10 Amazing Things To See And Do In Bali Indonesia
Bali is an amazing and well-traveled island. As such it is incredibly hard to narrow down a list of ten things to do in Bali, Indonesia. There is a wide range of sights and activities to…
Asia is a vast and fantastically diverse continent that inspires visitors from around the world. From India to Taiwan there are more experiences to be had than can fit into a single lifetime. Take a look at what the world’s most populated continent has to offer.
Bali is an amazing and well-traveled island. As such it is incredibly hard to narrow down a list of ten things to do in Bali, Indonesia. There is a wide range of sights and activities to…
The completion of the much-anticipated Airport MRT Line has brought a speedy new option for travel between the Taoyuan Airport and Taipei. A number of interesting transport cards have been spotted since the new MRT line…
Taiwan is a relatively large island, stretching some 250 miles from top to bottom. It’s unfortunate that most of the island’s visitors never venture past the glamour of Taipei. When you venture out of the capital…
I recently had the good fortune of booking nearly 4 months of flights around Asia for practically nothing. That’s right, with some planning and flexibility, it is possible to book free flights around Asia! I thought I…
When I moved to Taiwan I planned to spend a maximum of three years on the island. I thought this would enough time to explore Asia from my base in Taipei – and for the most…
There are countless things to see and do in and around Ruifang so you will need to prioritize if you are only planning a short trip. Some of the top attractions are:
Jiufen Old Street
Houtong Cat Villiage
Jinguashi Gold Ecological Park
For those in the know, Taiwan is a culinary paradise. The island is mostly known for its numerous mountains, as a producer of semiconductors and computer parts, and for its tenuous relationship with Mother China. However,…
America has a McDonald’s on every corner. Taiwan has a 7-11 on every corner. As well as a few scattered in between, or so it seems. One thing that visitors will notice is that this small…
My week-long tour of Sri Lanka was an exciting taste of what Sri Lanka has to offer. My journey to this (relatively) small island nation left me with memories of its delicious food, enchanting natural beauty,…
When I made my Bangkok itinerary a day trip to Ayutthaya went to the top of the list. I love learning about the history of the places I visit and have wanted to visit the ancient capital…
Tokyo, Japan – Destination Overview Tokyo, the nation’s capital and home to upwards of 13 million people, is an eclectic mix of old meets new. Some of the world’s most modern – and futuristic – buildings…
Things to do around Taipei Recently I realized that I’ve been living in Taipei for a full three years. I love living in the city but doing the same thing every day can get boring at times. When I…
After spending a week in Kota Kinabalu, the charming capital of Sabah, I hopped on a plane to visit Sandakan. As the second largest city in the Malaysian state of Sabah, Sandakan has a surprising amount…
In Kota Kinabalu, island hopping is one of the best and most exciting things to do. There are four islands near Kota Kinabalu that are popular day-trip destinations. These islands lie in a National Marine Park…
Expenses and the cost of living in Taiwan USD I have been living in Taiwan, and working as a Business English teacher, for the past 4 years. One of the questions I get asked the most,…
A Night in the Westin Presidential Suite The chance to stay in a $6,000 a night room doesn’t come around every day. But, when it does, the feeling is magical. Business as usual I flew to Wuhan for a one-day…
What is moon festival in Taiwan like? Moon festival (also called mid-autumn festival) is one of the biggest holidays in Taiwan, which means travel plans during the holiday need to be made well in advance. During…
It’s hard to believe that I have lived in Taipei, Taiwan for 6 years already. For the most part, I have felt confident in my decision to trade my comfortable life in Southern California for a…
48 hours in KL My trip to Malaysia’s capital will be a short one. I was able to book flights back from Australia that gave me two days in KL instead of a quick layover. Interestingly…
Picking Tea in Japan My trip to Shizuoka, Japan included an obligatory trip to a tea plantation. The tea farm was in the hills, a short drive outside of the city. Getting there was a snap…