November 28, 2024

Why Taiwan Isn’t Always the Foreigner-Friendly Place It Claims to Be

About a month ago, on a random Wednesday, I met a woman by accident in the park. Our kids started playing together, and we started a conversation. I was happy to meet someone who spoke English since my Chinese is pretty basic. While I can understand much more than I can speak, it’s still a challenge to hold a proper conversation.Honestly, it’s rare to find someone to chat with here. It’s such a contrast...

November 23, 2024

Exploring the Historic Tainan District Court: A Glimpse into Taiwan's Judicial Heritage

Travel Date: 2024/11/09It just so happened that we found ourselves back in Tainan, and to my delight, Christmas decorations were already set up in front of the Shin Kong Mitsukoshi Store. I haven't seen any other shopping malls quite ready for Christmas yet, but this one is always the most beautifully...

November 18, 2024

2024 Christmas in Tainan

Travel Date: 2024/11/09It just so happened that we found ourselves back in Tainan, and to my delight, Christmas decorations were already set up in front of the Shin Kong Mitsukoshi Store. I haven't seen any other shopping malls quite ready for Christmas yet, but this one is always the most beautifully...