Crowds gathered beneath the winter night sky as Christmasland 2025 lit up New Taipei City, and there was this soft moment right before the show began where everything felt strangely calm—then the lights snapped on, music burst through the plaza, and the air instantly shifted into full celebration mode. The opening ceremony unfolded like a holiday movie scene: performers from a … [Read more...] about Christmasland in New Taipei City 2025, Nov. 14–Dec. 29, Taiwan
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See the Statue of David in Florence, Italy
There’s a moment, right before you step into the Galleria dell’Accademia in Florence, where you almost underestimate what’s waiting inside. The hallway feels quiet in that museum-kind of way, and the light seems a bit too soft, almost unremarkable. Then you turn the corner, and there he is — Michelangelo’s David — standing under the natural dome of soft skylight, towering over … [Read more...] about See the Statue of David in Florence, Italy
A holiday in Poland can help to support Ukraine
There’s something quietly meaningful about choosing where you spend your time and money, and sometimes the simple act of travel becomes a form of solidarity. Poland feels like one of those places right now—a country that has been both a frontline neighbor and a lifeline for millions of Ukrainians since the war began. And while tourism rarely feels like a geopolitical tool, in … [Read more...] about A holiday in Poland can help to support Ukraine
If you want to go on holiday but aren’t sure which destination you want: Try Bordeaux, France
What about Bordeaux, France? Sometimes choosing a holiday destination feels like overthinking a menu—you scroll through endless options, every place promising to be “perfect,” and then suddenly you’re not sure what you wanted in the first place. That’s exactly when Bordeaux, France, sneaks in as the answer you didn’t know you were looking for. It isn’t as obvious as Paris or … [Read more...] about If you want to go on holiday but aren’t sure which destination you want: Try Bordeaux, France
Explore Lyon on a double-decker bus
There’s something oddly charming about sitting up top on an open double-decker bus, wind brushing past your face as the city rolls by like a slow-moving movie reel. Lyon feels especially suited for this kind of lazy exploration. The rhythm of the ride gives you time to look around, not rush, and let the city’s layers reveal themselves. As the bus pulls away from the starting … [Read more...] about Explore Lyon on a double-decker bus
Catania, Sicily – A City That Pulls You In
Catania has this strange gravitational pull—not loud or showy at first, but somehow irresistible once you step off the train or out of the airport and start walking its streets. Maybe it’s the way Mount Etna sits in the background, enormous and brooding like an ancient god who hasn’t quite decided whether to bless or ruin the day. The whole city feels shaped by that volcano: … [Read more...] about Catania, Sicily – A City That Pulls You In
Promoting Travel Destinations through Engaging Video Reportage
Promoting a travel destination through video reportage requires a keen eye for detail, an engaging narrative, and a deep understanding of the location's unique charm. As exemplified by this vibrant scene captured in Catania, Sicily, the essence of effective travel promotion lies in highlighting the authentic experiences and picturesque moments that resonate with viewers. In … [Read more...] about Promoting Travel Destinations through Engaging Video Reportage
For digital nomads with wanderlust
There’s something oddly calming about waking up in a place where yesterday’s routine no longer applies. The light hits differently, the sounds outside the window tell another story, and you get that familiar flutter in your chest—equal parts excitement and uncertainty. If your work fits in a backpack, if airports feel like second homes, and if your bookmarks folder is mostly … [Read more...] about For digital nomads with wanderlust
Choosing the right eSIM for travel
Picking the right eSIM for your trip still makes a noticeable difference to how smoothly you stay connected, especially now that more devices are shifting toward eSIM-only and the market is full of new providers, new pricing structures and a wider range of plans. The fundamentals haven’t changed much since this was first written, but the choice is broader—so taking a moment to … [Read more...] about Choosing the right eSIM for travel
Bergerac, France — Where Time Moves a Little Softer
There’s something quietly magnetic about Bergerac. You don’t rush there, you *arrive*, and then the rhythm of the place does the rest. The Dordogne River flows past as if it has nowhere else to be, and somehow, after a few minutes, you feel the same. Walking through the medieval streets feels a bit like drifting through a painting—timbered houses leaning toward narrow cobbled … [Read more...] about Bergerac, France — Where Time Moves a Little Softer