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Hello Kitty Terminal at Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport

3 weeks ago • 1,254 views
What is there for Hello Kitty fans to do or see in Taipei? Plenty! You can pay a visit to the Hello Kitty Sweets Cafe in the city, where desserts and dishes come in the shape of every girl’s (and grown woman’s) favourite feline. And if the Hello Kitty chocolate mousse or tiramisu isn’t enough to satiate that kitty craving, then make a stop at the Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport,...

Hello Kitty Sweets Cafe in Taipei, Taiwan – Every Girl’s Kawaii Land

• 3 months ago • 1,926 views
Before visiting Taipei, I had long heard of the Hello Kitty Sweets Cafe in the city. This cute café is licensed by Sanrio, and sells Hello Kitty-themed food. As a kitty fan girl, it was one of the must-go places in Taipei. Welcome to the Hello Kitty Sweets Cafe! Getting to the Hello Kitty Sweets Cafe is relatively easy. The nearest metro station is Zhongxiao Fuxing Station. Head along Da’an...

[Video] Discover the Spirit of Japan

3 months ago • 2,202 views
When people ask me what is the one place I have travelled to that I find most memorable, my answer is always Japan. As you would see from my Japan travelogues, it’s not hard for foreigners to fall in love with the eclectic culture, delicious food, safety and cleanliness, and all things beautiful in Japan. There are even more things I love about Japan, so I can keep going. Watch...

Sato Castle Hotel in Taipei, Taiwan – The Most Beautiful Hotel Rooms in the World

• 3 months ago • 2,223 views
One of the most memorable places you will ever get to spend a night in is Sato Castle Hotel in Taipei, Taiwan. This unique motel is known for its beautiful fantasy themed guest rooms. There are over 50 guest rooms here, each with highly customised look and feel. After travelling to scenic Yilan, we got to spend some time checking out the neighbouring city of Taipei and spent a night...

Yilan, Taiwan – 3 Minsu Homestays You Wanna Spend a Night at

3 months ago • 2,370 views
If you are planning a trip to Yilan in Taiwan, here are a few minsu (homestays) that you will want to spend a night at. There are thousands of minsu in Yilan County alone. During our visit, we stayed in quite a few, each with its own unique theme and flavour. You will soon see why we recommend these minsu; they are filled with cats, hot springs and even an...

The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia Singapore – Time to Getaway with Lower Hotel Room Rates

• 4 months ago • 1,056 views
The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia Singapore is offering discounted weekend stays in March 2013 through the “Time to Getaway” promotion. From Fridays to Mondays throughout the month, you can enjoy S$20 off the room rate every hour after 2pm that you opt to check-in, up to a maximum limit of S$80. Check-in from 3pm: S$20 off Check-in from 4pm: S$40 off Check-in from 5pm: S$60 off Check-in from 6pm: S$80 off In...

Yilan, Taiwan – A Foodie Walkthrough of Luodong Night Market

• 4 months ago • 1,646 views
In Taiwan, night markets are popular spots for both locals and foreign visitors alike. In Yilan County, there are two night markets, the bigger and more popular one being Luodong Night Market. Luodong Night Market is also highly recommended by the travellers at Qiito, so we know we just have to check it out. It did not disappoint and we ended up spending three consecutive nights here, soaking in the...

Yilan, Taiwan Travelogue – A Scenic Nature Paradise

4 months ago • 3,380 views
Yilan is a county in Taiwan located very near to Taipei. With its unique geography of overlooking the sea on one side, and being surrounded by mountains on three other sides, Yilan county is known for its scenic spots, cold and hot springs and nature trails. To begin 2013 with a bang, we travelled to Yilan for four days. This was a familiarisation trip by the Taiwan Tourism Board to...

Four Seasons Hotel Singapore – Romantic Rendezvous on the Couple’s Floor

• 5 months ago • 1,598 views
Couples who would love to enjoy some private time together can escape to the Couple’s Floor at the luxurious Four Seasons Hotel Singapore. Specifically designed for couples, the adults-only 11th floor is a relaxed cocoon for lovers. All rooms on this floor contain special romantic touches. My partner and I got to check in to the Deluxe room on the Couple’s Floor over one weekend. When we first stepped into...

A Resort Vacation in Cebu, Philippines

7 months ago • 2,772 views
We had a chance to pamper ourselves with a nice resort vacation in Cebu, Philippines recently. It’s my first time in Philippines, and we travelled there via a direct flight on Cebu Pacific Air. The flight from Singapore to Cebu on Cebu Pacific Air takes less than 4 hours (and the return flight is even shorter). It’s a great way to fly as we even managed to snag the first...