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Exploring Katong: From Iconic Laksa to Vintage Finds

Date of Visit: 19 September 2026 A weekend date with your partner doesn’t always require an expensive meals, an overpriced plane ticket or an elaborate itinerary. Sometimes, the best trips are right in our own backyard that blends in rich local flavors, a walk down memory lane, and a relaxed afternoon exploring historic neighborhoods. If you're looking for a perfect day trip in Singapore, here is how we spent a meaningful weekend re-exploring the charm, nostalgia, and hidden gems of Katong and Marine Parade. My hubby will be the storyteller for the day. Nostalgic Detour: Roxy Square Address: 50 East Coast Rd Singapore 428769 Nearest MRT: Marine Parade (TEL) We kicked off our day with Roxy Square . Built on the historic site of the old Roxy Theatre, this spot retains a quiet retro charm. Wandering through its classic tailor shops, traditional beauty salons, and quiet music nooks felt like stepping into another era; a true hidden gem for anyone who appreciates the quieter side of her...
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Travelogue | Taipei, Taiwan (2019 version)

Throwback post. Went in Sep 2019.

When you have been to a place for many times,
and you run out of captions,
just let the photo do the talk.
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Hi Taipei! I'm back. And you are real hot.
Come on. Let's do this.
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When you stumble upon an interesting park before reaching Carrefour, 台北市立文獻館 Taipei City Archives.


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A mandatory dish, 鸭血 to have whenever you are in Taiwan, not just Taipei.

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When this is also a mandatory meal (蛤仔煎，萝卜糕，米粉鱿鱼羹，冰红茶）the moment you arrive at Ximending.

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When you decided to hike up to Elephant Mountain 象山, for a skyscraper view.


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When you decided to visit the Grand Hotel 台北圆山大饭店, a hotel that witnessed the history and democratic progress of the dearest Taiwan. Please go Jiantan station and take their shuttle to this hotel. Just outside the station at the exit to Shilin Night Market.


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When you decided to join the bandwagon to visit the Instagrammable place in Keelung, 正滨鱼港 and it feels like Burano Island in Italy.

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When you decided to go another place just opposite of the above, Agenna Shipyard Relics 阿根纳.



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When you decided to hike a little again at 基隆八斗子望幽谷.



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When you went to random temple to find a great overview of Keelung.

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When you finally settle for your lunch at 基隆庙口. The 油面 and 米粉汤 are simple and nice.



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When you decided to visit Fort Siloso type of park, 基隆白米甕砲台.



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When the only way to take KEELUNG in one photo is using Panorama mode.

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When you decided that it is time for dinner at 杨排骨酥面 and settled for 板条.


Go freestyle when you travel Taiwan. Don't really need a plan. Just go by the flow and probably some unexpected finds along the way. Google the places I visited above, had the names bold for your easy recognition.

Always rely on our favourite guide cum driver 小李 to bring us around. Sometimes he has his very own pocket-list of places to visit. Yes we let him bring us around and no regrets.

He has his own website now so do check it out: https://www.hongtourtaiwan.com and I think he is still building up so just browse around for what's available.
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