Travel Photos & Musings By Nathan W. Allen
This is the story of my last night in Taipei…it was so much more than just a hotel stay – it was an experience…and one that I could not pass up. Here’s my favorite of the series – the official “I Dreamed Of This” Hotel Proverbs review. The hotel sits overlooking Liugongzhen Park, in Taipei’s...
What a trip. Literally. A few days earlier you could have found me careening down a secluded island road in the Philippines…battling tropical storms – and even a 6.5 magnitude earthquake. Today, however, I am in Taiwan for the very first time. And my very first stop? Well I’m proud to present my luxurious HOTEL...
I was halfway through my tour of Taipei, and was scheduled to stay with this property in the Zhongshan District. Honestly, I didn’t know much about it, but a cursory search resulted in some rave reviews and striking photos. Well, I’m so very happy I accepted the invitation – I loved everything about this place!...
Wait, Sony RX100 III vs. Ricoh GR II? What’s a professional photographer doing comparing pocket cameras? I’ll tell you – when I started traveling full time, I realized that lugging bulky DSLR gear wasn’t going to cut it anymore. So I decided to do the following in-depth comparison for you. Words & Photos By...
Upon walking into Gloria Prince Hotel and continuing to the restaurant on the 2nd floor, it was quite obvious I was in for a treat. The dining hall was quite spacious, adorned with elaborate chandeliers and elegant dinner table settings…here’s my official CHIOU HWA review. This is a traditional Cantonese restaurant known for its dim...
For me, there were many reasons to love Bohol…and near the top of the list, there was my experience at this resort. Definitely a gold star. In fact, of all the places I’ve traveled to, in many parts of the world, this place does service best. Follow along with my Bohol Beach Club review –...
I have to admit, I’m a bit of a low light junkie. Ever since I bought my first Sony DSLR and paired it up with a classic f1.7 Minolta lens, I was hooked. However, I travel so much that I got tired of the size. When the Sony RX100 came out, my prayers were answered....
My Karen’s Kitchen’s review has been a long time coming. This place is a real treat for the senses. From the second you step through the doorway, you feel you have somehow left Manila behind. The decor is bright, cheery, and charming. The dessert case will mesmerize you, and if you’re able to get past...
“I Dreamed Of This” is all about incredible experiences, and usually my hotel stays are just part of these experiences. However, my Oriental Hotel review will (hopefully) show that the hotel IS the incredible experience. (*After my initial review 5 years ago, I visited again a few years later. There were substantial upgrades and new...
Tourists come from all over the world to swim with the whale sharks, but not too many know about this inspired hideaway along the road…for me, this is as good as it gets. I hope my Siama Hotel review will do this place justice, but something tells me you really need to experience it for...