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 […]
Pictures of Chicago Through The Eyes of An Expat
Surprised to see a lone musician playing guitar in the bustling Maxwell Street Market. Chicago is known for its impressive architecture and public art, but no one had ever mentioned about this sculpture between the […]
Chasing Carefree 