After a night in Ximending, I spent the rest of my stay at Amba Hotel SongShan Taipei. This latest addition to the Amba group is well-located with asimilar look and feel. SongShan District The Songshan district is less crowded with tourists but there are several attractions to keep you busy. A 2-min walk away… Read More »
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Month: February 2018
Back in the Prohibition era in the US when alcoholic beverages were banned, a “speakeasy” was a hidden place to sneak a drink. Its ambience would often be subdued with soft music while patrons kept a low profile. Today’s speakeasies are more “accessible” yet try to retain their original spirit. On my recent Taipei trip,… Read More »
Thanks to the Amba Hotel group which prides themselves on hip and well-located establishments, I discovered two areas during my trip in Taipei: Ximending and SongShang. Ximending is a hugely popular shopping area among tourists and local youths situated in west Taipei. Often compared to Sibuya of Tokyo, there is indeed something for everyone. … Read More »
If there is a good reason to wear winter shoes, it’s Minelli. Why wouldn’t you? They are quality pieces in trendy yet versatile designs. Here’s a small selection that are available in Minelli shops in Switzerland. I’ve been looking for a basic pair of moccasins, but I ended up with this model with mini… Read More »