On this trip back to Taiwan, beyond redeeming credit card welcome bonuses to experience Marriott hotels, my family and I re-explored the city where I grew up.

From the vibrant everyday life at the Jianguo Holiday Flower Market to the sleek, serene minimalism of Le Méridien Hsinyi; from the time-honored incense smoke of Dadaocheng and Longshan Temple, to pushing my father’s wheelchair as we revisited his old haunts in Banqiao.

0:00 A Bright Opening & Daily Life Rhythm
00:25 Jianguo Holiday Flower Market
01:42 Le Méridien Taipei: Room Tour & Lobby
03:22 Traditional Market & Childhood Memories of Pan-Fried Buns
04:29 Stepping into Dihua Street, Old Town
06:37 Wanhua Longshan Temple
07:02 Lin Family Mansion and Garden: Revisiting Old Grounds with Dad
08:55 Hilton Taipei Sinban Buffet: Treating Family with Premium Amex Perks
12:15 Courtyard by Marriott Taipei Downtown: Cute Delivery Robot Surprise & Night Views

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