Up the monkey mountains of Muzha (Houshan, 猴山) on the terrific Maokong Gondola is one of Taipei’s prime temples – Chi Nan Temple – offering superb views of southern Taipei City combined with the cultural atmosphere of the local religions.
Hershey’s Chocolate World : Pennsylvania
Driving down through Pennsylvania state towards the American capital travel agents were unanimous in their recommendations of this tourist mecca built around one of America’s most recognizable brands. Hershey’s Chocolate World symbolizes everything that American capitalism and branding stands for,
Tin Hau Fire Dragon : Mid Autumn Lantern Festival 2011
Consider me a real Hong Kong local. I have not missed a single year of the Tin Hau Fire Dragon dance and the Victoria Park (Causeway Bay) Mid Autumn Lantern Festival since I arrived in Hong Kong (2009 ; 2010).
Southern Beaches of Siquijor : Local Kids
On my second visit to Siquijor I stayed with a resort on the south-western side of the island, hoping to explore a bit more of the southern beaches. After visiting the local waterfalls, watching a local cocking fighting match and
Lugnason Falls : Siquijor
Not far from Napo and San Juan on the small island of Siquijor in the Filipino Visayas are the Lugnason Falls. Unlike the larger Cambugahay Falls which are considered a prime attraction on Siquijor, the Lugnason Falls nobody really knows
Pixar – 25 Years of Animation : HK Heritage Museum Exhibition
The Hong Kong Heritage Museum has proven, on a number of occasions, that it can host world class exhibitions that bring in long lines of enthusiastic visitors. First there was the wonderful Couture exhibition with the golden age of fashion
Downtown Toronto : Revisit Thoughts
Toronto, to me, was always thought of in light of my childhood memories from the sixth grade when my family spent some time in the states and went to visit my charming extended family living in Toronto. Based on those
Paihong : Taiwan Paiho Factory in Dong Guan
I’m becoming a China factory expert. Yep, my second factory tour in the manufacturing capital of the world – Guangdong province, once again with a Taiwanese company through some personal contacts who have generously opened their factory for me to
Balkans Travel : Itinerary & Summary
During end of 2010 I did a unplanned trip around the Balkan countries. During the trip I was fortunate to visit some terrific spots, many of them off the beaten tourist track mainly focusing on local religions and historical politics
Cock Fighting – Authentic Filipino Culture : Siquijor, Philippines
Not sure why, but somehow I thought it would be a good idea to open the stories about my trip to the Philippines with Cock Fighting. The fact that it includes the word “cock” might have something to do with