I don’t normally patronise hostels – the idea of “shared bathrooms” isn’t something I find very appealing – but a charming and affordable newcomer on the Taipei tourist scene is one that I’d happily make an exception for, not least because of their near-hotel quality ensuite rooms. OVERVIEW Name : Star Hostel – Taipei MainContinue reading “Hostel Report: Star Hostel – Taipei Main Station (Taipei, Taiwan)”
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Field Report: Taipei, Taiwan (06 November 2014)
Returning to central Taipei after my morning excursion to Tamsui, I came into contact with Taiwan’s more recent history and tasted a colourful slice of its lively night-market scene.
新年明けましておめでとうございます
Diego happily wishes you all the best in the year ahead. ~(‾⌣‾~)
Field Report: Taipei and Tamsui, Taiwan (06 November 2014)
The legacy of Taiwan’s pioneering foreign residents lingers strongly in a scenic riverside town just north of Taipei, where visitors can experience one of the most rewarding options for a quick day trip outside the busy capital.
Et Verbum caro factum est . . .
. . . et habitávit in nobis: et vídimus glóriam eius, glóriam quasi Unigéniti a Patre, plenum grátiæ et veritátis. DEO GRATIAS! Diego wishes you, your family, and all your loved ones a very happy Christmas.
Field Report: Taipei, Taiwan (05 November 2014)
My brief holiday in Taipei last month was the scene of some notable firsts. For one thing, it was my first time in Taiwan, and I certainly hope it won’t be the last! Secondly, this was the first trip I documented using only my mobile phone camera, without toting the larger interchangeable lens camera thatContinue reading “Field Report: Taipei, Taiwan (05 November 2014)”
Flight Report: MNL-TPE on 5J 312
No-frills airlines don’t have much of a reputation for quality and service. But on short hops between A and B, one often finds that they can do the job just fine.
Field Report: Seoul, South Korea (15 October 2013)
Not much happened on the 15th, our last day in Korea – so let’s do a brief rundown before closing the book on this holiday.
Field Report: Seoul, South Korea (14 October 2013)
After wrapping up my solo day trip to Suwon, I rushed back to Seoul and rejoined my family for a celebratory dinner.
Field Report: Suwon, South Korea (14 October 2013) – Part 2/2
So much to see, so little time. After the fact, I wish I’d had the chance to stay a full day in Suwon and admire all of its cultural relics at a more leisurely pace.
Within striking distance 