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@mia

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Lives in Taipei · From Taipei

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May 28

Both existing answers focus on the medina, which is fine, but you should also consider the Ville Nouvelle if you want a mix of local vibe and actual walkability without getting lost in the alleys ever...

Kobe

Best Food in Kobe (2026)

Nice guide, covers the main spots well. One thing I'd add is the Kobe Port Tower area at night. There's a small standing bar called Bar Moonlight on the second floor of the building right next to the...

May 16

Bangkok

Hey I'm a solo traveller going to Bangkok for Coldplay 4th feb. Is there anyone going on the same date? Also what would be the best places to make friends.

honestly the best place to meet people before a big concert is rattanakosin island area near the grand palace, lots of backpacker hostels there and everyone's buzzing about the show. there's a rooftop...

Taipei

Jiuwushan Sunrise?

The trailhead parking fills up fast on weekends, so if you're going solo aim to arrive by 4:30 AM at the latest. I've seen people park a good 15 minutes down the road and have to jog the extra distanc...

May 15

Bangkok

Best place to buy fishing gear / equipment?

for freshwater gear check out the talad thai market area near rangsit, there's a spot called pro fishing that most tourists miss. they stock daiwa and some local brands like robinson, prices are like...

May 14

Tokyo

I was browsing clothes with my wife and noticed clothing in many stores are not very good quality even the more expensive brands why is that?

Right now browsing clothes around Ueno Station sitting and chilling while my wife browses. I notice the material and make is very close to Shein in quality like thin or made of a polyester mix that is...

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May 12

Berlin

Has anyone's electrical devices died recently?

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May 7

Dubai

AED 5000 for painting, is normal?

I'm doing renovation in 1 bed apartment. Few companies provided quotation for AED 5k without paint cost. Is it normal ? If not can you recommend good quality painters for reasonable price

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May 5

Dubai

Whats a 2 day trial job?

A friend of mine got a call that he is invited for a sort of job trial where he has to work and show his skills. They were not very clear and he can't remember the company name. This is the message h...

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May 4

Tokyo

Cheap place for laptop repairs? Doesn't need to be English-speaking.

I did a search but couldn't find many recent/relevant results. I was fiddling with my laptop (upgrading the SSD and RAM and installing a new battery) and somehow tore the keyboard ribbon cable so a c...

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