I’ve been seeing 鼎隆百貨 all over my IG lately, so since it was near my hotel, I decided to drop by and check it out! The store has SO many embroidered shoes to choose from, and it was pretty crowded when I visited. The lady boss was also super fluent in both Mandarin, English and Japanese, and the

If you’re heading to Taipei and want to visit Tiaoshi Coast, Yehliu, Shifen, Golden Waterfall & Jiufen all in one day, joining a day tour is honestly one of the most convenient ways to do it! 🚌✨ The meet-up time was at 10am at Ximending station, which was not too early, so we could still hav

If you’re looking for a Taipei 101 photo spot that feels a little more hidden, save this place! 👀 Tucked away in a narrow alley in Xinyi District, 朱村居酒屋 Takemura Izakaya (also known as Zhucun Izakaya) is a cosy little izakaya serving grilled skewers, drinks and late-night bites 🍢🍻 But honestl

Finally checked out Le Matin Pâtisserie and I can see why people love this place! 🤎 The bread is SO good, definitely the highlight for me! 🥹🥐 🍳 Truffle Scrambled Egg Brioche - soft, warm and fluffy 🍄 Fermented Mushroom Toastie - unique, crispy and tasty 🍲 Mushroom Soup — we added this on an

I had such a great experience with Charlotte the MUA from start to finish! 🫶🏻 She’s incredibly meticulous and pays attention to every little detail, which made me feel so reassured throughout the whole session. On top of that, she’s so patient, friendly and easy to chat with, making the entire e

If you’re planning a quick getaway to JB, Miico Hotel @ Permas Jaya is such a solid budget-friendly find! 💛 For just SGD34/night (booked via Trip.com 🤭), you get everything you need for a comfortable stay: 🛏️ Clean & well-maintained rooms 😴 Comfy bed that gave me a really good night’s slee

If you’re looking for a café away from the crowds, Brewsmith Coffee Roasters deserves a spot on your list. Tucked away in Southkey, this hidden gem is all about slowing down and enjoying a really good cup of coffee. What I loved: 🤍 Quiet, quaint and peaceful atmosphere ☕️ Solid coffee that’s

The exterior of the café is beautiful and definitely catches your attention. It’s a lovely spot if you’re looking for somewhere aesthetic to take photos. Unfortunately, the inside felt quite cramped and noisy, so it wasn’t the relaxing café experience I was hoping for. I came mainly for their

📍Podd (Mount Austin) Tucked away in Mount Austin, Podd is one of those cafés that instantly makes you want to slow down. There are plenty of outdoor parking spaces, and the café itself is quiet, cosy, and refreshingly unpretentious. Somehow it's giving me Taiwan vibe. Their coffee menu isn

The café has a warm and cosy atmosphere, with friendly staff that make you feel welcome. I also love that there’s a small kids’ play area, making it family-friendly, plus a few shaded outdoor seats if you prefer dining al fresco. I had their mocha and it was really good — rich, comforting, and d

I finally checked out Bakery 365 at JB Austin Crest after seeing so many people talk about it. Surprisingly, there wasn’t much of a crowd when I visited on a weekday afternoon. The bakery itself is beautiful and they offer a wide selection of breads and cakes, so you’ll definitely be spoilt for

Spent an afternoon at Red Earth Pottery Studio in JB and it was such a fun activity for both besties and couples! 🏺✨ The studio is comfortable and beginner-friendly, making it easy to just relax and get creative together. You can use the YouTrip app for both deposits and payments, which make

1. Fried Oyster 新山耗煎 🦪 The oysters are fresh, huge and super succulent, every bite tastes briny and sweet without any fishiness. What really makes this place stand out is how generous they are with the oysters. Most spots give you tiny pieces here and there, but this one loads the plate with pl

If you’re looking for a dinner spot with both good sichuan food and a relaxing atmosphere, this grilled fish restaurant offers a lovely view of the Singapore River while you dine. We enjoyed their signature grilled fish while soaking in the beautiful Singapore River views. The fish arrived bubbl

Most people visit Chin Swee Caves Temple at Genting to pray and admire the peaceful surroundings, but did you know there's actually a fortune-telling and mole removing service tucked away inside? 🤯 I stumbled upon it while exploring the temple grounds and was surprised to find a young girl m

Recently took the Transtar Z Club Coach up to Genting and honestly, it was a pretty comfortable journey! ✔️ Fast journey up the mountain with only 2 toilet stops, so you get to reach Genting quicker. ✔️ Reclining seats that made it easy to relax and even nap along the way. ✔️ Free WiFi onboard

Day 1 • Arrival in Chengdu • Check in hotel (hotel recommendation here ) • IFS building - head up to top level for a pic with the panda front view) • 宽窄巷子 • 春熙路 • 太古里 - Dinner at 陶陶居 Day 2 • Panda Valley 熊猫谷 - admission ticket for two at $23.85 from trip app • 仰天窝广场打卡自拍熊猫 - take did

Day 1 • Arrival & check in hotel (refer to post here for hotel recommendation) • 揽胜亭 (top view of train) • 李子坝 • 观音桥 (打卡我在重庆) • 北仓文化街 (check out Totomato Cafe) Day 2 • 山城步道 (must eat 小凤面馆's 炸酱面) *定位：佳实养老院，全程下坡路 • 十八梯 • 莱佛士 (can skip if too tired) • 下浩里老街 (must go!) • 龙门浩老街