If you’re looking for one of the best views of Taipei, especially with Taipei 101 right in front of you, Elephant Mountain, also known as Xiangshan, is an easy option. It’s well known, but it doesn’t feel overcomplicated or difficult to get to. It’s also a relatively short hike, which makes it easy to fit into your itinerary. You do…

For my recent trip to Taipei, I made a list of places I wanted to eat at based on the areas I’d be visiting each day. Sinchao Rice Shoppe was one of them. It also happened to be conveniently located near TICC Taipei, where the concert I attended was held, so it worked out as an easy lunch spot before heading there. Sinchao Rice Shop…

Going up Taipei 101 was something I had in mind for this trip, but I wasn’t fully sold on paying for the observatory. The ticket to the 89th floor costs around ₱1100, which felt a bit steep for something I wasn’t sure I’d fully enjoy. I still wanted the view, though, so I looked into alternatives. That’s how I found Simple Kaffa, a …

Taipei has no shortage of tourist-heavy areas, and it’s easy to spend most of your time moving between the usual spots. Datong District felt different. It’s busy, but in a more local, lived-in way, and it doesn’t have the same pull for tourists as places like Ximending. That said, it still has plenty to see, just in a quieter, less …

This is one of those places I came across recently and immediately knew I’d want to come back to. Decalcomanie is located in the Yongsan area, and it’s not something you’ll spot right away from the main road. You have to head inside a small market area to find it, which already makes it feel a bit more hidden. Once you’re there, it …

Leeum Museum of Art is one of the most well-known art museums in Seoul, and it’s located in Hannam-dong. I ended up visiting while exploring the area, since several interesting spots are within walking distance. The museum is run by the Samsung Foundation and is known for housing both traditional Korean art and contemporary works. t…