Outside TPE

pretty much anything, designed for tourists on this island is the worst possible choice of weekend activity. Over and over again i am reminded that Taiwan is a great place to live but horrible place to travel. This isn't to say i haven't had some exceptional experiences here and there, but for the most part id rather stay in the city.

Come Saturday or Sunday i can count on my lady wanting to go and "do something". this means walk around and shop for the most part but sometimes she will want to go to some tourist spot. i don't understand the draw. Its always the same; subway, bus, wait in line, take 100 pics, eat some street food(that they sell right next to the house), wait in line, bus, subway, so happy to be home.

Despite my better judgment i reluctantly agreed to go to some mountain side for a nice walk and good views. Long story short, this proved to be as i previously expected, overcrowded and a waste of time. my girls selection of hiking/long walk footwear was entertaining though.

7-11 aka "the gentleman's lounge", " the sev", etc...

7-11 in Taiwan is pretty much an institution. Any night of the week you are guaranteed cheap drinks, someone to bullshit with, and good scenery. Coming from a state where liquor is regulated heavily, being able to pick up a few beers or a bottle of vodka if you please, and enjoy it outside without any problems is quite a treat.

This specific 7-11 is particularly dear to my heart for a slew of reasons as i am sure it is to anyone who has spent a bit of time in Taipei. We have met and hung out on that corner more than anywhere else in this city. my friend even met his wife there. its dirty and grimy and as much as i complain about the euro-trash that rolls through whenever some techno dj is in town, i gotta give it credit for providing some quality nights.

plus its got bike parking. Bar Beer time

POSTandHANG back online soon

Think it's about time i get back to letting folks know whats good in asia.