What began as a simple day trip from Osaka transformed into an impromptu overnight adventure in the heart of Kyoto. After immersing myself in a day filled with ancient temples, serene shrines, and savoring some of the best gyoza I’ve ever tasted, I realized one day wasn’t enough to capture the essence of this historic […]
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Welcome to my comprehensive and brutally honest travel guide for Auckland, New Zealand—with a lot of monologuing! This guide covers everything from pre-trip planning, navigating the journey, daily itineraries, and the best tips and tricks to make the most out of your trip. Think of this guide as a conversation with your most opinionated travel […]
Liaoning Street Night Market (遼寧街夜市) Taiwan, and Taipei in particular, are known for their night markets. You’ll see them all over social media, blogs, and YouTube. However, I’m going to place extra emphasis on my favorite one so far – Liaoning. This night market is one of my favorite street markets in Taipei due to […]
Taipei, a city bursting with culinary delights, is a food lover’s paradise. During my visit, I’ve discovered some amazing spots that I can’t wait to share with you. This is not an exhaustive list, but a collection of my personal favorites that I find myself returning to time and again. Whether you’re in town for […]
Originally published in 202. Updated: May 17, 2024 Guam? Where’s Guam? Guam is probably not the first place you think of when you imagine a Pacific island. However, Guam, a U.S. territory nestled in the heart of the Pacific, isn’t just a picturesque island escape. Guam tends to get overlooked as a destination (compared to […]