I had a limited understanding of the panda diplomacy rules, so when Le Le was born, I’d thought he belonged to us indefinitely. I’d thought that I could take my own sweet time to go find him. Hence, when I found out one day that he was going to China […]
Thoughts I Gathered from My First Solo Adventure
Almost exactly one month later. I took so long to take action, waited months after booking for it to arrive, and then it was over in a few days like a whirlwind. Now it had become a distant memory amidst the grind of daily life, almost like it hadn’t happened. […]
Final Day!
8.30am Today I woke up to my alarm. I have just one major itinerary item, and afterwards will see how it goes. I have to leave for the airport at 3pm latest today. A last look at my hotel room before I check out. 9.47am Checked out of hotel and […]
Day 4 – Songshan Cultural and Creative Park
(Today is the third day since I got back and I’m catching up on my Taiwan travel entries. I came back to F1 weekend in Singapore and it’s all been very exciting!) Initially my plan was to visit a second museum after the Taipei Fine Arts one but it was […]
Day 4 – Back to Taipei
8.15am Woke up before my alarm rang. I could afford to take it easy for a bit this morning since I’m done with Taichung for now. 9.38am I checked out of my room and went to the lobby to fill up a bottle and get a free cup of coffee. […]
Day 3 – Back to Shopping
Just around the corner from Caowu Square, there was a shopping mall called Park Lane by CMP. “Upmarket mall with a stylish vibe” – the Google Map description says. While I was walking there I passed by a sculpture of M (canine). 1.33pm I reached the upmarket mall with a […]
Day 3 – Continue Hunt for Artsy Stuffs
11.12am I began my walk from the art museum towards Taichung City Dadun Cultural Centre. It was only about 5mins away. The walk would have been extremely pleasant if it weren’t for the hot weather. But I’ll take it over rain while I’m on vacation any day! 11.18pm And I’m […]
Day 3 – National Taiwan Museum of Fine Arts
I’m now midway into my 5-day trip. I woke up at 7.30am today instead of 7.00am, because the first spot on my itinerary will only open at 9.00am. 8.15am The plan was to eat a huge decent portion at breakfast because I may not get to eat again until the […]
Day 2 – Arrived in Taichung!
12.45pm I arrived at The Carlton. The reception took my luggage from me. Later on it occurred to me that he didn’t issue me a tag? I hope I’ll have no problem claiming my luggage. I hop onto an Uber. 1.05pm I arrive at Natural Way Six Arts Cultural Centre. […]
Day 2 – Leisurely Monday Morning
7.00am My alarm in the form of the F1 theme song woke me up. I arise to great fanfare (literally). I just had little bit of trouble falling asleep last night because of an overly active mind, but once I concussed I was out till the alarm rang. I feel […]