fuzhou Ancestral Pepper Cake) when we were exploring the neighbourhood where our hotel was located in. Thought we could only get these 胡椒餅 (pepper cakes) from their stall at Raohe Street Night Market so it was a pleasant surprise to see this outlet near us. We had planned […]

No Taiwan trip would be complete without having an authentic Taiwanese breakfast at a local establishment. Yong He Dou Jiang Da Wang 永和豆漿大王 is one of such popular breakfast joints in Taipei. Same name but different entities You may not be aware but there are actually many other Taiwanese breakfast places with the same name. […]

Just a short trip north of Taipei, I discovered the gorgeous mountain paradise of Yangmingshan National Park. This stunning natural escape offers everything an outdoor enthusiast could want – from rejuvenating hot springs to scenic hiking trails and breathtaking landscapes that make you forget you’re so close to the city. I noticed both tourists and […]

After a super satisfying ‘lu rou fan’ dinner at Wang’s Broth, which is located in Huaxi Street Night Market, we ventured out of the area to see what was around. Spotted another night market at the nearby Guangzhou Street. Guangzhou Street Night Market 广州街夜市 The Guangzhou Street Night Market stretches 150m between Wuzhou Street and […]

We got back to the city centre at almost 6pm after our Yehliu Geopark, Jiufen and Shifen Day Tour with Klook. The coach driver kindly dropped us off at Ximen metro station (instead of the original meeting/pick-up point at Taipei Main Station) as we wanted to check out Ximending and also go to Huaxi Street […]

Started our second day early as we had booked a Yehliu Geopark, Jiufen, Shifen and Golden Waterfall Day Tour via Klook. The tour package cost approx. S$45 per person, which included round-trip coach pick-up and drop-off from/at Taipei Main Station as well as a Mandarin-speaking tour guide. Book the tour via Klook For those of […]

After an awesome late lunch at Kura Sushi, we headed towards the Taipei Main Station to check out the underground mall, where I spent ages shopping for skincare and beauty products, lol! Supposed to make our way to Ningxia Night Market but we were ‘hijacked’ by L’Herboflore sales promoters. Before coming to Taiwan, I had […]

I first came across Kura Sushi when I spotted a review on a travel magazine. After reading it, I was completely sold. Kept that name in mind and did a bit of research. Kura Sushi is actually a conveyor belt sushi chain that was founded in Japan in 1977. Today, they have more than 500 […]

We began our Taiwan trip by first spending a week in Taipei before heading to Hualien and Taichung, after which we would come back to Taipei again for a couple more days. For our first hotel in Taipei, we chose Taipei M Hotel Main Station as it was within walking distance from Taipei Main Station, […]

OMG, so excited to be in Taiwan! The last time I was here (donkey’s years ago, haha!), it was when I had a 24-hour layover when flying back to Singapore from New York via EVA Air. My mates and I took the opportunity to explore Taipei city but we barely had the time to do […]

Food is an awesome way to delve into the culture and cuisine of a city. And when it comes to Penang, Malaysia, food becomes a way of life. This vibrant city is an absolute heaven for foodies, offering a wide array of diverse and delicious food options. If you’re a food lover, Penang is a […]

Penang is a city rich with history, culture and natural beauty. It’s also known to be one of the best holiday destinations in Malaysia. From its colonial-era architecture to its vibrant nightlife scene, there’s something for everyone here. If you’re visiting Penang on vacation or looking for somewhere new to visit while travelling around Southeast […]

Switzerland holds a special spot in my heart. It was the destination J and I celebrated our engagement, right after he popped the question. It was pretty much a surprise, as he had planned the entire trip on his own. I didn’t even have to do any research beforehand, which was a first for me! […]

No matter what part of Singapore you find yourself in this December, whether you arrive there by train, plane, or your personal jet, one thing that will remain a steadfast and solid tradition and popular holiday on the island is the celebration of Christmas. As millions around the world gather to feast and celebrate, you […]

Brisbane, the capital city of Queensland, Australia, is garnering more attention worldwide with its plateau of great events, entertainment, food, and a whole lot more. It isn’t just empty buzz that is attracting people to Brisbane and cementing its status as a hotbed for the ambitious. With a bigger story unfolding, Brisbane definitely has the […]