Riding business class on the high-speed rail while enjoying a delicious bento. Includes braised meatballs, marinated egg, veggies, and flavorful sides like plum tomatoes and kimchi. Such a treat!
The braised lion’s head meatballs strike the perfect balance of fat and lean, just the right size for bite after bite. This bento isn’t sold on the high-speed rail—only a special treat for event VIPs!
Yongxin Tea is known for its fine teas and artsy, literary vibe — and today, we’re heading to Kaohsiung to experience it. Sipping on refreshing iced Tieguanyin after the meal—perfect to cleanse the palate. Life is truly wonderful, especially when I’m on a business trip.
First, we head upstairs to drop off our luggage.
A nice touch—there’s a Mercedes SUV shuttle service all the way.
At the center is a golden wave ball pit with 168 metal spheres that drift and form beautiful shapes. Created by artists, designers, and engineers, it blends technology and art to capture the city’s rhythm and inspire reflection.
This time, I’m staying in the 12th-floor “City View King Suite.” The room spans a spacious 27 ping (90 square meters),perfect for senior business travelers. One person can truly enjoy this large living room all to themselves.
Welcome fruits — fresh bananas, kiwis, and mandarins.
Spacious and roomy,with a Royal King-size bed and several soft, supportive pillows.
A rare chance to enjoy such comfort and openness while traveling solo in the city.
A minimalist, elegant living space with a quiet, private lounge. The living room, bedroom, and bathroom are thoughtfully separated — perfect for both business and leisure.
Favored by top international hotels, the Italian FALOMO mattress pairs perfectly with 400-thread-count cotton bedding. This thoughtful comfort melts away the stress of travel and the fatigue of long workdays ahead.
Guests invited for this stay are fully treated — with complimentary access to the in-room minibar, stocked with Coke, Sprite, organic juice, and beer.
Comes with glassware for both wine and water.
The hotel thoughtfully offers premium Wang De Chuan Oolong and Jasmine teas,
Opening the tea canister, a fresh, mellow aroma fills the air — a small but perfect moment of joy for the trip.
The room also features a professional Nespresso machine, with creamer and four types of coffee capsules:
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Ispirazione Venezia – smooth, rich, and well-balanced
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Ispirazione Genova Livanto – round and harmonious
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Colombia Single Origin – bright with fruity notes
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Tokyo Vivalto Lungo – layered and floral
A short break with tea and fresh fruit, then slowly unpacking the light suitcase and hanging clothes in the wardrobe — and there they are: two plush, cozy bathrobes. It’s still afternoon, but… a warm bath? Why not?
This bathroom is so blissfully cozy, it makes me want to kneel in gratitude.
Next to the bathtub is a small jute pouch filled with rosemary-scented bath salts.
It offers an abundance of towels in multiple sizes — from small face cloths to large bath towels, perfectly capturing the feeling of a home spa experience.
Damana soap from France is EU-certified organic with a 100-year heritage.
Their popular org
The shower features a GROHE tropical rain system and Damana’s Organic Bath collection.
The entire bathroom and soaking area are spacious and bathed in soft, comfortable light.Adjustable shutters let in gentle, forest-like glow—even under bright sunshine outside.
The TOTO fully automatic bidet toilet comes with three customizable settings for water temperature and pressure.
A Philips salon-quality ionic hairdryer ensures smooth, moisturized hair every time.
After dinner, it’s time for a second soak before getting ready for bed 💤
