For anyone sick of shopping non-stop in Taipei, Jiufen is an ideal day trip as it is reasonably near Taipei city, yet offers a refreshing change in scenery with mountain views, old-fashioned walkways and cool […]
A Freezing Dip in Su Ao Cold Spring, Yilan, Taiwan
I’ve visited Taiwan many times, but I have only visited Yilan once, therefore when I made a holiday trip to Taiwan again this summer, I decided to place more emphasis on Yilan as opposed to Taipei. […]
Good Food And Cheap Buys In Maxwell Street Market, Chicago
Recently, I have taken to going to Maxwell Street Market on Sundays, not because the items sold are really that fantastic, but simply cos it appeals to my bargain-hunting auntie nature. The items I see […]
When You Are No Longer Excited About The New City You Are Living In
This time last year when I just set foot in Chicago, I remember how I viewed everything with a sense of wonder and anticipation. Skyscrapers! Gorgeous parks! Street performers! Everything was viewed through rose-tinted glasses […]
Writing Travel Articles Without Stepping Into That Travel Destination
With the ease and low cost of travel nowadays, it seems like everyone I know travels very frequently and could easily branch into travel writing. Of course, if you are someone who enjoys writing and […]
The Housekeeper: A Stranger Who Knows All Your Habits And Secrets
Recently, I have been fortunate enough to land a stay in a luxurious serviced apartment in Singapore, courtesy of my husband’s company. Ironically, I am a Singaporean with a HDB flat in Singapore, but if […]
秘密基地：Cosplaying As An Imperial Concubine in Jiufen, Taiwan
I’ve been to Jiufen, TW a few times before, and each time round I am simply obsessed with touring the old streets, buying cute and cheap souvenirs, as well as gorging myself on food. In […]
5 Favorite Spots From An Expat In Chicago
Chicago is a beautiful and vibrant city, defined by its towering skyscrapers, gorgeous architecture and bustling vibe. After close to one year of living in Chicago, I have slowly gotten accustomed to life there and […]
Understanding Different Countries’ Cultures Through Cab Drivers
I just came back from a Taiwan trip and I was seriously scorched to death. It was so hot that I even lost my appetite for the mouth-watering food I was so looking forward to, […]
First Day Back in Singapore From Chicago
After an 8-hour flight from Chicago to London, and then a layover of 8 hours at London, followed by a 12-hour flight from London to Singapore, I AM FINALLY BACK in Singapore! The 20+ hours of […]
Chasing Carefree 