As a travel photographer constantly navigating the globe, I’ve learned that where you stay can make or break your experience. The Capital of Denmark, with its blend of historical charm and modern design, demands a nuanced approach to accommodation. During my one-week trip in Copenhagen, I stayed at two hotels that captured the city’s multifaceted […]

Right off the bat, if you’re a high-maintenance traveler, then this article isn’t for you. However, if you’re a solo female traveler searching for a budget-friendly hotel in Tokyo, then read on! Like many big cities, finding affordable accommodation can be challenging. When I traveled to Japan during the Sakura high season, hotel prices skyrocketed […]

Are you a book lover seeking a unique stay in Tokyo? During my trip to Japan, I stayed at a newly renovated “Library Hotel” concept that perfectly combines literature, luxury, and location. Like many metropolises, hotels in Tokyo vary widely in price, and during cherry blossom season, rates skyrocket. After spending a few nights in […]

Is there a way to safely transport your photography gear while traveling? Of course, there is. As a travel photographer and content creator, I do a lot of traveling. I’ve previously written about all the camera gear I bring with me, and how I pack two weeks’ essentials in a carry-on. Carrying photography equipment on […]

As a travel photographer who’s half-Taiwanese, I keep going back to Kaohsiung. This might be a controversial take, but while Taipei has a lot of photo spots, Kaohsiung feels more photogenic to me. I only add locations to this list when I’ve personally photographed them, so everything here is first-hand. Be sure to check back […]

As someone who has spent years extensively documenting Manhattanhenge in New York City, photographing Kaohsiunghenge was always on my list. Having traveled extensively throughout Taiwan over the years, and being half-Taiwanese myself, I’ve always felt a particular pull toward documenting the lesser-known phenomena in my second home. What makes Kaohsiunghenge particularly fascinating is that it […]

For years, Lady Mendl’s Tea Salon held the top spot on my afternoon tea list in New York City. Tucked inside a Georgian brownstone between Union Square and Gramercy Park, it delivers what most Manhattan tea services don’t deliver on: non-stale food, real clotted cream, warm scones, and rooms that are every colorful maximalist’s dream. […]

Have you ever wondered what’s it like to eat at the best restaurant in North America? I mean that quite literally, not just hyperbole. Nestled in the heart of New York City‘s NoMad neighborhood, ATOMIX is more than just a restaurant. Chef Junghyun Park and his wife Ellia paint a culinary canvas with their vision. […]

Don’t make the mistake of eating omakase and not sitting at the counter. This means putting your entire dining experience in the chef’s hands. Would you do it? While critics and diners alike recognize New York City‘s dining scene for its diversity and innovation, but few establishments offer an experience as unique and immersive as […]

When most travelers think of Taiwan, bustling night markets and Taipei 101 typically come to mind. Far from the urban sprawl, nestled in the southwestern part of this island nation, lies one of its most extraordinary and least understood natural phenomena: the Purple Crow Butterfly migration in Maolin National Scenic Area (茂林國家風景區). I first traveled […]