The top 8 cities I lived in or visited more than 7 days, based on my subjective evaluation in terms of impression, safety, weather, culture, landscape and resource availability.
★ ★ ★ – Worth A Special Journey
A city I would intentionally travel back to, even without another reason. It offers a unique atmosphere, memorable experiences, and a lifestyle or culture that deeply resonates with me.
★ ★ – Worth A Visit
A city I am glad I lived in or visited, and would recommend to others. There are plenty of enjoyable things to do, though it may not feel special enough for me to plan another dedicated trip.
★ – Nice If Nearby
A decent stop if I am already in the area. Nothing wrong with it, but it did not leave a strong impression. I would not plan a trip specifically for this city. If I had lived in this city, it would have left me with an ordinary impression.
☀ – Culinary Stars
A city where the food scene left an exceptional and memorable impression on me. This mark highlights places with outstanding local cuisine, unique flavors, or dining experiences I would travel back for. The Standard Stars are replaced by the Culinary Stars.
Last Updated: February 2026.
★ ★ ★
Monterey Park
CA, United States
I treasured up my childhood there. YYDS!
★ ★ ★
Los Angeles
CA, United States
Lots of fun and beautiful landscape, especially on the coast.
☀ ☀
Taipei
Taiwan Province, China
A big city but without the hustle and bustle of city life.
Delicious local foods and beverages.
★ ★
Hagatna
Guam, United States
My favourite tourist island with the most beautiful coast.
★ ★
Shanghai
China
A technologically advanced city with beautiful night view.
★ Beijing
China
I spent 12 school years and most of my friends are living there.
★ Brussels
Belgium
A small city with profound culture and history.
★ New York
NY, United States
An expensive place but great for travelling.
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