Taiwan and Taiwanese people are known for their hospitality, and I got to experience that at not one, but both Shangri-La Far Easterns. Each visit reminds me of the deep cultural roots that tie me to this island nation. During one of my trips back, I finally had the chance to do some solo travel […]

Known as the “Silicon Valley of Taiwan”, Hsinchu has a lot of things to see, eat, and do. Often overshadowed by Taiwan’s larger cities like Taipei (臺北) and Kaohsiung (高雄), Hsinchu offers visitors a unique blend of culture, history, and nature. However, what elevates this city on the global map is Hsinchu Science Park – […]

Is 16 hours on EVA Air premium economy worth it, or is it the same as regular economy? I’ve been flying with EVA Airlines since I was a baby. Are you even Taiwanese if you don’t? My mom told me after she popped me out she took me on my first flight 6 months later. […]

As someone who’s been in New York City for almost 15 years, one of my favorite things about The Big Apple is that it’s so walkable. Nothing beats the convenience. Some hidden gems in the city allow you to go on a hike without leaving the five boroughs. Recently, I shared my experience walking 32 […]

It’s hard to find wisteria in NYC. The purple weed that hangs off the sides of things is not something the city is known for. However, along with hunting for tulips and cherry blossoms in NYC, I have added wisteria to my list. In the spring, you can find wisteria in several NYC locations, creating […]

This might give meticulous travel planners a heart attack, but I completely winged traveling around Tokyo. Typically, when I visit a destination, I prefer checking out a lot of the free stuff. If it’s free, it’s for me! Before my trip, I limited taking into account the recommendations from social media since my cousin is […]

If you’re seeking to explore some lesser-known yet incredible parts of the country, you’ll want to steal this Fukuoka 3-Day Itinerary. I don’t know who needs to hear this, but there’s more to Japan than the popular destinations of Tokyo, Osaka, and Kyoto! As part of my two-week trip through Japan, along with Tokyo and […]

As part of my two-week trip through Japan, along with Tokyo and Fukuoka, this Nagasaki 3-day itinerary breaks down everything to do if you plan a visit. Nagasaki, a city on Kyushu island, became one of two tragic locations where the U.S. dropped atomic bombs during WWII. While fewer tourists visit this hilly city compared […]

It seems like everyone and their mother is traveling to Japan, myself included. If you’re planning a trip to Japan and have 14 days to explore, you’re in for a treat! Note that this only scratches the surface. Japan has so much to see and do that you need a long time to travel there or […]

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to walk the perimeter of Manhattan? This activity in NYC has been a bucket list item of mine for years, and I finally accomplished it at the Great Saunter, a 32-mile “saunter.” Previously, I had always expressed a desire to walk this, but knowing myself, I needed an […]