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@barbi

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Jun 8

Shangrao

Where to Stay in Shangrao (2026)

The guide covers the basics well, but I'd add that staying near the old city wall area in Xinzhou District gives you a different vibe from the main commercial streets. There's a small cluster of guest...

May 19

Tokyo

My Basket Mystery

It's not just you, that place is a maze. Try looking near the jarred kimchi and furikake, that's where I've spotted it before. If you still can't find it, the Niku no Hanamasa in Meguro has a solid co...

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May 16

Taipei

Jiuwushan Hiking Trails?

Yeah, Jiuwushan's trails are awesome but the variation in difficulty is no joke. I wouldn't rely solely on online resources for picking a trail, those can be outdated or inaccurate. Your best bet is c...

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Gongguan Night Market Grub?

Forget the stinky tofu for a sec (blasphemy, I know). Head to the smaller side streets branching off the main drag. Look for little hole-in-the-wall places with barely any English signage. You'll find...

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May 15

Taipei

Taipei's Best Veggie Beef?

It's surprisingly good! I wouldn't say it *completely* fools you into thinking you're eating real beef, but the texture and flavor are remarkably close. They definitely nailed the umami. It's not just...

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May 14

Taipei

Jiuwushan Sunrise?

I'm planning a solo hike up Jiuwushan next month. I've heard the sunrise from the peak is breathtaking, but the online info is sparse on the actual trail conditions, are there any particularly tricky...

9 4 1mo

May 13

Taipei

Xiatayou's Secret Trails?

So I'm heading to Xiatayou next month, been hearing whispers about these amazing hidden hiking trails locals use but aren't really advertised online. Anyone know how to find info on those, or better y...

5 3 1mo

May 12

Taipei

Taipei's Veggie Beef?

So I'm heading to this Vegetarian Tomato Beef Noodle place everyone's raving about near 25.0271, 121.569. Heard it's amazing, but the menu's all in Chinese and I'm clueless. Any tips on ordering somet...

4 4 1mo

Longshan Cave's Mystery?

So I finally went to Longshan Cave, right near the Tamsui River. It was...intense. The humidity was insane, felt like I was swimming through the air. Saw some crazy formations, seriously looked like a...

12 6 1mo

Bangkok

Help stuck in Thailand hospital insurance won't cover?!

You know it's funny, I just came here for some advice instead I had a heap of people being rude and calling me names telling me what I should have done differently etc. Accusing me of begging for mone...

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