Taiwan is a country that isn't on many traveler's radar: situated just off the southeastern coast of China, it's a small, but beautiful island-nation that's home to 24 million people and some of the best combination of city and nature to keep one busy exploring it all. Taiwan has been a strategic point for centuries, … Continue reading Top 10 Taiwanese Dishes You Need to Try
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Alice Keck Park Memorial Garden (August 2023) My partner and I took it easy on our last day in Santa Barbara: our train back to Los Angeles wasn't until 16h45, so we had almost the full day to see a bit more in town. We had another delicious, freshly-cooked breakfast at the hotel before we … Continue reading Destination: Santa Barbara, California (PART 3)
Santa Barbara Harbor (August 2023) After a good night's sleep, my partner and I woke up on our second full day in Santa Barbara, ready to go out and explore some more. We had a decent breakfast in our hotel, which consisted of a freshly-made omelet and solid coffee-- there was a small table for … Continue reading Destination: Santa Barbara, California (PART 2)
On Stearns Wharf (August 2023) Last August, my partner and I had an extended weekend in Santa Barbara. We visited to celebrate my partner's birthday, and we spent a few nights exploring this coastal city in central California. Our visit was short and packed, but fun overall, as it was also a way to get … Continue reading Destination: Santa Barbara, California (PART 1)
Views from Elephant Mountain (January 2024) Home to 2.5 million people, Taipei is the biggest and largest city in the small island country of Taiwan. It's also the capital and a major hub for the political, financial, and tourism sectors. The city is located in the north-central part of the country, nestled in a basin … Continue reading 72 Hours in Taipei: Things to See and Do
Rebecca Goes Rendezvous 