If you are planning your first voyage aboard Star Navigator (operated by StarDream Cruises) out of Keelung, Taiwan, here is a practical overview of what to expect—from upfront costs and border clearance to life onboard and disembarkation day.
Barely a few weeks after spending 11 days traversing Kaohsiung, Tainan, and Taipei for my birthday, I found myself booking another flight back to southern Taiwan. It was completely unplanned—pure fangirl impulse after managing to secure tickets for Day 2 of MAMAMOO Moonbyul’s 1ST WORLD TOUR [MUSEUM : an epic of starlit].
It usually starts with a subtle scratch in your throat, a mild headache, constant sneezing, and that heavy, sluggish feeling where you just know a cold is on the way. But out of all the symptoms that come with catching a bug, a blocked nose is easily one of the most frustrating. It leaves your head feeling fuzzy and turns simple breathing into a chore.
There is something deeply grounding about the way Filipinos celebrate life. It rarely requires grand stages or loud declarations; more often, it lives in quiet persistence, shared laughter, and personal milestones that carry entire families forward. That exact spirit took center stage as the SinagLarawan Photo Contest revealed the winning entries for its 2026 edition.
Independent theater collective The People Diary is set to stage Unheard Voices: Original Monologues, an innovative production that challenges traditional Philippine stage readings with bold storytelling and loud visuals. While most local readings stick to a familiar formula of black outfits and minimalist setups, Unheard Voices brings a refreshing burst of color and theatrical spectacle to the scene.
Standing at 3,952 meters, Yushan (Mount Jade) is not only Taiwan’s highest peak, but also a enduring cultural symbol of resilience, biodiversity, and quiet majesty. When an iconic natural landmark becomes the canvas for artistic expression, the results can be truly breathtaking.
If you’re a Filipino traveler hunting for the ultimate excuse to book a quick autumn flight, consider this your official sign!
If there’s one phrase deeply embedded in Pinoy culture, it’s probably tiis-ganda.
