If you’re wandering through the heart of Taipei near 228 Peace Memorial Park, you’ll likely spot two grand, stone buildings that look like they belong in a European capital. These are the National Taiwan Museum (NTM) and its across-the-street neighbor, the Land Bank Exhibition Hall.

Located off the coast of Perak, Malaysia, Pangkor Island (Pulau Pangkor) is a fascinating blend of rugged nature, rich colonial history, and a bustling local fishing culture. Unlike the more commercialized Langkawi or the monsoon-affected islands of the East Coast, Pangkor offers a year-round tropical escape that feels authentically Malaysian. 

Known as the Land of Hot Springs, Yilan County is where dramatic coastal landscapes clash beautifully with world-class hot spring. Unlike many hot spring destinations that smell faintly of boiled eggs, Jiaoxi is famous for its sodium bicarbonate springs. The water here is clear, odorless, and packed with minerals that leave your skin feeling like polished silk.