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Spring Scream: A window on Taiwan’s music culture

Jesse — Mon, 25 Jul 2016 14:53:35 +0000

Entering its 22nd year, Spring Scream is the longest running music festival in Taiwan. It was born when a few expats brought a dozen bands together on a southern beach back in 1995. Now, it’s a three-day music festival in Kenting National Park...

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When in Rome…

Jesse — Sat, 17 Oct 2015 13:44:23 +0000

Back in 2013 I started out on a European roadtrip with my parents in Rome. Later in France, one of our friends described it as a "village" in comparison to Paris. I think that's part of it's appeal. I can't wait to come back some day and wander the narrow alleys while taking espresso shots and admiring all of the ancient architecture. Here are some snaps from my weekend in Rome, all taken with a Canon 6D and 24-105L.

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A Few Days in Paris

Jesse — Wed, 07 May 2014 17:32:29 +0000

Exactly one year ago, I took a roadtrip through Europe with my parents. Towards the end, we spent several days in Paris. It struck me as a very grand, hip, diverse, energetic, beautiful, and cultured city. Here are some visual impressions I took away from it.

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Meizhou: Capitol of Hot Springs and Hakka Culture

Jesse — Wed, 30 Apr 2014 15:56:35 +0000

MEIZHOU is often overlooked in the treasure trove of travel options in Guangdong Province. But the city is just as rewarding as other more popular locations such as Chaozhou, Qingyuan, and Shaoguan. Whether for the Hakka culture, hot springs, or simply to explore new places, Meizhou is a worthwhile destination. Perhaps the most important thing […]

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Dafen Art Village: China’s Counterfeit Art Capital

Jesse — Wed, 30 Apr 2014 15:15:17 +0000

It's been nearly six years since I've been to Dafen. I've heard that it has grown a lot since then, so I'll have to get back and do a follow up. Stay tuned...

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A Chinese Thanksgiving 深圳人的感恩节

Jesse — Fri, 29 Nov 2013 16:47:00 +0000

Me and Lynn hit the streets of Shenzhen with a camera to ask people what they are thankful for...

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No Sex, Booze, or Beef: Phuket Vegetarian Festival

Jesse — Tue, 22 Oct 2013 13:36:24 +0000

I was supposed to write this article more than one year ago, but I finally got around to it. Didn't make the Veg Fest this year, but I will try my best to get there next year. It is truly an amazing experience! Not sure why they chose that shot as the leading image, but oh well. Read on...

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Shantou: Home of China’s only Cultural Revolution museum

Jesse — Sat, 31 Aug 2013 12:03:12 +0000

Note: I’m not sure why they subtitled this article like they did, as isn’t Chaozhou the home of Chaozhou culture? Oh well, I digress. I need to get back to this city and check out that museum… Jesse Warren, April 14, 2008, Shenzhen Daily MOVING down the checklist of weekend travel destinations in Guangdong finds […]

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Searching for Surf in Fujian

Jesse — Sat, 31 Aug 2013 11:58:09 +0000

During the National Holiday in 2009, I set out with a mission: find surf along the coast of Fujian. With a typhoon approaching, it was the perfect time. I used google maps to find a few places which I thought might have surf, and set out to find them.The first place turned out to be […]

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Return to Quanzhou: China’s friendliest city

Jesse — Sat, 31 Aug 2013 11:07:41 +0000

Jesse Warren, February 18, 2011, Shenzhen Daily PLAYING second fiddle to its bigger and richer sister city of Xiamen, Quanzhou is often overlooked, but for no good reason. This city in southeastern Fujian has all the history, art, culture, entertainment, and hospitality one could hope for in a travel destination. After more than a year […]

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