All Things Chocolate at Schokolake
Taiwan has been full of surprises for a first time visitor like me. Going to Schokolake was one of them, making the exploration of small towns from Taipei to Tainan … Read More
The As Yet Unnamed Park in Sanwan Township
One of the places that we visited was in Sanwan Township. Interestingly, no one knows its name, because it doesn’t have one yet! Let’s just call it the Sanwan Township … Read More
11-Year Old Low Wei Qi Crowned MÜ Princess
Not only did the sweet smile of 11-year-old Low Wei Qi win the hearts of the judges, her flawless, fast-paced belly dance with butterfly wings performance surely bagged her full … Read More
Heartland of the Hakka Community in Taiwan: Beipu
Prior to my trip to Taiwan, I had no idea that Hakka is one of Taiwan’s largest ethnic minorities. Hakka is the other Chinese dialect I am comfortable with, besides … Read More
Choice Accommodation Near Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport: City Suites Taoyuan Gateway
For my 6D/5N trip to Taiwan last month, we put up at a different accommodation every night. The first hotel in Taiwan was City Suites Taoyuan Gateway (桃園城市商旅航空館).
Go For Duck at 斗六門當歸鴨麵線 in Taoyuan, Taiwan
My very first meal in Taiwan was at this duck speciality eatery by the name of 斗六門當歸鴨麵線. We landed at Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport at about 7pm, so by the … Read More
Announcement: Project KANA Zen Concert in Ipoh by Kana Madarame
Ipohites will be treated to a unique performance by Japanese trumpet virtuoso Kana Madarame on 2nd March, 2019! Mark your calendar, clear your schedule. This is one impressive recital you … Read More
Time To Burn Those CNY Calories Off For A Worthy Cause
A Mallkathon Charity Virtual Walk is to be hosted at Ipoh Parade shopping mall next Sunday, 24th February, in the spirit of helping shoppers keep fit and at the same … Read More
WIN RM1K in Logo Design Contest!
The Ipoh City Council is calling on all designers in the city to participate in this logo design contest, in conjunction with the 30th anniversary celebration of “Ipoh City – … Read More
Jaw-dropping Acrobatic Lion Dance Performance at WEIL Hotel to Welcome a New Lunar Year
It was a spectacular celebration to usher in the Year of the Boar at WEIL Hotel in Ipoh, as the acrobatic high-pole lion pranced about, leaving a lasting impression on … Read More
2019 Chinese New Year Celebration at Syeun Hotel Ipoh
It’s the tradition of Syeun Hotel Ipoh to usher in the Lunar New Year and celebrate it in grand style on the 3rd lunar day and 2019 is no exception.
6D/5N Taiwan Small Town Ramble: Day 5 & 6
Ringggggg, ringggggggggg. the alarm clock shrilled. Time to wake up and get ready for the morning market! ‘Twas only 6am but the market starts from as early as 6.30am, a … Read More